# ChildMaker AI

> ChildMaker AI has <10 active installs and 61 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ChildMaker AI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Create child themes quickly and easily from your WordPress admin panel — clean, simple, and safe.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 704
- **Downloads (30 days):** 61 (-19.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.3.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 20, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2.2+, PHP 8.2.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Javier A. D. Castillo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/javicastilowp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/childmaker-ai/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [child theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/child-theme/) | #18 | 20 |
| [child theme generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/child-theme-generator/) | #3 | 3 |
| [site-builder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/site-builder/) | #13 | 13 |
| [theme creator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/theme-creator/) | #2 | 2 |
| [theme development](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/theme-development/) | #11 | 15 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| child theme | >100 | 1,670 |
| child theme generator | #69 | 156 |
| site-builder | >100 | 6,881 |
| theme creator | >100 | 952 |
| theme development | >100 | 3,523 |

## 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 | [WP Child Theme Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-child-theme-generator/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (19) | Sep 21, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 3 | [Child Theme Creator by Orbisius](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/orbisius-child-theme-creator/) | 10K+ | 4/5 (44) | Dec 10, 2024 | 45/100 |
| 4 | [Child Theme Wizard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-wizard/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (36) | Jun 22, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Generate Child Theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/generate-child-theme/) | 9K+ | 4.3/5 (15) | May 27, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 6 | [Childify Me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/childify-me/) | 8K+ | 4.6/5 (32) | Nov 27, 2024 | 36/100 |
| 7 | [Quick Child Theme Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quick-child-theme-generator/) | 800+ | 5/5 (5) | Dec 3, 2022 | 39/100 |
| 8 | [Child Theme Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-check/) | 700+ | 5/5 (8) | May 31, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 9 | [Child Theme Copy Settings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-copy-settings/) | 100+ | 5/5 (9) | May 13, 2019 | 37/100 |
| 10 | [Inherit Theme Mods](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/inherit-theme-mods/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 9, 2016 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ChildMaker AI safe to use in 2026?
ChildMaker AI works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ChildMaker AI?
ChildMaker AI is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 704 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ChildMaker AI work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested ChildMaker AI up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2.2 or newer.

### What PHP version does ChildMaker AI need?
ChildMaker AI requires PHP 8.2.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ChildMaker AI last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on August 20, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes ChildMaker AI?
ChildMaker AI is developed and maintained by Javier A. D. Castillo.

### What are the best alternatives to ChildMaker AI?
The most popular alternatives to ChildMaker AI are Child Theme Configurator (300K+ installs), WP Child Theme Generator (20K+ installs) and Child Theme Creator by Orbi… (10K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/childmaker-ai/ · Generated 2026-09-28 18:38 UTC by PageForge