# CMC Hook

> CMC Hook has <10 active installs and 47 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** CMC Hook shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Register php functions to hooks(action and filter), run php codes safely, create and test plugins all from dashboard tools**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,832
- **Downloads (30 days):** 47 (+113.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.6
- **Last updated:** Jul 24, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.8.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Edem (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/lovnic/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/cmc-hook/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [css](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/css/) | >100 | 354 |
| [custom filters](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-filters/) | #1 | 1 |
| [javascript](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/javascript/) | >100 | 274 |
| [php](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/php/) | >100 | 147 |
| [shortcode generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode-generator/) | #5 | 5 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| css | >100 | 10,000 |
| custom filters | >100 | 10,000 |
| javascript | >100 | 10,000 |
| php | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcode generator | >100 | 1,567 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPCode – Insert Headers and Footers + Custom Code Snippets – WordPress Code Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/insert-headers-and-footers/) | 3M+ | 4.9/5 (1,900) | Aug 27, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [Code Snippets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/code-snippets/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (509) | Sep 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 4 | [Blocks Animation: CSS Animations for Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blocks-animation/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (70) | Sep 29, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Widget CSS Classes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-css-classes/) | 80K+ | 4.9/5 (74) | Nov 12, 2024 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [Simple CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-css/) | 80K+ | 4.9/5 (60) | Sep 15, 2025 | 58/100 |
| 7 | [WP Add Custom CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-add-custom-css/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (89) | Aug 14, 2025 | 56/100 |
| 8 | [Clear Cache for Me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clear-cache-for-widgets/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (29) | Jun 18, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 9 | [WP-SCSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-scss/) | 40K+ | 4.3/5 (61) | Mar 2, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 10 | [Visual CSS Style Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yellow-pencil-visual-theme-customizer/) | 30K+ | 4.1/5 (90) | Aug 23, 2026 | 83/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is CMC Hook safe to use in 2026?
CMC Hook shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use CMC Hook?
CMC Hook is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,832 times since it launched in April 2017. It was downloaded 47 times in the last 30 days.

### Does CMC Hook work with WordPress 7.1?
CMC Hook is officially tested up to WordPress 4.8.33, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was CMC Hook last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.6, was released on July 24, 2017 (9 years ago).

### Who makes CMC Hook?
CMC Hook is developed and maintained by Edem.

### What are the best alternatives to CMC Hook?
The most popular alternatives to CMC Hook are WPCode (3M+ installs), Code Snippets (1M+ installs) and Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cmc-hook/ · Generated 2026-10-06 23:25 UTC by PageForge