# HXFE — Code-First Forms

> HXFE — Code-First Forms has <10 active installs and 427 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** HXFE — Code-First Forms works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**Define forms as PHP arrays. AI-ready, Git-managed, zero database — contact forms, step forms, chatbots, and surveys. Powered by htmx.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,198
- **Downloads (30 days):** 427 (+72.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.4.6
- **Last updated:** Aug 20, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** youheiokubo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/youheiokubo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/hxfe-code-first-forms/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ajax](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ajax/) | >100 | 337 |
| [chatbot](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/chatbot/) | >100 | 916 |
| [contact form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/contact-form/) | >100 | 722 |
| [form builder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/form-builder/) | >100 | 295 |
| [htmx](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/htmx/) | #2 | 2 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ajax | >100 | 8,214 |
| chatbot | >100 | 1,479 |
| contact form | >100 | 8,341 |
| form builder | >100 | 4,619 |
| htmx | #6 | 7 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [zipaddr-jp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zipaddr-jp/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (6) | Aug 2, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 2 | [SearchWP Live Ajax Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/searchwp-live-ajax-search/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (36) | Aug 8, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Polls](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-polls/) | 40K+ | 4.2/5 (136) | Sep 1, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 4 | [WP-PostRatings](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-postratings/) | 20K+ | 4.3/5 (179) | Sep 1, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 5 | [WPC AJAX Add to Cart for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpc-ajax-add-to-cart/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (18) | Sep 21, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [Ajax Cart AutoUpdate for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-cart-autoupdate-for-woocommerce/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (214) | Mar 30, 2021 | 46/100 |
| 7 | [Relevanssi Live Ajax Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/relevanssi-live-ajax-search/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (9) | May 12, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 8 | [Enable CORS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/enable-cors/) | 6K+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Jul 15, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 9 | [Load More Anything](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-load-more-anything/) | 5K+ | 4.5/5 (73) | Nov 19, 2025 | 59/100 |
| 10 | [YMC Filter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ymc-smart-filter/) | 4K+ | 4.8/5 (34) | Oct 1, 2026 | 92/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is HXFE — Code-First Forms free?
Yes. HXFE — Code-First Forms is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is HXFE — Code-First Forms safe to use in 2026?
HXFE — Code-First Forms works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use HXFE — Code-First Forms?
HXFE — Code-First Forms is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,198 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 427 times in the last 30 days.

### Does HXFE — Code-First Forms work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested HXFE — Code-First Forms up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does HXFE — Code-First Forms need?
HXFE — Code-First Forms requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was HXFE — Code-First Forms last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.6, was released on August 20, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes HXFE — Code-First Forms?
HXFE — Code-First Forms is developed and maintained by youheiokubo.

### What are the best alternatives to HXFE — Code-First Forms?
The most popular alternatives to HXFE — Code-First Forms are zipaddr-jp (50K+ installs), SearchWP Live Ajax Search (50K+ installs) and WP-Polls (40K+ installs).


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