Uptime monitoring for WordPress — in seconds
Install the free Watch.dog plugin, connect with one click, and get automatic uptime monitoring with instant alerts. No coding, no config files, no credit card.
Watch.dog Monitoring
What you get
Everything you need for total peace of mind.
One-click Setup
No config files or API keys. Connect in seconds.
Secure by Design
Device-code flow. Your passwords stay private.
Instant Alerts
Email, Slack, and SMS notifications immediately.
Public Status Page
Branded pages included.
Cron Monitoring
Heartbeats for tasks.
Free Plan
No credit card required.
Monitor Core Web Vitals
WordPress can be slow. Watch.dog tracks your TTFB (Time To First Byte) to ensure new plugins don't destroy your SEO ranking and user experience.
Uptime Statistics
1.5ms
1.2ms
0.9ms
0.6ms
0.3ms
0ms
How it works
Automated setup in three simple steps.
Install Plugin
Download and activate the Watch.dog Uptime Monitor from your WordPress dashboard.
Grant Access
Click 'Connect' to securely authorize your site using our device-token flow.
Start Monitoring
Watch.dog automatically detects your site URIs and creates the monitors.
Connection Verified
Handshake successful. Your WordPress site is now protected by Watch.dog's Global Monitoring Network.
Requirements
- WordPress 5.8 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- Admin (
manage_options) capability to connect - A Watch.dog account (free — create from the plugin)