Post CoAuthors
Assign multiple contributors to posts and display them on the frontend. Lightweight and admin-friendly.
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Post CoAuthors shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
- Needs PHP 8.1 or newer
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Post CoAuthors stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| contributors | >100 |
| multiple authors | >100 |
| user roles | >100 |
About Post CoAuthors
From the official readme · v1.0Description
Post CoAuthors is a lightweight and optimized plugin that allows you to assign multiple contributors to any WordPress post. The plugin adds a meta box to the post editor, where administrators, editors, and authors can assign contributors from existing users. All contributor data is stored as post metadata, ensuring compatibility with WordPress standards.
It integrates seamlessly with the WordPress admin UI and provides clean uninstallation by removing all plugin-related metadata.
Features
- Assign multiple contributors to any post.
- Display contributors on the frontend (theme support required).
- Admin UI integration with post editor.
- Clean uninstall – removes plugin data safely.
- Built using WordPress coding standards.
Credits
Developed by Kajal Gohel.
Based on guidance from the WordPress Plugin Developer Handbook.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- If needed, rename the extracted folder to
pcauthors. - Upload the folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu in WordPress.
- Edit a post to manage contributors using the new metabox.
Frequently asked questions
Who can assign contributors?
Only users with permission to manage posts (admins, editors, and authors) can assign contributors.
How are contributors stored?
Contributors are saved as post metadata.
Can I display contributors on the frontend?
Yes, but your theme must be modified to retrieve and display this metadata.
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FAQ
Post CoAuthors: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is Post CoAuthors free?
Yes. Post CoAuthors is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Post CoAuthors safe to use in 2026?
Post CoAuthors shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Post CoAuthors?
Post CoAuthors is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 485 times since it launched in June 2025. It was downloaded 35 times in the last 30 days.
Does Post CoAuthors work with WordPress 7.1?
Post CoAuthors is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Post CoAuthors need?
Post CoAuthors requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Post CoAuthors last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on December 3, 2025 (10 months ago).
Who makes Post CoAuthors?
Post CoAuthors is developed and maintained by Kajal Gohel.
What are the best alternatives to Post CoAuthors?
The most popular alternatives to Post CoAuthors are Contributor Notifications (80+ installs), WP Multi Author (80+ installs) and Recent Contributors Widget (10+ installs).
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