# Simple Popup Block

> Simple Popup Block has 500+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 4 reviews and 224 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 32/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Popup Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 500+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

**Introducing Simple Popup Block: the easy way to manage popups on your website. With its user-friendly interface, creating customized popups is a breeze. Enjoy enhanced engagement without sacrificing page speed.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 500+
- **Total downloads:** 8,282
- **Downloads (30 days):** 224 (+44.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 4 reviews
- **Health score:** 32/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2.6
- **Last updated:** Apr 21, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.11
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.1+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** CodeManas (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/codemanas/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-popup-block/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,017 |
| [modal](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/modal/) | #26 | 147 |
| [popup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/popup/) | #75 | 486 |
| [simple popup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/simple-popup/) | #1 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| modal | >100 | 3,821 |
| popup | >100 | 5,334 |
| simple popup | #31 | 2,006 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,872) | Oct 9, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (526) | Aug 14, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Oct 8, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Oct 2, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Popup Block safe to use in 2026?
Simple Popup Block shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 500+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 32/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Popup Block?
Simple Popup Block is active on 500+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,282 times since it launched in November 2023. It was downloaded 224 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Popup Block work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Popup Block is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Simple Popup Block need?
Simple Popup Block requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple Popup Block last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.6, was released on April 21, 2025 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Popup Block?
Simple Popup Block is developed and maintained by CodeManas.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Popup Block?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Popup Block are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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