User Notepad
Allows logged-in users to take notes on your website's frontend, enhancing their experience on blogs, LMS, e-commerce, and more.
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User Notepad shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where User Notepad stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| education | >100 |
| learning | >100 |
| lms | >100 |
| notepad | #9 |
| notes | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About User Notepad
From the official readme · v1.1.0Description
Allows your website’s logged-in users to take notes on the frontend. Suitable for blogs, LMS, e-commerce stores, or any other type of website. Enhance your users’ experience by enabling them to take educational notes, jot down important details on blog posts, or make product notes on e-commerce pages. This plugin provides a versatile and user-friendly way for your users to interact with your content, making their time on your site more productive and engaging.
Key Features:
- Frontend note-taking for logged-in users
- Ideal for educational purposes, blogs, and product pages
- Notes can be downloaded as a .doc file
- Customizable ‘take note’ button and settings in the admin area
- Shortcode [usnptd_print_all_notes] to display all notes taken by a user
Use Cases:
- Educational Sites (LMS): Students can take notes while studying course content.
- Blogs: Readers can jot down thoughts or important points while reading articles.
- E-commerce Stores: Shoppers can note down product details for comparison.
Benefits:
- Enhances user engagement
- Makes your website more interactive
- Provides a useful tool for educational and e-commerce websites
Usage
- Create a new page and add the shortcode
[usnptd_print_all_notes]to display all notes taken by a user. - Go to the User Notepad admin settings and select the page where you added the shortcode as the “All Notes” page.
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/user-notepaddirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Use the plugin’s settings page to configure the plugin.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work with logged-out users?
No, this plugin only works with logged-in users.
Can users download their notes?
Yes, users can download their notes as a .doc file.
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FAQ
User Notepad: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is User Notepad free?
Yes. User Notepad is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is User Notepad safe to use in 2026?
User Notepad shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 26/100 on our health check.
How many websites use User Notepad?
User Notepad is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,039 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 68 times in the last 30 days.
Does User Notepad work with WordPress 7.1?
User Notepad is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does User Notepad need?
User Notepad requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was User Notepad last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on January 12, 2025 (2 years ago).
Who makes User Notepad?
User Notepad is developed and maintained by Cybrok Solutions.
What are the best alternatives to User Notepad?
The most popular alternatives to User Notepad are Tutor LMS (100K+ installs), LearnPress (70K+ installs) and Interactive Content – H5P (40K+ installs).
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