Description
At a glance
Looking for Core Rollback v1.4.3? It is available here as a free GPL download for WordPress — 20K+ active installs · 4.7/5 rating from 16 reviews · updated July 30, 2026 · requires WordPress 4.1+ & PHP 5.6+.
Seamless rollback of WordPress Core to latest release or any outdated, secure release using the Core Update API and core update methods. Only latest release and outdated, secure releases are offered. Refer to https://api.wordpress.org/core/stable-check/1.0/ Logo from a meme generator. Original artwork by Allie Brosh.
Usage
From the Tools menu select Rollback Core, select the version you wish to rollback to from the dropdown and click Rollback. You will be directed to the update-core.php page where you should see a button to Re-install your specified version. If you move away from the update-core.php page before clicking the Re-install button you will have 15 seconds to return and complete the process or you will need to start over.
In multisite use the Settings menu.
WARNING: Downgrading WordPress Core may leave your site in an unusable state requiring a complete reinstall or a forced reinstall using WP-CLI, wp core update --force --version=5.5.3. It may also leave your site broken due to a plugin or theme incompatibility. Use at your own risk.
Rollbacks use your current locale.
PRs are welcome.
Frequently asked questions
What is Core Rollback?
Core Rollback is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.4.3. It is active on over 20K websites.
Is Core Rollback free to download?
Yes — Core Rollback 1.4.3 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 4.7 out of 5 based on 16 reviews.
How do I install Core Rollback 1.4.3?
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 Core Rollback?
Core Rollback 1.4.3 requires WordPress 4.1 or higher and PHP 5.6 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 Core Rollback last updated?
Version 1.4.3 was last updated on July 30, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Core Rollback 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: 1.4.3
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.4.3 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | July 30, 2026 |
| Active installs | 20,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.7/5 (16 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 4.1 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 5.6 or higher |
| Author | Andy Fragen |
| Tags | core, downgrade, rollback, upgrade |
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