API REST Posts
API REST Posts adds two public REST API endpoints for listing recent posts:
Use with caution
API REST Posts works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 57/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where API REST Posts stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| categories | >100 |
| excerpts | >100 |
| latest posts | >100 |
| posts | >100 |
| rest-api | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About API REST Posts
From the official readme · v1.2Description
API REST Posts adds two public REST API endpoints for listing recent posts:
- Latest posts from a specific category.
- Latest posts from the whole site.
The plugin settings page lets site administrators configure the date format and the number of words returned in each excerpt. Each post response also includes category data.
Privacy
This plugin does not collect or store user data, does not set cookies, and does not connect to third-party services.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory, or install it from the WordPress plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
- Go to Settings > API REST Posts to configure the date format and excerpt word limit.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get latest posts by category?
Use this endpoint and replace 1 with the category ID and 3 with the number of posts to return: https://example.com/wp-json/last-post/v2/category/1/numberposts/3
How do I get latest posts from the whole site?
Use this endpoint and replace 3 with the number of posts to return: https://example.com/wp-json/last-post/v2/numberposts/3
Does this plugin collect personal data?
No. The plugin does not collect, store, or send personal data to third parties.
Changelog
1.2
- Added category data to each REST API post response.
1.1
- Added settings sanitization and escaped admin output.
- Added safe defaults for unsaved settings.
- Updated REST route registration with explicit public permissions.
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FAQ
API REST Posts: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is API REST Posts free?
Yes. API REST Posts is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is API REST Posts safe to use in 2026?
API REST Posts works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 57/100 on our health check.
How many websites use API REST Posts?
API REST Posts is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,818 times since it launched in February 2020. It was downloaded 94 times in the last 30 days.
Does API REST Posts work with WordPress 7.1?
API REST Posts is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does API REST Posts need?
API REST Posts requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was API REST Posts last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on July 1, 2026 (3 months ago).
Who makes API REST Posts?
API REST Posts is developed and maintained by Miguel Fuentes.
What are the best alternatives to API REST Posts?
The most popular alternatives to API REST Posts are List category posts (80K+ installs), Media Library Assistant (70K+ installs) and Tag, Category, and Taxonomy… (40K+ installs).
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