ChildMaker AI
Create child themes quickly and easily from your WordPress admin panel — clean, simple, and safe.
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.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Needs PHP 8.2.4 or newer
How does it stack up?
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where ChildMaker AI stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| child theme | >100 |
| child theme generator | #69 |
| site-builder | >100 |
| theme creator | >100 |
| theme development | >100 |
About ChildMaker AI
From the official readme · v1.3.0Description
ChildMaker AI lets you create a child theme from any installed theme with just a few clicks. It’s ideal for beginners and developers who want a fast and intuitive way to generate child themes without touching code.
- No configuration required
- Clean code output (style.css, functions.php, screenshot.png)
- Limited to 3 child themes in this free version
- Designed for performance and simplicity
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder via the WordPress admin or FTP.
- Activate the plugin via the “Plugins” menu.
- Go to the ChildMaker AI tab in your dashboard and choose a parent theme.
- Click “Create” — and you’re done!
Frequently asked questions
Is the generated child theme SEO-friendly?
Yes. ChildMaker AI creates a standard WordPress child theme without modifying your website’s content, metadata, or SEO settings. Your SEO configuration remains managed by WordPress, your parent theme, and your SEO plugins.
Is ChildMaker AI compatible with WordPress Multisite?
Yes. ChildMaker AI can be used in WordPress Multisite. Child themes are created at the network level and can then be enabled for the appropriate sites through the Network Admin.
Will this work with any theme?
Yes — it works with any properly coded WordPress theme that supports child theming.
How many child themes can I create?
This free version allows up to 3 child themes. To learn more, visit our site
Changelog
Structural improvements (enqueue the chmkr-admin-style.css by versions). No impact on existing functionality.
1.3.0
- Tested with WordPress 7.1.
- Added DEV-IA as the author of generated child themes.
- Added version information to generated child theme metadata.
1.2.0
- Replacing filemtime by version on the chmkr_enqueue_admin_styles function of the class-childmaker-ai.php file to better performance.
- No functional changes for users — all features remain intact.
1.0.0
- Initial release — supports up to 3 child themes.
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FAQ
ChildMaker AI: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
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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