Codegear Starter
Import CodeGearThemes official themes Starter site content, widgets and theme settings with just one click.
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.
- Small user base (50+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.6 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Codegear Starter stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| import | >100 |
| sites | >100 |
| starter | >100 |
| starter templates | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Codegear Starter
From the official readme · v1.3.4Description
Import Codegear Themes official themes starter content, widgets and theme settings with just one click.
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Notes
- The plugin makes a call to our server remotely to import Starter site content.
Requirements
- WordPress 4.7 or later.
- Codegear Themes Official Themes.
Installation
Installation
- Install the plugin either via the WordPress.org plugin directory, or by uploading the files to your server (in the /wp-content/plugins/ directory).
- Activate the Codegear Starter plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
Automatic installation
Automatic installation is the easiest option as WordPress handles the file transfers itself and you don’t need to leave your web browser. To do an automatic install of Codegear Starter, log in to your WordPress dashboard, navigate to the Plugins menu and click Add New.
In the search field type “Codegear Starter” and click Search Plugins. Once you’ve found our demo importer plugin you can view details about it such as the the point release, rating and description. Most importantly of course, you can install it by simply clicking “Install Now”.
Manual installation
The manual installation method involves downloading our demo importer plugin and uploading it to your webserver via your favourite FTP application. The WordPress codex contains instructions on how to do this here.
Updating
Automatic updates should work like a charm; as always though, ensure you backup your site just in case.
Frequently asked questions
Will this Codegear Starter plugin work with my theme?
The starter sites are built using Acoustics, Cosme. We suggest picking your favourite and using that.
Are there any FREE starter sites?
You will get several FREE pre-made websites. There are many more premium starters that can be accessed when you purchase our PRO version.
Can I import a starter site on an existing website?
It is recommended to install and import a website demo on a fresh WordPress installation or a blank website to avoid overriding settings and page design. However, a page template can be imported on an existing website as well.
Do I need to install any other plugin before importing a starter site?
All you need to do is install the Codegear Starter plugin and select the website demo you wish to import. This step will install and activate the necessary plugins.
Will you add more starter sites?
Yes, of course! We are working on many more free and pro starter demos.
Changelog
1.3.4 (Released: January 30, 2024)
- [New] Import bug fix.
1.3.3 (Released: October 06, 2024)
- [New] Template updated
1.3.2 (Released: September 20, 2024)
- [New] Template updated
1.3.1 (Released: September 19, 2024)
- [Update] Import optimization
1.3.0 (Released: July 12, 2024)
- [Fix] Minor issue fixes
1.2.9 (Released: January 15, 2024)
- [New] Law Firm Starter template
- [New] Legal Service Starter template
- [New] Wellness Yoga Starter template
- [Fix] Premium starter template import fix
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FAQ
Codegear Starter: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 11, 2026
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 8,969 times since it launched in May 2022. It was downloaded 206 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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