# ChildForge Child Theme Builder

> ChildForge Child Theme Builder has <10 active installs and 61 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ChildForge Child Theme Builder works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**Create WordPress child themes from the admin with enhanced generation controls.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 221
- **Downloads (30 days):** 61 (-22.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 22, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Kirtikumar Solanki (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/solankisoftware/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/childforge-child-theme-builder/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [appearance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/appearance/) | #23 | 25 |
| [child theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/child-theme/) | #19 | 20 |
| [child theme generate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/child-theme-generate/) | #1 | 1 |
| [generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/generator/) | >100 | 143 |
| [theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/theme/) | >100 | 282 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| appearance | >100 | 6,469 |
| child theme | >100 | 1,670 |
| child theme generate | #62 | 393 |
| generator | >100 | 3,435 |
| theme | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Editor Menu and Widget Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/editor-menu-and-widget-access/) | 7K+ | 4.8/5 (24) | Jun 2, 2021 | 45/100 |
| 2 | [Faster Appearance – Menus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/faster-appearance-menus/) | 200+ | 4.9/5 (29) | Aug 20, 2013 | 43/100 |
| 3 | [Styles: TwentyFifteen](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/styles-twentyfifteen/) | 100+ | — | Apr 6, 2016 | 25/100 |
| 4 | [Global Javascript](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/global-javascript/) | 100+ | 3.5/5 (2) | Mar 12, 2013 | 28/100 |
| 5 | [Improved Simpler CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/imporved-simpler-css/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | May 3, 2013 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Editor Theme Options](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/editor-theme-options/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Apr 17, 2014 | 32/100 |
| 7 | [Scrollbar Designer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scrollbar-designer/) | 100+ | 4.6/5 (8) | Oct 27, 2015 | 35/100 |
| 8 | [Customizer Hide Menu](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-customizer-hide-menu/) | 80+ | — | Aug 19, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 9 | [Add Background-Size to Customizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-background-size-to-customizer/) | 50+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 26, 2015 | 32/100 |
| 10 | [Restore Customizer Menu for FSE Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/restore-customizer-menu-for-fse-themes/) | 40+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 29, 2025 | 40/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is ChildForge Child Theme Builder free?
Yes. ChildForge Child Theme Builder is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is ChildForge Child Theme Builder safe to use in 2026?
ChildForge Child Theme Builder works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ChildForge Child Theme Builder?
ChildForge Child Theme Builder is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 221 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ChildForge Child Theme Builder work with WordPress 7.1?
ChildForge Child Theme Builder 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 ChildForge Child Theme Builder need?
ChildForge Child Theme Builder requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ChildForge Child Theme Builder last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on August 22, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes ChildForge Child Theme Builder?
ChildForge Child Theme Builder is developed and maintained by Kirtikumar Solanki.

### What are the best alternatives to ChildForge Child Theme Builder?
The most popular alternatives to ChildForge Child Theme Builder are Editor Menu and Widget Acce… (7K+ installs), Faster Appearance – Menus (200+ installs) and Styles: TwentyFifteen (100+ installs).


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