Scroll Reminder by Eskim
Add a smooth, customizable reading progress bar and percentage label to your posts and pages.
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Scroll Reminder by Eskim shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 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
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Rankings
Where Scroll Reminder by Eskim stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| engagement | >100 |
| progress bar | >100 |
| reading bar | >100 |
| scroll indicator | >100 |
| ux | >100 |
About Scroll Reminder by Eskim
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Scroll Reminder by Eskim helps users track their reading progress by adding a subtle, animated progress bar and optional percentage label to your site. Ideal for long-form content, articles, and blogs. Works out-of-the-box and fully configurable in the settings panel.
Key Features:
- Fixed reading progress bar (top or bottom of the screen)
- Optional percentage label box (fully stylable)
- Full customization: height, color, font size, z-index, transition speed
- Separate control for bar and label visibility
- Option to hide on mobile devices
- Works with posts, pages, and any public post type
- Clean, lightweight, and unobtrusive
Credits
Developed by Eskim
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin via the Plugins menu in WordPress.
- Go to Settings > Scroll Reminder to customize options.
Frequently asked questions
Can I show the bar only on posts?
Yes. By default, the bar displays on single posts. You can change this behavior via filters or conditional logic in your theme.
Is it mobile responsive?
Yes. The plugin is responsive, and you can optionally hide the components on mobile via the settings panel.
What if the progress bar doesn’t appear?
Make sure your theme includes wp_footer() in footer.php, and that the plugin is enabled in settings.
Can I customize the position, size, and colors?
Yes. Everything from bar position and height to font size and color of the label can be configured in the admin panel.
Changelog
First public version of Scroll Reminder by Eskim.
1.0.0
- Initial release with full customization for reading progress bar and percentage label.
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FAQ
Scroll Reminder by Eskim: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is Scroll Reminder by Eskim free?
Yes. Scroll Reminder by Eskim is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Scroll Reminder by Eskim safe to use in 2026?
Scroll Reminder by Eskim shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Scroll Reminder by Eskim?
Scroll Reminder by Eskim is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 522 times since it launched in May 2025. It was downloaded 41 times in the last 30 days.
Does Scroll Reminder by Eskim work with WordPress 7.1?
Scroll Reminder by Eskim is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Scroll Reminder by Eskim need?
Scroll Reminder by Eskim requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Scroll Reminder by Eskim last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 7, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Scroll Reminder by Eskim?
Scroll Reminder by Eskim is developed and maintained by Maciej.
What are the best alternatives to Scroll Reminder by Eskim?
The most popular alternatives to Scroll Reminder by Eskim are Disqus Comment System (30K+ installs), Slickstream: Engagement and… (2K+ installs) and bbPress Voting (400+ installs).
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