How Polylang Affects Your WordPress Speed

B-

Estimated Speed Score

+1 ms

TTFB Impact

+2 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs800K+

Rating4.7/5 (2,909)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Requires PHP7.2+

Last UpdatedJan 26, 2026

Downloads25.4M+

AuthorChouby

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

Polylang receives an estimated speed score of B-. Our real benchmark tests measured the following impact when activating this plugin:

TTFB impact: +1 ms
Memory impact: +2.0 MB
Additional DB queries: +4

Overall activation impact: low. This plugin adds minimal overhead to your WordPress site.

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2026-01-26. Requires PHP 7.2+. Trusted by 800K+ active installations.

Benchmark data measured in an isolated Docker environment (WordPress 6.8, PHP 8.3, GeneratePress). See our full methodology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Polylang slow down WordPress?

Polylang has an estimated speed score of B-. It has a moderate impact. Monitor your site speed after installation.

Is Polylang still maintained?

Polylang was last updated on 2026-01-26. It has 800K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

What are the best alternatives to Polylang?

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