Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#2137
Peak #2137
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
248.2K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Custom Post Template currently ranks #2137 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.5, shipped on Nov 28, 2017 (3,174 days ago) — release #8 since the plugin joined the directory in 2008.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Simon Wheatley |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.5 |
| Versions released | 8 |
| Last updated | 2017-11-28 |
| Added to directory | 2008-11-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.4+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Provides a drop-down to select different templates for posts from the post edit screen. The templates replace single.php for the specified post.
Frequently asked questions
Is Custom Post Template a free plugin?
Yes — Custom Post Template is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Custom Post Template?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Custom Post Template?
As of August 7, 2026, Custom Post Template ranks #2137 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Custom Post Template last updated?
Custom Post Template was last updated on November 28, 2017 (version 1.5). It has shipped 8 releases in total.
Who makes Custom Post Template?
Custom Post Template is developed by Simon Wheatley. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2008.
