# VMV Preloader

> VMV Preloader has <10 active installs and 42 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** VMV Preloader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**The first modern preloader as animation handwriting text SVG! 11 variants of preloader.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,178
- **Downloads (30 days):** 42 (+13.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.3.1
- **Last updated:** Jan 27, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.0.17
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.5+, PHP 7.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Aleksandr Zidyganov (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/aseran/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/vmv-preloader/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [preload](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/preload/) | #38 | 39 |
| [preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/preloader/) | #43 | 56 |
| [site preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/site-preloader/) | #3 | 3 |
| [wordpress preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-preloader/) | #6 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| preload | >100 | 516 |
| preloader | >100 | 286 |
| site preloader | >100 | 199 |
| wordpress preloader | >100 | 278 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-preloader/) | 20K+ | 4.1/5 (41) | Aug 21, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 2 | [WP Performance Score Booster – Optimize Speed, Enable Cache & Page Preload](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-performance-score-booster/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (339) | Aug 21, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 3 | [Safelayout Cute Preloader – CSS3 WordPress Preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/safelayout-cute-preloader/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (84) | Sep 21, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 4 | [WP Smart Preloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-smart-preloader/) | 5K+ | 4.4/5 (25) | Oct 27, 2024 | 46/100 |
| 5 | [Preload LCP Image](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/preload-lcp-image/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (5) | Apr 15, 2026 | 50/100 |
| 6 | [Page Loader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/page-loader/) | 2K+ | 4.9/5 (8) | Aug 22, 2024 | 40/100 |
| 7 | [Preload Featured Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/preload-featured-images/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (3) | Aug 20, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 8 | [Preload Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/preload-images/) | 900+ | 4.6/5 (8) | Feb 21, 2023 | 37/100 |
| 9 | [Oxyplug Preload](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/oxyplug-preload/) | 500+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 31, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [Nginx Cache Purge Preload](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fastcgi-cache-purge-and-preload-nginx/) | 200+ | 5/5 (4) | Oct 6, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is VMV Preloader free?
Yes. VMV Preloader is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is VMV Preloader safe to use in 2026?
VMV Preloader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 4 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use VMV Preloader?
VMV Preloader is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,178 times since it launched in June 2022. It was downloaded 42 times in the last 30 days.

### Does VMV Preloader work with WordPress 7.1?
VMV Preloader is officially tested up to WordPress 6.0.17, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does VMV Preloader need?
VMV Preloader requires PHP 7.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was VMV Preloader last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.1, was released on January 27, 2023 (4 years ago).

### Who makes VMV Preloader?
VMV Preloader is developed and maintained by Aleksandr Zidyganov.

### What are the best alternatives to VMV Preloader?
The most popular alternatives to VMV Preloader are Preloader (20K+ installs), WP Performance Score Booster (10K+ installs) and Safelayout Cute Preloader (10K+ installs).


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