Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)
4.9★ (80 ratings) · Current rank #1521
Active installs
10K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#1521
Peak #1521
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All-time downloads
751.4K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) currently ranks #1521 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v3.4.3, shipped on Jul 22, 2026 (16 days ago) — release #88 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
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Details
| Author | Johan van der Wijk |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.4.3 |
| Versions released | 88 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-22 |
| Added to directory | 2010-11-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.6+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This plugin enables you to edit and display Content Blocks in a sidebar widget or using a shortcode.
Frequently asked questions
Is Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) a free plugin?
Yes — Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)?
As of August 7, 2026, Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) ranks #1521 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) last updated?
Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) was last updated on July 22, 2026 (version 3.4.3). It has shipped 88 releases in total.
Who makes Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget)?
Content Blocks (Custom Post Widget) is developed by Johan van der Wijk. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2010.
