# Block for Embed Google Maps

> Block for Embed Google Maps has 400+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 159 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 34/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Block for Embed Google Maps shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

**Embed Maps Block is a custom Gutenberg Block developed with Gutenberg Native Components. You can easily embed a Google Map for any location. It comes will several customation options to customize it as per your need.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 400+
- **Total downloads:** 4,599
- **Downloads (30 days):** 159 (+28.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 34/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.5.2
- **Last updated:** Apr 29, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.4.13
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.7+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Çağdaş Dağ (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/cagdasdag/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/embed-maps-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,007 |
| [google map](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-map/) | #11 | 83 |
| [Gutenberg block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg-block/) | #48 | 130 |
| [map](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/map/) | #39 | 283 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| google map | >100 | 2,681 |
| Gutenberg block | >100 | 6,714 |
| map | >100 | 5,016 |

## Version adoption

- 1.5: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,870) | Oct 9, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 8, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Oct 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Block for Embed Google Maps free?
Yes. Block for Embed Google Maps is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Block for Embed Google Maps safe to use in 2026?
Block for Embed Google Maps shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 400+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Block for Embed Google Maps?
Block for Embed Google Maps is active on 400+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,599 times since it launched in January 2022. It was downloaded 159 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Block for Embed Google Maps work with WordPress 7.1?
Block for Embed Google Maps is officially tested up to WordPress 6.4.13, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Block for Embed Google Maps need?
Block for Embed Google Maps requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Block for Embed Google Maps last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.2, was released on April 29, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Block for Embed Google Maps?
Block for Embed Google Maps is developed and maintained by Çağdaş Dağ.

### What are the best alternatives to Block for Embed Google Maps?
The most popular alternatives to Block for Embed Google Maps are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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