# Trash Post in Block Editor

> Trash Post in Block Editor has <10 active installs and 59 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Trash Post in Block Editor works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**This plugin provides a quick way to delete or trash a Post from within the Block Editor. Previously, the only way to achieve this required a user to exit the article or post before deleting. Not anymore! Now, from the…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,248
- **Downloads (30 days):** 59 (+20.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.2.3
- **Last updated:** May 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.6+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** badasswp (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/badasswp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/trash-post-in-block-editor/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/block/) | >100 | 1,002 |
| [delete](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/delete/) | #68 | 77 |
| [editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/editor/) | >100 | 575 |
| [post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post/) | >100 | 1,204 |
| [trash](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/trash/) | #21 | 23 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| block | >100 | 10,000 |
| delete | >100 | 10,000 |
| editor | >100 | 10,000 |
| post | >100 | 10,000 |
| trash | >100 | 1,223 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Spectra Legacy – Gutenberg Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ultimate-addons-for-gutenberg/) | 1M+ | 4.7/5 (1,870) | Sep 28, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [Breadcrumb NavXT](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breadcrumb-navxt/) | 800K+ | 4.6/5 (132) | Aug 29, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 3 | [PDF Embedder – PDF Viewer & Embed PDF Files for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pdf-embedder/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (523) | Aug 14, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 4 | [Layout Grid Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/layout-grid/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (13) | Jul 11, 2023 | 43/100 |
| 5 | [Crowdsignal Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/crowdsignal-forms/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (3) | Jul 6, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 6 | [Content Views – Post Grid & Filter (Shortcode, Blocks, Elementor Widgets)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/content-views-query-and-display-post-page/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (333) | Aug 31, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 7 | [Email Address Encoder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-address-encoder/) | 100K+ | 4.2/5 (160) | Apr 12, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Sitemap – Responsive HTML Sitemap for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-sitemap/) | 60K+ | 3.9/5 (72) | Sep 1, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Flexible Table Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexible-table-block/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (34) | Jul 26, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 10 | [Genesis Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/genesis-blocks/) | 40K+ | 3.7/5 (24) | Aug 20, 2026 | 65/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Trash Post in Block Editor free?
Yes. Trash Post in Block Editor is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Trash Post in Block Editor safe to use in 2026?
Trash Post in Block Editor works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Trash Post in Block Editor?
Trash Post in Block Editor is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,248 times since it launched in November 2024. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Trash Post in Block Editor work with WordPress 7.1?
Trash Post in Block Editor is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Trash Post in Block Editor need?
Trash Post in Block Editor requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Trash Post in Block Editor last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.3, was released on May 26, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes Trash Post in Block Editor?
Trash Post in Block Editor is developed and maintained by badasswp.

### What are the best alternatives to Trash Post in Block Editor?
The most popular alternatives to Trash Post in Block Editor are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Breadcrumb NavXT (800K+ installs) and PDF Embedder (300K+ installs).


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