Modular DS: Monitor, update, and backup multiple websites

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207 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 181 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 2 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.

Directory rank vs rivals

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Share of active installs on each version of this plugin. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.

Crossed into this band 9 months ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 72% of the way through.

1. ★★★★★ Leonardo Gandini

   5mo ago

   Amazed to see new great players in the game of multiple websites management, well done keep going strong!

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2. ★★★★★ brendank

   9mo ago

   I’ve moved all of my remote management of my WP sites to Modular – have been using it for approximately 12 months or so and they haven’t missed a beat. I had a small plugin conflict with a coming soon plugin recently and the team identified and repaired the connectivity issue within a few days. Awesome support from Hector and the team, and the plugin/service definitely makes managing a large number of WP sites simple – easy recommend from me.

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3. ★★★★★ Dimoteca

   10mo ago

   We’ve been using the Modular plugin to monitor uptime and performance across multiple WordPress sites, and it has been consistently reliable. Setup was straightforward, the interface is clear, and the alerts are fast and actionable—exactly what you need when something goes wrong. It’s become a key part of our maintenance workflow and gives both our team and our clients real peace of mind. Highly recommended for anyone managing WordPress websites professionally. Also, the fact that clients can see the automatically generated reports reinforces the value of our maintenance service.

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4. ★★★★★ Morten Ellegaard Larsen

   1.1y ago

   I jumped on a LTD license a while back, hoping that it might grow into something useful. And my, was that a great decision!I’ve now moved every site over from a competing service and I’m not looking back. By now almost all my wishes are met and the rest is coming soon. This solution saves me a ton of time on a daily basis handling the backup, update and maintenance of 50+ websites. I’m a very happy customer!

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5. ★★★★★ updesignme

   1.1y ago

   This is one of the most excellent tools I have used in a while. It works, and it works well, and it saves a lot of time, and it makes money. The interface is easy to use, and it really is effective and efficient in what it does. If you maintain several WordPress websites, look no further, this is the tool to make your life a lot less stressful! Easy management, quick overview and awesome reporting to help clients see all the effort that goes into keeping their sites running smoothly. The only way for Modular DS is up! Thank you for a great product and great support!!

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6. ★★★★★ jugibur

   1.5y ago

   I’m really impressed with how well Modular DS is designed and how well it works!For some time now, I have even been able to restore an automatically created backup directly via an FTP and database connection!My support requests were all dealt with very quickly, competently and in a friendly manner – exemplary! I also think it’s great that there is a public roadmap where you can vote on which features will be implemented next. All in all, I’m really impressed!I hope that Modular DS continues to grow and that many more people discover this useful service!

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7. ★★★★★ mordsayed

   1.6y ago

   Hector, As the creator of Modular DS, you’ve crafted an impressive software package with a range of standout features. The modular design allows for unparalleled customization, giving users the ability to build a solution tailored precisely to their needs. One of the most compelling aspects is the seamless integration capabilities. Modular DS makes it easy to connect with other systems and tools, i.e: Google S.C streamlining workflows and boosting productivity. The flexibility to adapt the SaaS as requirements evolve is a game-changer, ensuring it can grow alongside your business.Another highlight is the intuitive user interface. Navigating Modular DS is an absolute breeze, with an elegant design that belies the robust functionality under the hood. Even complex tasks feel straightforward, empowering users to maximize the software’s potential.Equally impressive is the performance and stability of Modular DS. I’m impressed about auto connect to WordPress as it installs the plugin and establish a connection, without any efforts from my end. The Roadmap is clear, and they promissed to integrate and approve new features.

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8. ★★★★★ navidwp

   1.6y ago

   I just needed a backup storage for a wp site and this tool had great reviews. Then I investigated and tried the free plan, but immediately upgraded to paid fee. Many tools if you manage your own site or you are an agency.Installation is fast and easy, you don’t instally the plugin: log in the platform and give the site details, it will install the plugin and make a full check of your site.Use the easy interface to set the backup. In case of site crash, restore it from within the platform: no need to waste time editing the code or looking for solutions online.Connect Google Analytics and Search Console.Check the plugins, update or remove directly from the platform.Set the report to get the report by email and login only if needed.You can learn a lot form the YouTube tutorials or contact directly the founder.Happy of my choice.

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Recent releases and news for this plugin

1. — Version 0.2 Release date: 2026-06-26 Improved database malware scan to cover all WordPress tables with scannable text content FIXED: Malware scan findings discarded when Imunify reported the scan as failed mid-process 0.2
2. — Version 0.1 Release date: 2026-05-22 FIXED: Malware scan results not delivered back when the database scan finished before the file scan FIXED: Public site error on hosts without the PDO MySQL extension 0.1
3. — Version 0.0 Release date: 2026-05-20 New broken link checker: automatically find broken links and outdated redirects across your posts and pages, with support for the noindex setting from Yoast, Rank Math, AIOSEO and SEOPress New re 0.0
4. — Version 8.1 Release date: 2026-04-27 New restoration setup endpoint for safer and faster site restorations Improved YITH plugins compatibility FIXED: False update failures when a plugin had already been updated by auto-update or ano 8.1
5. — Version 7.5 Release date: 2026-03-11 FIXED: Improved Divi theme updater compatibility FIXED: Plugin activation hooks not firing during bulk installations FIXED: White label error when customization data is empty 7.5
6. — Version 7.4 Release date: 2026-02-20 Patchstack plugin white label support WordPress custom user tables support Improved PHP 8.1+ compatibility FIXED: Bulk updates error when update transients were missing FIXED: Backup manifest tim 7.4

All 3 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (3.4.0). Sites still on an older version should update.

1. Patched Medium · 4.3 Modular Connector <= 2.5.1 - Cross-Site Request Forgery via postConfirmOauth ↗
   2026-03-10 CVE-2026-3903 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects <= 2.5.1 Patched in 2.6.0
2. Patched Critical · 9.8 Modular DS 2.5.2 - Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation ↗
   2026-01-16 CVE-2026-23800 Improper Privilege Management Affects 2.5.2 Patched in 2.6.0
3. Patched Critical · 9.8 Modular DS <= 2.5.1 - Unauthenticated Privilege Escalation ↗
   2026-01-14 CVE-2026-23550 Improper Privilege Management Affects <= 2.5.1 Patched in 2.5.2

Automated install-time checks, tested on PHP 8.1.12 · WP 7.0

Translated into 7 languages, 6 at 90% or more

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Growth timeline

Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow

1. 2026-02-09 30K+ → 40K+ up after 25 days in tier
2. 2026-01-15 40K+ → 30K+ down after 5 days in tier
3. 2026-01-10 30K+ → 40K+ up after 276 days in tier
4. 2025-04-09 20K+ → 30K+ up after 70 days in tier
5. 2025-01-29 10K+ → 20K+ up after 161 days in tier
6. 2024-08-21 9K+ → 10K+ up after 52 days in tier
7. 2024-06-30 8K+ → 9K+ up after 45 days in tier
8. 2024-05-16 7K+ → 8K+ up after 40 days in tier

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Modular DS: Monitor, update, and backup multiple websites: 40K+ active installs, 5.0★ (133 reviews). Plugin Pulse (WP Mayor), as of 2026-10-31. https://plugins.wpmayor.com/plugin/modular-connector