Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox currently ranks #891 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #889, first reached on Aug 25, 2026.
- It is averaging 1,322 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 405% versus the month before (262/day).
- The latest release, v3.4.1, shipped on Aug 5, 2026 (26 days ago) — release #50 since the plugin joined the directory in 2019.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #891 |
| 2026-07-31 | #900 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 40,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 40,000 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-29 | 125 |
| 2026-07-31 | 211 |
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Details
| Author | GalleryCreator |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.4.1 |
| Versions released | 50 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-05 |
| Added to directory | 2019-10-05 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Create responsive photo, image, video, and mixed media galleries for WordPress with gallery blocks, albums, sliders, and a built-in lightbox.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox?
WordPress.org reports 40K+ active installs.
How popular is SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox?
As of August 31, 2026, SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox ranks #891 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #889.
When was SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox last updated?
SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox was last updated on August 5, 2026 (version 3.4.1). It has shipped 50 releases in total.
Who makes SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox?
SimpLy Gallery Block & Lightbox is developed by GalleryCreator. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2019.
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