# AppToday RSS Widget

> AppToday RSS Widget has <10 active installs and 69 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** AppToday RSS Widget shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**This WordPress plug-in parses latest Apple iTunes RSS feed for iOS apps and display them in a widget**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,597
- **Downloads (30 days):** 69 (+19% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Sep 4, 2019
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.2.29
- **Requires:** PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** WinstonT (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/winstein2300/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/apptoday-rss-widget/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [apple](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/apple/) | #20 | 22 |
| [apps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/apps/) | #13 | 15 |
| [AppToday](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/apptoday/) | #1 | 1 |
| [itunes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/itunes/) | #20 | 22 |
| [rss](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rss/) | >100 | 364 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| apple | >100 | 1,187 |
| apps | >100 | 6,006 |
| AppToday | #1 | 1 |
| itunes | #72 | 118 |
| rss | >100 | 1,749 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Podcast Subscribe Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/podcast-subscribe-buttons/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (11) | Oct 13, 2025 | 56/100 |
| 2 | [Publish To Apple News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/publish-to-apple-news/) | 4K+ | 3.8/5 (25) | Jul 29, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 3 | [Smart App Banner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-app-banner/) | 600+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Mar 23, 2024 | 33/100 |
| 4 | [iTunes Link Engine](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/itunes-link-engine/) | 100+ | 4/5 (4) | Apr 8, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 5 | [Connect to Apple Music](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/connect-to-apple-music/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 26, 2019 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Sign In With Socials (Google, Apple, Microsoft)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sign-in-with-essentials/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Apr 5, 2025 | 35/100 |
| 7 | [WP Podcasts Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-podcasts-manager/) | 60+ | 3/5 (2) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 8 | [Booktrope – Counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/booktrope-counter/) | 20+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 19, 2013 | 31/100 |
| 9 | [Apple Meta Tags](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/apple-meta-tags/) | 20+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Jan 16, 2014 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [Widget iTunes Feed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-itunes-feed/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 17, 2022 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is AppToday RSS Widget safe to use in 2026?
AppToday RSS Widget shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AppToday RSS Widget?
AppToday RSS Widget is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,597 times since it launched in September 2019. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AppToday RSS Widget work with WordPress 7.1?
AppToday RSS Widget is officially tested up to WordPress 5.2.29, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does AppToday RSS Widget need?
AppToday RSS Widget requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AppToday RSS Widget last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on September 4, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes AppToday RSS Widget?
AppToday RSS Widget is developed and maintained by WinstonT.

### What are the best alternatives to AppToday RSS Widget?
The most popular alternatives to AppToday RSS Widget are Podcast Subscribe Buttons (4K+ installs), Publish To Apple News (4K+ installs) and Smart App Banner (600+ installs).


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