# ACF Pro JSON Sync

> ACF Pro JSON Sync has 60+ active installs and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** ACF Pro JSON Sync shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 4,887
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (+25.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Jan 5, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.0.38
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** sgengler (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/sgengler/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/acf-pro-sync/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [advanced](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/advanced/) | #16 | 47 |
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | >100 | 306 |
| [custom field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-field/) | #32 | 74 |
| [field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/field/) | #30 | 62 |
| [simple fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/simple-fields/) | #2 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| advanced | >100 | 10,000 |
| custom | >100 | 10,000 |
| custom field | >100 | 10,000 |
| field | >100 | 10,000 |
| simple fields | >100 | 6,912 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Advanced Rich Text Tools for Gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-rich-text-tools/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (20) | Feb 27, 2019 | 44/100 |
| 2 | [WordPress Beta Tester](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wordpress-beta-tester/) | 2K+ | 4/5 (47) | Aug 13, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 3 | [oik](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/oik/) | 2K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Sep 5, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 4 | [Admin Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-search/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (18) | May 28, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 5 | [ONet Regenerate Thumbnails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/onet-regenerate-thumbnails/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (11) | Nov 28, 2017 | 37/100 |
| 6 | [Advanced Custom Fields – Location Field add-on](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields-location-field-add-on/) | 900+ | 5/5 (2) | Nov 28, 2017 | 34/100 |
| 7 | [Flexible Content Extended for Advanced Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-flexible-content-extended/) | 600+ | 5/5 (4) | Aug 24, 2022 | 34/100 |
| 8 | [Multiple Sidebars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multiple-sidebars/) | 600+ | 4.4/5 (8) | Apr 8, 2014 | 37/100 |
| 9 | [Global Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/global-custom-fields/) | 100+ | 5/5 (5) | Mar 24, 2021 | 37/100 |
| 10 | [Query Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/query-filter/) | 100+ | 1/5 (1) | Jul 25, 2015 | 20/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is ACF Pro JSON Sync free?
Yes. ACF Pro JSON Sync is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is ACF Pro JSON Sync safe to use in 2026?
ACF Pro JSON Sync shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ACF Pro JSON Sync?
ACF Pro JSON Sync is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,887 times since it launched in January 2015. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ACF Pro JSON Sync work with WordPress 7.1?
ACF Pro JSON Sync is officially tested up to WordPress 4.0.38, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was ACF Pro JSON Sync last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on January 5, 2015 (12 years ago).

### Who makes ACF Pro JSON Sync?
ACF Pro JSON Sync is developed and maintained by sgengler.

### What are the best alternatives to ACF Pro JSON Sync?
The most popular alternatives to ACF Pro JSON Sync are Advanced Rich Text Tools fo… (3K+ installs), WordPress Beta Tester (2K+ installs) and oik (2K+ installs).


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