# Podcast Blocks

> Podcast Blocks has <10 active installs and 124 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Podcast Blocks is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Podcast Blocks makes it easy to turn any WordPress site into a full-featured podcast website. Add the Podcast Episode Gutenberg block to any post, upload or link your audio or video file, and the site will take over…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 489
- **Downloads (30 days):** 124 (+195.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 0.9.5
- **Last updated:** Sep 13, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.5+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Angelo Mandato (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/amandato/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/podcast-blocks/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [apple](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/apple/) | #21 | 22 |
| [blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blocks/) | >100 | 606 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,294 |
| [itunes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/itunes/) | #21 | 22 |
| [podcast](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/podcast/) | #82 | 102 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| apple | >100 | 1,187 |
| blocks | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,871 |
| itunes | #28 | 118 |
| podcast | #80 | 341 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Podcast Subscribe Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/podcast-subscribe-buttons/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (11) | Oct 13, 2025 | 56/100 |
| 2 | [Publish To Apple News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/publish-to-apple-news/) | 4K+ | 3.8/5 (25) | Jul 29, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 3 | [Smart App Banner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-app-banner/) | 600+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Mar 23, 2024 | 33/100 |
| 4 | [iTunes Link Engine](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/itunes-link-engine/) | 100+ | 4/5 (4) | Apr 8, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 5 | [Connect to Apple Music](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/connect-to-apple-music/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 26, 2019 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [Sign In With Socials (Google, Apple, Microsoft)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sign-in-with-essentials/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Apr 5, 2025 | 35/100 |
| 7 | [WP Podcasts Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-podcasts-manager/) | 60+ | 3/5 (2) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 8 | [Booktrope – Counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/booktrope-counter/) | 20+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 19, 2013 | 31/100 |
| 9 | [Apple Meta Tags](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/apple-meta-tags/) | 20+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Jan 16, 2014 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [Widget iTunes Feed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-itunes-feed/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 17, 2022 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Podcast Blocks safe to use in 2026?
Podcast Blocks is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Podcast Blocks?
Podcast Blocks is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 489 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 124 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Podcast Blocks work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Podcast Blocks up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.5 or newer.

### What PHP version does Podcast Blocks need?
Podcast Blocks requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Podcast Blocks last updated?
The latest version, 0.9.5, was released on September 13, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes Podcast Blocks?
Podcast Blocks is developed and maintained by Angelo Mandato.

### What are the best alternatives to Podcast Blocks?
The most popular alternatives to Podcast Blocks are Podcast Subscribe Buttons (4K+ installs), Publish To Apple News (4K+ installs) and Smart App Banner (600+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/podcast-blocks/ · Generated 2026-10-08 16:25 UTC by PageForge