# Simple Code Block

> Simple Code Block has 200+ active installs, a 4.9/5 rating from 9 reviews and 117 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 38/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Code Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

**A simple block to the new WordPress editor Gutenberg to insert and show code with Ace Editor.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 200+
- **Total downloads:** 9,062
- **Downloads (30 days):** 117 (+56% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.9/5 from 9 reviews
- **Health score:** 38/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.2
- **Last updated:** Jan 8, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.3.25
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.6+, PHP 5.2.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** pablocianes (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/pablocianes/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-code-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ace](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ace/) | #1 | 4 |
| [code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/code/) | #43 | 228 |
| [gutenberg](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gutenberg/) | >100 | 1,294 |
| [php](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/php/) | #32 | 147 |
| [syntax highlighting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/syntax-highlighting/) | #6 | 32 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ace | #53 | 88 |
| code | >100 | 10,000 |
| gutenberg | >100 | 7,828 |
| php | >100 | 10,000 |
| syntax highlighting | >100 | 350 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | [ACE Certificazione Energetica](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ace-certificazione-energetica/) | 10+ | — | Jan 12, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 3 | [ImmobilCIO](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/immobilcio-agenzie-immobiliari/) | 10+ | — | Feb 27, 2013 | 23/100 |
| 4 | [Acelerator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acelerator/) | <10 | — | May 18, 2018 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Code Block safe to use in 2026?
Simple Code Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Code Block?
Simple Code Block is active on 200+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 9,062 times since it launched in August 2018. It was downloaded 117 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Code Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Code Block is officially tested up to WordPress 5.3.25, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Simple Code Block need?
Simple Code Block requires PHP 5.2.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple Code Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.2, was released on January 8, 2020 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Code Block?
Simple Code Block is developed and maintained by pablocianes.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Code Block?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Code Block are ACE Certificazione Energeti… (10+ installs), ImmobilCIO (10+ installs) and Acelerator (<10 installs).


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