# WebChange Detector for MainWP

> WebChange Detector for MainWP has 30+ active installs and 151 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 67/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** WebChange Detector for MainWP is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 67/100 on our health check.

**Visual checks for your MainWP updates: before/after screenshots of all child sites in one run, compared automatically.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 346
- **Downloads (30 days):** 151 (+214.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 67/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 10, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Mike Miler (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mikemiler/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/webchangedetector-for-mainwp/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/mainwp/) | #12 | 16 |
| [monitoring](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/monitoring/) | #54 | 276 |
| [screenshots](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/screenshots/) | #1 | 12 |
| [updates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/updates/) | #48 | 148 |
| [visual regression testing](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/visual-regression-testing/) | #2 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| MainWP | #21 | 68 |
| monitoring | >100 | 2,003 |
| screenshots | >100 | 4,936 |
| updates | >100 | 10,000 |
| visual regression testing | #5 | 62 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [MainWP Child Reports](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mainwp-child-reports/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (6) | Aug 20, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 2 | [MainWP Key Maker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mainwp-key-maker/) | 3K+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Aug 20, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 3 | [SEOPress for MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seopress-for-mainwp/) | 800+ | — | Jul 2, 2025 | 36/100 |
| 4 | [Security Ninja For MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/security-ninja-for-mainwp/) | 500+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 24, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 5 | [WP Compress for MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-compress-mainwp/) | 500+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Aug 31, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 6 | [MainWP Post SMTP Extension – Easily Manage WP SMTP Setup for All Sites in One Place](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-smtp-for-mainwp/) | 300+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 18, 2026 | 52/100 |
| 7 | [Preserve MainWP Connection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/preserve-mainwp/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 2, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 8 | [Destino Access Audit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/destino-access-audit/) | 100+ | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [Mad Cow Owner Update Notifications for MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mad-cow-owner-update-notifications-for-mainwp/) | 80+ | — | Sep 15, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 10 | [Update Brief for MainWP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/update-brief-mainwp/) | 60+ | — | Aug 20, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is WebChange Detector for MainWP free?
Yes. WebChange Detector for MainWP is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is WebChange Detector for MainWP safe to use in 2026?
WebChange Detector for MainWP is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 67/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WebChange Detector for MainWP?
WebChange Detector for MainWP is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 346 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 151 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WebChange Detector for MainWP work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested WebChange Detector for MainWP up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does WebChange Detector for MainWP need?
WebChange Detector for MainWP requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was WebChange Detector for MainWP last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 10, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes WebChange Detector for MainWP?
WebChange Detector for MainWP is developed and maintained by Mike Miler.

### What are the best alternatives to WebChange Detector for MainWP?
The most popular alternatives to WebChange Detector for MainWP are MainWP Child Reports (100K+ installs), MainWP Key Maker (3K+ installs) and SEOPress for MainWP (800+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webchangedetector-for-mainwp/ · Generated 2026-10-07 07:25 UTC by PageForge