System - Real-time environment snapshot

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System

The System module provides a real-time snapshot of your WordPress environment — designed for fast diagnostics, audits, and agency workflows.

No setup required
Local-only
Read-only

Overview

System is enabled by default. It reads your WordPress environment locally and displays a single-page snapshot when you open the dashboard.

System dashboard overview.
Agency tip: Use System as the first step in any support or maintenance workflow.

What System shows

  • WordPress & core: Version, update status, site and home URL, environment (production/staging/local), permalinks, REST API, multisite sites.
  • PHP & database: PHP version and configuration, MySQL/database version, memory limits, server software.
  • Active theme: Current theme name and version.
  • Plugins: All installed and active plugins with version and update status. Copy WP-CLI update commands for plugins and core.
    Post types, ACF blocks,
  • Gravity Forms: Registered post types (with counts), ACF blocks when ACF is active, Gravity Forms list when present.
  • Users: User counts and role breakdown.
  • Server: Server environment, PHP extensions, cache detection, disk space, and site configuration basics.
  • Security: HTTPS/SSL status, debug settings, file edit/mod restrictions, security keys, and related checks.
  • Performance & AI: Memory limits, disk space, and optimization-related settings; AI-powered system health analysis with recommendations (when AI is enabled).

How it works

  • Uses native WordPress and PHP APIs
  • Reads data locally (no external requests)
  • Updates on page refresh
  • Does not modify site configuration

When to use

  • Before updating WordPress or plugins
  • During debugging sessions
  • For client audits and onboarding
  • Before handing over projects

Best practices

  • Check System before running bulk updates
  • Combine with Logs for full diagnostics
  • Keep PHP and WordPress versions supported
  • Use Access Control for client-safe visibility

Troubleshooting

System shows missing values

  • Reload the page
  • Check user permissions
  • Verify multisite context

SSL or environment mismatch

  • Check proxy/CDN headers
  • Confirm WordPress URL settings