Wordpress Version Checker

Identify the version running on any WordPress website — fast and free. Use the tool below to scan a URL and detect whether the site is exposing its WordPress version publicly.

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How the Metadas WP Version Checker Works

Our scanner checks multiple common exposure points, including:

  • Meta generator tags
  • RSS feeds
  • REST API endpoints
  • Readme files
  • Asset version parameters
  • Theme and plugin headers

If your site is leaking version data, the checker will show you exactly where it’s coming from.

Protect Your Site With Metadas Tools

If you want to automatically remove version exposure from your site, the Metadas Version Removal plugin provides:

  • Complete version scrubbing
  • Removal of generator tags
  • Asset version cleaning
  • REST API hardening
  • Zero configuration required

Perfect for agencies, developers, and security‑focused site owners.

Why WordPress Version Detection Matters

Every WordPress release includes security patches, bug fixes, and performance improvements.

When your site publicly exposes its version number, attackers can instantly determine:

  • Whether your site is outdated
  • Which vulnerabilities apply to your version
  • Whether automated exploit bots should target you

This makes version exposure one of the most common — and most preventable — security risks in WordPress.

Why You Should Hide Your WordPress Version

WordPress itself recommends hiding version information wherever possible. Here’s why:

  • Reduces Automated Attacks
  • Bots scrape millions of sites daily looking for version numbers.
    If yours matches a known vulnerability, you become an instant target.
  • Protects Against Zero‑Day Exploits
    Even if you update regularly, new vulnerabilities can appear before you patch. Hiding your version adds a layer of obscurity that slows attackers down.
  • Prevents Theme & Plugin Fingerprinting
    Many themes and plugins also expose version numbers. Attackers use this data to chain vulnerabilities together.
  • Hardens Your Security Posture
    Security is about layers. Hiding your version won’t stop a dedicated attacker, but it eliminates one of the easiest reconnaissance methods.
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