Database Cleaner Pro

Database Cleaner Pro

Over time, even the best-managed WordPress site can accumulate clutter—unused tables, orphaned metadata, and transients that slow performance. Database Cleaner Pro by MeowApps is a professional-grade plugin designed to safely clean, optimize, and organize your WordPress database, resulting in faster load times and a leaner site environment.

This plugin offers a clean, modern interface built in Vue.js, allowing you to scan your database and identify unnecessary data with detailed classification. It supports cleaning post revisions, auto-drafts, orphaned options, old cron jobs, and more. The dashboard categorizes items clearly so you can safely delete without risking active content or configurations.

Technically, Database Cleaner Pro interacts directly with your MySQL database using secure SQL queries, while performing backups of every cleaning session. It ensures compatibility with InnoDB and MyISAM table types and supports multisite environments. The plugin also detects non-standard and abandoned tables left behind by plugins that were uninstalled improperly.

One of its standout features is the “Smart Mode,” which cross-checks each entry’s relevance by analyzing plugin and theme usage across the site. This reduces the chances of deleting data still in use. You can schedule automatic cleanups and even automate optimization routines that defragment your database tables for better performance.

Advanced users can enable developer tools that show table structure, size statistics, and row counts. You can sort tables by size or last usage date and selectively delete large ones that are no longer serving a purpose. WP-CLI support is also included, allowing you to run cleanup scripts via the command line for larger projects.

Database Cleaner Pro focuses on precision, safety, and performance. It’s not a “one-click and pray” solution—it’s designed for site owners who want a reliable, controlled way to clean and optimize their site without risking data loss. With regular use, it becomes a key tool in maintaining a fast, secure WordPress installation.