# OpenHook

> OpenHook has 1K+ active installs, a 3.7/5 rating from 6 reviews and 232 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 34/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** OpenHook shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

**Add customizations to any hook in WordPress and any hook-enabled theme or plugin from within your admin panel! Wanna play hooky?**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 1K+
- **Total downloads:** 282,550
- **Downloads (30 days):** 232 (+34.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 from 6 reviews
- **Health score:** 34/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 4.3.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 29, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.3.13
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Rick Beckman (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/brazenlygeek/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/thesis-openhook/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [astra](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/astra/) | #2 | 4 |
| [custom code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-code/) | #3 | 10 |
| [flat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/flat/) | #2 | 3 |
| [headway](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/headway/) | #1 | 4 |
| [k2](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/k2/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| astra | >100 | 661 |
| custom code | >100 | 10,000 |
| flat | >100 | 1,273 |
| headway | #7 | 19 |
| k2 | #6 | 15 |

## Version adoption

- 4.3: 77.7%
- 4.2: 10.3%
- 2.3: 6.5%
- Other: 5.5%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Home Page Banner for Astra Theme](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/home-page-banner-for-astra-theme/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (3) | Aug 24, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 3 | [QuadMenu – Astra Mega Menu](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quadmenu-astra/) | 600+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 15, 2021 | 34/100 |
| 4 | [Easy Dark Theme for Astra](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-dark-theme-for-astra/) | 10+ | — | Sep 27, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is OpenHook safe to use in 2026?
OpenHook shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 1K+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use OpenHook?
OpenHook is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 282,550 times since it launched in December 2008. It was downloaded 232 times in the last 30 days.

### Does OpenHook work with WordPress 7.1?
OpenHook is officially tested up to WordPress 6.3.13, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was OpenHook last updated?
The latest version, 4.3.1, was released on September 29, 2023 (3 years ago).

### Who makes OpenHook?
OpenHook is developed and maintained by Rick Beckman.

### What are the best alternatives to OpenHook?
The most popular alternatives to OpenHook are Home Page Banner for Astra… (2K+ installs), QuadMenu – Astra Mega Menu (600+ installs) and Easy Dark Theme for Astra (10+ installs).


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