Active installs
40+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#21088
Peak #21088
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
5.6K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts currently ranks #21088 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0.0, shipped on Jun 27, 2026 (41 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Corey Salzano |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-27 |
| Added to directory | 2010-11-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.8+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Duplicates the built-in Recent Comments widget and adds functionality to display comment excerpts instead of post titles
Frequently asked questions
Is Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts a free plugin?
Yes — Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts?
WordPress.org reports 40+ active installs.
How popular is Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts?
As of August 7, 2026, Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts ranks #21088 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts last updated?
Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts was last updated on June 27, 2026 (version 1.0.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts?
Recent Comments Widget with Excerpts is developed by Corey Salzano. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2010.
