Iks Menu – WordPress Category Accordion Menu & FAQs
by Iks Studio · Admin & Utilities
Super customizable WordPress plugin for displaying custom menus, taxonomy/category terms and FAQs as accordion menu (with images support).
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Health
A 91/100
no flags
Active installs
10K+
≈19K estimated
Momentum
+22%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “category widget” and “woocommerce menu” for “category menu” and “children”. “category widget” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “category menu” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “woocommerce menu” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “children” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
91 health vs 56 average across 5,896 Admin & Utilities plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →7.2%
of downloads still active
At least 10K of 139.5K lifetime downloads are still running, above its category: the median Admin & Utilities plugin keeps 0.6%, across 4,187 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Admin & Utilities plugins, not across the directory. wp.org reports active installs as the bottom of a band, so the real rate is this or higher.
This plugin shipped 1 release in the last 12 months, and every existing install that updated counted as another download. wp.org publishes no split between first installs and updates, so we show the raw rate rather than guess at one.
Details
Directory ranking optimization
How it's scored →How well this listing is tuned to rank in WordPress.org search, on the factors an owner controls. Not popularity, optimization.
Well optimized
Most to gain: Support resolution
Updated 35 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.1.4, the current branch or newer
5.0★ over 27 reviews, smoothed to 4.42★
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
0 of 1 support threads resolved in the last 2 months
To rank higher: Mark more forum threads resolved — the resolved ratio feeds the ranking.
Get the full rank-higher report →Search visibility
How it's tracked →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.
42
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.1
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
28%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 28d
-0.0
Acceleration
recent half vs earlier
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.
| Keyword | wp.org | On merit | wp.org move, 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| taxonomies menu your tag | #1 | #1 | up 1 |
| accordion menu your tag | #2 | #3 | up 2 |
| category accordion | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| wordpress category | #6 | #8 | up 1 |
| category menu | #4 | #5 | up 1 |
| children | #4 | #3 | 0 |
| faqs list your tag | #8 | #11 | up 5 |
| category menu accordion | #3 | #4 | up 2 |
| taxonomy menu | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| menu shortcode | #6 | #6 | up 1 |
| sub menu | #6 | #7 | 0 |
| customizable menu | #4 | #4 | 0 |
| menu systems | #7 | #8 | 0 |
| faqs | #14 | #15 | up 1 |
| remove menu | #8 | #8 | up 1 |
| customize menu | #9 | #8 | down 1 |
| menu | #15 | #16 | 0 |
| submenus | #8 | #4 | 0 |
| menu order | #10 | #8 | up 12 |
| sidebar menu | #10 | #11 | up 2 |
| category widget your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
216 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 147 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 1 of its tags isn't in the top 24 for their own search.
What to do about it
- Swap “category widget” and “woocommerce menu” for “category menu” and “children”. “category widget” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “category menu” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “woocommerce menu” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “children” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
Daily downloads
Since 5 Oct 2022 · 1,488 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 9.5K · peaks are release surges
Directory rank vs rivals
wp.org popularity rank over time · higher is better · when a rival's line climbs above yours, they've overtaken you
Rating trend
Star average over time · dips mark rough releases
Health trend
Composite health score, snapshotted daily
Update activity
How busy the existing users are, measured as downloads in the last 30 days for every 1,000 active sites. A spike means a new release everyone's pulling; a long, slow decline means an aging user base that updates less.
Release cadence
Occasionally updatedHow often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.
1
releases in the last 12 months
10mo ago
latest release · v1.12.7 · 15 Jan 2026
19
tagged releases on record
Recent releases
What its installed base runs
via wordpress.orgShare of active installs on each version of this plugin · 80% run the current release. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.
Estimated active installs
The public count shows “10K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 2.5 years ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 90% of the way through.
Install history since 30 Oct 2020
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ Roland1.7y ago
The functionality is exactly what we needed as a side menu displaying product categories that dynamically open and highlight the currently displayed category page or sub page (i.e. you navigate to sub-category #2, the IKS menu added to the template page displays the same). I had one request that i made with little expectation to a response, let alone a solution. Less than a week after my request, the IKS team comes out with a version update with my functionality request implemented. Great team, great plugin.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ cpapageo1.8y ago
I’ve been using Iks Menu since 2020, and it has been an absolute game-changer for my website. The plugin offers an incredibly flexible and modern approach to creating menus, with customizable layouts, animations, and styling options that fit seamlessly into any website design. The drag-and-drop builder makes it easy to use, even for beginners, while the advanced features cater to professionals who need more control. What truly sets Iks Menu apart is their exceptional support team. Whenever I had a question or needed assistance, their response was swift and helpful, solving my issues in no time. The regular updates and added features show their commitment to continuously improving the plugin. I couldn’t be happier with this tool—it’s reliable, versatile, and backed by a fantastic team. Highly recommended to anyone looking for a powerful and user-friendly menu solution!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Robin2.6y ago
I have bought the lifetime license 2 years ago. Their licensing component is buggy. The place where you can change/update the domain for your license is well hidden on their site. (I couldn’t find it) (The Plugin > Account place where they suggest to use, doesn’t work for me, it is a dead link, and there is no other way in the documentation of accessing the licensing component) The support email doesn’t exist, you get an “address not found” error from google mail when you write them. Out of the blue I got a licensing error and it took me back to the free version. I’ve had a bad experience because my time is very limited and I don’t like wasting it. They should improve the landing page with a link to licensing control panel. Tech support tried to help but again licensing third party has issues. This topic was modified 2 years, 3 months ago by Robin. This topic was modified 2 years, 3 months ago by Robin.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ bigredseo4.1y ago
This is one of the better plugins out there for menus. The free version covers 95% of everything that someone might need, but the extra 5% pushes this plugin over the top. Initially expanded Child Menus for store categories is well worth the extra fee! Keep up the great work!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ MIL4.3y ago
Thank you very much!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Md Ahsan Habib4.7y ago
My go-to choice for the accordion menu. Highly customizable.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ popasauto4.8y ago
behaves very well especially for mobile applications
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ barthdesigns4.9y ago
Works like a charm and super customizable!
Read on wp.org ↗
Latest updates
via wp.org changelogRecent releases and news for this plugin
- 2026-01-15 Version 1.12.7 Added: Freemius SDK was updated to the latest version Added: New option “Menu order” for “Posts: Order by” setting Added: New option “In stock only” to filter out of stock products 1.12.7
- 2025-05-19 Version 1.12.6 Added: Freemius SDK was updated to the latest version 1.12.6
- 2025-02-11 Version 1.12.5 Fixed: bug in PHP 8.0+ 1.12.5
- 2025-02-10 Version 1.12.4 Added: Support for custom CSS Classes (for Custom Menus) 1.12.4
- 2025-01-30 Version 1.12.3 Added: Freemius SDK was updated to the latest version 1.12.3
- 2025-01-15 Version 1.12.2 Fixed: i18n warning in WordPress 6.7 (adapting to changes) 1.12.2
Security history
via Wordfence IntelligenceThe 1 disclosed vulnerability is patched in the current version (1.12.7). Sites still on an older version should update.
Vulnerability records provided by Wordfence Intelligence. Copyright 2012-2026 Defiant Inc. License and terms.
CVE records: Copyright 1999-2026 The MITRE Corporation. CVE terms of use.
Behavioral tests
via WP HiveAutomated install-time checks, tested on PHP 8.1.12 · WP 7.0.1
AI assistants
How it's measured →Whether ChatGPT and Claude name this plugin when asked the category question, and whether the readme gives them something to quote.
Not measured yet for this plugin’s topics. Its tracked searches are not among the measured topics. See the topics measured so far.
Readme readiness
3 of 8 pass · checked 28 Oct 2026Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
- ! Says what it does Short description names no action; say what the plugin does for the site.
- ! Has a FAQ No FAQ section.
- ! FAQ asks real questions No FAQ to judge.
- ! Names who it is for One audience phrase ("use it"); say who the plugin is for and what they use it for.
- ✓ Names what it works with Mentions WooCommerce.
- ✓ Headings and lists 6 headings and 6 lists.
- ✓ Enough to quote 4,101 characters of description.
- ! Tags match the text Only 1 of 5 tags appear in the text ("category widget", "FAQs list", "taxonomies menu", "woocommerce menu" missing).
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2024-04-24 9K+ → 10K+ up after 164 days in tier
- 2023-11-12 8K+ → 9K+ up after 229 days in tier
- 2023-03-28 7K+ → 8K+ up after 172 days in tier
- 2022-10-07 6K+ → 7K+ up after 157 days in tier
- 2022-05-03 5K+ → 6K+ up after 106 days in tier
- 2022-01-17 4K+ → 5K+ up after 156 days in tier
- 2021-08-14 3K+ → 4K+ up after 120 days in tier
- 2021-04-16 2K+ → 3K+ up after 52 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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WPB Accordion Menu – Collapsible Vertical Sidebar Responsive Mobile Menu – WooCommerce Category Accordion 10K+ installs · 4.3★ · 1 shared tag A -
WP Categories Widget 6K+ installs · 4.3★ · 1 shared tag B -
Automatically Hierarchic Categories in Menu 2K+ installs · 4.3★ · 1 shared tag A -
Easy Mega Menu for WordPress – ThemeHunk 1K+ installs · 3.7★ · 1 shared tag B -
Advanced Categories Widget 700+ installs · 4.3★ · 1 shared tag D -
Joli FAQ SEO – WordPress FAQ Plugin 600+ installs · 4.0★ · 1 shared tag A
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