404 Designer
Easily set a custom 404 error page using any WordPress page. Design your 404 page as a regular page and use it as the 404 template for your site.
Use with caution
404 Designer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (20+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where 404 Designer stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| 404 | #77 |
| custom 404 | #53 |
| page builder | >100 |
| template | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About 404 Designer
From the official readme · v1.2.3Description
The 404 Designer plugin allows you to design a custom 404 error page using any WordPress page builder (such as Elementor, Beaver Builder, Divi, or Gutenberg) and set that page as your site’s 404 template.
Instead of using a generic and bland 404 error page, you can now use your creativity to design an engaging and user-friendly page to guide visitors when they land on non-existent or broken links. Simply design a page like you would for any other page on your site, and select it from the plugin’s settings page to set it as your custom 404 page.
How It Works:
- Design Your 404 Page: Create a custom page using any page builder or WordPress editor.
- Set It As the 404 Page: In the plugin’s settings, select the page you’ve created and save the settings.
- Enjoy Your New 404 Page: When visitors land on a broken or non-existent URL, they will see your beautifully designed custom 404 page.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/404-designer directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Go to the Settings > 404 Designer page in the WordPress admin to select your custom 404 page.
Frequently asked questions
Which page builders are compatible with this plugin?
The plugin is compatible with all major page builders, including: Elementor Gutenberg Beaver Builder Divi Builder WPBakery Page Builder And more.
How do I set my custom 404 page?
After activating the plugin, go to Settings > 404 Designer and search for the page you designed. Select it from the dropdown and save the changes. That’s it!
Does this plugin work with any theme?
Yes, it works with all WordPress themes.
What if I want to use a different page as my 404 template later?
You can change the 404 template at any time by going back to the plugin’s settings and selecting a different page.
Changelog
1.2.3
- Tested with WordPress 7.0
1.2.2
- Sanitize register setting.
1.2.1
- Security improvements.
1.1
- Initial release.
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FAQ
404 Designer: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is 404 Designer free?
Yes. 404 Designer is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is 404 Designer safe to use in 2026?
404 Designer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 52/100 on our health check.
How many websites use 404 Designer?
404 Designer is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,715 times since it launched in November 2024. It was downloaded 94 times in the last 30 days.
Does 404 Designer work with WordPress 7.1?
404 Designer is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does 404 Designer need?
404 Designer requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was 404 Designer last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.3, was released on May 28, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes 404 Designer?
404 Designer is developed and maintained by Hamza Mairaj.
What are the best alternatives to 404 Designer?
The most popular alternatives to 404 Designer are Redirection (2M+ installs), Broken Link Checker by AIOS… (300K+ installs) and Smart Custom 404 Error Page (100K+ installs).
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