# Private User Notes

> Private User Notes has 100+ active installs, a 4.3/5 rating from 3 reviews and 86 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 39/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Private User Notes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

**Use the shortcode [private-user-notes] to any page or anywhere to turn it into a user private note page or section. Users will be able to add private notes there using a rich text editor. The notes are only visible to…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 3,347
- **Downloads (30 days):** 86 (+36.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.3/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 39/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** Apr 12, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.11
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** mansurahamed (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mansurahamed/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/private-user-notes/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [frontend note](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/frontend-note/) | #1 | 2 |
| [member note](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/member-note/) | #1 | 1 |
| [private note tab](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/private-note-tab/) | #1 | 1 |
| [private user notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/private-user-notes/) | #1 | 1 |
| [user note](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/user-note/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| frontend note | #31 | 2,166 |
| member note | #37 | 1,216 |
| private note tab | #7 | 966 |
| private user notes | #17 | 1,491 |
| user note | #48 | 8,777 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | [Simple Sticky Note – Frontend Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sticky-note/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 31, 2025 | 35/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Private User Notes safe to use in 2026?
Private User Notes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.3/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Private User Notes?
Private User Notes is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,347 times since it launched in November 2022. It was downloaded 86 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Private User Notes work with WordPress 7.1?
Private User Notes is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Private User Notes last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on April 12, 2025 (1 year ago).

### Who makes Private User Notes?
Private User Notes is developed and maintained by mansurahamed.

### What are the best alternatives to Private User Notes?
The most popular alternatives to Private User Notes are Simple Sticky Note (60+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/private-user-notes/ · Generated 2026-10-07 16:02 UTC by PageForge