# WP JV Post Reading Groups

> WP JV Post Reading Groups has 200+ active installs, a 3.7/5 rating from 9 reviews and 117 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 22/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP JV Post Reading Groups shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 22/100 on our health check.

**Easily create posts and pages visible only for selected users of your blog**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 200+
- **Total downloads:** 12,447
- **Downloads (30 days):** 117 (+95% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3.7/5 from 9 reviews
- **Health score:** 22/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 2.4
- **Last updated:** Nov 21, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.5.23
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.9.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Janos Ver (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/janosver/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-jv-post-reading-groups/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/access/) | #14 | 83 |
| [login](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/login/) | >100 | 919 |
| [permission](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/permission/) | #2 | 14 |
| [permissions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/permissions/) | #11 | 71 |
| [post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post/) | >100 | 1,200 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| access | >100 | 10,000 |
| login | >100 | 8,848 |
| permission | >100 | 5,395 |
| permissions | >100 | 5,395 |
| post | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 2.4: 89.5%
- 2.2: 5.9%
- 2.1: 4.6%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Loginizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/loginizer/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (1,033) | Oct 9, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 2 | [User Role Editor](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-role-editor/) | 700K+ | 4.5/5 (288) | Sep 25, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 3 | [Members – Membership & User Role Editor Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/members/) | 300K+ | 4.9/5 (1,280) | Aug 25, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 4 | [Remove Dashboard Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/remove-dashboard-access-for-non-admins/) | 30K+ | 4.6/5 (78) | May 22, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 5 | [User Access Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/user-access-manager/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (112) | Sep 10, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 6 | [Groups – Memberships and Access Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (382) | Sep 24, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 7 | [Controlled Admin Access](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/controlled-admin-access/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (45) | Aug 20, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Membership Form Shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-membership-form-shortcode/) | 2K+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 21, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 9 | [Authenticator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/authenticator/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (8) | Jan 21, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 10 | [Groups 404 Redirect](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/groups-404-redirect/) | 1K+ | 4.6/5 (10) | Sep 25, 2026 | 80/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is WP JV Post Reading Groups free?
Yes. WP JV Post Reading Groups is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is WP JV Post Reading Groups safe to use in 2026?
WP JV Post Reading Groups shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 200+ sites, is rated 3.7/5 and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 22/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP JV Post Reading Groups?
WP JV Post Reading Groups is active on 200+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 12,447 times since it launched in August 2014. It was downloaded 117 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP JV Post Reading Groups work with WordPress 7.1?
WP JV Post Reading Groups is officially tested up to WordPress 5.5.23, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was WP JV Post Reading Groups last updated?
The latest version, 2.4, was released on November 21, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes WP JV Post Reading Groups?
WP JV Post Reading Groups is developed and maintained by Janos Ver.

### What are the best alternatives to WP JV Post Reading Groups?
The most popular alternatives to WP JV Post Reading Groups are Loginizer (1M+ installs), User Role Editor (700K+ installs) and Members (300K+ installs).


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