Active installs
10+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#34702
Peak #34702
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.1K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- HeroPress Recent Essay Widget currently ranks #34702 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.1, shipped on Aug 27, 2015 (3,998 days ago) — release #3 since the plugin joined the directory in 2015.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Topher |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2015-08-27 |
| Added to directory | 2015-08-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Creates a widget showing the most recent essay data from HeroPress. Optionally renders featured image, title, contributor, and date.
Frequently asked questions
Is HeroPress Recent Essay Widget a free plugin?
Yes — HeroPress Recent Essay Widget is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use HeroPress Recent Essay Widget?
WordPress.org reports 10+ active installs.
How popular is HeroPress Recent Essay Widget?
As of August 7, 2026, HeroPress Recent Essay Widget ranks #34702 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was HeroPress Recent Essay Widget last updated?
HeroPress Recent Essay Widget was last updated on August 27, 2015 (version 1.1). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes HeroPress Recent Essay Widget?
HeroPress Recent Essay Widget is developed by Topher. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2015.
