# Allow2

> Allow2 has <10 active installs and 74 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Allow2 shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,865
- **Downloads (30 days):** 74 (+39.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** May 7, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.9.4+, PHP 7.0.27+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** allow2 (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/allow2/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/allow2/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [child](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/child/) | #21 | 21 |
| [children](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/children/) | #14 | 15 |
| [control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/control/) | #31 | 34 |
| [controls](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/controls/) | #5 | 6 |
| [freedom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/freedom/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| child | >100 | 2,297 |
| children | >100 | 529 |
| control | >100 | 10,000 |
| controls | >100 | 10,000 |
| freedom | >100 | 437 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Child Theme Configurator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-configurator/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (280) | Jun 10, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 2 | [Child Themify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-themify/) | 6K+ | 4.2/5 (42) | Jan 30, 2018 | 42/100 |
| 3 | [WPS Child Theme Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wps-child-theme-generator/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 14, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 4 | [SureFeedback Client Site](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/projecthuddle-child-site/) | 5K+ | 4/5 (39) | Aug 25, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 5 | [Gecka Submenu](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gecka-submenu/) | 2K+ | 4.1/5 (16) | Nov 28, 2017 | 36/100 |
| 6 | [Child Theme Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-check/) | 800+ | 5/5 (8) | May 31, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 7 | [Remove Parents](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/remove-parents/) | 100+ | — | Sep 27, 2007 | 25/100 |
| 8 | [Category Parent Children Selector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/category-parent-children-selector/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 10, 2014 | 32/100 |
| 9 | [PS Sub-pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pssubpages/) | 100+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 25, 2013 | 40/100 |
| 10 | [Child Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-themes/) | 60+ | 2.5/5 (2) | Nov 1, 2017 | 25/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Allow2 free?
Yes. Allow2 is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Allow2 safe to use in 2026?
Allow2 shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Allow2?
Allow2 is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,865 times since it launched in April 2018. It was downloaded 74 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Allow2 work with WordPress 7.1?
Allow2 is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Allow2 need?
Allow2 requires PHP 7.0.27 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Allow2 last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on May 7, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes Allow2?
Allow2 is developed and maintained by allow2.

### What are the best alternatives to Allow2?
The most popular alternatives to Allow2 are Child Theme Configurator (300K+ installs), Child Themify (6K+ installs) and WPS Child Theme Generator (6K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/allow2/ · Generated 2026-10-07 04:01 UTC by PageForge