# Static File Browser

> Static File Browser has <10 active installs and 58 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Static File Browser shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**This plugin allows you to add links to files that are not in the media library. Just create the folder /wp-content/uploads/static and place some files in it. The files will appear in the new tab \”Static File Browser\”…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,392
- **Downloads (30 days):** 58 (+5.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 28, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.34
- **Requires:** 
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Fabian Scheidt (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/fabianscheidt/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/static-file-browser/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [browser](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/browser/) | #62 | 65 |
| [explorer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/explorer/) | #3 | 5 |
| [file](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/file/) | #65 | 65 |
| [files](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/files/) | #89 | 105 |
| [static](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/static/) | #24 | 35 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| browser | >100 | 10,000 |
| explorer | >100 | 699 |
| file | >100 | 10,000 |
| files | >100 | 10,000 |
| static | >100 | 3,472 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Console – WordPress PHP Console powered by PsySH](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-console/) | 20K+ | 5/5 (21) | Aug 21, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 2 | [Browser Screenshots](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/browser-shots/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (19) | Jan 30, 2024 | 39/100 |
| 3 | [WP BrowserUpdate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-browser-update/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (16) | Aug 13, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [Polylang – Country Detection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/country-detection-polylang/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 30, 2022 | 34/100 |
| 5 | [PHP Browser Detection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/php-browser-detection/) | 500+ | 4.1/5 (16) | Sep 8, 2015 | 35/100 |
| 6 | [Friendly User Agent for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-friendly-user-agent/) | 400+ | 5/5 (10) | Jun 22, 2022 | 39/100 |
| 7 | [Developer Tools Blocker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/swiftninjapro-inspect-element-console-blocker/) | 400+ | 4.2/5 (15) | Nov 9, 2022 | 36/100 |
| 8 | [QR Scanner Redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/qr-scanner-redirect/) | 200+ | 5/5 (4) | Dec 27, 2021 | 33/100 |
| 9 | [Open Search Document](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/open-search-document/) | 200+ | 5/5 (4) | Sep 20, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [WP-UserAgent](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-useragent/) | 200+ | 5/5 (5) | Oct 16, 2020 | 38/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Static File Browser free?
Yes. Static File Browser is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Static File Browser safe to use in 2026?
Static File Browser shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Static File Browser?
Static File Browser is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,392 times since it launched in August 2018. It was downloaded 58 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Static File Browser work with WordPress 7.1?
Static File Browser is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Static File Browser last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on August 28, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes Static File Browser?
Static File Browser is developed and maintained by Fabian Scheidt.

### What are the best alternatives to Static File Browser?
The most popular alternatives to Static File Browser are WP Console (20K+ installs), Browser Screenshots (3K+ installs) and WP BrowserUpdate (1K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/static-file-browser/ · Generated 2026-10-14 06:58 UTC by PageForge