F4 Error Pages
Sometimes the WordPress default error page handling is not enough, because it only shows a simple text or you have to create a custom 404 template with (more) static content. F4 Error Pages allows you to assign any…
Solid choice
F4 Error Pages is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 200+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 4 days ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (200+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where F4 Error Pages stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| 403 | #17 |
| 403 page | #4 |
| 404 | >100 |
| 404 page | #95 |
| error | #36 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About F4 Error Pages
From the official readme · v1.0.16Description
Sometimes the WordPress default error page handling is not enough, because it only shows a simple text or you have to create a custom 404 template with (more) static content.
F4 Error Pages allows you to assign any existing page from your installation to be shown, if a page is not found or the permissions for a request is denied.
So you can create nice and informative error pages with your own content elements or whatever you like, fast, without overhead and unnecessary features.
Usage
After installation you can assign existing pages as error pages. By default there are no pages assigned.
You can access the settings page either if you click the ‘Settings’ link in the plugins list or you can find it directly in the menu (Settings -> Error Pages).
Features overview
- Show custom page if requested url is not found (404)
- Show custom page if permission is denied (403)
- Easy to use
- Lightweight and optimized
- 100% free!
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/f4-error-pagesdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Assign custom pages on the settings page (Settings -> Error Pages)
Frequently asked questions
Is it really free?
Yes, absolutely!
Changelog
1.0.16
- Support WordPress 7.1
- Requires PHP 8.0
- Requires at least WP 6.0
1.0.15
- Support WordPress 7.0
1.0.14
- Support WordPress 6.9
1.0.13
- Fix error page handling query
- Support WordPress 6.7
1.0.12
- Add compatibility for polylang
- Support WordPress 6.6
1.0.11
- Support WordPress 6.5
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Best F4 Error Pages alternatives
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FAQ
F4 Error Pages: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is F4 Error Pages free?
Yes. F4 Error Pages is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is F4 Error Pages safe to use in 2026?
F4 Error Pages is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 200+ sites and was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.
How many websites use F4 Error Pages?
F4 Error Pages is active on 200+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,241 times since it launched in April 2020. It was downloaded 319 times in the last 30 days.
Does F4 Error Pages work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested F4 Error Pages up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.
What PHP version does F4 Error Pages need?
F4 Error Pages requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was F4 Error Pages last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.16, was released on September 28, 2026 (4 days ago).
Who makes F4 Error Pages?
F4 Error Pages is developed and maintained by FAKTOR VIER.
What are the best alternatives to F4 Error Pages?
The most popular alternatives to F4 Error Pages are Custom Error Pages (500+ installs).
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