Query Loop Post Selector
A native query loop extension that adds a new option in the filter that allows user to specifically pick certain posts to display
Solid choice
Query Loop Post Selector is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 78/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (600+ active installs)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Query Loop Post Selector stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| block | >100 |
| query loop | #2 |
| query loop post selector | #1 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 5 reviews
About Query Loop Post Selector
From the official readme · v1.0.7Description
Query Loop Post Selector is a powerful extension to the native WordPress Query Loop block. With this plugin, users can now have the flexibility to specifically select posts from a dropdown and display them within the query loop, making content selection more intuitive and user-friendly.
Usage
- Add or edit a Query Loop block.
- From the block settings panel, locate the “post” dropdown.
- Select the desired post(s) from the dropdown.
- Save or update your post/page, and view the changes on the front end.
Note: When you’re specifically selecting posts using this plugin, the posts order is overriden to match the order of posts selected via the dropdown.
Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- Go to WordPress Dashboard > Plugins > Add New.
- Upload the ZIP file and activate the plugin.
- Navigate to any page or post edit screen, and add a Query Loop block. You’ll now see the “post” dropdown option, added by the Query Loop Post Selector plugin.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need any other plugins or tools for this to work?
No, Query Loop Post Selector works out-of-the-box with the native WordPress Query Loop block.
Does this work with custom post types?
Yes, it’s compatible with all public post types.
Changelog
1.0.7
- Dev: Updated Freemius SDK and WordPress tested-up-to version.
1.0.6
- Dev: Update freemius SDK and maintenance update.
= 1.0.5
* Fix: Add support for similar post names.
= 1.0.4
* Fix: Fix hook priority issue.
= 1.0.3
* Fix: Add WP 6.7 support.
1.0.2
- Fix: Fix custom post type support issue.
1.0.1
- Fix: Encoding issue in the post picker.
- Fix: Incorrect hook used for assets.
1.0.0
- New: Initial Release
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FAQ
Query Loop Post Selector: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Is Query Loop Post Selector free?
Yes. Query Loop Post Selector is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Query Loop Post Selector safe to use in 2026?
Query Loop Post Selector is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 600+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 78/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Query Loop Post Selector?
Query Loop Post Selector is active on 600+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,985 times since it launched in November 2023. It was downloaded 387 times in the last 30 days.
Does Query Loop Post Selector work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Query Loop Post Selector up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.8 or newer.
What PHP version does Query Loop Post Selector need?
Query Loop Post Selector requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Query Loop Post Selector last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.7, was released on August 31, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes Query Loop Post Selector?
Query Loop Post Selector is developed and maintained by Small Plugins.
What are the best alternatives to Query Loop Post Selector?
The most popular alternatives to Query Loop Post Selector are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).
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