# WP Random Quote

> WP Random Quote has 20+ active installs and 46 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** WP Random Quote shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**Display a random quote provided by QOTD.org in your sidebar as a widget or in a page/post using a shortcode. For more info:www.qotd.org/wp-plugin.html**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 6,017
- **Downloads (30 days):** 46 (+58.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.3
- **Last updated:** Jan 19, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.1.42
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** sabirmostofa (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/sabirmostofa/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-random-quote/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [quotes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/quotes/) | #30 | 132 |
| [random](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/random/) | #38 | 98 |
| [random quotes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/random-quotes/) | #3 | 11 |
| [sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/sidebar/) | >100 | 489 |
| [widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widget/) | >100 | 2,319 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| quotes | >100 | 3,046 |
| random | >100 | 2,912 |
| random quotes | >100 | 361 |
| sidebar | >100 | 10,000 |
| widget | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Quotes for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quotes-for-woocommerce/) | 4K+ | 4.6/5 (61) | Jun 16, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Pull Quote](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-pull-quote/) | 1K+ | 4.2/5 (10) | Nov 24, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 3 | [wpuntexturize](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpuntexturize/) | 900+ | 4.6/5 (12) | Apr 8, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 4 | [Easy Quotes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-quotes/) | 700+ | 4.7/5 (6) | Aug 16, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 5 | [Quotes Addon for GetPaid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/invoicing-quotes/) | 600+ | — | Jun 4, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 6 | [Easy Invoice – Invoice Generator, PDF Quotes & Payments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-invoice/) | 600+ | 4.4/5 (7) | Sep 29, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Testimonials Showcase](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-testimonials-showcase/) | 500+ | 5/5 (1) | May 24, 2024 | 34/100 |
| 8 | [XV Random Quotes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xv-random-quotes/) | 300+ | 3.7/5 (6) | Sep 3, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 9 | [Quote of the Day by BrainyQuote](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quote-of-the-day-by-brainyquote/) | 200+ | 3.4/5 (5) | Oct 25, 2020 | 32/100 |
| 10 | [Quotes Shortcode and Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quotes-shortcode-and-widget/) | 100+ | 4/5 (2) | Apr 1, 2022 | 29/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is WP Random Quote safe to use in 2026?
WP Random Quote shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use WP Random Quote?
WP Random Quote is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,017 times since it launched in November 2011. It was downloaded 46 times in the last 30 days.

### Does WP Random Quote work with WordPress 7.1?
WP Random Quote is officially tested up to WordPress 4.1.42, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was WP Random Quote last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.3, was released on January 19, 2015 (12 years ago).

### Who makes WP Random Quote?
WP Random Quote is developed and maintained by sabirmostofa.

### What are the best alternatives to WP Random Quote?
The most popular alternatives to WP Random Quote are Quotes for WooCommerce (4K+ installs), Simple Pull Quote (1K+ installs) and wpuntexturize (900+ installs).


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