# Advanced Download Box

> Advanced Download Box has 20+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 80 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 40/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Advanced Download Box shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.

**Advanced Download Box is a powerful and flexible plugin that allows you to add professional-looking download boxes to any post or page. Gone are the days of simple, unstyled links. With an intuitive settings panel, you…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 763
- **Downloads (30 days):** 80 (+128.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 40/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** Jul 21, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.11
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.2+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ali Zarei (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/alixzarei/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/advanced-download-box/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/download/) | #62 | 159 |
| [download box](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/download-box/) | #1 | 2 |
| [download button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/download-button/) | #6 | 10 |
| [files](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/files/) | #42 | 105 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,421 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| download | >100 | 10,000 |
| download box | #27 | 4,674 |
| download button | >100 | 9,562 |
| files | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Download Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/download-plugin/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (26) | Jul 27, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 2 | [Export Media Library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/export-media-library/) | 30K+ | 4.9/5 (48) | Apr 5, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 3 | [Download Plugins and Themes in ZIP from Dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/download-plugins-dashboard/) | 30K+ | 4.9/5 (27) | Jul 24, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 4 | [Simple Download Monitor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-download-monitor/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (157) | Sep 11, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 5 | [Easy Media Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-media-download/) | 9K+ | 4/5 (28) | Aug 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 6 | [Download Attachments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/download-attachments/) | 8K+ | 4.5/5 (46) | May 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 7 | [Email Before Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-before-download/) | 5K+ | 4.3/5 (44) | Jun 17, 2024 | 51/100 |
| 8 | [Media Library Downloader](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/media-library-downloader/) | 5K+ | 4.8/5 (8) | Jul 30, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 9 | [PDF Forms Filler for CF7](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-forms-for-contact-form-7/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (13) | Apr 2, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 10 | [Lana Downloads Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lana-downloads-manager/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (16) | Dec 15, 2025 | 59/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Advanced Download Box safe to use in 2026?
Advanced Download Box shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 40/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Advanced Download Box?
Advanced Download Box is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 763 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 80 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Advanced Download Box work with WordPress 7.1?
Advanced Download Box is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Advanced Download Box need?
Advanced Download Box requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Advanced Download Box last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on July 21, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Advanced Download Box?
Advanced Download Box is developed and maintained by Ali Zarei.

### What are the best alternatives to Advanced Download Box?
The most popular alternatives to Advanced Download Box are Download Plugin (60K+ installs), Export Media Library (30K+ installs) and Download Plugins and Themes… (30K+ installs).


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