# Restrict Multisite Widgets

> Restrict Multisite Widgets has 10+ active installs and 40 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Restrict Multisite Widgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**A quick adaptation of the theme restriction code for widgets. Can only restrict on a site-wide basis, though it will only affect those sites on which it’s activated. Does not restrict super admins. Plugins must be…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 4,127
- **Downloads (30 days):** 40 (+11.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.4
- **Last updated:** Jul 19, 2011
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.2.1
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Adam Harley (Kawauso) (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/kawauso/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/restrict-multisite-widgets/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [multisite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/multisite/) | >100 | 334 |
| [restrict](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/restrict/) | #37 | 65 |
| [widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widgets/) | >100 | 528 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| multisite | >100 | 5,800 |
| restrict | >100 | 2,841 |
| widgets | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Code Snippets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/code-snippets/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (509) | Oct 12, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [User Switching](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-switching/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (238) | Aug 29, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [WP OPcache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flush-opcache/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (20) | Oct 3, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 4 | [Delete Me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/delete-me/) | 7K+ | 5/5 (24) | Jun 2, 2024 | 46/100 |
| 5 | [Root Relative URLs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/root-relative-urls/) | 6K+ | 2.9/5 (20) | Nov 28, 2017 | 36/100 |
| 6 | [Contact Form 7 Polylang Module](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cf7-polylang/) | 4K+ | 4/5 (11) | Dec 13, 2023 | 37/100 |
| 7 | [Change Username](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/change-username/) | 4K+ | 4.6/5 (7) | Aug 20, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 8 | [Intranet & Private Site – All-In-One Intranet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-intranet/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (11) | Aug 3, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 9 | [Multisite Language Switcher](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multisite-language-switcher/) | 3K+ | 4.8/5 (99) | Oct 12, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Flag Icons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/language-icons-flags-switcher/) | 3K+ | 4.9/5 (20) | Apr 10, 2022 | 45/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Restrict Multisite Widgets free?
Yes. Restrict Multisite Widgets is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Restrict Multisite Widgets safe to use in 2026?
Restrict Multisite Widgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Restrict Multisite Widgets?
Restrict Multisite Widgets is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,127 times since it launched in August 2010. It was downloaded 40 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Restrict Multisite Widgets work with WordPress 7.1?
Restrict Multisite Widgets is officially tested up to WordPress 3.2.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Restrict Multisite Widgets last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.4, was released on July 19, 2011 (15 years ago).

### Who makes Restrict Multisite Widgets?
Restrict Multisite Widgets is developed and maintained by Adam Harley (Kawauso).

### What are the best alternatives to Restrict Multisite Widgets?
The most popular alternatives to Restrict Multisite Widgets are Code Snippets (1M+ installs), User Switching (200K+ installs) and WP OPcache (10K+ installs).


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