# rtWidgets

> rtWidgets has 10+ active installs and 45 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** rtWidgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**This installs multiple custom widgets in one activation. All the custom widgets are translation ready.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 4,515
- **Downloads (30 days):** 45 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.2
- **Last updated:** Nov 17, 2014
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.0.38
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** rtCamp (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/rtcamp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/rtwidgets/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-widget/) | #9 | 14 |
| [feed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/feed/) | >100 | 356 |
| [sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sidebar/) | >100 | 492 |
| [social connect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/social-connect/) | #2 | 4 |
| [widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widget/) | >100 | 2,319 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom widget | >100 | 9,748 |
| feed | >100 | 4,707 |
| sidebar | >100 | 10,000 |
| social connect | >100 | 1,847 |
| widget | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Categories Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-categories-widget/) | 6K+ | 4.5/5 (27) | Feb 16, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 2 | [ABD Dashboard Widget Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/abd-dashboard-widget-manager/) | 300+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 10, 2014 | 33/100 |
| 3 | [Custom Widget Area](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-widget-area/) | 200+ | 4/5 (1) | Nov 11, 2011 | 30/100 |
| 4 | [Listings Post Type Enable](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/listings-post-type-enable/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 1, 2022 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [Widget Customizer for WordPress – Free Version](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/asd-123-456-widget/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Jul 10, 2015 | 32/100 |
| 6 | [WP Master Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-master-widget/) | 20+ | — | Aug 22, 2017 | 24/100 |
| 7 | [GP Display Child Categories](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gp-display-child-categories/) | 10+ | — | Feb 4, 2016 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [GP Display All Category](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gp-display-all-categories/) | 10+ | — | Feb 4, 2016 | 23/100 |
| 9 | [Advanced Custom Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-widget/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | May 18, 2019 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [DX-Advanced-Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dx-advanced-widgets/) | 10+ | 5/5 (2) | Jan 10, 2013 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is rtWidgets safe to use in 2026?
rtWidgets shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use rtWidgets?
rtWidgets is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,515 times since it launched in December 2013. It was downloaded 45 times in the last 30 days.

### Does rtWidgets work with WordPress 7.1?
rtWidgets is officially tested up to WordPress 4.0.38, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was rtWidgets last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.2, was released on November 17, 2014 (12 years ago).

### Who makes rtWidgets?
rtWidgets is developed and maintained by rtCamp.

### What are the best alternatives to rtWidgets?
The most popular alternatives to rtWidgets are WP Categories Widget (6K+ installs), ABD Dashboard Widget Manager (300+ installs) and Custom Widget Area (200+ installs).


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