diff --git a/accessibility-checker.php b/accessibility-checker.php
index 2819ae1d..54e7165d 100644
--- a/accessibility-checker.php
+++ b/accessibility-checker.php
@@ -10,7 +10,7 @@
  * Plugin Name:       Accessibility Checker
  * Plugin URI:        https://a11ychecker.com
  * Description:       Audit and check your website for accessibility before you hit publish. In-post accessibility scanner and guidance.
- * Version:           1.7.0
+ * Version:           1.7.0-rc.1
  * Author:            Equalize Digital
  * Author URI:        https://equalizedigital.com
  * License:           GPL-2.0+