Simple Sticky TOC
Simple Sticky TOC automatically generates a sticky table of contents for single posts or pages by parsing , , and tags. It is lightweight, mobile-friendly, and works without jQuery.
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Simple Sticky TOC shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Simple Sticky TOC stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| anchor | >100 |
| headings | >100 |
| sticky | >100 |
| table of contents | >100 |
| toc | #53 |
About Simple Sticky TOC
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Simple Sticky TOC automatically generates a sticky table of contents for single posts or pages by parsing <h2>, <h3>, and <h4> tags. It is lightweight, mobile-friendly, and works without jQuery.
Features:
– Automatically detects and anchors h2–h4 headings
– Sticky TOC with vertical layout on desktop
– Sticky toggleable TOC on mobile
– Built-in RTL support (positioning + layout)
– Option to disable TOC on individual posts
– Option to customize TOC layout from your theme
– Auto-generated anchor IDs for headings
– Clean CSS, pure JavaScript, no jQuery
Theme Override Support
To override the default markup or styles:
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Copy the default template files from the plugin:
frontend/partials/toc-template.phpassets/css/toc.cssassets/js/toc.js
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Paste them into your theme inside the following folder:
your-theme/simple-sticky-toc/
Supported override files:
simple-sticky-toc/toc-template.php– custom TOC markupsimple-sticky-toc/toc.css– custom stylessimple-sticky-toc/toc.js– custom JS behavior
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to the
/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- The TOC will appear automatically above your post content.
Frequently asked questions
Can I choose which heading levels are used?
Yes. Go to Settings → BNDDSGN_Simple Sticky TOC and select the depth (h2, h2–h3, or h2–h4).
Can I disable TOC on some posts?
Yes, there’s a checkbox in the post editor sidebar to disable it per-post.
Can I change the layout or style?
Yes, copy toc-template.php, toc.css, or toc.js into your theme folder (simple-sticky-toc/) and customize freely.
Is this plugin compatible with RTL sites?
Yes, it automatically adjusts alignment and layout.
Does it work with block themes (FSE)?
Yes.
Changelog
Improved compatibility by unifying prefixes, updated contributor info, and cleaned release package from hidden files.
1.0.1
- Unified unique prefixes for all plugin functions, classes, constants, and options to prevent conflicts.
- Updated Contributors field to
bonddesign. - Updated Stable tag to match the release version.
- Removed macOS hidden files (
.DS_Store,__MACOSX) from the distribution package.
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Auto-injects sticky TOC from headings (h2–h4)
- Responsive layout with sticky toggle button on mobile
- Per-post disable option
- Customizable template, CSS, and JS via theme override
- RTL support for layout and direction
- Clean structure (no jQuery)
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FAQ
Simple Sticky TOC: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Simple Sticky TOC free?
Yes. Simple Sticky TOC is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Simple Sticky TOC safe to use in 2026?
Simple Sticky TOC shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Simple Sticky TOC?
Simple Sticky TOC is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 519 times since it launched in August 2025. It was downloaded 37 times in the last 30 days.
Does Simple Sticky TOC work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Sticky TOC is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, 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 Sticky TOC need?
Simple Sticky TOC requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Simple Sticky TOC last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on August 10, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Simple Sticky TOC?
Simple Sticky TOC is developed and maintained by pavlobondarchuk.
What are the best alternatives to Simple Sticky TOC?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Sticky TOC are Hyperlink Group Block (7K+ installs), Anchor Block (2K+ installs) and Add Anchor Links (1K+ installs).
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