# SimpleSitemap

> SimpleSitemap has 100+ active installs and 84 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** SimpleSitemap shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**Generates a simple sitemap for your site.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 6,442
- **Downloads (30 days):** 84 (+33.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.5
- **Last updated:** Jul 22, 2024
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.6.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Anthony (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ajferg/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simplesitemap/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/pages/) | #88 | 379 |
| [posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/posts/) | >100 | 1,118 |
| [sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sitemap/) | #58 | 272 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| pages | >100 | 10,000 |
| posts | >100 | 10,000 |
| sitemap | >100 | 1,451 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 73.4%
- 1.3: 26.6%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP-PageNavi](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-pagenavi/) | 500K+ | 4.7/5 (149) | Aug 28, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Nested Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-nested-pages/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (126) | Sep 25, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 3 | [Display Posts – Easy lists, grids, navigation, and more](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/display-posts-shortcode/) | 80K+ | 4.8/5 (164) | Oct 14, 2024 | 51/100 |
| 4 | [Insert Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/insert-pages/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (71) | Jun 19, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 5 | [Post Tags and Categories for Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-tags-and-categories-for-pages/) | 20K+ | 4.8/5 (23) | Jan 7, 2026 | 61/100 |
| 6 | [Widgets on Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widgets-on-pages/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (161) | Nov 13, 2024 | 38/100 |
| 7 | [Disable Author Archives](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-author-archives/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (7) | Aug 21, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 8 | [Essential Widgets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/essential-widgets/) | 10K+ | 3.5/5 (2) | Jun 18, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 9 | [Posts in Page](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/posts-in-page/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (86) | May 13, 2019 | 44/100 |
| 10 | [Tag Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag-pages/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (18) | Jun 24, 2022 | 42/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is SimpleSitemap safe to use in 2026?
SimpleSitemap shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use SimpleSitemap?
SimpleSitemap is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,442 times since it launched in August 2010. It was downloaded 84 times in the last 30 days.

### Does SimpleSitemap work with WordPress 7.1?
SimpleSitemap is officially tested up to WordPress 6.6.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does SimpleSitemap need?
SimpleSitemap requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was SimpleSitemap last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.5, was released on July 22, 2024 (2 years ago).

### Who makes SimpleSitemap?
SimpleSitemap is developed and maintained by Anthony.

### What are the best alternatives to SimpleSitemap?
The most popular alternatives to SimpleSitemap are WP-PageNavi (500K+ installs), Nested Pages (90K+ installs) and Display Posts (80K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simplesitemap/ · Generated 2026-10-06 22:21 UTC by PageForge