# GPP Welcome Message Widget

> GPP Welcome Message Widget has 50+ active installs and 86 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** GPP Welcome Message Widget shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 16 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**Adds a widget for easily creating prominent welcome messages.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Total downloads:** 12,738
- **Downloads (30 days):** 86 (+10.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jan 15, 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-welcome-message/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | >100 | 306 |
| [hooks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hooks/) | #14 | 40 |
| [welcome](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/welcome/) | #6 | 12 |
| [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 |
| hooks | >100 | 10,000 |
| welcome | >100 | 3,820 |
| widget | >100 | 10,000 |
| widgets | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 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 Welcome Message Widget free?
Yes. GPP Welcome Message Widget is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GPP Welcome Message Widget safe to use in 2026?
GPP Welcome Message Widget shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 50+ sites and was last updated 16 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GPP Welcome Message Widget?
GPP Welcome Message Widget is active on 50+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 12,738 times since it launched in January 2011. It was downloaded 86 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GPP Welcome Message Widget work with WordPress 7.1?
GPP Welcome Message Widget 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 Welcome Message Widget last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on January 15, 2011 (16 years ago).

### Who makes GPP Welcome Message Widget?
GPP Welcome Message Widget is developed and maintained by Thad Allender.

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


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