Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#30792
Peak #30792
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
12.3K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Featured Category currently ranks #30792 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.1, shipped on Feb 2, 2011 (5,666 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2008.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Clifton Griffin |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2011-02-02 |
| Added to directory | 2008-10-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Displays recent posts from a specified category in a customizable box on the home page of the blog.
Frequently asked questions
Is Featured Category a free plugin?
Yes — Featured Category is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Featured Category?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is Featured Category?
As of August 7, 2026, Featured Category ranks #30792 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Featured Category last updated?
Featured Category was last updated on February 2, 2011 (version 1.1). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Featured Category?
Featured Category is developed by Clifton Griffin. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2008.
