Recent File Scanner
Scan themes and plugins for newly created files added in the last N days. Great for detecting suspicious uploads.
Plugin info
Maintenance & Compatibility
Maintenance score
Maintained • Last updated 138 days ago
Is Recent File Scanner abandoned?
Likely maintained (last update 138 days ago).
Compatibility
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Description
Recent File Scanner helps administrators detect unauthorized file uploads by scanning plugin and theme directories for files created within a user-defined timeframe.
About WPNatives
WPNatives creates innovative, security-focused solutions that help keep WordPress sites safe, fast, and reliable.
We build lightweight tools with clean code and best-practice standards so site owners and agencies can harden,
monitor, and maintain their installs with confidence.
Highlights:
– Proactive monitoring and file-integrity tools
– Site hardening utilities aligned with WP coding standards
– Performance-minded, translation-ready, and regularly updated
Learn more at wpnatives.com and explore our latest plugins, guides, and support resources.
Installation
- Upload the plugin to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate it through the ‘Plugins’ menu in the admin panel.
- Navigate to Tools > Recent File Scanner to start scanning.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It only scans and reports. Future updates may add cleanup features.
No. It only scans themes and plugins.
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Changelog
1.0
- Initial release

