# Custom Post Type List Shortcode

> Custom Post Type List Shortcode has 100+ active installs, a 4.6/5 rating from 5 reviews and 210 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 35/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Custom Post Type List Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 26,683
- **Downloads (30 days):** 210 (+18% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.6/5 from 5 reviews
- **Health score:** 35/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.4
- **Last updated:** Dec 10, 2014
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.0.38
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Blackbird Interactive (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/blackbird-interactive/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/custom-post-type-list-shortcode/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cpt](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cpt/) | #10 | 72 |
| [custom post type](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-post-type/) | #60 | 269 |
| [custom post-type list](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-post-type-list/) | #1 | 1 |
| [post list](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-list/) | #18 | 35 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,384 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cpt | >100 | 1,103 |
| custom post type | >100 | 10,000 |
| custom post-type list | >100 | 7,002 |
| post list | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [MAS Static Content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mas-static-content/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (1) | Nov 3, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 2 | [Post Types Unlimited](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-types-unlimited/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (9) | May 13, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 3 | [Sticky Posts – Switch](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-posts-switch/) | 6K+ | 4.4/5 (18) | Jul 29, 2022 | 39/100 |
| 4 | [Simple CPT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-cpt/) | 4K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Aug 24, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 5 | [Custom post types, Custom Fields & more](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-types/) | 3K+ | 4.6/5 (56) | Aug 5, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [Custom Post Type Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cpt-editor/) | 2K+ | 4.9/5 (14) | Jul 17, 2024 | 40/100 |
| 7 | [Post Type Converter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-type-converter/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (6) | Jan 5, 2015 | 37/100 |
| 8 | [Portfolio Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/portfolio-toolkit/) | 600+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 31, 2020 | 34/100 |
| 9 | [Public Preview URL Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/public-preview-url-manager/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 11 | [Frontend Dashboard Custom Post and Taxonomies](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/frontend-dashboard-custom-post/) | 100+ | — | Sep 28, 2026 | 68/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Custom Post Type List Shortcode free?
Yes. Custom Post Type List Shortcode is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Custom Post Type List Shortcode safe to use in 2026?
Custom Post Type List Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.6/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 35/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Custom Post Type List Shortcode?
Custom Post Type List Shortcode is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 26,683 times since it launched in July 2011. It was downloaded 210 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Custom Post Type List Shortcode work with WordPress 7.1?
Custom Post Type List Shortcode is officially tested up to WordPress 4.0.38, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Custom Post Type List Shortcode last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.4, was released on December 10, 2014 (12 years ago).

### Who makes Custom Post Type List Shortcode?
Custom Post Type List Shortcode is developed and maintained by Blackbird Interactive.

### What are the best alternatives to Custom Post Type List Shortcode?
The most popular alternatives to Custom Post Type List Shortcode are MAS Static Content (10K+ installs), Post Types Unlimited (10K+ installs) and Sticky Posts – Switch (6K+ installs).


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