Yes, Layers is free to use. It is available as a free plugin on WordPress.org.

How many websites use Layers?

Layers has 90 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Layers alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Layers include MultiLayer Image and Text Block. You can compare them side-by-side on our comparison pages.

Does Layers work with the latest WordPress?

Layers has been tested up to WordPress 6.8.5. It requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.4+.

Layers — Reviews, Rating & Alternatives (2026)

Name: Layers
Author: StripesWP

As of April 2026, Layers is a WordPress layer plugin with 90 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 4.5K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 5.0+ and PHP 7.4+. Available on WordPress.org since 2017. Top alternative: MultiLayer Image and Text Block.

0/5Rating

90active installs

4.5K+total downloads

9 yearssince 2017

Overview

The simplest and most elegant way of adding full-width, layered content areas to your website, with a simple shortcode: [layer]…[/layer]. Add as many layers and colors and images as you like.

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