WordPress Plugin Audit Checklist (Keep the Site Fast and Stable)
Wordpress plugin audit checklist
Updated: December 28, 2025 • Use this as a practical workflow. Provider dashboards change—adapt the steps to your UI.
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Audit steps
- Remove unused plugins.
- Replace heavy plugins with lighter alternatives.
- Check update history and support.
- Avoid overlap (multiple cache/security plugins).
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