# MatCMS

> MatCMS has <10 active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** MatCMS 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.

**This plugin adds to WordPress some utilities for developers.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 3,925
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (-41.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.8.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 22, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.0+, PHP 7.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** matmattia (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/matmattia/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/matcms/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [developers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/developers/) | #22 | 22 |
| [matcms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/matcms/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| developers | >100 | 10,000 |
| matcms | #1 | 1 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Hide products count](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hide-products-count/) | 300+ | 4.3/5 (6) | Apr 18, 2017 | 35/100 |
| 2 | [WP Utility Script Runner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-utility-script-runner/) | 80+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 22, 2018 | 32/100 |
| 3 | [Admin Page Framework](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-page-framework/) | 70+ | 5/5 (23) | Apr 15, 2022 | 42/100 |
| 4 | [Get Tweets in PHP](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/get-tweets-in-php/) | 50+ | 5/5 (2) | Dec 28, 2016 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [Simple Pictures Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-pictures-slider/) | 40+ | — | Sep 30, 2024 | 27/100 |
| 6 | [Back End Instructions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/back-end-instructions/) | 30+ | 3.8/5 (9) | Apr 17, 2014 | 31/100 |
| 7 | [Error Logs Emailer for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/error-logs-emailer-for-woocommerce/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Jan 22, 2026 | 46/100 |
| 8 | [CC Devs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cc-devs/) | 10+ | 5/5 (3) | Mar 7, 2023 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [WP Country Class In Body Tag](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-country-class-in-body-tag/) | 10+ | — | May 14, 2018 | 23/100 |
| 10 | [Lazy Lorem Ipsum](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-lorem-ipsum/) | 10+ | 3.5/5 (2) | Apr 18, 2017 | 26/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is MatCMS safe to use in 2026?
MatCMS 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 MatCMS?
MatCMS is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,925 times since it launched in January 2022. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does MatCMS work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested MatCMS up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does MatCMS need?
MatCMS requires PHP 7.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was MatCMS last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.0, was released on August 22, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes MatCMS?
MatCMS is developed and maintained by matmattia.

### What are the best alternatives to MatCMS?
The most popular alternatives to MatCMS are Hide products count (300+ installs), WP Utility Script Runner (80+ installs) and Admin Page Framework (70+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/matcms/ · Generated 2026-10-01 01:19 UTC by PageForge