# AccessType

> AccessType has <10 active installs and 60 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** AccessType shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Accesstype manages subscriptions, adds metered and hard paywall, with onetime and recurring subscription plans for continuous content monetization.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,911
- **Downloads (30 days):** 60 (+46.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.5
- **Last updated:** Nov 17, 2021
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.8.18
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.4.0+, PHP 5.6.20+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Quintype (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/accesstype/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/accesstype/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Free](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/free/) | #68 | 70 |
| [metered paywall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/metered-paywall/) | #3 | 4 |
| [paywall](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/paywall/) | #60 | 81 |
| [subscription management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/subscription-management/) | #12 | 16 |
| [subscriptions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/subscriptions/) | >100 | 154 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Free | >100 | 10,000 |
| metered paywall | #15 | 16 |
| paywall | >100 | 393 |
| subscription management | >100 | 1,911 |
| subscriptions | >100 | 5,392 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Ultimate Blocks – 25+ Gutenberg Blocks for Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-blocks/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (729) | Sep 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 2 | [Setmore](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/setmore-appointments/) | 4K+ | 2.5/5 (4) | Aug 21, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 3 | [Conekta Payment Gateway](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conekta-payment-gateway/) | 2K+ | 3.5/5 (6) | Sep 21, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 4 | [Slideshow SE](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/slideshow-se/) | 2K+ | 4.9/5 (8) | Aug 23, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 5 | [WP Free SSL](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-free-ssl/) | 1K+ | 4.7/5 (23) | Jul 27, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [Import Shopify To WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/import-shopify-to-wp/) | 900+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 16, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 7 | [Events Manager – OpenStreetMaps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stonehenge-em-osm/) | 600+ | 4.8/5 (25) | Mar 16, 2022 | 43/100 |
| 8 | [Linked Variations for WooCommerce – Link Separate Products by Attribute with Swatches, Quick View & Shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/linked-variation/) | 400+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Jun 22, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [Powie's WHOIS Domain Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/powies-whois/) | 400+ | 4/5 (10) | Oct 6, 2024 | 35/100 |
| 10 | [WPAdmin AWS CDN](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aws-cdn-by-wpadmin/) | 400+ | 4.7/5 (53) | Feb 12, 2026 | 58/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AccessType free?
Yes. AccessType is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AccessType safe to use in 2026?
AccessType shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AccessType?
AccessType is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,911 times since it launched in September 2020. It was downloaded 60 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AccessType work with WordPress 7.1?
AccessType is officially tested up to WordPress 5.8.18, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does AccessType need?
AccessType requires PHP 5.6.20 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AccessType last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.5, was released on November 17, 2021 (5 years ago).

### Who makes AccessType?
AccessType is developed and maintained by Quintype.

### What are the best alternatives to AccessType?
The most popular alternatives to AccessType are Ultimate Blocks (50K+ installs), Setmore (4K+ installs) and Conekta Payment Gateway (2K+ installs).


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