# GPP Base Hook Widgets

> GPP Base Hook Widgets has 90+ active installs and 75 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** GPP Base Hook Widgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 16 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**Adds 12 new widget areas to the Base WordPress theme framework using its action hooks.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 90+
- **Total downloads:** 15,987
- **Downloads (30 days):** 75 (+63% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** Apr 8, 2011
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.1.4
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Thad Allender (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/endortrails/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/gpp-base-hook-widgets/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | >100 | 306 |
| [graphpaperpress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/graphpaperpress/) | #1 | 1 |
| [hooks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hooks/) | #9 | 40 |
| [widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widget/) | >100 | 2,315 |
| [widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widgets/) | >100 | 524 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom | >100 | 10,000 |
| graphpaperpress | #1 | 1 |
| hooks | >100 | 10,000 |
| widget | >100 | 10,000 |
| widgets | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 3 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [Smart Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-custom-fields/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (21) | Jul 16, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Gallery Custom Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gallery-custom-links/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (206) | Aug 20, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 6 | [Scripts n Styles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scripts-n-styles/) | 30K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Jun 6, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 7 | [Ocean Custom Sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ocean-custom-sidebar/) | 20K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Custom Block Builder – Lazy Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-blocks/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (80) | Aug 31, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Body Class](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-custom-body-class/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Jul 27, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Meks Time Ago](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-time-ago/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (9) | Dec 4, 2025 | 54/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is GPP Base Hook Widgets free?
Yes. GPP Base Hook Widgets is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GPP Base Hook Widgets safe to use in 2026?
GPP Base Hook Widgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 16 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GPP Base Hook Widgets?
GPP Base Hook Widgets is active on 90+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 15,987 times since it launched in January 2011. It was downloaded 75 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GPP Base Hook Widgets work with WordPress 7.1?
GPP Base Hook Widgets is officially tested up to WordPress 3.1.4, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was GPP Base Hook Widgets last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on April 8, 2011 (16 years ago).

### Who makes GPP Base Hook Widgets?
GPP Base Hook Widgets is developed and maintained by Thad Allender.

### What are the best alternatives to GPP Base Hook Widgets?
The most popular alternatives to GPP Base Hook Widgets are White Label CMS (200K+ installs), Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs) and ACF Photo Gallery Field (60K+ installs).


---
Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gpp-base-hook-widgets/ · Generated 2026-10-09 11:11 UTC by PageForge