WP Activity Log release notes
On this page, you’ll find a highlight of what is new and improved with every update release of the WP Activity Log plugin. Entries are listed in chronological order, starting from the most recent at the top. For a complete and detailed list of all changes, including bug fixes, please refer to the WP Activity Log plugin change log.
Update 5.6.5
Release date: 21st July 2026
Version 5.6.5 is a maintenance update which features a new Event ID, new settings for multisite networks, several functionality and reliability improvements, and it also has a security fix.
More control over multisite log mirroring
This update introduces more granular control over which sites are included in the mirroring of logs. You can now exclude selected subsites from mirrored activity logs, making it easier to reduce unnecessary data and ensure only relevant activity is forwarded to your centralized logging solution.
More security detail in the activity log
WP Activity Log already keeps a log of when the site’s administrator email changes. However, since the administrator’s email address change takes place in two steps, the plugin was only reporting when the email address change is confirmed. It was not reporting when someone starts the process of changing the email address.
In this update we included the new activity log ID 6073, which now also keeps a log when an administrator requests to change the site’s administrator email address. Both the current and requested email addresses are reported in the logs. This event works on single sites, multisite networks, and individual subsites, providing better visibility into one of WordPress’ most security-sensitive configuration changes.
Security, stability, and compatibility improvements
In this update we included a fix to a specific CSRF vulnerability, responsibly reported by Levon Balyan. On top of that, as with every release, we’ve also included a range of improvements to enhance the plugin’s reliability and security.
This update also includes compatibility updates with the latest versions of WordPress, and resolves several issues affecting MainWP, activity log search in the Free edition, external database connections, Slack notifications, and multisite environments.
Update 5.6.4
Release date: 2nd June 2026
Version 5.6.4 introduces support for monitoring the new WordPress AI Connectors, along with several user experience improvements, WordPress 7.0 compatibility updates, security enhancements, and maintenance fixes.
Monitor WordPress AI Connector activity
With WordPress 7.0 introducing AI Connectors, administrators can now connect their websites to external AI services and models. To help you maintain visibility over these changes, WP Activity Log now includes four new event IDs that track AI Connector activity.
The plugin can now keep a log of the following:
- An AI connector is connected or disconnected
- The AI master switch is enabled or disabled in the AI plugin
- AI-powered features are enabled or disabled in the AI plugin
This gives website administrators, security teams, and agencies a clear audit trail of who is connecting AI services to the website and when AI functionality is being enabled or modified.
Improved interface and WordPress 7.0 compatibility
In this update, we have also refined several areas of the plugin interface to make it easier for users to discover available features and functionality.
We reorganized parts of the plugin menu, updated the setup wizard, improved contextual guidance throughout the plugin, and addressed several interface issues to ensure full compatibility with WordPress 7.0. We have also included some foundation work which is required for the completely new UI that we will be releasing later on this year.
Security and maintenance improvements
As part of our ongoing commitment to security and stability, this release includes several security fixes, additional code hardening, improved input sanitization, and updates to third-party libraries used by the plugin.
Other improvements and fixes
On top of the highlights above, version 5.6.4 also includes a number of usability improvements, bug fixes, and stability enhancements across the plugin to ensure a smoother and more reliable experience.
Update 5.6.3.1
Release date: 11th May 2026
This update is a security update. In it we fixed a cross-site scripting vulnerability, and included some other minor updates.
Update 5.6.3
Release date: 28th April 2026
This update is a maintenance update. It includes a number of bug fixes and we have also improved the deactivation feedback form by adding additional logic checks.
Update 5.6.2
Release date: 1st April 2026
This update focuses on improved activity coverage of LearnDash, strengthening security in the code, and refining reporting and overall plugin improvements.
Improved LearnDash coverage
We’ve expanded the coverage of LearnDash with new activity events, giving you better visibility into how courses and lessons are accessed and managed. Refer to the list of activity log event IDs for LearnDash for a complete list.
New plugin deactivation feedback form
A new deactivation form allows users to share feedback when deactivating the plugin, helping us better understand usage and improve the product.
Reporting and logging improvements
We’ve made several updates to improve the accuracy, consistency, and usefulness of reports and logged data, making it easier to review and analyze activity. We’ve also added more meta data to some of the events. For example when the plugin keeps a log of a plugin upgrade, it also reports if the plugin was activated or deactivated before the upgrade.
Security hardening
This release includes a number of general security improvements and codebase hardening to follow best practices and reduce potential risks.
Other improvements and fixes
On top of that, this update also includes several other improvements, UI refinements, and bug fixes to enhance stability and overall user experience.
Update 5.6.1
Release date: 5th March 2026
Update 5.6.1 is a maintenance update, featuring a big multisite network performance improvement, and several bug fixes.
Update 5.6.0
Release date: 29th January 2026
Activity logs for LearnDash
LearnDash is one of the most popular LMS plugins for WordPress, and over the last few months we have been working with their team to develop an activity log sensor for LearnDash.
This means that WP Activity Log now includes built-in support for LearnDash. Once you install WP Activity Log alongside LearnDash, you gain detailed visibility into what’s happening inside your LMS. The plugin keeps a log of changes from the administrator and tutor side, as well as student activity and actions.
It keeps a log of a wide range of changes that website owners can make to courses, lessons, topics, and groups. This includes when content is created, updated, restored, or deleted, as well as structural and configuration changes such as category updates, author changes, and lessons being added to or removed from courses.
On the student side, WP Activity Log also tracks student activity, such as when students enroll in courses, complete courses, lessons, or quizzes, and when certificates are generated. This makes it easier to keep track of what students are doing, as well as the actions of tutors, teachers, and your team, helping you better understand how LearnDash is being used across your site.
Refer to the LearnDash activity log event IDs for a complete list of changes and user actions WP Activity Log can keep a log of.
More detailed logs & usability improvements
This update also includes a number of smaller improvements that make activity logs more detailed and accurate. Login events now record the login page URL used, helping administrators better understand how and where users are logging in from.
We’ve also applied UI refinements, made several under-the-hood enhancements to improve log clarity and consistency, and improved how plugin settings are stored on multisite networks.
Security update
WP Activity Log 5.6.0 includes a minor security fix addressing a reported XSS issue. While the issue is low risk, we recommend updating to this version as part of general security best practice.
Update 5.5.4
Release date: 19th November 2025
Version 5.5.4 of WP Activity Log is a maintenance update which includes a number of improvements and bug fixes.
Update 5.5.3
Release date: 23rd October 2025
Version 5.5.3 of WP Activity Log is a followup maintenance update that addresses an edge case issue in 5.5.2, related to a Event ID 5032, which was introduced in update 5.5.2.
Update 5.5.2
Release date: 22nd October 2025
Version 5.5.2 of WP Activity Log introduces support for Paid Memberships Pro, along with new event IDs and improved coverage of changes, and also a few other “activity log viewer” and generic plugin improvements.
Integration with Paid Memberships Pro
WP Activity Log can now keep a detailed record of key membership-related changes made through the Paid Memberships Pro plugin.
This includes creating, updating, or deleting membership levels, assigning or removing them from users, and tracking membership orders and checkouts.
To make reviewing changes even more convenient, we’ve also added a Members Activity panel inside each member’s profile page in Paid Memberships Pro, where administrators can instantly view that user’s recent activity.
Copy event details in one click
A new Copy event button has been added to the activity log viewer. With it, you can quickly copy either a summary or full event details to your clipboard, which is perfect for sharing context with teammates, reporting issues, or documenting changes.
Other noteworthy improvements
- Added a number of new event IDs, expanding the coverage of the logs.
- Organized report section settings in alphabetical order for easier navigation.
- Fixed a compatibility issue with the User Switch plugin.
- We have also fixed a number of user reported issues, making the plugin more reliable and stable.
Update 5.5.1
Release date: 11th September 2025
This is a maintenance update in which we fixed a number of bugs and improved the UX of the “Add notes” modal in the activity log viewer.
Update 5.5.0
Release date: 3rd September 2025
In version 5.5.0 we are introducing a new feature while also continuing to improve the activity log’s coverage and the plugin’s usability. We’ve also made a number of smaller improvements and fixes to make the plugin more reliable in day-to-day use.
Add notes to activity log events (Premium)
With this release, administrators can now add their own notes to events directly in the activity log. This makes it easier to add context to changes, share information with colleagues, or leave reminders about specific activities.
Other noteworthy mentions
This update also includes:
- Several new activity log events, including when translation files are updated or when a user is denied access to a page.
- Improved SQLite support.
- Better wording and help text in settings
- Included additional metadata in comment related event IDs.
As always, we have also included a range of bug fixes and small improvements to make the plugin more stable and reliable.
Update 5.4.2
Release date: 2nd July 2025
Version 4.5.2 of WP Activity Log is a maintenance update. It includes the new Event ID 1011, which is reported when a user tries to access a page they do not have access to, a fix for the problem where the configured custom from email address was not being used in the notifications, and several other minor fixes for reported PHP errors.
Update 5.4.1
Release date: 3rd June 2025
Version 4.5.1 of WP Activity Log is a maintenance follow up update to 4.5.0. It mainly includes a small fix to the upgrade script, which occurs when people upgrade to 4.5.1 from a very old version of the plugin.
Update 5.4.0
Release date: 2nd June 2025
Version 4.5.0 of WP Activity Log is the most integration-rich update yet, with a focus on deeper compatibility, improved activity log coverage, and many other improvements.
Support for WordPress Management Systems
The headline feature in this release is the enhanced sensor support for WordPress management platforms. WP Activity Log can now detect and record changes made via popular third-party tools such as WP Umbrella, ManageWP, ModularDS, InfiniteWP, and WP Remote.
This improvement ensures that site changes performed remotely via such tools, such as plugin updates, user changes, or configuration adjustments, are now reliably captured in the activity log. It’s a powerful step forward in giving administrators full visibility, no matter where or how changes are made.
More details in the log
This release also introduces query string logging, allowing you to capture UTM parameters and other query data when users perform tracked actions. This is especially useful for forensic audits and marketing campaign attribution.
Extended support for several widely-used plugins
Rank Math SEO: Logging has been expanded with 14 new events to capture key changes, including updates to SEO titles, meta descriptions, canonical URLs, robots settings, and keyword usage.
WooCommerce: New events now monitor changes to stock management, low stock thresholds, webhook configurations, and other important store settings.
Termly: We’ve added support for seven new events, covering consent banner activation, scanner schedules, API key usage, and cookie blocker settings.
MainWP: Six new events allow you to track client and site management actions from your MainWP dashboard, including site status changes, deletions, and email updates.
Other noteworthy updates
In addition to these new integrations, version 4.5.0 delivers multiple usability and reporting enhancements. Summary emails have been redesigned for clarity and better readability, while the Custom Notifications builder now provides clearer feedback and improved saving functionality.
Activity log reports can now include user email addresses and full names, giving more context to administrators reviewing audit data. We’ve also improved how external links behave across plugin pages, added helpful confirmation messages when settings are saved, and rolled out a fresh new plugin logo throughout the interface.
Together, these updates make WP Activity Log more powerful, accurate, and user-friendly, especially for agencies, developers, and businesses managing multiple WordPress sites and tools.
Update 5.3.4.1
Release date: 4th April 2025
This was a followup update to 5.3.4 to address a mulitsite network redirect issue that was caused when upgrading to 5.3.4.
Update 5.3.4
Release date: 3rd April 2025
Instant notifications on Slack
In this update we have added Slack integration to the Notifications module. You can now receive instant alerts about specific website activity or changes directly in a Slack channel of your choice, in addition to email and SMS notifications.
Other noteworthy updates
On top of all the bug fixes and other minor improvements, in this update we have also added:
- A new report template to create a report with the last login times of each user
- A setting in the daily and weekly summary email to include all the events in the events in the summary emails
- A number of WooCommerce-specific criteria in the custom notifications builder
- Added more metadata to a number of WooCommerce events.
Update 5.3.3
Release date: 4th March 2025
This update was a security and maintenance update.
Update 5.3.1 & 5.3.2
Release date: 12th and 20th February 2025
These were two followup updates to 5.3.0. Mostly maintanance updates in which we solved an issue in the upgrade script, and disabled the weekly summary email in the free edition when upgrading.
Update 5.3.0
Release date: 11th February 2025
Update 5.3.0 has taken 6 months to develop, but it was all worth the wait! This update has a completely new email and SMS notifications module, and is packed with plugin updates including increased logging coverage. This release demonstrates our ongoing commitment to providing the most comprehensive and user-friendly activity log solution available.
All new notifications module
This update brings a completely redesigned email and SMS notifications module, offering more flexibility and control over how and when you’re alerted to important events. Whether you prefer email or SMS, the new triggers and configuration options make it easier than ever to stay informed.
We’ve also introduced the Weekly Activity Log summary email to the Free edition, providing a convenient snapshot of recent events right to your inbox.
Expanded activity log coverage
With version 5.3, we’ve added a wide range of new activity log events to help you gain deeper insights into changes happening on your website. Below is an overview of what is new:
General Events: Track updates to the Weekly Activity Log summary email, including changes to its status (ID 6319) or recipient list (ID 6328). Plus, you can now monitor plugin installation failures (ID 5030).
WooCommerce Events: We’ve significantly enhanced WooCommerce coverage, including logging changes to store visibility, settings that limit purchases to one item per order, and actions on product reviews such as approval, spam marking, or deletion. These updates (IDs 9157–9167) allow you to track vital activities in your online store.
Yoast SEO Events: For Yoast SEO users, we’ve added tracking for changes to Organization/Person settings (IDs 8871–8872) and optimized how site features settings are logged (ID 8859). These updates ensure you have a complete record of your SEO configurations and changes.
Other noteworthy updates
In this release, we’ve made several enhancements to boost the plugin’s usability and performance:
- Improved Reverse Proxy and WAF Support: You can now choose from more HTTP headers or specify custom ones to ensure accurate logging in any environment.
- Advanced notification yriggers: You can now create notifications based on the “Super Admin” role.
- Streamlined reports and event management: New filtering options, such as “Post ID,” make it easier to find the information you need. We’ve also reorganized event categories for better clarity.
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- Yoast SEO support update: We’ve brought full compatibility with the latest versions of Yoast SEO, updating numerous event IDs and introducing a streamlined system for tracking plugin setting changes.
- New hooks in WP Activity Log.
- New WP CLI commands for WP Activity Log.
Why Upgrade to WP Activity Log 5.3?
This release isn’t just about more data—it’s about giving you the tools and insights you need to stay on top of your website’s activity. Whether you’re running a WooCommerce store, managing SEO settings, or just keeping an eye on user actions, WP Activity Log 5.3 ensures you have the visibility and control you need.
We invite you to explore all the new features and improvements by updating to version 5.3 today. For a complete breakdown of changes, visit the plugin’s changelog.
Update 5.2.3
Release date: 27th January 2025
This update is for the Premium edition of teh plugin only. It is a maintenance update in preperation for update 5.3, which will feature a completely new email and SMS notifications module.
Update 5.2.2
Release date: 12th November 2024
This update is a maintenance and security update. It addresses a number of reported bugs, and also a security issue reported by Mikemyers. Thank you for the responsable disclosure.
Update 5.2.1
Release date: 12th September 2024
This update is a maintenance update, a followup to 5.2 which basically addresses a number of minor issues reported after the release of 5.2.0.
Update 5.2
Release date: 12th September 2024
With the release of version 5.2, WP Activity Log adds even more coverage to increase activity coverage. This latest update introduces a host of new activities the plugin can log, including logging for WordPress Cron events and the Redirections plugin. In addition to these, the update also brings additional event tracking for WooCommerce, GravityForms, and other WordPress core functions. These enhancements provide even deeper insights, ensuring you stay on top of every critical change and action across your WordPress environment.
Refer to the list of event IDs for a complete list of activities logged by WP Activity Log.
Prevent redundant concurrent sessions
The plugin now performs a check for existing session cookies when users navigate directly to the login page, preventing unnecessary new user sessions from being created. This ensures a smoother experience while helping avoid potential lockouts.
New data retention default
The default activity log retention policy is now set to three months if not manually configured by the user, providing a balanced approach to data retention by keeping logs available for a reasonable period without overwhelming storage.
Other highlights worth mentioning
We have also made a number of UX improvements that make the experience of using the plugin smoother and more intuitive than ever before. Aside from this, we have made optimizations to the code to keep the plugin light and improve activity reporting. Other notable improvements include:
- Added a notification message for when scheduled reports are run manually, and there are no events that meet the criteria.
- Removed redundant code that was used to count the number of failed login attempts from an IP address. Now plugin reports every failed login attempt as an individual event in the log.
- Improved support for custom WooCommerce order names (YITH).
- And much more.
And, of course, we have included a number of bug fixes for increased stability and efficiency.
Update 5.1
Release date: 4th July 2024
This is a maintenance followup update to version 5.0, which mostly contains improvements, fine tuning, and bug fixes. However, we managed to fit in two new reports settings:
- A new setting to include the reports as attachments in emails: when reports are generated automatically, the plugin was sending an email with a link to the reports. Now we included a setting so who wants can have the automatically generated reports as attachment in the email itself.
- The other setting is to include or not include the events’ metadata in the CSV reports.
As with every other release, we have also added a number of improvements and fixed a number of bugs reported from our users.
Update 5.0
Release date: 22nd May 2024
Version 5.0 of WP Activity Log brings some big changes to the table. In the works for over three months, it represents a substantial update with new features, many improvements, and fixes. Let’s dive right in to see what is new and improved in this update.
The all-new Reports module
This is not a refactoring of the old code but a completely new rewrite. The new reports feature a new polished UI for a better user experience. The most noticeable improvement when compared to the older module is a much faster and more robust reporting engine. On top of that, the new module also features:
- New filters and criteria that allow you to fine-tune your report queries
- Option to include more metadata in the reports, such as users’ email addresses and Session IDs
- New HTML reports template that can be white labeled
Merging of the Activity Log for MainWP extension
The extension that allows MainWP administrators to view the logs of all the child sites on the network from the central MainWP dashboard has now been merged into WP Activity Log. In doing so, we have reduced the code and its complexity and improved performance. We are now able to develop even more features since having a separate extension was limiting us from further expanding the plugins in terms of features, etc.
Improved activity log coverage
WP Activity Log can now keep a log of the following:
- WP 2FA plugin configuration and policy changes
- Users’ 2FA setup changes
- Changes to the Advanced Custom Fields (ACF) plugin settings
- Changes in the ACF configuration or creation of Post Types, Taxonomies, and Taxonomy Terms.
For more details about the different event IDs the plugin uses to keep a log of website and user changes, refer to the list of activity log event IDs.
Other highlights worth mentioning
Some other updates worth mentioning:
- Admins can now exclude posts from the activity log based on the post status
- The domain of the default “From” email address used by the plugin is the same as the website’s address for improved deliverability
- Records of failed login attempts are now logged individually in the activity log, and the username used is reported in the event for more clarity
- Improved the event IDs/integration with Melapress File Manager for logging file changes on the website.
- Enhanced the user metadata retrieval process for better performance
- Implemented a number of code tweaks to improve the overall performance and stability of the plugin.
Previous versions release notes: