Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#44642
Peak #41357
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.6K
Days tracked
3
1 day▼ 3285
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Dashboard Widgets API currently ranks #44642 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #41357, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Dec 10, 2012 (4,989 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Kevin Langley Jr. |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2012-12-10 |
| Added to directory | 2012-01-04 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Easily add configurable widgets to your dashboard using a simple class.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dashboard Widgets API a free plugin?
Yes — Dashboard Widgets API is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Dashboard Widgets API?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is Dashboard Widgets API?
As of August 8, 2026, Dashboard Widgets API ranks #44642 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #41357.
When was Dashboard Widgets API last updated?
Dashboard Widgets API was last updated on December 10, 2012 (version 1.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Dashboard Widgets API?
Dashboard Widgets API is developed by Kevin Langley Jr.. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2012.
