QuickNotes Dashboard
This plugin adds the functionality to add QuickNotes to the WordPress dashboard.
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QuickNotes Dashboard shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where QuickNotes Dashboard stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| dashboard | >100 |
| note | >100 |
| notes | >100 |
| QuickNotes | #1 |
| sticky | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About QuickNotes Dashboard
From the official readme · v1.1Description
The QuickNotes Dashboard plugin integrates a customizable note-taking feature directly into the WordPress dashboard. You can create QuickNotes with various settings, such as:
- QuickNotes Context: Position the note in the normal area or the side panel of the dashboard.
- QuickNotes Priority: Set the note’s priority to either High or Low.
- QuickNotes Target: Specify which user roles or individual users can view the note.
Installation
- Upload the
quicknotes-dashboardfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- To add and edit notes, go to the QuickNotes section in the WordPress dashboard.
Frequently asked questions
Can I assign notes to specific users or user roles?
Yes, you can assign notes to specific user roles and even target individual users based on their ID.
Can I use HTML or shortcodes in the notes?
Yes, HTML tags and WordPress shortcodes are supported within the note content.
Changelog
Stable Release
1.1
Stable Release
1.0
First Stable Release
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FAQ
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Is QuickNotes Dashboard free?
Yes. QuickNotes Dashboard is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is QuickNotes Dashboard safe to use in 2026?
QuickNotes Dashboard shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.
How many websites use QuickNotes Dashboard?
QuickNotes Dashboard is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 821 times since it launched in February 2025. It was downloaded 54 times in the last 30 days.
Does QuickNotes Dashboard work with WordPress 7.1?
QuickNotes Dashboard is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does QuickNotes Dashboard need?
QuickNotes Dashboard requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was QuickNotes Dashboard last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on April 30, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes QuickNotes Dashboard?
QuickNotes Dashboard is developed and maintained by Galaxy Weblinks.
What are the best alternatives to QuickNotes Dashboard?
The most popular alternatives to QuickNotes Dashboard are Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs), White Label CMS (200K+ installs) and Remove Dashboard Access (30K+ installs).
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