Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Genesis eNews Extended currently ranks #865 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #857, first reached on Aug 18, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 40K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 131 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 6% versus the month before (140/day).
- The latest release, v2.4.0, shipped on Aug 20, 2026 (57 days ago) — release #35 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | #865 |
| 2026-09-30 | #861 |
| 2026-08-31 | #860 |
| 2026-07-31 | #861 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 40,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 40,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 40,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 40,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-14 | 124 |
| 2026-09-30 | 145 |
| 2026-08-31 | 414 |
| 2026-07-31 | 178 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Brandon Kraft |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.4.0 |
| Versions released | 35 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-20 |
| Added to directory | 2012-04-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.9.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.4.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Genesis widget to add newsletter signup forms for MailChimp, AWeber, FeedBlitz, ConvertKit, and other mailing lists.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Genesis eNews Extended?
WordPress.org reports 40K+ active installs.
How popular is Genesis eNews Extended?
As of October 16, 2026, Genesis eNews Extended ranks #865 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #857.
When was Genesis eNews Extended last updated?
Genesis eNews Extended was last updated on August 20, 2026 (version 2.4.0). It has shipped 35 releases in total.
Who makes Genesis eNews Extended?
Genesis eNews Extended is developed by Brandon Kraft. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2012.
