# ArtistPress

> ArtistPress has 10+ active installs, a 2/5 rating from 1 reviews and 78 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ArtistPress works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 2/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**ArtistPress is a easy to use, flexible and free WordPress plugin for artists. You can use the built-in shortcodes to create a professional artist bio page, show listing, and photo galleries without any code.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 6,748
- **Downloads (30 days):** 78 (-37.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 2/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.5.4
- **Last updated:** Aug 16, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Tim Scheman (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/tim-scheman/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/artistpress/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [bands](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/bands/) | #5 | 7 |
| [gallery](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gallery/) | >100 | 762 |
| [playlists](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/playlists/) | #4 | 4 |
| [shows](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shows/) | #6 | 7 |
| [venues](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/venues/) | #2 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| bands | #25 | 350 |
| gallery | >100 | 4,355 |
| playlists | >100 | 585 |
| shows | >100 | 10,000 |
| venues | >100 | 447 |

## Version adoption

- 1.5: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Simple Popup Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-popup-plugin/) | 1K+ | 4.9/5 (12) | Oct 1, 2024 | 39/100 |
| 2 | [Better Bandsintown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-bandsintown/) | 200+ | — | Feb 21, 2015 | 26/100 |
| 3 | [Musopress Discography](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/musopress-discography/) | 90+ | 4.6/5 (5) | Feb 12, 2012 | 35/100 |
| 4 | [tf Song List](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tf-song-list/) | 20+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Jul 16, 2014 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [BLR Backline](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blr-backline/) | <10 | — | Aug 10, 2026 | 48/100 |
| 7 | [GigRoute Events](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gigroute-events/) | <10 | — | Oct 1, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ArtistPress safe to use in 2026?
ArtistPress works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 2/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ArtistPress?
ArtistPress is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,748 times since it launched in October 2017. It was downloaded 78 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ArtistPress work with WordPress 7.1?
ArtistPress is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does ArtistPress need?
ArtistPress requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ArtistPress last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.4, was released on August 16, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes ArtistPress?
ArtistPress is developed and maintained by Tim Scheman.

### What are the best alternatives to ArtistPress?
The most popular alternatives to ArtistPress are Simple Popup Plugin (1K+ installs), Better Bandsintown (200+ installs) and Musopress Discography (90+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/artistpress/ · Generated 2026-10-13 23:10 UTC by PageForge