# RS Author Info Box

> RS Author Info Box has 1K+ active installs and 358 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 48/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** RS Author Info Box works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 48/100 on our health check.

**A simple and lightweight widget to display an author's name, profile image, short description, and social media links in any sidebar or widget area.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 1K+
- **Total downloads:** 32,164
- **Downloads (30 days):** 358 (-17.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 48/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 2.2.1
- **Last updated:** May 16, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.9+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** RS WP THEMES (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/rswpthemes/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/rs-author-info-box/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [about me widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/about-me-widget/) | #1 | 4 |
| [Author Profile](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/author-profile/) | #3 | 20 |
| [author widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/author-widget/) | #1 | 4 |
| [bio widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/bio-widget/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| about me widget | #35 | 957 |
| Author Profile | #34 | 1,808 |
| author widget | #49 | 3,192 |
| bio widget | #39 | 287 |

## Version adoption

- 2.2: 67.3%
- 2.1: 25.7%
- 2.0: 6.9%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | [Easy Profile Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-profile-widget/) | 400+ | 4.8/5 (76) | Jan 5, 2017 | 43/100 |
| 3 | [Kantbtrue about me](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kantbtrue-about-me/) | 300+ | 5/5 (2) | Nov 28, 2024 | 36/100 |
| 4 | [AH About Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ah-about-widget/) | 10+ | — | Sep 23, 2017 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is RS Author Info Box free?
Yes. RS Author Info Box is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is RS Author Info Box safe to use in 2026?
RS Author Info Box works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 48/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use RS Author Info Box?
RS Author Info Box is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 32,164 times since it launched in March 2022. It was downloaded 358 times in the last 30 days.

### Does RS Author Info Box work with WordPress 7.1?
RS Author Info Box is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does RS Author Info Box need?
RS Author Info Box requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was RS Author Info Box last updated?
The latest version, 2.2.1, was released on May 16, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes RS Author Info Box?
RS Author Info Box is developed and maintained by RS WP THEMES.

### What are the best alternatives to RS Author Info Box?
The most popular alternatives to RS Author Info Box are Easy Profile Widget (400+ installs), Kantbtrue about me (300+ installs) and AH About Widget (10+ installs).


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