# TopBar Buddy

> TopBar Buddy has 20+ active installs and 162 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** TopBar Buddy works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**WordPress announcement bar plugin with scheduling, sticky notification bars, page targeting, and GDPR-friendly close button.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 933
- **Downloads (30 days):** 162 (+121.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 29, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** EVOLVE (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/elearningevolve/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/topbar-buddy/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [announcement bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/announcement-bar/) | #13 | 45 |
| [banner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/banner/) | #74 | 198 |
| [notification bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/notification-bar/) | #31 | 80 |
| [scheduling](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/scheduling/) | #48 | 212 |
| [sticky bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sticky-bar/) | #13 | 33 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| announcement bar | >100 | 441 |
| banner | >100 | 5,066 |
| notification bar | >100 | 2,004 |
| scheduling | >100 | 2,103 |
| sticky bar | >100 | 926 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [HashBar – Announcement, Notification Bar & Popup Campaign](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hashbar-wp-notification-bar/) | 9K+ | 4.2/5 (38) | Sep 21, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 2 | [Advanced Floating Content Lite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-floating-content-lite/) | 7K+ | 4.1/5 (30) | Jul 14, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 3 | [Announcement Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/announcement-bar/) | 3K+ | 1/5 (2) | Apr 23, 2015 | 23/100 |
| 4 | [BellePopups](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bellepopups/) | 300+ | — | Aug 24, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 5 | [Announceo – Scrolling Notification Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/announceo-scrolling-notification-bar/) | 100+ | — | Dec 18, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 6 | [YooBar – Notification Bar & Announcement Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yoo-bar/) | 100+ | — | Aug 23, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 7 | [FooConvert – AI Popup Builder for Flyouts, Overlays & Bars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fooconvert/) | 100+ | 5/5 (3) | Aug 27, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 8 | [Announcement Notification Bar – Notification Top Bar & Sticky Call to Action Banner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/announcement-notification-bar/) | 50+ | — | Sep 7, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 9 | [FYP News Ticker – Scrolling News Banner & Announcement Bar for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fyp-news-ticker/) | 50+ | — | Sep 3, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 10 | [NoticePulse — Notification Bar, Announcement Bar & Cookie Notice](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/noticepulse/) | 40+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 7, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is TopBar Buddy free?
Yes. TopBar Buddy is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. The developer also sells premium add-ons or a Pro version with extra features.

### Is TopBar Buddy safe to use in 2026?
TopBar Buddy works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use TopBar Buddy?
TopBar Buddy is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 933 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 162 times in the last 30 days.

### Does TopBar Buddy work with WordPress 7.1?
TopBar Buddy is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was TopBar Buddy last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 29, 2026 (1 week ago).

### Who makes TopBar Buddy?
TopBar Buddy is developed and maintained by EVOLVE.

### What are the best alternatives to TopBar Buddy?
The most popular alternatives to TopBar Buddy are HashBar (9K+ installs), Advanced Floating Content L… (7K+ installs) and Announcement Bar (3K+ installs).


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