Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets currently ranks #6765 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #6729, first reached on Aug 10, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.1, shipped on Apr 20, 2025 (499 days ago) — release #3 since the plugin joined the directory in 2022.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #6765 |
| 2026-08-31 | #6765 |
| 2026-07-31 | #6755 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 1,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Sumit Singh |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.1 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-20 |
| Added to directory | 2022-02-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Restore the classic widgets screen as a new menu item without replacing new block-based widgets.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets?
As of September 1, 2026, Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets ranks #6765 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #6729.
When was Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets last updated?
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets was last updated on April 20, 2025 (version 1.0.1). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets?
Classic Widgets with Block-based Widgets is developed by Sumit Singh. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2022.
