# Custom Page Templates Setup

> Custom Page Templates Setup has 10+ active installs and 46 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Custom Page Templates Setup shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**This plugin offers you the ability to add custom page template files to your WordPress installation without having to manage theme folders or use a ftp client. Simply upload the custom template file you have been…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,010
- **Downloads (30 days):** 46 (+21.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** May 19, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.5.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Spencer Brown (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mrbrownbear/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/custom-page-templates-setup/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | >100 | 306 |
| [page](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/page/) | >100 | 492 |
| [setup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/setup/) | #6 | 14 |
| [template](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/template/) | #91 | 184 |
| [templates](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/templates/) | #82 | 141 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom | >100 | 10,000 |
| page | >100 | 10,000 |
| setup | >100 | 10,000 |
| template | >100 | 10,000 |
| templates | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 3 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [Smart Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-custom-fields/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (21) | Jul 16, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 5 | [Gallery Custom Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gallery-custom-links/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (208) | Oct 10, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 6 | [Scripts n Styles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scripts-n-styles/) | 30K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Jun 6, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 7 | [Ocean Custom Sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ocean-custom-sidebar/) | 20K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Custom Block Builder – Lazy Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-blocks/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (80) | Oct 12, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Body Class](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-custom-body-class/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Jul 27, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Meks Time Ago](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-time-ago/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (9) | Dec 4, 2025 | 54/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Custom Page Templates Setup free?
Yes. Custom Page Templates Setup is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Custom Page Templates Setup safe to use in 2026?
Custom Page Templates Setup shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Custom Page Templates Setup?
Custom Page Templates Setup is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,010 times since it launched in May 2016. It was downloaded 46 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Custom Page Templates Setup work with WordPress 7.1?
Custom Page Templates Setup is officially tested up to WordPress 4.5.33, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Custom Page Templates Setup last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on May 19, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes Custom Page Templates Setup?
Custom Page Templates Setup is developed and maintained by Spencer Brown.

### What are the best alternatives to Custom Page Templates Setup?
The most popular alternatives to Custom Page Templates Setup are White Label CMS (200K+ installs), Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs) and ACF Photo Gallery Field (60K+ installs).


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