gaplugin-darkmode
Use a shortcode to create a light/dark mode.
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gaplugin-darkmode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 5 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 5.6 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where gaplugin-darkmode stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| colors | >100 |
| dark | >100 |
| DarkMode | #18 |
| light | >100 |
| navigation | >100 |
About gaplugin-darkmode
From the official readme · v0.01.00.00Description
After installing the plugin.
You’ll have a new menu in your admin page “GAPlugin”.
It will have a “darkmode” menu.
Here you’ll be able to activate a test affecting the body of your website.
You’ll be able to modify your CSS (Cascade Style Sheet) to manage your darktheme:
– for the light theme :root
– for the dark theme [data-theme=”dark”]
You can take a look in the test mode to see how to use it.
You just have to use the shortcode in your theme to display the checkbox for the darkmode.
Here is the shortcode to use: [GAP-darkmode]
Enjoy !
Take a look at my website GautierAntoine.com
Installation
- Install the plugin.
- Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- In the “GAPlugin” Menu in your admin panel, you can activate the test mode.
- You’ll need to add the shortcode [darkmode-nav] in your code to show the button.
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FAQ
gaplugin-darkmode: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Is gaplugin-darkmode free?
Yes. gaplugin-darkmode is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is gaplugin-darkmode safe to use in 2026?
gaplugin-darkmode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use gaplugin-darkmode?
gaplugin-darkmode is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,814 times since it launched in May 2020. It was downloaded 41 times in the last 30 days.
Does gaplugin-darkmode work with WordPress 7.1?
gaplugin-darkmode is officially tested up to WordPress 5.6.21, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does gaplugin-darkmode need?
gaplugin-darkmode requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was gaplugin-darkmode last updated?
The latest version, 0.01.00.00, was released on February 6, 2021 (6 years ago).
Who makes gaplugin-darkmode?
gaplugin-darkmode is developed and maintained by GAUTIER Antoine.
What are the best alternatives to gaplugin-darkmode?
The most popular alternatives to gaplugin-darkmode are Customify (10K+ installs), Styleguide (2K+ installs) and Custom Color Palette for Gu… (1K+ installs).
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