Static Suffix – Site Wide .html Extension
Appends a .html suffix to the permalinks of selected post types and taxonomies.
Solid choice
Static Suffix is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 4 days ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
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Rankings
Where Static Suffix stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| .html suffix | #5 |
| custom permalinks | >100 |
| permalinks | >100 |
| rewrite rules | >100 |
| seo urls | >100 |
About Static Suffix
From the official readme · v1.1.1Description
Static Suffix – Site Wide .html Extension allows you to append .html to the URLs of your WordPress pages, posts, custom post types, and taxonomies. This is useful for SEO purposes, migrations from legacy systems, or simply formatting your website URLs.
The plugin provides a simple, modern settings page where you can choose exactly which content types and taxonomies should have the .html extension.
Installation
- Upload the
static-suffix-site-wide-html-extensionfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Configure settings under Settings > Static Suffix .html Suffix.
Frequently asked questions
Does it support custom post types?
Yes, all registered public custom post types will be automatically listed and supported.
Does it support custom taxonomies?
Yes, all registered public taxonomies (categories, tags, and custom taxonomies) will be listed and supported.
Will this cause 404 errors?
No, the plugin automatically flushes the rewrite rules when you save settings to ensure that the new URLs work immediately.
Changelog
1.0.1
- Initial release. Multisite compatibility improvements.
1.1.0
- Added 301 redirect support for old permalinks.
- Fixed trailing slash sanitization issue.
1.1.1
- Minor Bug Fixes.
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Best Static Suffix alternatives
All .html suffix plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
html suffix
1) Go to WordPress dashboard
|
10+ |
FAQ
Static Suffix: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 21, 2026
Is Static Suffix free?
Yes. Static Suffix is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Static Suffix safe to use in 2026?
Static Suffix is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 4 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Static Suffix?
Static Suffix is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 309 times since it launched in July 2026. It was downloaded 107 times in the last 30 days.
Does Static Suffix work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Static Suffix up to WordPress 7.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.
What PHP version does Static Suffix need?
Static Suffix requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Static Suffix last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on October 17, 2026 (4 days ago).
Who makes Static Suffix?
Static Suffix is developed and maintained by Rishabh Gupta.
What are the best alternatives to Static Suffix?
The most popular alternatives to Static Suffix are html suffix (10+ installs).
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