# Manage Block Template

> Manage Block Template has <10 active installs and 45 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Manage Block Template works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**Creating and managing block templates for different post types within your WP website doesn’t have to be rocket science! With this plugin, you can easily create multiple block templates of your choice and assign them to…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 523
- **Downloads (30 days):** 45 (+4.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.2.0
- **Last updated:** Jul 8, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** badasswp (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/badasswp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/manage-block-template/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,004 |
| [editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/editor/) | >100 | 578 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,290 |
| [post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post/) | >100 | 1,204 |
| [template](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/template/) | >100 | 185 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,780 |
| post | >100 | 10,000 |
| template | >100 | 10,000 |

## 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 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (523) | Aug 14, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Jul 6, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Sep 1, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Manage Block Template safe to use in 2026?
Manage Block Template works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Manage Block Template?
Manage Block Template is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 523 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 45 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Manage Block Template work with WordPress 7.1?
Manage Block Template is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Manage Block Template last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on July 8, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes Manage Block Template?
Manage Block Template is developed and maintained by badasswp.

### What are the best alternatives to Manage Block Template?
The most popular alternatives to Manage Block Template are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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