Active installs
2K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#4956
Peak #4953
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
18.7K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Random Post for Widget currently ranks #4956 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4953, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v5.0, shipped on Mar 18, 2023 (1,239 days ago) — release #3 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Shashi Dhar Kumar |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.0 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2023-03-18 |
| Added to directory | 2012-05-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.5+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This simple plugin is a widget that displays a list of random posts on your sidebar. You can exclude certain posts by ID.
Frequently asked questions
Is Random Post for Widget a free plugin?
Yes — Random Post for Widget is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Random Post for Widget?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Random Post for Widget?
As of August 8, 2026, Random Post for Widget ranks #4956 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #4953.
When was Random Post for Widget last updated?
Random Post for Widget was last updated on March 18, 2023 (version 5.0). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Random Post for Widget?
Random Post for Widget is developed by Shashi Dhar Kumar. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2012.
