# Codegear Starter

> Codegear Starter has 50+ active installs and 204 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 28/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Codegear Starter shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

**Import CodeGearThemes official themes Starter site content, widgets and theme settings with just one click.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Total downloads:** 8,980
- **Downloads (30 days):** 204 (+21.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 28/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.3.4
- **Last updated:** May 8, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.1+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** codegearthemes (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/codegearthemes/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/codegear-starter/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [import](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/import/) | >100 | 404 |
| [sites](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sites/) | #6 | 16 |
| [starter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/starter/) | #2 | 5 |
| [starter templates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/starter-templates/) | #5 | 14 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| import | >100 | 7,712 |
| sites | >100 | 10,000 |
| starter | >100 | 984 |
| starter templates | >100 | 591 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [One Click Demo Import](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/one-click-demo-import/) | 1M+ | 4.3/5 (79) | Apr 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 2 | [Widget Importer & Exporter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-importer-exporter/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (117) | May 23, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 3 | [Customizer Export/Import](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/customizer-export-import/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (115) | Jun 16, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [Search & Replace](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/search-and-replace/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (283) | Aug 26, 2024 | 35/100 |
| 5 | [Add From Server](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-from-server/) | 60K+ | 4.6/5 (239) | Dec 11, 2020 | 46/100 |
| 6 | [Import / Export Customizer Settings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/astra-import-export/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (6) | Aug 24, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Media Sync](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/media-sync/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (86) | Aug 15, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 8 | [WP Import Export Lite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-import-export-lite/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (113) | Sep 12, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 9 | [aThemes Starter Sites](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/athemes-starter-sites/) | 40K+ | 2/5 (2) | Aug 6, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 10 | [Rara One Click Demo Import](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rara-one-click-demo-import/) | 20K+ | 2.7/5 (7) | Sep 9, 2026 | 72/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Codegear Starter safe to use in 2026?
Codegear Starter shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Codegear Starter?
Codegear Starter is active on 50+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,980 times since it launched in May 2022. It was downloaded 204 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Codegear Starter work with WordPress 7.1?
Codegear Starter is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Codegear Starter need?
Codegear Starter requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Codegear Starter last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.4, was released on May 8, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Codegear Starter?
Codegear Starter is developed and maintained by codegearthemes.

### What are the best alternatives to Codegear Starter?
The most popular alternatives to Codegear Starter are One Click Demo Import (1M+ installs), Widget Importer & Exporter (200K+ installs) and Customizer Export/Import (100K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/codegear-starter/ · Generated 2026-10-12 10:11 UTC by PageForge