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

How many websites use SideNav?

SideNav has 10 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best SideNav alternatives?

Popular alternatives to SideNav include Admin Menu Editor, Max Mega Menu, Menu Icons by ThemeIsle. You can compare them side-by-side on our comparison pages.

Does SideNav work with the latest WordPress?

SideNav has been tested up to WordPress 6.1.10. It requires WordPress 4.2+ and PHP false+.

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SideNav

Name: SideNav
Author: tradesouthwest

Slide-out navigation for right or left side slide out pull-out menu.

By tradesouthwest·Menu·Free

·10 active installs·Updated 3 years ago

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As of April 2026, SideNav is a WordPress menu plugin with 10 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 2.0K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 4.2+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2017. Last updated 3 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Admin Menu Editor.

0/5Rating

10active installs

2.0K+total downloads

9 yearssince 2017

Overview

Create a basic yet stylable slide out menu for your website that is easy to integrate into any theme. Add your font size and font family name to the control panel, then choose left or right and you are set. Has option to turn off menu if you decide you want to hide your links. There is a z-index adjustment for theme compatibility. Menus can be created using the WordPress administrator Menus in Appearance > Menus. Just select your pages and assign them to “Side Off-Canvas Menu” and Save.

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