# Snippet Shortcodes

> Snippet Shortcodes has 4K+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 25 reviews and 863 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 79/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Snippet Shortcodes is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 4K+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 79/100 on our health check.

**Create a library of custom shortcodes and reusable content, and seamlessly insert them into your posts and pages.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 4K+
- **Total downloads:** 133,274
- **Downloads (30 days):** 863 (-63.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 25 reviews
- **Health score:** 79/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 5.2.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 14, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** YeKen (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/aliakro/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/shortcode-variables/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | #18 | 308 |
| [library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/library/) | #7 | 76 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | #43 | 1,376 |
| [snippet](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/snippet/) | #4 | 33 |
| [variable](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/variable/) | #1 | 12 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom | >100 | 10,000 |
| library | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcode | #8 | 10,000 |
| snippet | #11 | 2,479 |
| variable | #30 | 7,212 |

## Version adoption

- 5.2: 35.4%
- 5.1: 25.5%
- 1.7: 17.4%
- 4.0: 6.8%
- 4.1: 5.4%
- Other: 9.4%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 3 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [Smart Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-custom-fields/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (20) | Jul 16, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Gallery Custom Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gallery-custom-links/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (206) | Aug 20, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 6 | [Scripts n Styles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scripts-n-styles/) | 30K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Jun 6, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 7 | [Ocean Custom Sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ocean-custom-sidebar/) | 20K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Custom Block Builder – Lazy Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-blocks/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (80) | Aug 31, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Body Class](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-custom-body-class/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Jul 27, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Meks Time Ago](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-time-ago/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (9) | Dec 4, 2025 | 54/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Snippet Shortcodes safe to use in 2026?
Snippet Shortcodes is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 4K+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 79/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Snippet Shortcodes?
Snippet Shortcodes is active on 4K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 133,274 times since it launched in July 2015. It was downloaded 863 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Snippet Shortcodes work with WordPress 7.1?
Snippet Shortcodes is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was Snippet Shortcodes last updated?
The latest version, 5.2.1, was released on August 14, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Snippet Shortcodes?
Snippet Shortcodes is developed and maintained by YeKen.

### What are the best alternatives to Snippet Shortcodes?
The most popular alternatives to Snippet Shortcodes are White Label CMS (200K+ installs), Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs) and ACF Photo Gallery Field (60K+ installs).


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