# CSS Share Buttons

> CSS Share Buttons has 20+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** CSS Share Buttons shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

**The CSS Share Buttons easily allows your blog to be shared. Speedup you site with this share plugin.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 3,874
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (+32.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Apr 28, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.5.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Purab (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/purab/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/css-share-buttons/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/button/) | #98 | 241 |
| [facebook](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/facebook/) | >100 | 386 |
| [google plus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-plus/) | #16 | 42 |
| [LinkedIn](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/linkedin/) | #38 | 73 |
| [twitter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/twitter/) | >100 | 469 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| button | >100 | 10,000 |
| facebook | >100 | 4,455 |
| google plus | >100 | 2,847 |
| LinkedIn | >100 | 1,474 |
| twitter | >100 | 3,809 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [AddQuicktag](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/addquicktag/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (44) | Oct 1, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [WP Edit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-edit/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (159) | Oct 15, 2018 | 43/100 |
| 3 | [Forget About Shortcode Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/forget-about-shortcode-buttons/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (69) | Nov 4, 2024 | 38/100 |
| 4 | [jQuery Pin It Button for Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jquery-pin-it-button-for-images/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (305) | Oct 1, 2020 | 45/100 |
| 5 | [Scroll Back To Top](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scroll-back-to-top/) | 10K+ | 4.2/5 (56) | Nov 28, 2017 | 43/100 |
| 6 | [Add to Cart Button Custom Text](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-to-cart-button-custom-text/) | 9K+ | 4.6/5 (12) | Nov 8, 2025 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [Custom Add To Cart Button for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-custom-add-to-cart-button/) | 9K+ | 3.9/5 (8) | Mar 24, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 8 | [Easy Media Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-media-download/) | 9K+ | 4/5 (28) | Aug 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 9 | [Magic Content & CTA Box Builder – Advanced Gutenberg Blocks for Flexible Page Sections, Headers, Buttons, Shape Dividers, and Layout Options](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/magic-content-box-lite/) | 5K+ | — | Dec 10, 2025 | 33/100 |
| 10 | [Back To The Top Button](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/back-to-the-top-button/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (27) | Aug 13, 2026 | 85/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is CSS Share Buttons free?
Yes. CSS Share Buttons is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is CSS Share Buttons safe to use in 2026?
CSS Share Buttons shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use CSS Share Buttons?
CSS Share Buttons is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,874 times since it launched in November 2014. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does CSS Share Buttons work with WordPress 7.1?
CSS Share Buttons is officially tested up to WordPress 4.5.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was CSS Share Buttons last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on April 28, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes CSS Share Buttons?
CSS Share Buttons is developed and maintained by Purab.

### What are the best alternatives to CSS Share Buttons?
The most popular alternatives to CSS Share Buttons are AddQuicktag (100K+ installs), WP Edit (40K+ installs) and Forget About Shortcode Butt… (20K+ installs).


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