# XML Cache

> XML Cache has 10+ active installs and 51 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 45/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** XML Cache works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 45/100 on our health check.

**This plugin creates an XML sitemap with all posts, pages, categories, archives and tag pages, regardless of whether they are excluded from search engine indexing or not.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,588
- **Downloads (30 days):** 51 (-15% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 45/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 2.1.2
- **Last updated:** Mar 28, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** GoSuccess (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/gosuccess/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/xml-cache/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cache/) | >100 | 459 |
| [litespeed cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/litespeed-cache/) | #2 | 2 |
| [pagespeed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pagespeed/) | #58 | 105 |
| [sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sitemap/) | >100 | 286 |
| [xml](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/xml/) | #55 | 114 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cache | >100 | 9,390 |
| litespeed cache | #89 | 1,177 |
| pagespeed | >100 | 654 |
| sitemap | >100 | 1,580 |
| xml | >100 | 2,785 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Super Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-super-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.3/5 (1,346) | Sep 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [WP Fastest Cache – WordPress Cache Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-fastest-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.9/5 (4,227) | Oct 10, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Optimize – Cache, Compress images, Minify & Clean database to boost page speed & performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-optimize/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (2,616) | Sep 21, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 4 | [SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/speedycache/) | 500K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Oct 8, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Breeze Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breeze/) | 300K+ | 3.6/5 (132) | Oct 13, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 6 | [OMGF / GDPR/DSGVO Compliant, Faster Google Fonts. Easy.](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/host-webfonts-local/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (213) | Oct 12, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Jetpack Boost – Website Speed, Performance and Critical CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jetpack-boost/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (610) | Oct 8, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 8 | [Aruba HiSpeed Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aruba-hispeed-cache/) | 100K+ | 3/5 (10) | Sep 22, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 9 | [Cache Enabler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cache-enabler/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (139) | Sep 27, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [NitroPack – Performance, Page Speed & Cache Plugin for Core Web Vitals, CDN & Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nitropack/) | 90K+ | 4.3/5 (311) | Sep 25, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is XML Cache safe to use in 2026?
XML Cache works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 45/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use XML Cache?
XML Cache is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,588 times since it launched in January 2024. It was downloaded 51 times in the last 30 days.

### Does XML Cache work with WordPress 7.1?
XML Cache is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does XML Cache need?
XML Cache requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was XML Cache last updated?
The latest version, 2.1.2, was released on March 28, 2026 (7 months ago).

### Who makes XML Cache?
XML Cache is developed and maintained by GoSuccess.

### What are the best alternatives to XML Cache?
The most popular alternatives to XML Cache are WP Super Cache (1M+ installs), WP Fastest Cache (1M+ installs) and WP-Optimize (1M+ installs).


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