# Simple CSV Importer

> Simple CSV Importer has 40+ active installs and 141 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Simple CSV Importer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 7 days ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 2,566
- **Downloads (30 days):** 141 (+104.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Sep 22, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.4+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Apsara Aruna (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/apsaraaruna/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-csv-importer/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [acf](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/acf/) | >100 | 351 |
| [cfs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cfs/) | #6 | 10 |
| [csv](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/csv/) | #49 | 203 |
| [custom posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-posts/) | #7 | 18 |
| [importer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/importer/) | #46 | 115 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| acf | >100 | 1,570 |
| cfs | #29 | 300 |
| csv | >100 | 4,781 |
| custom posts | >100 | 10,000 |
| importer | >100 | 1,205 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Advanced Custom Fields (ACF®)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields/) | 2M+ | 4.5/5 (1,440) | Sep 10, 2026 | 97/100 |
| 2 | [ACF Content Analysis for Yoast SEO](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-content-analysis-for-yoast-seo/) | 100K+ | 4.1/5 (35) | Aug 18, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 3 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Extended](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-extended/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (132) | Aug 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Font Awesome Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields-font-awesome/) | 90K+ | 4.9/5 (36) | Aug 25, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 5 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 6 | [Table Field Add-on for ACF and SCF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-custom-fields-table-field/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (59) | Sep 14, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 7 | [Really Simple CSV Importer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/really-simple-csv-importer/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (107) | Jul 16, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 8 | [Advanced Custom Fields: Gravity Forms Add-on](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-gravityforms-add-on/) | 30K+ | 4.2/5 (14) | Dec 2, 2025 | 55/100 |
| 9 | [ACF Quick Edit Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-quickedit-fields/) | 30K+ | 4.5/5 (43) | Jan 11, 2025 | 38/100 |
| 10 | [Image Aspect Ratio Crop Field for Advanced Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-image-aspect-ratio-crop/) | 20K+ | 4.8/5 (26) | Sep 10, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple CSV Importer safe to use in 2026?
Simple CSV Importer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 7 days ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple CSV Importer?
Simple CSV Importer is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,566 times since it launched in November 2021. It was downloaded 141 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple CSV Importer work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple CSV Importer is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, 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 CSV Importer need?
Simple CSV Importer requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple CSV Importer last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on September 22, 2026 (7 days ago).

### Who makes Simple CSV Importer?
Simple CSV Importer is developed and maintained by Apsara Aruna.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple CSV Importer?
The most popular alternatives to Simple CSV Importer are Advanced Custom Fields (ACF… (2M+ installs), ACF Content Analysis for Yo… (100K+ installs) and Advanced Custom Fields: Ext… (100K+ installs).


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