# Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg)

> Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) has 30+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 197 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

**Disable Gutenberg editor by 1 click, disable block editor in all Post Type(including custom post type)**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 4,830
- **Downloads (30 days):** 197 (-2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.0.13
- **Last updated:** Jun 3, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.5.13
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.2.24+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** mitparakada (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mitparakada/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/disable-editor-by-1-click/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [disable block editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/disable-block-editor/) | #2 | 7 |
| [editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/editor/) | >100 | 583 |
| [gutenberg disable](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg-disable/) | #2 | 3 |
| [post type editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-type-editor/) | #1 | 1 |
| [wordpress default editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/wordpress-default-editor/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| disable block editor | >100 | 3,006 |
| editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg disable | >100 | 2,235 |
| post type editor | >100 | 7,683 |
| wordpress default editor | >100 | 9,532 |

## Version adoption

- 2.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Disable Gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-disable-editor/) | 500+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 1, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 3 | [Goodbye Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/goodbye-block-editor/) | 20+ | — | Aug 4, 2019 | 24/100 |
| 4 | [Turn-On Classic Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/turn-on-classic-editor/) | 10+ | — | Sep 14, 2024 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [Daisy Disable Blocks — Disable Gutenberg, Enable Classic Editor, Disable Block Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/daisy-disable-blocks/) | <10 | — | Aug 29, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [Disable Gutenberg – V7 Legacy Editor Enabler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/v7-legacy-editor-enabler/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Sep 1, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 7 | [Habibur Classic Editor Switch](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/habibur-classic-editor-switch/) | <10 | — | Feb 21, 2026 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) free?
Yes. Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) safe to use in 2026?
Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg)?
Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,830 times since it launched in September 2020. It was downloaded 197 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) work with WordPress 7.1?
Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) is officially tested up to WordPress 6.5.13, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) need?
Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) requires PHP 7.2.24 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) last updated?
The latest version, 2.0.13, was released on June 3, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg)?
Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) is developed and maintained by mitparakada.

### What are the best alternatives to Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg)?
The most popular alternatives to Disable Block Editor (Gutenberg) are Disable Gutenberg (500+ installs), Goodbye Block Editor (20+ installs) and Turn-On Classic Editor (10+ installs).


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