Active installs
1K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#6097
Peak #6094
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
61.6K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Custom Header Extended currently ranks #6097 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #6094, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.0, shipped on Nov 28, 2017 (3,174 days ago) — release #4 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
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Details
| Author | Justin Tadlock |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2017-11-28 |
| Added to directory | 2013-09-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.6+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Allows users to create a custom header on a per-post basis.
Frequently asked questions
Is Custom Header Extended a free plugin?
Yes — Custom Header Extended is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Custom Header Extended?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Custom Header Extended?
As of August 7, 2026, Custom Header Extended ranks #6097 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #6094.
When was Custom Header Extended last updated?
Custom Header Extended was last updated on November 28, 2017 (version 1.0.0). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Custom Header Extended?
Custom Header Extended is developed by Justin Tadlock. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2013.
