Active installs
5K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#2992
Peak #2992
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All-time downloads
6.2K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Custom Shortcodes currently ranks #2992 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Apr 4, 2009 (6,335 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2009.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | marapper |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2009-04-04 |
| Added to directory | 2009-03-12 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.0.2+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Manage custom fields using the insert shortcodes or HTML comment in text of post.
Frequently asked questions
Is Custom Shortcodes a free plugin?
Yes — Custom Shortcodes is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Custom Shortcodes?
WordPress.org reports 5K+ active installs.
How popular is Custom Shortcodes?
As of August 8, 2026, Custom Shortcodes ranks #2992 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Custom Shortcodes last updated?
Custom Shortcodes was last updated on April 4, 2009 (version 1.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Custom Shortcodes?
Custom Shortcodes is developed by marapper. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2009.
