WP CV Builder

How well this listing is tuned to rank in WordPress.org search, on the factors an owner controls. Not popularity, optimization.

Directory searches this plugin turns up in, and which way each one is moving. WordPress.org publishes no history of search positions, so this starts the day we first tracked a keyword and never backfills.

wp.org is where the directory puts the plugin for that search. On merit is where it would sit if results were ranked on rating, support and updates, without the install boost. The last column is how far the wp.org position moved, from our first reading in the last 90 days to the latest.

30 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 4 listed. 26 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 3 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.

Directory rank

Ranked about #23,100 to #25,000, alongside the other plugins at 30+ installs. Plugins with the same install count swap places between wp.org requests, so this is where most of them sit. Checked monthly, last on 1 Nov 2026.

How often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.

Share of active installs on each version of this plugin. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.

Crossed into this band 5 days ago and a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, so the real count is still just over 30.

1. ★★★★★ ezeetech21

   6mo ago

   Comprehensive Feedback & Bug Report 1. Performance & Architecture Request for Standalone Version: The dependency on WooCommerce for subscriptions significantly slows down site performance. Modern plugins (like Tutor LMS or MasterStudy) are moving towards built-in marketplaces. Making this standalone would drastically improve loading times, especially for the editor page. 2. Editor UI/UX & Navigation Collapsible Panel: Add a Collapse/Expand arrow for the left-side settings panel (similar to the WP Admin menu). This would allow users to hide the panel and have a full-width preview area for better data entry. Inline Styling: Instead of a separate “Style” tab, provide styling options (colors/typography) directly within each section’s dropdown. Switching between tabs for every minor tweak is inefficient. Data Persistence: Data entered in one template should automatically reflect when switching to another style. Currently, users have to re-enter everything, which is a major drawback. 3. Visual Bugs & Layout Fixes QR Code Issues: The QR code size adjustment slider and border-radius options are missing. Also, the horizontal/vertical position sliders are not updating in real-time. Section Alignment Bug: Extra sections like “Tools” or “Awards” have misaligned bullet points/arrows. They appear on the extreme left of the page rather than being indented under the section title like the “Education” section. Header Mismatch: The header styles of the free templates do not match the demo screenshots (e.g., the tilt line effect is missing in both). Watermark Bug: The “Enable/Disable watermark” toggle for free users is non-functional; watermarks do not appear on the PDF even when the option is enabled. 4. Design Flexibility & Features Cross-Column Drag & Drop: Drag-and-drop is currently limited to vertical movement in the sidebar. Users should be able to move sections between columns (e.g., moving “Education” from right to left) directly on the visual previewer. Advanced Layouts: Consider adding 1-3 column layout choices and background effects (like waves or particles) similar to Enhancv to make the plugin more competitive. Header Contact Info: Professional CVs usually display contact details in the header. Please add an option to move Phone/Email/Social links to the top area. Diverse Skill Indicators: Please add 5-Star ratings and Progress Chips/Pills (tags) as alternatives to the current percentage sliders. Icon Customization: * Allow users to customize or change the fixed emojis/icons next to section titles. Make Hobby icons optional. The current library is limited, and users often need to list hobbies without an irrelevant icon. Custom Bullets: Add an option to choose between different bullet styles (Dots, Arrows, Numbering). 5. Pro Feature Suggestions Custom Uploads: Add a “Custom Upload” feature for sections, unique templates, or assets in the backend. Overall: The plugin has great potential, but fixing these alignment bugs and removing the WooCommerce requirement would make it a top-tier tool for the WordPress ecosystem. This topic was modified 2 months, 1 week ago by ezeetech21.

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2. ★★★★★ makeairesume

   10mo ago

   Installed WP CV Builder and it worked right away without any issues. The resume output looks clean and professional, and the overall experience is smooth. No unnecessary complexity, just does the job well.

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3. ★★★★★ uttamdigiwala

   1.5y ago

   The CV Builder plugin works seamlessly and is very user-friendly. What really impressed me was the incredible support—fast, helpful, and even went above and beyond by setting things up for me at no extra cost. Highly recommended for anyone needing a professional resume builder on their WordPress site.

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The 1 disclosed vulnerability is patched in the current version (1.8.14). Sites still on an older version should update.

1. Patched Medium · 5.3 CV Builder – Professional Resume Builder SaaS <= 1.3.1 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated PNG File Upload ↗
   2026-10-09 CVE-2026-3717 Missing Authorization Affects <= 1.3.1 Patched in 1.3.2

Translated into 1 language, 0 at 90% or more

Whether ChatGPT and Claude name this plugin when asked the category question, and whether the readme gives them something to quote.

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Growth timeline

Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow

1. 2026-10-28 20+ → 30+ up after 44 days in tier
2. 2026-09-14 10+ → 20+ up after 2 days in tier
3. 2026-09-12 40+ → 10+ down after 83 days in tier
4. 2026-06-21 30+ → 40+ up after 1 days in tier
5. 2026-06-20 50+ → 30+ down after 6 days in tier
6. 2026-06-14 40+ → 50+ up after 1 days in tier
7. 2026-06-13 50+ → 40+ down after 3 days in tier
8. 2026-06-10 60+ → 50+ down after 18 days in tier

Competes with

The plugins that solve the same job, ranked by shared tags then reach, closest match first. The letter on the right is each plugin's health grade (A best, F worst).

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WP CV Builder: 30+ active installs, 4.0★ (3 reviews). Plugin Pulse (WP Mayor), as of 2026-11-02. https://plugins.wpmayor.com/plugin/cv-builder