ACF to WP-API
Puts all ACF fields from posts, pages, custom post types, comments, attachments and taxonomy terms, into the WP-API output under the ‘acf’ key. Creates a new /option endpoint returning options (requires ACF Options Page…
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ACF to WP-API shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (400+ active installs)
- No update in 9 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where ACF to WP-API stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| acf | >100 |
| api | >100 |
| wp-api | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 5 reviews
About ACF to WP-API
From the official readme · v1.4.0Description
Puts all ACF fields from posts, pages, custom post types, comments, attachments and taxonomy terms, into the WP-API output under the ‘acf’ key. Creates a new /option endpoint returning options (requires ACF Options Page plugin).
Changelog
1.4.0
- Compatibility improvements for WordPress 4.7
1.3.3
- Compatibility fix for V2.0Beta9
1.3.2
- Adds support for custom post types when using v2 of the REST API
1.3.1
- Fix to support PHP < 5.4
1.3.0
- Add support for v2 of WP-API
- Restructure of much of the code, adding documentation throughout
- Add an additional endpoint for requesting single option values
- Tested with WordPress 4.3.0
1.2.1
- Tested with WordPress 4.2.1
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Is ACF to WP-API free?
Yes. ACF to WP-API is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is ACF to WP-API safe to use in 2026?
ACF to WP-API shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.
How many websites use ACF to WP-API?
ACF to WP-API is active on 400+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 49,932 times since it launched in March 2015. It was downloaded 208 times in the last 30 days.
Does ACF to WP-API work with WordPress 7.1?
ACF to WP-API is officially tested up to WordPress 4.7.37, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was ACF to WP-API last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on April 11, 2017 (9 years ago).
Who makes ACF to WP-API?
ACF to WP-API is developed and maintained by Chris Hutchinson.
What are the best alternatives to ACF to WP-API?
The most popular alternatives to ACF to WP-API are Advanced Custom Fields (ACF… (2M+ installs), ACF Content Analysis for Yo… (100K+ installs) and Advanced Custom Fields: Ext… (100K+ installs).
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