How Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes Affects Your WordPress Speed

Estimated Speed Score

+-1 ms

TTFB Impact

+2 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs300K+

Rating4.9/5 (456)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Requires PHP7.4+

Last UpdatedDec 18, 2025

Downloads10.9M+

AuthorPär Thernström

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes 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: +1

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

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2025-12-18. Requires PHP 7.4+. Trusted by 300K+ 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 Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes slow down WordPress?

Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes has an estimated speed score of B. It has a moderate impact. Monitor your site speed after installation.

Is Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes still maintained?

Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes was last updated on 2025-12-18. It has 300K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

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