Active installs
20+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#26517
Peak #25897
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
565
Days tracked
3
1 day▼ 620
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Reading Time Block currently ranks #26517 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #25897, first reached on Aug 8, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.2.2, shipped on May 31, 2025 (435 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
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Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Noah J. Stewart |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.2.2 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-31 |
| Added to directory | 2025-05-31 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Adds a Gutenberg block to display the estimated reading time of the current post. Reading speed is customizable from the Settings → Reading screen.
Frequently asked questions
Is Reading Time Block a free plugin?
Yes — Reading Time Block is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Reading Time Block?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Reading Time Block?
As of August 9, 2026, Reading Time Block ranks #26517 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #25897.
When was Reading Time Block last updated?
Reading Time Block was last updated on May 31, 2025 (version 1.2.2). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Reading Time Block?
Reading Time Block is developed by Noah J. Stewart. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in May 2025.
