Active installs
400+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#9587
Peak #9575
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
10.5K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Category Featured Images Extended currently ranks #9587 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #9575, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.52, shipped on Sep 7, 2017 (3,256 days ago).
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | CK MacLeod |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.52 |
| Versions released | — |
| Last updated | 2017-09-07 |
| Added to directory | 2016-09-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Set images for categories and tags, especially for fallback post thumbnails or featured images.
Frequently asked questions
Is Category Featured Images Extended a free plugin?
Yes — Category Featured Images Extended is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Category Featured Images Extended?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is Category Featured Images Extended?
As of August 7, 2026, Category Featured Images Extended ranks #9587 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #9575.
When was Category Featured Images Extended last updated?
Category Featured Images Extended was last updated on September 7, 2017 (version 1.52).
Who makes Category Featured Images Extended?
Category Featured Images Extended is developed by CK MacLeod. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2016.
