# Hero Section for Genesis

> Hero Section for Genesis has 20+ active installs and 83 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Hero Section for Genesis shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**With this plugin you can add a new hero section in your home page.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 2,719
- **Downloads (30 days):** 83 (+16.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Nov 9, 2018
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.34
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Oscar Abad Folgueira (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/oabadfol/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/hero-section-genesis/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [css](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/css/) | >100 | 354 |
| [Genesis Framework](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/genesis-framework/) | #3 | 7 |
| [hero](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hero/) | #2 | 23 |
| [Section](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/section/) | #20 | 32 |
| [title](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/title/) | #63 | 141 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| css | >100 | 10,000 |
| Genesis Framework | #95 | 151 |
| hero | >100 | 970 |
| Section | >100 | 10,000 |
| title | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WPCode – Insert Headers and Footers + Custom Code Snippets – WordPress Code Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/insert-headers-and-footers/) | 3M+ | 4.9/5 (1,900) | Oct 8, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Code Snippets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/code-snippets/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (509) | Sep 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 4 | [Blocks Animation: CSS Animations for Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blocks-animation/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (71) | Sep 29, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Widget CSS Classes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-css-classes/) | 80K+ | 4.9/5 (74) | Nov 12, 2024 | 56/100 |
| 6 | [Simple CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-css/) | 80K+ | 4.9/5 (60) | Sep 15, 2025 | 58/100 |
| 7 | [WP Add Custom CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-add-custom-css/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (89) | Aug 14, 2025 | 56/100 |
| 8 | [Clear Cache for Me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/clear-cache-for-widgets/) | 40K+ | 4.8/5 (29) | Jun 18, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 9 | [WP-SCSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-scss/) | 40K+ | 4.3/5 (61) | Mar 2, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 10 | [Visual CSS Style Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yellow-pencil-visual-theme-customizer/) | 30K+ | 4.1/5 (90) | Aug 23, 2026 | 83/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hero Section for Genesis free?
Yes. Hero Section for Genesis is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Hero Section for Genesis safe to use in 2026?
Hero Section for Genesis shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 8 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Hero Section for Genesis?
Hero Section for Genesis is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,719 times since it launched in January 2018. It was downloaded 83 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Hero Section for Genesis work with WordPress 7.1?
Hero Section for Genesis is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.34, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Hero Section for Genesis last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on November 9, 2018 (8 years ago).

### Who makes Hero Section for Genesis?
Hero Section for Genesis is developed and maintained by Oscar Abad Folgueira.

### What are the best alternatives to Hero Section for Genesis?
The most popular alternatives to Hero Section for Genesis are WPCode (3M+ installs), Code Snippets (1M+ installs) and Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs).


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