Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#46307
Peak #41019
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
3.3K
Days tracked
2
1 day▼ 5288
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Featured Categories currently ranks #46307 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #41019, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Jul 16, 2011 (5,501 days ago).
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | No Longer Here |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 1 |
| Last updated | 2011-07-16 |
| Added to directory | 2011-07-16 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.1.3+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Creates a widget that displays posts and thumbnails in a selected category.
Frequently asked questions
Is Featured Categories a free plugin?
Yes — Featured Categories is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Featured Categories?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is Featured Categories?
As of August 7, 2026, Featured Categories ranks #46307 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #41019.
When was Featured Categories last updated?
Featured Categories was last updated on July 16, 2011 (version 1.0).
Who makes Featured Categories?
Featured Categories is developed by No Longer Here. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in July 2011.
