# FreedomReader

> FreedomReader has <10 active installs and 50 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** FreedomReader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**A comprehensive content monetization plugin with subscription and à la carte purchase options via PayPal.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 370
- **Downloads (30 days):** 50 (+163.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Nov 14, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.4.13
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** kiranrs (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/kiranrs/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/freedomreader/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [content lock](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/content-lock/) | #5 | 6 |
| [monetization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/monetization/) | #78 | 113 |
| [paypal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/paypal/) | >100 | 170 |
| [premium content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/premium-content/) | #4 | 11 |
| [subscription](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/subscription/) | #98 | 138 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| content lock | >100 | 2,133 |
| monetization | >100 | 333 |
| paypal | >100 | 2,034 |
| premium content | >100 | 6,030 |
| subscription | >100 | 5,207 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Content Freeze](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-freeze/) | 200+ | 5/5 (4) | Jul 4, 2025 | 42/100 |
| 2 | [Mighty Content Locker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mighty-content-locker/) | 10+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Mar 10, 2013 | 26/100 |
| 3 | [Content Upgrade](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-upgrade/) | 10+ | — | Jan 23, 2019 | 23/100 |
| 4 | [Dreamfox Client Edit Mode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dreamfox-client-edit-mode/) | <10 | — | Sep 29, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 5 | [SurveyLock.me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/surveylock-me/) | <10 | — | Jun 9, 2021 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is FreedomReader safe to use in 2026?
FreedomReader shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use FreedomReader?
FreedomReader is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 370 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.

### Does FreedomReader work with WordPress 7.1?
FreedomReader 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 FreedomReader need?
FreedomReader requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was FreedomReader last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on November 14, 2025 (11 months ago).

### Who makes FreedomReader?
FreedomReader is developed and maintained by kiranrs.

### What are the best alternatives to FreedomReader?
The most popular alternatives to FreedomReader are Content Freeze (200+ installs), Mighty Content Locker (10+ installs) and Content Upgrade (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/freedomreader/ · Generated 2026-10-07 09:40 UTC by PageForge