# Jamie’s Header Effects

> Jamie’s Header Effects has 10+ active installs and 158 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 66/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Jamie’s Header Effects is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

**Sticky header effects for block themes: a Chameleon header that recolours to match each section, frosted blur, hide-on-scroll and overlay.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 161
- **Downloads (30 days):** 158 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 66/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** Oct 9, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** jamiemarsland (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/jamiemarsland/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/jamies-header-effects/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block-theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block-theme/) | #5 | 19 |
| [header](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/header/) | #69 | 132 |
| [scroll effects](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scroll-effects/) | #3 | 7 |
| [sticky header](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sticky-header/) | #30 | 42 |
| [transparent header](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/transparent-header/) | #3 | 5 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block-theme | >100 | 9,813 |
| header | >100 | 10,000 |
| scroll effects | >100 | 1,099 |
| sticky header | >100 | 980 |
| transparent header | #29 | 481 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Create Block Theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/create-block-theme/) | 20K+ | 4.8/5 (37) | Oct 1, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 2 | [Dynamic Header & Navigation for Block Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shrinking-logo-sticky-header/) | 200+ | 5/5 (3) | Aug 24, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 3 | [Enable bbPress for Block Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/enable-bbp-block-theme/) | 200+ | 5/5 (5) | Sep 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 4 | [Catch Import Export](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/catch-import-export/) | 30+ | — | Jun 28, 2026 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [LolaCore for FSE](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lolacore-for-fse/) | 10+ | — | Aug 20, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 7 | [Planned Outage for Block Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/planned-outage/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Jul 14, 2026 | 58/100 |
| 8 | [Auto Update Page Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-update-page-links/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 27, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 9 | [Theme Designer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/theme-designer/) | 10+ | — | Dec 4, 2025 | 38/100 |
| 10 | [Additional CSS Shortcut](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/additional-css-shortcut/) | 10+ | — | Aug 30, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 11 | [Better Post Formats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-post-formats/) | 10+ | — | Sep 23, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Jamie’s Header Effects free?
Yes. Jamie’s Header Effects is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Jamie’s Header Effects safe to use in 2026?
Jamie’s Header Effects is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 66/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Jamie’s Header Effects?
Jamie’s Header Effects is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 161 times since it launched in October 2026. It was downloaded 158 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Jamie’s Header Effects work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Jamie’s Header Effects up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.

### What PHP version does Jamie’s Header Effects need?
Jamie’s Header Effects requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Jamie’s Header Effects last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on October 9, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes Jamie’s Header Effects?
Jamie’s Header Effects is developed and maintained by jamiemarsland.

### What are the best alternatives to Jamie’s Header Effects?
The most popular alternatives to Jamie’s Header Effects are Create Block Theme (20K+ installs), Dynamic Header & Navigation… (200+ installs) and Enable bbPress for Block Th… (200+ installs).


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