by Pär Thernström
4.9 (452 reviews)
Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes
Track changes and user activities on your WordPress site. See who created a page, uploaded an attachment, and more, for a complete audit trail.
Compatible with WP 6.9
v5.22.0
Current Version v5.22.0
Updated 1 month ago
Last Update on 18 Dec, 2025
Synced 16 hours ago
Last Synced on
Rank
#175
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No change
Active Installs
300K+
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KW Avg Position
107
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Downloads
10.8M
+420 today
Support Resolved
58%
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Rating
98%
Review 4.9 out of 5
4.9
(452 reviews)
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Tracked Keywords
Showing 3 of 3| Keyword | Position | Change | Type | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| audit log | 26 | — | Tag | 16 hours ago |
| event log | 105 | — | Tag | 16 hours ago |
| history | 190 | — | Tag | 16 hours ago |
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- Version
- 5.22.0
- Last Updated
- Dec 18, 2025
- Requires WP
- 6.3+
- Tested Up To
- 6.9
- PHP Version
- 7.4 or higher
- Author
- Pär Thernström
Support & Rating
- Rating
- ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.9
- Reviews
- 452
- Support Threads
- 12
- Resolved
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes
The dashboard widget
The admin bar menu
A dedicated log page in the WordPress admin area
Can I change where the History menu appears in WordPress admin?
Yes! You can customize the menu position in the plugin settings. Choose between showing Simple History at the top or bottom of the main menu, or inside the dashboard menu or tools menu.
Do I need coding skills to use the plugin?
No! Just install and activate the plugin, and it will start collecting activity logs automatically.
Where is the log stored?
The log is stored in your WordPress database.
Can I export the log?
Yes, you can export logs in CSV or JSON format for further analysis.
Is it compatible with other plugins?
Yes! Simple History supports many popular plugins out of the box. Additionally, developers can integrate it with any plugin using the Logging API.
Will this plugin slow down my website?
No, Simple History is lightweight and optimized for performance. Most logging occurs in the WordPress admin area when a WordPress user performs an action.
By default, nothing is logged on the front end, ensuring visitors experience no impact on performance.
Who can view the log?
Access to the log depends on the user's role:
Administrators can view all logged events.
Editors can see events related to posts and pages.
The admin bar menu
A dedicated log page in the WordPress admin area
Can I change where the History menu appears in WordPress admin?
Yes! You can customize the menu position in the plugin settings. Choose between showing Simple History at the top or bottom of the main menu, or inside the dashboard menu or tools menu.
Do I need coding skills to use the plugin?
No! Just install and activate the plugin, and it will start collecting activity logs automatically.
Where is the log stored?
The log is stored in your WordPress database.
Can I export the log?
Yes, you can export logs in CSV or JSON format for further analysis.
Is it compatible with other plugins?
Yes! Simple History supports many popular plugins out of the box. Additionally, developers can integrate it with any plugin using the Logging API.
Will this plugin slow down my website?
No, Simple History is lightweight and optimized for performance. Most logging occurs in the WordPress admin area when a WordPress user performs an action.
By default, nothing is logged on the front end, ensuring visitors experience no impact on performance.
Who can view the log?
Access to the log depends on the user's role:
Administrators can view all logged events.
Editors can see events related to posts and pages.
For more details, check the hooks documentation.
How long is the history kept?
By default, logs are stored for 60 days.
Upgrade to Simple History Premium to change this using a GUI.
Can I track changes made by specific users?
Yes! You can filter logs by username, making it easy to track individual activity.
Is this plugin GDPR compliant?
GDPR compliance depends on how you use the plugin and how you handle collected data. WordPress guidelines prohibit plugins from making legal compliance claims, so you should review your site's data policies to ensure compliance.
That said, Simple History follows privacy-friendly practices:
❌ No Google Fonts
❌ No cookies
❌ No local storage
✅ IP addresses are anonymized by default
Since the plugin logs events (which may contain personal data), it's your responsibility to ensure GDPR compliance based on your site's usage.
For more information, see our support page GDPR and Privacy: How Your Data is Stored in Simple History.
How long is the history kept?
By default, logs are stored for 60 days.
Upgrade to Simple History Premium to change this using a GUI.
Can I track changes made by specific users?
Yes! You can filter logs by username, making it easy to track individual activity.
Is this plugin GDPR compliant?
GDPR compliance depends on how you use the plugin and how you handle collected data. WordPress guidelines prohibit plugins from making legal compliance claims, so you should review your site's data policies to ensure compliance.
That said, Simple History follows privacy-friendly practices:
❌ No Google Fonts
❌ No cookies
❌ No local storage
✅ IP addresses are anonymized by default
Since the plugin logs events (which may contain personal data), it's your responsibility to ensure GDPR compliance based on your site's usage.
For more information, see our support page GDPR and Privacy: How Your Data is Stored in Simple History.