WordPress Version Checker

Detect a site's WordPress core version and whether it's outdated.

Demo tool — results are sample data, not a live lookup.

About the WordPress Version Checker

WordPress leaves version hints in a few public places — the generator meta tag, the readme.html file, and the version query string on core assets. This tool reads those to estimate which core release a site is running.

Running an outdated core is one of the most common causes of a hacked WordPress site. Checking the version tells you at a glance whether a site is current or overdue for an update.

How to use it

  1. 1Enter the WordPress site's address.
  2. 2Run the check to see the detected core version and how it compares to the latest release.
  3. 3If it's behind, update core (after a backup) — ideally on staging first.

What it checks

Detected version
The core version inferred from public markup and asset fingerprints.
Latest release
The current WordPress version, so you can see the gap.
Status
Whether the site is up to date, one minor behind, or on an outdated branch.
Exposure
Whether the version is publicly advertised — many hosts hide it to reduce targeting.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the version sometimes show as hidden?

Security-conscious sites remove the generator tag and readme.html, so the exact version can't be read from outside — which is a good sign.

Is an outdated version really a risk?

Yes. Most mass WordPress attacks target known vulnerabilities in old core, themes, or plugins. Staying current is the single biggest protection.

How often should I update WordPress?

Apply security releases quickly, and test minor/major updates on a staging copy before pushing them to production.

Run WordPress on infrastructure built for it.

Performance, security, and the WordPress tooling you need — fully managed, so these checks stay green.