Active installs
20+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#25183
Peak #25043
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.4K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Dashboard Widget currently ranks #25183 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #25043, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.3.2, shipped on Sep 19, 2022 (1,419 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2021.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Blase Beczkowski |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.3.2 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2022-09-19 |
| Added to directory | 2021-02-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Very simple plugin to add sidebar with custom widget to your dashboard. You can add a sidebar which is only available to authors.
Frequently asked questions
Is Dashboard Widget a free plugin?
Yes — Dashboard Widget is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Dashboard Widget?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Dashboard Widget?
As of August 7, 2026, Dashboard Widget ranks #25183 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #25043.
When was Dashboard Widget last updated?
Dashboard Widget was last updated on September 19, 2022 (version 1.3.2). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Dashboard Widget?
Dashboard Widget is developed by Blase Beczkowski. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in February 2021.
