# JokeShogun – Random Jokes in Admin Dashboard

> JokeShogun has <10 active installs and 52 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** JokeShogun works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Displays a random joke on selected WordPress admin pages on every refresh to brighten your day.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 192
- **Downloads (30 days):** 52 (+36.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jun 29, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Sankalp Bhagat (WP Shogun) (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/sankalpbhgt/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/jokeshogun-random-admin-dashboard-jokes/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [admin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/admin/) | >100 | 1,655 |
| [dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard/) | >100 | 519 |
| [humor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/humor/) | #11 | 11 |
| [jokes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/jokes/) | #10 | 10 |
| [utility](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/utility/) | #33 | 42 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| admin | >100 | 10,000 |
| dashboard | >100 | 10,000 |
| humor | #4 | 23 |
| jokes | #3 | 65 |
| utility | >100 | 1,031 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Loginizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginizer/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,033) | Sep 28, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 2 | [Redux Framework](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/redux-framework/) | 900K+ | 4.4/5 (273) | Sep 21, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 3 | [Admin Menu Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-menu-editor/) | 300K+ | 4.6/5 (312) | Aug 19, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 4 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 5 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Extended](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-extended/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (132) | Aug 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 6 | [Nested Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-nested-pages/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (126) | Sep 25, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 7 | [Disable REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-json-api/) | 80K+ | 4.8/5 (38) | Sep 14, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 8 | [All In One Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-favicon/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (82) | Aug 8, 2023 | 46/100 |
| 9 | [Conditional Menus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conditional-menus/) | 60K+ | 4.4/5 (71) | Aug 12, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Add From Server](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-from-server/) | 60K+ | 4.6/5 (239) | Dec 11, 2020 | 46/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is JokeShogun safe to use in 2026?
JokeShogun works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use JokeShogun?
JokeShogun is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 192 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 52 times in the last 30 days.

### Does JokeShogun work with WordPress 7.1?
JokeShogun is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was JokeShogun last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on June 29, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes JokeShogun?
JokeShogun is developed and maintained by Sankalp Bhagat (WP Shogun).

### What are the best alternatives to JokeShogun?
The most popular alternatives to JokeShogun are Loginizer (1M+ installs), Redux Framework (900K+ installs) and Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jokeshogun-random-admin-dashboard-jokes/ · Generated 2026-10-06 19:08 UTC by PageForge