Description
At a glance
String locator v2.6.8 is a free WordPress plugin with 100K+ active installs, 4.6/5 rating from 125 reviews, updated September 29, 2026, requires WordPress 4.9+ & PHP 7.0+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
When working on themes and plugins you often notice a piece of text that appears hardcoded into the files, you need to modify it, but you don’t know what theme or plugin it’s in, and certainly not which individual file to look in.
Easily search through your themes, plugins or even WordPress core and be presented with a list of files, the matched text and what line of the file matched your search.
You can then quickly make edits directly in your browser by clicking the link from the search results.
By default a consistency check is performed when making edits to files, this will look for inconsistencies with braces, brackets and parenthesis that are often accidentally left in.
This drastically reduces the risk of breaking your site when making edits, but is in no way an absolute guarantee.
Create a replica of your live site a.k.a – WordPress Staging site before testing substitutions.
Frequently asked questions
What is String locator?
String locator is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 2.6.8. It is active on over 100K websites.
Is String locator free to download?
Yes — String locator 2.6.8 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 4.6 out of 5 based on 125 reviews.
How do I install String locator 2.6.8?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for String locator?
String locator 2.6.8 requires WordPress 4.9 or higher and PHP 7.0 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was String locator last updated?
Version 2.6.8 was last updated on September 29, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the String locator download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 2.6.8
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 2.6.8 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 29, 2026 |
| Active installs | 100,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.6/5 (125 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 4.9 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.0 or higher |
| Author | InstaWP |
| Tags | find, highlight, search, syntax, text |
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