WordPress.WP.DeprecatedFunctions.like_escapeFound
like escape Found
The plugin uses a WordPress API, parameter, class, or value that has been deprecated.
Why It Shows Up
Plugin Check found a deprecated WordPress function, parameter position, class, or parameter value.
Why It Matters
Deprecated APIs may keep working for now, but they can behave differently across WordPress versions and make maintenance harder.
How to Fix
- Look up the replacement API in the WordPress developer reference.
- Update the call signature and test on the plugin's supported WordPress versions.
- Keep compatibility wrappers only when the plugin intentionally supports older WordPress versions.
References
Affected Plugins
| Rank | Plugin | Score | Errors | Warnings | Installs | Updated | Top Issue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | GamiPress – Gamification plugin to reward points, achievements, badges & ranks in WordPress | 23 | 3,662 | 2,971 | 10k+ | Output Not Escaped | |
| #2 | Tag, Category, and Taxonomy Manager – Autotagger Automatically Add Terms | 23 | 405 | 869 | 50k+ | Recommended | |
| #3 | Broken Link Checker | 25 | 727 | 600 | 500k+ | Output Not Escaped | |
| #4 | Analytics Insights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress | 30 | 241 | 170 | 10k+ | Unsafe Printing Function | |
| #5 | Easy Affiliate Links | 30 | 186 | 198 | 7k+ | missing direct file access protection | |
| #6 | WP Ultimate Post Grid | 34 | 114 | 74 | 4k+ | missing direct file access protection |
