WordPress Plugin

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.

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Watch.dog UptimeYour site is connected to Watch.dog.ConnectedMonitored URLhttp://localhost:8000Monitor ID#134Connected since2026-03-13 16:30:40View on Watch.dogDisconnect

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.

Real-time latency and TTFB tracking
Identify slow database processing
Protect your Google Search SEO ranking
Uptime Statistics
24 Hours
100%
7 Days
100%
1 Month
97.00%
1 Year
15.40%
Response Time1.2ms1ms0.8ms0.6ms0.4ms0.2ms0msApr 28, 12:2712:4813:0913:3013:5114:1214:3314:5415:1515:36

How it works

Automated setup in three simple steps.

01
Install Plugin

Download and activate the Watch.dog Uptime Monitor from your WordPress dashboard.

02
Grant Access

Click 'Connect' to securely authorize your site using our device-token flow.

03
Start Monitoring

Watch.dog automatically detects your site URIs and creates the monitors.

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WordPressWatch.dogSite Connected!Go to DashboardView Web monitor
ACTIVE MONITORING ENABLED

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)