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WP PHP Version Display

By Arul Prasad J

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

WP PHP Version Display Review - In-Depth Analysis

Displays the current running PHP/MySQL version in the admin dashboard.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

7.02/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 1+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This is a lightweight WordPress plugin that displays the current running PHP/MySQL version inside the At a Glance admin dashboard widget.

Plugin uses standard actions and filters only. No jQuery used.

If you love this plugin, buy me a cup of coffee.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP PHP Version Display is a straightforward plugin focused on displaying PHP and MySQL versions on the WordPress dashboard. It has several alternatives that offer similar functionality with varying additional features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and quick to install and use
Displays both PHP and MySQL versions clearly
Helps site maintainers monitor PHP versions for upgrades
Lightweight with no known security vulnerabilities

Weaknesses

Limited to displaying only PHP and MySQL versions
No multi-site version tracking
Lacks additional server or compatibility information
No advanced features or customization options

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from the sole reviewer, user sentiment is very positive, highlighting ease of use and practical utility.

Positive highlights

'Quick and Easy' to use for monitoring PHP and MySQL versions - Michael Kraus
Helpful for planning upgrades and identifying sites needing PHP updates - Michael Kraus
Provides a clear display of critical version information on the dashboard - Michael Kraus

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited functionality to just version display
No multi-site or expanded tracking features
No additional server or compatibility insights

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Site administrators and developers who want a simple, no-frills plugin to quickly view PHP and MySQL versions on their WordPress dashboard.

Not ideal for

Users seeking comprehensive server information, multi-site version tracking, or advanced compatibility and audit features will find this plugin too basic.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides straightforward display of PHP and MySQL versions on the dashboard without any limitations.

Final Verdict

WP PHP Version Display excels as a lightweight and easy-to-use plugin for displaying PHP and MySQL versions, with no security concerns and a perfect user rating. It is ideal for users who want quick access to this information without extra features.

However, those needing more comprehensive server data or multi-site management should consider alternatives. Its simplicity is both its strength and limitation, but it offers excellent value as a free tool for basic version monitoring.