Protos TOC Generator
Auto-generates a floating or inline table of contents with anchor links based on headings in your post. Improves readability and SEO.
Use with caution
Protos TOC Generator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Protos TOC Generator stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| headings | >100 |
| navigation | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
| table of contents | >100 |
| toc | #39 |
About Protos TOC Generator
From the official readme · v3.0Description
Protos TOC Generator automatically creates a Table of Contents for your posts and pages by scanning for heading tags (<h1> to <h6>). It adds anchor links for smooth navigation within long articles.
Features:
– Automatically injects a TOC before the first heading
– Smooth scrolling to heading sections
– Supports heading levels h1 to h6
– SEO-friendly anchor links
– Easy styling and customization
– Lightweight and no settings page
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Visit any post with headings — the TOC appears before the first heading.
Frequently asked questions
Can I disable TOC for specific posts?
Not in this version. Let us know if you need this feature!
Can I customize where the TOC appears?
By default, it appears before the first heading. A shortcode version is coming soon.
Will this work with any theme?
Yes, it works with all standard themes and heading structures.
Changelog
Use this version to support smooth scrolling and safer tag stripping.
1.1
- Added smooth scrolling JavaScript
- Replaced
strip_tags()withwp_strip_all_tags() - Cleaned code for better WordPress compliance
1.0
- Initial release – auto TOC based on heading tags
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FAQ
Protos TOC Generator: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Protos TOC Generator free?
Yes. Protos TOC Generator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Protos TOC Generator safe to use in 2026?
Protos TOC Generator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Protos TOC Generator?
Protos TOC Generator is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 803 times since it launched in August 2025. It was downloaded 52 times in the last 30 days.
Does Protos TOC Generator work with WordPress 7.1?
Protos TOC Generator 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 Protos TOC Generator need?
Protos TOC Generator requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Protos TOC Generator last updated?
The latest version, 3.0, was released on June 9, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes Protos TOC Generator?
Protos TOC Generator is developed and maintained by Protos Software.
What are the best alternatives to Protos TOC Generator?
The most popular alternatives to Protos TOC Generator are Add Anchor Links (1K+ installs), Headingo (100+ installs) and Notice Boxes with Shortcodes (70+ installs).
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