Active installs
30+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#24113
Peak #24113
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
7.1K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Featured Comment Widget currently ranks #24113 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.7, shipped on Sep 16, 2015 (3,978 days ago) — release #9 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Jenn Schiffer |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.7 |
| Versions released | 9 |
| Last updated | 2015-09-16 |
| Added to directory | 2011-04-04 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.3+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
The Featured Comment Widget gives you the ability to shine a spotlight on some of your favorite comments on the site.
Frequently asked questions
Is Featured Comment Widget a free plugin?
Yes — Featured Comment Widget is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Featured Comment Widget?
WordPress.org reports 30+ active installs.
How popular is Featured Comment Widget?
As of August 7, 2026, Featured Comment Widget ranks #24113 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Featured Comment Widget last updated?
Featured Comment Widget was last updated on September 16, 2015 (version 1.7). It has shipped 9 releases in total.
Who makes Featured Comment Widget?
Featured Comment Widget is developed by Jenn Schiffer. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2011.
