# Sticky Back2Top Universal

> Sticky Back2Top Universal has 100+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 3 reviews and 93 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 39/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Sticky Back2Top Universal shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

**Tested up to: 5.1.1 Adds a sticky icon to any WordPress site, gently returning users to the top. Works on all themes, but optimized for Genesis.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 4,368
- **Downloads (30 days):** 93 (+1.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 3 reviews
- **Health score:** 39/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.1.1
- **Last updated:** Apr 29, 2019
- **Tested up to:** —
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Michael Kastler (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/mkastler/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/sticky-back2top-for-genesis/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [arrow](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/arrow/) | #3 | 8 |
| [back to top](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/back-to-top/) | #29 | 77 |
| [buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/buttons/) | #31 | 82 |
| [genesis](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/genesis/) | #37 | 87 |
| [navigation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/navigation/) | >100 | 378 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| arrow | >100 | 1,933 |
| back to top | >100 | 4,117 |
| buttons | >100 | 10,000 |
| genesis | >100 | 297 |
| navigation | >100 | 6,351 |

## Version adoption

- 2.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Scroll Down Arrow](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scroll-down-arrow/) | 900+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 30, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 2 | [Indicate External Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/indicate-external-links/) | 600+ | 5/5 (7) | Jun 23, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 4 | [WP Keyboard Navigation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-keyboard-navigation/) | 30+ | 5/5 (4) | Oct 9, 2013 | 31/100 |
| 5 | [Awesome Scroll To Top](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/awesome-scroll-to-top/) | 20+ | — | Jul 22, 2018 | 24/100 |
| 6 | [Jamie’s WP Arrow Newsletter Subscriber](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jamies-wp-arrow-newsletter-subscriber/) | 10+ | — | May 23, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 7 | [Smart Arrow Shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-arrow-shortcodes/) | 10+ | — | Jun 24, 2013 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [FRIA Single Value Chart](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fria-single-value-chart/) | <10 | — | Aug 6, 2020 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Sticky Back2Top Universal free?
Yes. Sticky Back2Top Universal is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Sticky Back2Top Universal safe to use in 2026?
Sticky Back2Top Universal shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 7 years ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Sticky Back2Top Universal?
Sticky Back2Top Universal is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,368 times since it launched in May 2016. It was downloaded 93 times in the last 30 days.

### When was Sticky Back2Top Universal last updated?
The latest version, 2.1.1, was released on April 29, 2019 (7 years ago).

### Who makes Sticky Back2Top Universal?
Sticky Back2Top Universal is developed and maintained by Michael Kastler.

### What are the best alternatives to Sticky Back2Top Universal?
The most popular alternatives to Sticky Back2Top Universal are Scroll Down Arrow (900+ installs), Indicate External Links (600+ installs) and WP Keyboard Navigation (30+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-back2top-for-genesis/ · Generated 2026-10-17 18:51 UTC by PageForge