# Admin UI Simplificator

> Admin UI Simplificator has 10+ active installs, a 4/5 rating from 2 reviews and 86 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 27/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Admin UI Simplificator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 27/100 on our health check.

**The plugin simplifies the WordPress admin user interface by hiding most of the WordPress menus.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 8,865
- **Downloads (30 days):** 86 (+62.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 27/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.5
- **Last updated:** Jan 6, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.1.42
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.6.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Svetoslav Marinov (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/lordspace/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/admin-ui-simplificator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [admin ui](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/admin-ui/) | #3 | 11 |
| [simple](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/simple/) | #61 | 177 |
| [simplificator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/simplificator/) | #1 | 1 |
| [ux](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ux/) | #22 | 47 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| admin ui | >100 | 8,412 |
| simple | >100 | 10,000 |
| simplificator | #1 | 1 |
| ux | >100 | 2,450 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [AboveWP Admin Dark Mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/abovewp-admin-dark-mode/) | 90+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 4, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 2 | [Ultimo WP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimo-wp/) | 80+ | 4.2/5 (5) | Jul 15, 2016 | 34/100 |
| 4 | [WP Admin Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-admin-buttons/) | 10+ | — | Feb 1, 2015 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [Admin Pro](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-pro/) | 10+ | 3/5 (1) | Oct 25, 2018 | 24/100 |
| 6 | [Presskopp Admin Background](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/presskopp-admin-background/) | <10 | — | May 22, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 7 | [VanNhan AI Assistant Admin Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vannhan-ai-assistant-admin-tools/) | <10 | — | Jul 18, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 8 | [Thisismyurl Dashboard Notice Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/thisismyurl-dashboard-notice-control/) | <10 | — | Aug 14, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 9 | [Featured Image Add in Admin Column](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/featured-image-add-in-admin-column/) | <10 | 5/5 (4) | Mar 25, 2026 | 43/100 |
| 10 | [Glassmorphic Admin UI](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/glassmorphic-admin-ui/) | <10 | — | Jun 14, 2023 | 21/100 |
| 11 | [WPGreeks CPT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpgreeks-cpt/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Dec 2, 2025 | 43/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Admin UI Simplificator safe to use in 2026?
Admin UI Simplificator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 27/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Admin UI Simplificator?
Admin UI Simplificator is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,865 times since it launched in August 2012. It was downloaded 86 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Admin UI Simplificator work with WordPress 7.1?
Admin UI Simplificator is officially tested up to WordPress 4.1.42, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Admin UI Simplificator last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.5, was released on January 6, 2015 (12 years ago).

### Who makes Admin UI Simplificator?
Admin UI Simplificator is developed and maintained by Svetoslav Marinov.

### What are the best alternatives to Admin UI Simplificator?
The most popular alternatives to Admin UI Simplificator are AboveWP Admin Dark Mode (90+ installs), Ultimo WP (80+ installs) and WP Admin Buttons (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-ui-simplificator/ · Generated 2026-10-10 08:12 UTC by PageForge