Version Info Admin Bar
Version Info Admin Bar adds a small, unobtrusive menu to the WordPress top admin bar that shows, at a glance:
Solid choice
Version Info Admin Bar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 4 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Version Info Admin Bar stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| admin bar | >100 |
| debug | >100 |
| php version | >100 |
| Plugin Version | >100 |
| wordpress version | >100 |
About Version Info Admin Bar
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Version Info Admin Bar adds a small, unobtrusive menu to the WordPress top admin bar that shows, at a glance:
- The current PHP version running on the server
- The current WordPress version
- The version number of any plugin you choose to track
This is especially useful for developers, agencies, and site maintainers who manage multiple WordPress installations and want a fast way to check environment details without digging through Site Health or the Plugins screen.
Key Features
- Adds a “Versions” menu to the admin bar, visible only to administrators
- Displays PHP version and WordPress version instantly
- Lets each administrator pick which plugins should show their version number
- Per-user settings — different administrators can track different plugins
- Lightweight: no database bloat, no external requests, no tracking
- Clean uninstall — nothing is left behind beyond standard user meta
Why use this plugin?
When you manage several WordPress sites, quickly confirming the PHP version or checking whether a critical plugin is up to date can save valuable time, especially before troubleshooting or applying updates. Version Info Admin Bar puts that information exactly where you already are: the admin bar, on every screen.
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Installation
From your WordPress dashboard
- Go to Plugins → Add New.
- Search for Version Info Admin Bar.
- Click Install Now, then Activate.
Manual installation
- Download the plugin zip file.
- Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin.
- Select the downloaded zip file and click Install Now.
- Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu.
After activation
- Go to Settings → Version Information.
- Select which plugins you want to track.
- Click Save Settings.
- Check the top admin bar for the new Versions menu.
Frequently asked questions
Who can see the version information?
Only logged-in users with the manage_options capability (administrators) can see the “Versions” menu and access the settings page.
Can different administrators track different plugins?
Yes. Plugin selection is stored per user, so each administrator can choose their own set of plugins to monitor.
Does this plugin slow down my site?
No. The plugin only runs in the admin area and admin bar, and it does not make any external requests or add anything to the front end for regular visitors.
Does this plugin collect any data or phone home?
No. All data (your plugin selections) stays in your own WordPress database as user meta. Nothing is sent to any external server.
Will this work with my theme?
Yes. The plugin only adds items to the standard WordPress admin bar and does not modify your theme.
Changelog
Initial release of Version Info Admin Bar.
1.0.0
- Initial release.
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FAQ
Version Info Admin Bar: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 14, 2026
Is Version Info Admin Bar free?
Yes. Version Info Admin Bar is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Version Info Admin Bar safe to use in 2026?
Version Info Admin Bar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Version Info Admin Bar?
Version Info Admin Bar is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 135 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 135 times in the last 30 days.
Does Version Info Admin Bar work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Version Info Admin Bar up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.
What PHP version does Version Info Admin Bar need?
Version Info Admin Bar requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Version Info Admin Bar last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on September 14, 2026 (4 weeks ago).
Who makes Version Info Admin Bar?
Version Info Admin Bar is developed and maintained by Free WordPress plugins.
What are the best alternatives to Version Info Admin Bar?
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