# Simple Blog Layout

> Simple Blog Layout has 10+ active installs and 61 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Blog Layout shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Simple Plugin for Blog a custom blog layout. See screenshot for more details.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 1,652
- **Downloads (30 days):** 61 (+8.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Dec 15, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.33
- **Requires:** 
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Akhtarujjaman Shuvo (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mdshuvo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-blog-layout/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog/) | >100 | 256 |
| [blog design](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog-design/) | #5 | 10 |
| [blog layout](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/blog-layout/) | #8 | 12 |
| [custom bolg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-bolg/) | #1 | 1 |
| [simple blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/simple-blog/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| blog | >100 | 10,000 |
| blog design | >100 | 2,405 |
| blog layout | >100 | 2,134 |
| custom bolg | #1 | 1 |
| simple blog | >100 | 3,304 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/so-widgets-bundle/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (134) | Sep 22, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [All In One Favicon](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/all-in-one-favicon/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (82) | Aug 8, 2023 | 46/100 |
| 3 | [Gum Addon for Elementor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gum-elementor-addon/) | 50K+ | — | Aug 19, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 4 | [Blog Designer Pack – Blog, Post Grid, Post Slider, Post Carousel, Category Post, News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-designer-pack/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (79) | Aug 27, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 5 | [Post Slider and Post Carousel with Post Vertical Scrolling Widget – A Responsive Post Slider](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-slider-and-carousel/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (31) | Aug 27, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 6 | [Latest Posts Block – Dynamic Posts Grid, Posts List, Posts Tile with Stunning Layouts for WordPress Blogs & Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/latest-posts-block-lite/) | 6K+ | 4/5 (1) | Dec 10, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Blog Stats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-blog-stats/) | 4K+ | 4.9/5 (38) | Aug 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Classic Blog Grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/classic-blog-grid/) | 4K+ | 3/5 (2) | Sep 7, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 9 | [WP Image Borders](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-image-borders/) | 2K+ | 4.2/5 (45) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |
| 10 | [Blog-in-Blog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/blog-in-blog/) | 800+ | 5/5 (16) | Jan 26, 2026 | 48/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Blog Layout safe to use in 2026?
Simple Blog Layout shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Blog Layout?
Simple Blog Layout is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,652 times since it launched in December 2017. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Blog Layout work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Blog Layout is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Simple Blog Layout last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on December 15, 2017 (9 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Blog Layout?
Simple Blog Layout is developed and maintained by Akhtarujjaman Shuvo.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Blog Layout?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Blog Layout are SiteOrigin Widgets Bundle (400K+ installs), All In One Favicon (60K+ installs) and Gum Addon for Elementor (50K+ installs).


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