Question 1

What is the best WordPress Standard plugin?

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The most widely used standard plugins are ranked by active installations on PluginSift. You can sort by popularity, rating, or recent updates to find the best option for your needs. As of April 2026, there are 4 standard plugins available.

Question 2

How many WordPress Standard plugins are there?

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As of April 2026, there are 4 WordPress standard plugins listed on PluginSift. This includes free, freemium, and premium options from various developers.

Question 3

Are there free Standard plugins for WordPress?

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Yes, the majority of WordPress standard plugins offer a free version. Many also have premium tiers with advanced features. You can use the filter options above to browse only free plugins.

Question 4

How do I compare Standard plugins?

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PluginSift lets you compare any two plugins side by side. Visit a plugin page and click "Compare", or use the Compare tool in the navigation. Comparison pages show ratings, active installations, support quality, update frequency, and more.

WordPress Standard Plugins

Restore PayPal Standard for WooCommerce

Unit Converter

Standard XML Sitemaps

Interaction Boilerplate Creator

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