# Embedded Posts

> Embedded Posts has 40+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 381 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 74/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Embedded Posts is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 74/100 on our health check.

**Display related posts, pages or CPTs by category, tag or author - or embed any single post, page or CPT anywhere on your site.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 3,507
- **Downloads (30 days):** 381 (+292.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 74/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.2.8
- **Last updated:** Oct 2, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.9+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Cooperative IT (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/cooperativeit/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/embedded-posts/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom post type](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-post-type/) | #95 | 273 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,302 |
| [related posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/related-posts/) | #44 | 135 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,408 |
| [Single post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/single-post/) | #4 | 11 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom post type | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,897 |
| related posts | #67 | 4,849 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |
| Single post | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Custom Post Type Permalinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-type-permalinks/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (71) | May 20, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 2 | [Custom Post Type Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-type-widgets/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (14) | Jun 2, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 3 | [Custom Post Types and Custom Fields creator – WCK](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wck-custom-fields-and-custom-post-types-creator/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (97) | Jul 15, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 4 | [Remove CPT base](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/remove-cpt-base/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (33) | Dec 1, 2025 | 62/100 |
| 5 | [MB Custom Post Types & Custom Taxonomies](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mb-custom-post-type/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Aug 22, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 6 | [Simple Post Type Permalinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-post-type-permalinks/) | 8K+ | 5/5 (10) | Jun 4, 2019 | 41/100 |
| 7 | [Kwayy HTML Sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kwayy-html-sitemap/) | 6K+ | 4.7/5 (18) | Sep 7, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 8 | [Custom Post Type Maker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-type-maker/) | 6K+ | 4.7/5 (18) | Jul 11, 2022 | 40/100 |
| 9 | [Multiple Featured Images](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multiple-featured-images/) | 5K+ | 4.7/5 (28) | Aug 20, 2020 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [WP Ultimate Post Grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-ultimate-post-grid/) | 4K+ | 4.4/5 (32) | Aug 19, 2026 | 82/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Embedded Posts free?
Yes. Embedded Posts is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Embedded Posts safe to use in 2026?
Embedded Posts is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 74/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Embedded Posts?
Embedded Posts is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,507 times since it launched in March 2024. It was downloaded 381 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Embedded Posts work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Embedded Posts up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.9 or newer.

### What PHP version does Embedded Posts need?
Embedded Posts requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Embedded Posts last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.8, was released on October 2, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes Embedded Posts?
Embedded Posts is developed and maintained by Cooperative IT.

### What are the best alternatives to Embedded Posts?
The most popular alternatives to Embedded Posts are Custom Post Type Permalinks (200K+ installs), Custom Post Type Widgets (10K+ installs) and Custom Post Types and Custo… (10K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/embedded-posts/ · Generated 2026-10-10 14:58 UTC by PageForge