Maintenance & Coming Soon Redirect Animation
by ilyasine · Admin & Utilities
Enable maintenance mode in one click with stunning animations and customizable access for specific users.
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Health
A 86/100
Open vulnerability
Active installs
3K+
≈3.5K estimated
Momentum
-42%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “redirect” and “under construction” for “coming” and “soon”. “redirect” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “coming” sits at #5 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “under construction” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “soon” sits at #6 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
86 health vs 56 average across 5,904 Admin & Utilities plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →6.4%
of downloads still active
At least 3K of 46.5K lifetime downloads are still running, above its category: the median Admin & Utilities plugin keeps 0.6%, across 4,194 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 4 releases 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.
Excellent listing optimization
Well tuned across the board
Updated 60 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.2, the current branch or newer
5.0★ over 34 reviews, weighted for review count to 4.5★
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
1 of 1 support threads resolved in the last 2 months
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.
38
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.2
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
18%
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| animation your tag | #5 | #7 | down 1 |
| coming | #5 | #7 | up 1 |
| coming soon your tag | #5 | #6 | up 1 |
| lightweight coming soon | #2 | #2 | 0 |
| soon | #6 | #7 | up 1 |
| maintenance your tag | #10 | #10 | down 1 |
| animation wordpress | #4 | #5 | 0 |
| animation plugin | #5 | #6 | 0 |
| coming soon wordpress plugin | #5 | #6 | up 1 |
| custom coming soon | #5 | #6 | 0 |
| redirect your tag | #17 | #17 | 0 |
| animation page | #6 | #8 | 0 |
| wordpress coming soon | #6 | #7 | 0 |
| coming soon wp | #6 | #6 | 0 |
| under construction your tag | #17 | #10 | up 1 |
| page animation | #7 | #9 | down 1 |
| coming soon plugin | #7 | #7 | 0 |
| animations | #19 | #18 | down 6 |
| maintenance plugin | #8 | #8 | — |
| maintenance mode | #22 | #15 | up 1 |
89 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 50 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words).
What to do about it
- Swap “redirect” and “under construction” for “coming” and “soon”. “redirect” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “coming” sits at #5 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “under construction” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “soon” sits at #6 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 · 1,491 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 6.2K · 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
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
Actively maintainedHow often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.
4
releases in the last 12 months
2mo ago
latest release · v2.4.1 · 4 Sep 2026
14
tagged releases on record
Recent releases
What its installed base runs
via wordpress.orgShare 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.
Estimated active installs
The public count shows “3K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 17 months ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 50% of the way through.
Install history since 4 Oct 2022
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ soufyanesfr6mo ago
The plugin delivers a clean maintenance and coming soon solution with minimal performance overhead. It supports IP whitelisting and access keys for controlled access, while redirect logic is handled efficiently without bloating the database. WP‑CLI compatibility and lightweight code structure make it developer‑friendly, and the animation layer adds polish without compromising speed. A solid choice for projects requiring secure downtime handling.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ mounaissar6mo ago
This plugin makes it easy to place a coming soon page as I build my site without complication
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ omhidan9mo ago
This plugin exceeded my expectations. Setting up a professional “Maintenance” and “Coming Soon” page took only secondes, and the smooth animations make the experience feel modern and engaging. I especially appreciate the thoughtful features like IP whitelisting and access keys, which allow me to keep other developers working while the site is under maintenance. Everything works seamlessly out of the box, yet it still offers enough flexibility for customization. Lightweight, intuitive, and powerful, exactly what a WordPress plugin should be. Highly recommended for anyone who values both functionality and design!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ lukabains11mo ago
Lightweight yet powerful plugin, giving developers and site admins full control over maintenance mode with customizable animations that keep visitors engaged. Its flexibility with access keys, IP whitelisting, and WP‑CLI commands makes it a reliable tool for managing site updates without disrupting client access.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ idrisstyebi1.0y ago
This plugin is a gem—lightweight, intuitive, and incredibly effective. I had a professional-looking “Under Maintenance” page up and running in seconds, with smooth animations that add a touch of elegance. It’s perfect for client projects and personal sites alike. The customization options are thoughtful, and everything just works out of the box.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ hanifmahdi1.1y ago
lightweight yet powerful tool for managing site downtime with professionalism.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ saligomez1.1y ago
This is a reliable and well-designed plugin. The only feature I find missing is the ability to exclude specific pages from maintenance mode, along with a clear way to indicate which pages are excluded. Adding this functionality would make it even more versatile.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ rodymoses1.1y ago
First time building a site and this plugin made it easy to set up a coming soon page.
Read on wp.org ↗
Latest updates
via wp.org changelogRecent releases and news for this plugin
- — Version 1.1.1 First Final release. No Changes Yet. 1.1.1
- — Version 1.1.2 Fix Maintenance Status not showing in Top admin bar front 1.1.2
- — Version 2.0.0 Redesign Ui to tabs style New font added as primary font Fixed some styles issues on large screens Changed plugin icons Added feature : Whitelisted User Roles – user roles who see the site Added feature : Whitelisted Use 2.0.0
- — Version 2.0.1 Fix Gif animations Update readme file 2.0.1
- — Version 2.3.0 Resolved critical security vulnerabilities to ensure a safer user experience. Fixed potential exploits related to user access and IP whitelisting. Enhanced plugin security by sanitizing and validating all user inputs. En 2.3.0
- — Version 2.3.1 Fixed issue: “Headers already sent” warning resolved by refactoring plugin boot sequence. Enhanced plugin security by reducing premature execution and improving header handling logic. Code improvements: Cleaned up the ma 2.3.1
Security history
via Wordfence Intelligence1 open vulnerability affects the current version (2.4.1). 1 of 2 disclosed are patched.
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.
Languages
via translate.wordpress.orgTranslated into 1 language, 0 at 90% or more
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.
This plugin’s searches fall outside the topics measured so far. See the topics measured so far.
Readme readiness
5 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 "Enable maintenance mode in one click with stunning animations and customizable access for specific users."
- ! Has a FAQ Only 2 questions in the FAQ; 3 or more gives an assistant something to match.
- ! FAQ asks real questions 0 of 2 FAQ entries are headings, not questions ("undefined").
- ✓ Names who it is for Names its audience or use cases ("for developers", "use it").
- ✓ Names what it works with Mentions Gutenberg, WP-CLI.
- ! Headings and lists 1 heading and 0 lists; assistants quote headed sections and bullet lists, not paragraphs.
- ✓ Enough to quote 3,412 characters of description.
- ✓ Tags match the text 3 of 5 tags appear in the text; "coming soon", "under construction" do not.
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2025-06-07 4K+ → 3K+ down after 88 days in tier
- 2025-03-11 5K+ → 4K+ down after 247 days in tier
- 2024-07-07 6K+ → 5K+ down after 77 days in tier
- 2024-04-21 5K+ → 6K+ up after 11 days in tier
- 2024-04-10 4K+ → 5K+ up after 15 days in tier
- 2024-03-26 3K+ → 4K+ up after 14 days in tier
- 2024-03-12 2K+ → 3K+ up after 12 days in tier
- 2024-02-29 1K+ → 2K+ up after 11 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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Maintenance Mode 8K+ installs · 4.3★ · 4 shared tags A -
Under Construction, Coming Soon & Maintenance Mode 10K+ installs · 4.5★ · 3 shared tags A -
Maintenance Redirect 10K+ installs · 4.6★ · 3 shared tags A -
Coming soon and Maintenance mode 8K+ installs · 4.2★ · 3 shared tags B -
Maintenance Page 3K+ installs · 4.2★ · 3 shared tags C -
Simple Maintenance 1K+ installs · 4.3★ · 3 shared tags C
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