Disable Widgets Block
Disable Widgets Block is a plugin that provides a simple solution for users who prefer editing widgets in the classic style in WordPress. By specifically disabling the Gutenberg block editor for widgets, this plugin…
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Disable Widgets Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Disable Widgets Block stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| classic | >100 |
| disable | >100 |
| enable | >100 |
| gutenberg | >100 |
| widgets | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Disable Widgets Block
From the official readme · v1.4.3Description
Disable Widgets Block is a plugin that provides a simple solution for users who prefer editing widgets in the classic style in WordPress. By specifically disabling the Gutenberg block editor for widgets, this plugin opens the door for you to return to using the familiar and easy-to-understand classic editing interface.
Installation
This section describes how to install the plugin and get it working.
e.g.
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/plugin-namedirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Use the Settings->Plugin Name screen to configure the plugin
- (Make your instructions match the desired user flow for activating and installing your plugin. Include any steps that might be needed for explanatory purposes)
Frequently asked questions
How do I activate it?
After installing and activating the plugin, widgets will automatically switch to the classic view.
Can I revert it to the default settings?
Certainly. You can disable or uninstall the plugin anytime to return to the default block editor for widgets.
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FAQ
Disable Widgets Block: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 7, 2026
Is Disable Widgets Block free?
Yes. Disable Widgets Block is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Disable Widgets Block safe to use in 2026?
Disable Widgets Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Disable Widgets Block?
Disable Widgets Block is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,482 times since it launched in February 2024. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.
Does Disable Widgets Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Disable Widgets Block is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.10, 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 Widgets Block need?
Disable Widgets Block requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Disable Widgets Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.3, was released on February 24, 2025 (2 years ago).
Who makes Disable Widgets Block?
Disable Widgets Block is developed and maintained by yukyhendiawan.
What are the best alternatives to Disable Widgets Block?
The most popular alternatives to Disable Widgets Block are Classic Menu in Navigation… (2K+ installs), Gutenbye (700+ installs) and Classic Smilies (200+ installs).
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