# IndieBlocks

> IndieBlocks has 100+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 119 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 41/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** IndieBlocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.

**Use blocks, and, optionally, "short-form" post types to easily "IndieWebify" your WordPress site.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 7,042
- **Downloads (30 days):** 119 (+21.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 41/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.13.3
- **Last updated:** Jun 14, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Jan Boddez (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/janboddez/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/indieblocks/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blocks/) | >100 | 593 |
| [indieweb](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/indieweb/) | #11 | 22 |
| [microblog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/microblog/) | #1 | 5 |
| [notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/notes/) | #19 | 105 |
| [webmention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webmention/) | #4 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| indieweb | #10 | 27 |
| microblog | #3 | 16 |
| notes | >100 | 10,000 |
| webmention | #4 | 18 |

## Version adoption

- 0.13: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,870) | Sep 28, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [Kadence Blocks — Page Builder Toolkit for Gutenberg Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kadence-blocks/) | 600K+ | 4.8/5 (332) | Sep 22, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Extendify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/extendify/) | 500K+ | 4.7/5 (10) | Sep 16, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-widgets-bundle/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (134) | Sep 22, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 5 | [Otter Blocks – Gutenberg Blocks, Page Builder for Gutenberg Editor & FSE](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/otter-blocks/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (249) | Sep 22, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 6 | [Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks – CoBlocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coblocks/) | 300K+ | 4.2/5 (109) | Mar 5, 2026 | 50/100 |
| 7 | [GenerateBlocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/generateblocks/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (122) | Aug 18, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 8 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 9 | [Stackable – Page Builder Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stackable-ultimate-gutenberg-blocks/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (521) | Sep 9, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [Widget Options – Advanced Conditional Visibility for Gutenberg Blocks & Classic Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-options/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,516) | Sep 11, 2026 | 81/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is IndieBlocks safe to use in 2026?
IndieBlocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 41/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use IndieBlocks?
IndieBlocks is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 7,042 times since it launched in October 2022. It was downloaded 119 times in the last 30 days.

### Does IndieBlocks work with WordPress 7.1?
IndieBlocks is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was IndieBlocks last updated?
The latest version, 0.13.3, was released on June 14, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes IndieBlocks?
IndieBlocks is developed and maintained by Jan Boddez.

### What are the best alternatives to IndieBlocks?
The most popular alternatives to IndieBlocks are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Kadence Blocks (600K+ installs) and Extendify (500K+ installs).


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