# Search Modal Block

> Search Modal Block has 70+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 3 reviews and 108 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 60/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Search Modal Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

**A customizable search modal block that adds an elegant and accessible search experience to your WordPress site.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 70+
- **Total downloads:** 1,736
- **Downloads (30 days):** 108 (+1.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 60/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.3.0
- **Last updated:** Jun 18, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.1+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** philhoyt (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/philhoyt/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/search-modal-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,016 |
| [modal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/modal/) | #50 | 149 |
| [popup search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/popup-search/) | #1 | 1 |
| [search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search/) | >100 | 593 |
| [search form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search-form/) | #1 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| modal | #14 | 3,814 |
| popup search | #43 | 2,827 |
| search | >100 | 10,000 |
| search form | #99 | 8,681 |

## Version adoption

- 1.3: 82.9%
- 1.2: 17.1%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,871) | Oct 9, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 8, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 56/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Oct 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Search Modal Block safe to use in 2026?
Search Modal Block works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 70+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Search Modal Block?
Search Modal Block is active on 70+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,736 times since it launched in November 2024. It was downloaded 108 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Search Modal Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Search Modal Block is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Search Modal Block need?
Search Modal Block requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Search Modal Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on June 18, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes Search Modal Block?
Search Modal Block is developed and maintained by philhoyt.

### What are the best alternatives to Search Modal Block?
The most popular alternatives to Search Modal Block are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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