# Hierarchy

> Hierarchy has 100+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 13 reviews and 81 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Hierarchy shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**NOTE: If you’re looking for something more user-focused, take a look at OrganizeWP which is complete rethinking of Hierarchy!**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 14,950
- **Downloads (30 days):** 81 (+22.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 13 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.5.1
- **Last updated:** Feb 10, 2022
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.9.0
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Jon Christopher (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/jchristopher/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/hierarchy/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cpt](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cpt/) | #13 | 72 |
| [custom post types](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-post-types/) | #53 | 209 |
| [hierarchy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hierarchy/) | #13 | 35 |
| [pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pages/) | #97 | 378 |
| [url](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/url/) | #56 | 200 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cpt | >100 | 1,105 |
| custom post types | >100 | 10,000 |
| hierarchy | >100 | 1,018 |
| pages | >100 | 10,000 |
| url | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [MAS Static Content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mas-static-content/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 30, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 2 | [Post Types Unlimited](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-types-unlimited/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (9) | May 13, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 3 | [Sticky Posts – Switch](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-posts-switch/) | 6K+ | 4.4/5 (18) | Jul 29, 2022 | 39/100 |
| 4 | [Simple CPT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-cpt/) | 4K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Aug 24, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 5 | [Custom post types, Custom Fields & more](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-types/) | 3K+ | 4.6/5 (56) | Aug 5, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [Custom Post Type Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cpt-editor/) | 2K+ | 4.9/5 (14) | Jul 17, 2024 | 40/100 |
| 7 | [Post Type Converter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-type-converter/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (6) | Jan 5, 2015 | 37/100 |
| 8 | [Portfolio Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/portfolio-toolkit/) | 600+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 31, 2020 | 34/100 |
| 9 | [Public Preview URL Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/public-preview-url-manager/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 10 | [Custom Post Type List Shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-type-list-shortcode/) | 100+ | 4.6/5 (5) | Dec 10, 2014 | 35/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Hierarchy safe to use in 2026?
Hierarchy shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Hierarchy?
Hierarchy is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 14,950 times since it launched in January 2012. It was downloaded 81 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Hierarchy work with WordPress 7.1?
Hierarchy is officially tested up to WordPress 5.9.0, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Hierarchy last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.5.1, was released on February 10, 2022 (5 years ago).

### Who makes Hierarchy?
Hierarchy is developed and maintained by Jon Christopher.

### What are the best alternatives to Hierarchy?
The most popular alternatives to Hierarchy are MAS Static Content (10K+ installs), Post Types Unlimited (10K+ installs) and Sticky Posts – Switch (6K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hierarchy/ · Generated 2026-10-02 11:42 UTC by PageForge