How Redirection Affects Your WordPress Speed

Estimated Speed Score

+0 ms

TTFB Impact

+0 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs2M+

Rating4.4/5 (685)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Requires PHP7.2+

Last UpdatedJan 17, 2026

Downloads66.2M+

AuthorJohn Godley

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

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

TTFB impact: +0 ms
Memory impact: +0.0 MB
Additional DB queries: +5

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

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2026-01-17. Requires PHP 7.2+. Trusted by 2.0M+ 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 Redirection slow down WordPress?

Redirection has an estimated speed score of C. It may noticeably affect your site speed. Consider alternatives if performance is critical.

Is Redirection still maintained?

Redirection was last updated on 2026-01-17. It has 2.0M+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

What are the best alternatives to Redirection?

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