Active installs
80+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#17343
Peak #17316
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
1.1K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Markdown currently ranks #17343 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #17316, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.4.2, shipped on Sep 3, 2025 (339 days ago) — release #8 since the plugin joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Floris-Jan |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.4.2 |
| Versions released | 8 |
| Last updated | 2025-09-03 |
| Added to directory | 2025-09-03 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Simple and fast plugin to render markdown with a custom Gutenberg block. Professional code beautification and copy functionality included.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Markdown a free plugin?
Yes — Simple Markdown is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple Markdown?
WordPress.org reports 80+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Markdown?
As of August 8, 2026, Simple Markdown ranks #17343 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #17316.
When was Simple Markdown last updated?
Simple Markdown was last updated on September 3, 2025 (version 1.4.2). It has shipped 8 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Markdown?
Simple Markdown is developed by Floris-Jan. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2025.
