Version 6.8 of WPDistrib marks a turning point in the management of pre-installed plugins. Among the key decisions, WPDistrib has chosen to remove Query Monitor from its default distribution. Why this choice? Is it a disadvantage for the user? Here is the full analysis.
Understanding Query Monitor’s Core Function
Query Monitor is an advanced diagnostic tool for WordPress. Its purpose is to provide highly detailed technical information about how a website operates. Here’s what it allows you to do:
- Monitor and list SQL queries executed by WordPress in real time.
- Identify performance issues caused by specific plugins or themes.
- Spot PHP errors, warnings, and compatibility problems.
- Analyze how hooks and actions are triggered by WordPress.
It is therefore a powerful yet complex tool that generates detailed technical reports. It is recommended for developers and system administrators.
Assessing Query Monitor’s Relevance to WPDistrib
WPDistrib is designed to make WordPress accessible, even to those with no technical background. Its goal is to provide an optimized, ready-to-use platform for content creators, without unnecessary complexity.
In this context:
- Yes, Query Monitor is useful for advanced testing and WordPress site diagnostics.
- No, it is not essential for most WPDistrib users, who primarily want to publish content easily and benefit from a lightweight, streamlined environment.
For a standard or beginner user, Query Monitor might bring more confusion than solutions.
Explaining the Removal of Query Monitor in Version 6.8
Until version 6.7.1, Query Monitor was included as a pre-installed plugin in WPDistrib. Starting with version 6.8, it is no longer part of the default setup. Here are the main reasons:
- Streamline the distribution to offer a simpler and less cluttered dashboard.
- Remove unnecessary tools for the average user, who does not need complex technical data.
- Improve performance: although Query Monitor is well designed, it can slightly impact the admin area if left enabled permanently.
This decision aligns with WPDistrib’s goal to focus on what’s essential for the majority of its users.
Is Query Monitor Still Available as an Option?
Good news for advanced users: Query Monitor has not been abandoned!
It is still available as an add-on and can be easily installed via the WPDistrib plugin catalog. It is therefore still recommended for:
- Performance testing on WPDistrib sites.
- Conflict detection between plugins or themes.
- Fine-tuning of queries and database optimization.
Moreover, WPDistrib will continue to use it in its internal testing environment to validate the performance of each new release.
🌀 A Powerful Tool, But Not Included in WPDistrib 6.8
In summary, Query Monitor is an excellent tool, but it is not necessary for most WPDistrib users.
The decision to remove it in version 6.8 is part of an effort to streamline and simplify the distribution.
Beginner content creators will benefit from a cleaner interface, while advanced users can still install Query Monitor if needed.

