# Simple Admin Notes

> Simple Admin Notes has 200+ active installs, a 3.3/5 rating from 4 reviews and 107 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 28/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Admin Notes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 3.3/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

**Like a built in notepad, leave notes for clients or yourself in the WordPress admin. Attach notes to above or below the editor of a post (or page or custom post type) and also has a default “Notes” section available…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 200+
- **Total downloads:** 12,137
- **Downloads (30 days):** 107 (+20.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.3/5 from 4 reviews
- **Health score:** 28/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.0
- **Last updated:** Dec 30, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.7.41
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** wycks (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/wycks/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-admin-notes/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [admin notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/admin-notes/) | #4 | 20 |
| [client notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/client-notes/) | #1 | 1 |
| [notepad](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/notepad/) | #2 | 7 |
| [notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/notes/) | #18 | 105 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| admin notes | >100 | 9,361 |
| client notes | >100 | 2,847 |
| notepad | #32 | 42 |
| notes | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 87.2%
- 1.0: 12.8%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wb-sticky-notes/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (7) | Sep 4, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 2 | [User Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-notes/) | 800+ | 4.8/5 (15) | Aug 25, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [KeepInMind Dashboard Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/keepinmind-dashboard-notes/) | 300+ | 5/5 (9) | May 7, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 5 | [Product Admin Notes Simple](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/products-admin-notes-simple/) | 100+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 1, 2017 | 37/100 |
| 6 | [A Note Above – WP Dashboard Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/a-note-above-wp-dashboard-notes/) | 40+ | 5/5 (1) | Nov 12, 2023 | 31/100 |
| 7 | [Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/notes/) | 30+ | — | Jan 1, 2020 | 24/100 |
| 8 | [Beckin Post Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/beckin-post-notes/) | 20+ | — | Dec 7, 2025 | 39/100 |
| 9 | [T4P Dashboard Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/t4p-dashboard-notes/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Nov 26, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [NoteFlow – Notes, Checklists & Team Collaboration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/noteflow/) | 10+ | — | Sep 24, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 11 | [Plugmint – Draggable Admin Notes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugmint-draggable-notes/) | <10 | — | Mar 17, 2026 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Admin Notes safe to use in 2026?
Simple Admin Notes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 3.3/5 and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 28/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Admin Notes?
Simple Admin Notes is active on 200+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 12,137 times since it launched in September 2011. It was downloaded 107 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Admin Notes work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Admin Notes is officially tested up to WordPress 3.7.41, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Simple Admin Notes last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.0, was released on December 30, 2013 (13 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Admin Notes?
Simple Admin Notes is developed and maintained by wycks.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Admin Notes?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Admin Notes are Sticky Notes for WP Dashboa… (1K+ installs), User Notes (800+ installs) and KeepInMind Dashboard Notes (300+ installs).


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