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WP-ServerInfo

By Lester Chan

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-ServerInfo Review - In-Depth Analysis

Display your host's PHP, MYSQL & memcached information on your WordPress dashboard.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.45/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 17+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

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 plugin provides an easy way to view your server's PHP, MYSQL, and memcached information directly from your WordPress dashboard. It is designed to help you understand your hosting environment and server capabilities.

With WP-ServerInfo, you can quickly check the status of your PHP configuration, MYSQL version, and whether memcached is installed and running. This information can be crucial for troubleshooting and optimizing your WordPress site.

Installation is straightforward, and the plugin is free to use. You can also find the source code on GitHub and contribute to its development.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP-ServerInfo offers a straightforward way to view server information within WordPress, with several alternatives available that provide similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Provides essential server information without unnecessary features
Better security than leaving a phpinfo.php file accessible
Simple and effective interface
No known security vulnerabilities
Highly rated by users for reliability

Weaknesses

Lacks a pro version with advanced features
Menu access issues reported by some users
Limited customization options
May not display menu link properly on some setups

User Sentiment Analysis

With a high rating of 4.8 out of 5 from 17 reviews, users generally praise WP-ServerInfo for its simplicity and effectiveness, though a small minority report usability issues.

Positive highlights

"This does exactly what it says and nothing more" - Chris David Miles
"Great plugin!" - Aleksandar Mitic
"Great plugin, great service" - neveroils
"Simple et efficace" - JeanRoche
"Super!" - Anonymous User 8804248

Common complaints

Menu link does not display after installation, making the plugin inaccessible

Weaknesses

Menu access issues on some WordPress and PHP versions
Limited feature set compared to some alternatives
No pro version for extended functionality

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a lightweight, no-frills plugin to quickly view server information within WordPress without exposing phpinfo.php files.

Not ideal for

Users needing advanced server diagnostics, customization options, or those who require guaranteed menu accessibility on all setups.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides all core features needed to view server information securely within WordPress.

Final Verdict

WP-ServerInfo is a highly rated, secure, and straightforward plugin ideal for users seeking basic server information without extra complexity. Its simplicity and lack of vulnerabilities make it a reliable choice for most WordPress sites.

However, some users have experienced issues with menu visibility, and the absence of a pro version limits advanced functionality. Users requiring more features or guaranteed accessibility might consider alternative plugins.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP-ServerInfo plugin.

PHP

MYSQL

Server information

Screenshots

FAQ

It moved to Tools -> WP-ServerInfo in 3.0.0. It is a report about your host rather than a Dashboard panel, and Tools is where WordPress keeps that kind of screen. The Dashboard widget has not moved, and its “View all” button goes to the new address.