# Standard XML Sitemaps

> Standard XML Sitemaps has 10+ active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Standard XML Sitemaps shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 18 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**The plugin work like XML feed. It’s no file generated. It’s automatic generate when need. It’s also add sitemap url into current robots.txt that allow search engine crawling. No option required just install and live.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 9,222
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (+40% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jul 28, 2008
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 2.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Patrick Chia (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mypatricks/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/standard-xml-sitemap/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [google sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-sitemap/) | #6 | 10 |
| [search engine](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search-engine/) | #9 | 37 |
| [standard](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/standard/) | #2 | 3 |
| [xml sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/xml-sitemap/) | #46 | 92 |
| [yahoo sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/yahoo-sitemap/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| google sitemap | >100 | 863 |
| search engine | >100 | 4,948 |
| standard | >100 | 10,000 |
| xml sitemap | >100 | 712 |
| yahoo sitemap | #26 | 26 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Sitemap by BestWebSoft – WordPress XML Site Map Page Generator Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-sitemap-plugin/) | 20K+ | 4.3/5 (115) | May 14, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 2 | [Sitemap by click5](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sitemap-by-click5/) | 6K+ | 4.2/5 (26) | Sep 28, 2023 | 42/100 |
| 3 | [WP SEO HTML Sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-seo-html-sitemap/) | 5K+ | 4.9/5 (17) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |
| 4 | [XML Sitemaps](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xml-sitemaps/) | 2K+ | 4.5/5 (13) | Nov 28, 2017 | 38/100 |
| 5 | [Custom Sitemap Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-sitemap-generator/) | 100+ | 5/5 (3) | Jul 1, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 7 | [Auto Sitemap on Footer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/auto-link-xml-sitemap/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 4, 2013 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [XML Sitemap for Stella](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xml-sitemap-for-stella/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 3, 2014 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [Smart Sitemap Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-sitemap-generator/) | <10 | — | Feb 16, 2023 | 21/100 |
| 10 | [CultDevOps Xml Sitemap Generator: Seo, News, Video, Images, E-Commerce, Ads & Price Comparison](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cultdevops-xml-sitemap-generator/) | <10 | — | Aug 17, 2025 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Standard XML Sitemaps safe to use in 2026?
Standard XML Sitemaps shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 18 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Standard XML Sitemaps?
Standard XML Sitemaps is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 9,222 times since it launched in July 2008. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Standard XML Sitemaps work with WordPress 7.1?
Standard XML Sitemaps is officially tested up to WordPress 2.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Standard XML Sitemaps last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on July 28, 2008 (18 years ago).

### Who makes Standard XML Sitemaps?
Standard XML Sitemaps is developed and maintained by Patrick Chia.

### What are the best alternatives to Standard XML Sitemaps?
The most popular alternatives to Standard XML Sitemaps are Sitemap by BestWebSoft (20K+ installs), Sitemap by click5 (6K+ installs) and WP SEO HTML Sitemap (5K+ installs).


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