Custom Post Listing
Create and manage dynamic post listings from any post type with flexible shortcodes, AJAX loading, and customizable grid layouts.
Use with caution
Custom Post Listing works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 2 weeks ago
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
- Needs PHP 8.1 or newer
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Custom Post Listing stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| cpt | >100 |
| custom listing | >100 |
| post grid | >100 |
| post listing | >100 |
| post loop | >100 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Custom Post Listing
From the official readme · v1.0.3Description
Custom Post Listing empowers you to easily create and manage shortcodes to display posts from any post type — including blog posts, portfolios, and WooCommerce products — with complete layout and design flexibility.
Whether you’re building a blog grid, a portfolio showcase, or a product catalog, this plugin gives you full control — no coding required.
🚀 Key Features
- Unlimited Shortcodes – Create and manage multiple post listing shortcodes with unique layouts and settings.
- Custom Post Type Support – Select and display posts from any post type — including your own custom ones.
- Flexible Display Options – Choose what to show: featured image, title, description/excerpt, post date, and buttons.
- Show or Hide Individual Fields – Featured image, title, description/excerpt, post date, and buttons.
- Drag & Manage Field Order – Easily reorder fields using drag-and-drop for full layout control.
- Responsive Column Layouts – Set the number of columns per row to create clean, modern grid layouts.
- AJAX-Powered Loading – Enjoy faster and smoother browsing with AJAX-based post loading.
- Lightweight & Developer-Friendly – Optimized for performance and easy integration into any WordPress theme.
🎯 Perfect For
- Blog post grids
- Portfolio listings
- WooCommerce product showcases
- Testimonials, team members, and more
💡 Why You’ll Love It
Custom Post Listing saves you hours of manual shortcode creation and template coding.
Build beautiful, flexible, and dynamic post listings right from the admin panel — and display them anywhere using a simple shortcode.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later. You are free to modify and redistribute it under the same license.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/directory, or install directly from the WordPress Plugins page. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Go to Custom Post Listing in your WordPress admin menu.
- Create a new shortcode and configure your display settings.
- Copy and paste the generated shortcode (e.g.
[cplist_ajax_post_list id="123"]) into any page or post.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this plugin with custom post types?
Yes, you can select any registered post type (including custom ones).
Does it support AJAX loading?
Yes! The plugin uses AJAX to load posts dynamically for better performance.
Can I customize the display layout?
Yes, you can customize columns, colors, and visibility of fields like title, image, date, etc.
Changelog
Initial release — create custom post listings with shortcode and AJAX support.
1.0.3
- Added show/hide options for individual fields (Featured Image, Title, Excerpt, Date, Read More button)
- Added drag & drop field ordering support
- Added custom color and basic style options
- Improved code security with better sanitization and escaping
- Minor UI improvements in shortcode generator
- Fixed small bugs and performance issues
1.0.2
- Fixed Generic function/class/define/namespace/option names
- Fixed Data Must be Sanitized, Escaped, and Validated
1.0.1
- Changed code as per plugin standart
- Changed plugin slug
1.0.0
- Initial release.
- Added shortcode generator for post listings.
- Included AJAX support for dynamic loading.
- Added customizable layout and style options.
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FAQ
Custom Post Listing: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 9, 2026
Is Custom Post Listing free?
Yes. Custom Post Listing is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Custom Post Listing safe to use in 2026?
Custom Post Listing works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Custom Post Listing?
Custom Post Listing is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 582 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 92 times in the last 30 days.
Does Custom Post Listing work with WordPress 7.1?
Custom Post Listing is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Custom Post Listing need?
Custom Post Listing requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Custom Post Listing last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on September 24, 2026 (2 weeks ago).
Who makes Custom Post Listing?
Custom Post Listing is developed and maintained by Maulik Makwana.
What are the best alternatives to Custom Post Listing?
The most popular alternatives to Custom Post Listing are MAS Static Content (10K+ installs), Post Types Unlimited (10K+ installs) and Sticky Posts – Switch (6K+ installs).
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