# Restore Columns

> Restore Columns has 60+ active installs, a 4.8/5 rating from 4 reviews and 63 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 31/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Restore Columns shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 4.8/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 60+
- **Total downloads:** 3,418
- **Downloads (30 days):** 63 (+53.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.8/5 from 4 reviews
- **Health score:** 31/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.00
- **Last updated:** Apr 2, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.4.24
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.8+, PHP 5.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Flector (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/flector/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/restore-columns/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [admin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/admin/) | >100 | 1,657 |
| [dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard/) | >100 | 520 |
| [dashboard columns](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dashboard-columns/) | #3 | 3 |
| [screen layout](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/screen-layout/) | #1 | 1 |
| [screen options](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/screen-options/) | #3 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| admin | >100 | 10,000 |
| dashboard | >100 | 10,000 |
| dashboard columns | >100 | 4,227 |
| screen layout | >100 | 6,800 |
| screen options | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.00: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Loginizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginizer/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,033) | Oct 9, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [Redux Framework](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/redux-framework/) | 900K+ | 4.4/5 (273) | Sep 21, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 3 | [Admin Menu Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/admin-menu-editor/) | 300K+ | 4.6/5 (312) | Aug 19, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 4 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 5 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Extended](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-extended/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (132) | Aug 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 6 | [Nested Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-nested-pages/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (126) | Sep 25, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 7 | [Disable REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-json-api/) | 80K+ | 4.8/5 (38) | Sep 14, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 8 | [All In One Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-favicon/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (82) | Aug 8, 2023 | 46/100 |
| 9 | [Conditional Menus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/conditional-menus/) | 60K+ | 4.4/5 (71) | Aug 12, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Add From Server](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-from-server/) | 60K+ | 4.6/5 (239) | Dec 11, 2020 | 46/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Restore Columns safe to use in 2026?
Restore Columns shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites, is rated 4.8/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 31/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Restore Columns?
Restore Columns is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,418 times since it launched in July 2014. It was downloaded 63 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Restore Columns work with WordPress 7.1?
Restore Columns is officially tested up to WordPress 5.4.24, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Restore Columns need?
Restore Columns requires PHP 5.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Restore Columns last updated?
The latest version, 1.00, was released on April 2, 2020 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Restore Columns?
Restore Columns is developed and maintained by Flector.

### What are the best alternatives to Restore Columns?
The most popular alternatives to Restore Columns are Loginizer (1M+ installs), Redux Framework (900K+ installs) and Admin Menu Editor (300K+ installs).


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