Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu currently ranks #2623 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2584, first reached on Sep 17, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 7K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 35 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 2% versus the month before (35/day).
- The latest release, v5.5.3, shipped on Aug 25, 2026 (54 days ago) — release #39 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | #2623 |
| 2026-09-30 | #2624 |
| 2026-08-31 | #2626 |
| 2026-07-31 | #2638 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | 7,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 7,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 7,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 7,000 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 30 |
| 2026-09-30 | 40 |
| 2026-08-31 | 44 |
| 2026-07-31 | 35 |
| 2026-06-30 | 33 |
| 2026-05-31 | 22 |
| 2026-04-30 | 36 |
| 2026-03-31 | 51 |
| 2026-02-28 | 22 |
| 2026-01-31 | 18 |
| 2025-12-31 | 20 |
| 2025-11-30 | 27 |
| 2025-10-31 | 24 |
| 2025-09-30 | 104 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Wow-Company |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.5.3 |
| Versions released | 39 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-25 |
| Added to directory | 2019-02-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.3+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Create a sticky vertical sidebar menu that enhances navigation and highlights important links on your website.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu?
WordPress.org reports 7K+ active installs.
How popular is Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu?
As of October 18, 2026, Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu ranks #2623 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #2584.
When was Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu last updated?
Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu was last updated on August 25, 2026 (version 5.5.3). It has shipped 39 releases in total.
Who makes Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu?
Side Menu Lite – Sticky Floating Side Menu is developed by Wow-Company. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2019.
