Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#12577
Peak #12577
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
66.1K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Sidebar Navigation currently ranks #12577 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.3.0, shipped on Sep 2, 2018 (2,896 days ago) — release #20 since the plugin joined the directory in 2008.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Max Chirkov |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.3.0 |
| Versions released | 20 |
| Last updated | 2018-09-02 |
| Added to directory | 2008-12-30 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.8+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Easy way to create custom navigation in sidebars or other pre-defined areas. Conditional tags are included to specify pages where widgets appear.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Sidebar Navigation a free plugin?
Yes — Simple Sidebar Navigation is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple Sidebar Navigation?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Sidebar Navigation?
As of August 7, 2026, Simple Sidebar Navigation ranks #12577 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Simple Sidebar Navigation last updated?
Simple Sidebar Navigation was last updated on September 2, 2018 (version 2.3.0). It has shipped 20 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Sidebar Navigation?
Simple Sidebar Navigation is developed by Max Chirkov. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in December 2008.
