Slider, Image Slider & Carousel by Slider Factory – Responsive Slideshow, Video Slider
by FARAZFRANK · Media
Also makes 11 other plugins · 42.1K+ installs across the portfolio →
Responsive WordPress slider plugin. Create responsive image sliders, carousel sliders, video sliders, and slideshows with 12 free layouts.
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Health
A 87/100
no flags
Active installs
2K+
≈2.7K estimated
Momentum
-10%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “carousel”, “slider” and “image slider” for “bootstrap carousel”, “3d slider” and “comparison slider”. “carousel” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “bootstrap carousel” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “slider” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #24. “3d slider” sits at #5 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “image slider” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “comparison slider” sits at #6 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
87 health vs 62 average across 3,291 Media plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →3.3%
of downloads still active
At least 2K of 61.1K lifetime downloads are still running, above its category: the median Media plugin keeps 0.8%, across 2,322 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Media 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 3 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
Most to gain: Rating quality
Updated 48 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.1.4, the current branch or newer
4.5★ over 13 reviews, smoothed to 4.18★ and held back under 25 reviews
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
To rank higher: Too few reviews to rank on quality — nudge happy users to leave one.
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.
34
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.5
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
11%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 28d
-0.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| factory | #2 | #4 | 0 |
| bootstrap carousel slider | #1 | #2 | 0 |
| bootstrap slider | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| coverflow | #3 | #7 | down 2 |
| accordion image slideshow | #2 | #6 | 0 |
| responsive slideshow | #6 | #15 | down 1 |
| bootstrap carousel | #4 | #4 | 0 |
| video slider your tag | #8 | #18 | down 1 |
| responsive banner slider | #5 | #8 | 0 |
| 3d slider | #5 | #10 | 0 |
| bootstrap responsive slider | #3 | #6 | 0 |
| comparison slider | #6 | #11 | down 1 |
| accordion slider | #7 | #18 | down 1 |
| slider carousel | #12 | #19 | up 1 |
| slider image | #12 | #23 | up 2 |
| slideshow your tag | #13 | #19 | down 2 |
| header banner slider | #9 | #16 | 0 |
| responsive 3d slider | #5 | #12 | 0 |
| banner slider | #9 | #12 | up 1 |
| image slider your tag | #17 | #22 | 0 |
| carousel your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
247 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 163 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 “carousel”, “slider” and “image slider” for “bootstrap carousel”, “3d slider” and “comparison slider”. “carousel” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “bootstrap carousel” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “slider” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #24. “3d slider” sits at #5 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “image slider” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #17. “comparison slider” sits at #6 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
- One page off on “slideshow”. #13 puts you just past the first ten results, where almost all the clicks stop. The gap to close is small.
Daily downloads
Since 5 Oct 2022 · 1,490 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 2.5K · 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.
3
releases in the last 12 months
2mo ago
latest release · v1.4.5 · 15 Sep 2026
25
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 “2K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 6 months ago; the previous band took 21 months to cross, which places it about 70% of the way through.
Install history since 2 Mar 2021
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ iprema2.6y ago
Update 14 Jan 2025. Faraz, provides expert tech support—right when you need it. No waiting, he’s on it immediately! This Slider Factory plugin stands out as the most user-friendly I have encountered, boasting exceptional functionality. It offers extensive possibilities for crafting sophisticated sliders through its integrated CSS capabilities. It is undoubtedly one of the most visually stunning sliders I have come across, surpassing many others I have tested. The support provided by the team at WP Frank is outstanding as they always go above and beyond to ensure your satisfaction with the plugin. They promptly address any issues that arise. Thanks guys, that’s a game changer! WEARMYHAT This topic was modified 2 years, 4 months ago by iprema. This topic was modified 2 years, 4 months ago by iprema. This topic was modified 6 months, 1 week ago by iprema.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ yavuzc3.6y ago
We tried a few layouts, nothing worked like in the demo sites. Main photo didn’t load, the navigation didn’t work, captions were in strange fonts at the bottom of the thumbnails. Some layouts do not even have customization settings. Support was responsive but we do not have time to deactivate all plugins to solve the conflicts, we had other plugin worked perfect out of the box.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ mohamad moghadasi4.0y ago
This plugin has a big weakness. It is not possible to add a link to the image of each slide. We request the programmer of this plugin to add and update this possibility.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ tarouka4.1y ago
Je salut le travail réalisé, et surtout la grande disponibilité et la réactivité de l’équipe à répondre à mes demandes pour améliorer ou débloquer certaines fonctionnalités. J’ai vraiment apprécié ! Eric. This topic was modified 3 years, 9 months ago by tarouka.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ myideasagain4.4y ago
A solid tool for performing a much needed WordPress function. I had a question and got great support from the developer.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ jennifer_MWB5.2y ago
This is the best carousel plugin that I can ask for. This is one such plugin that can handle images with different aspect ratios. This plugin fulfills all the slider needs for your website.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ digihulpdienst5.4y ago
I have been looking for a photo carousel that can handle photos with different aspect ratios. Finally I found it. Thank you so much! And it only takes a minute to create a completely functional slider. You made me very happy!!!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ rodattac5.5y ago
Good job
Read on wp.org ↗
Latest updates
via wp.org changelogRecent releases and news for this plugin
- — Version 1.3.13 Layout 11 is not working on default theme: fixed Dashboard button CSS changed to #e52e00 Layout 11 CSS refactored to use Flexbox Layout 11 compatibility issue with Block themes fixed Performance issue with adding multipl 1.3.13
- — Version 1.3.12 Readme updated for WordPress.org guidelines compliance 1.3.12
- — Version 1.3.11 Regular update and maintenance 1.3.11
- — Version 1.3.10 Manage slider interface updated Tested on the latest WordPress 6.0.3 1.3.10
- — Version 1.3.9 PHP v7.4.x tested 1.3.9
- — Version 1.3.8 Tested on Latest WordPress version. 1.3.8
Security history
via Wordfence IntelligenceAll 2 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (1.4.5). Sites still on an older version should update.
- Patched Medium · 4.3 Responsive Image Slider, Photo Gallery And Carousel < 1.3.6 - Missing Authorization ↗2021-10-20 Missing Authorization Affects < 1.3.6 Patched in 1.3.6
- Patched High · 8.8 Responsive Image Slider, Photo Gallery And Carousel < 1.3.2 - Cross-Site Request Forgery ↗2021-10-18 Cross-Site Request Forgery Affects < 1.3.2 Patched in 1.3.2
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Languages
via translate.wordpress.orgTranslated into 2 languages, 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.
Share of voice
How often each assistant names Slider, Image Slider & Carousel by Slider Factory when asked about this topic, where it comes in the answer, and how that compares with its wp.org search position. Latest run 1 Nov 2026.
- Assistants
- ChatGPT, Claude
- Topics tracked
- Slider
Readme readiness
8 of 8 pass · checked 27 Oct 2026Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
- ✓ Says what it does "Responsive WordPress slider plugin. Create responsive image sliders, carousel sliders, video sliders, and s..."
- ✓ Has a FAQ 12 questions in the FAQ.
- ✓ FAQ asks real questions 12 of 12 read like questions a user would type.
- ✓ Names who it is for Names its audience or use cases ("perfect for", "for portfolios", "designed for").
- ✓ Names what it works with Mentions WooCommerce, Elementor, Gutenberg, Block editor and 6 more.
- ✓ Headings and lists 11 headings and 9 lists.
- ✓ Enough to quote 6,199 characters of description.
- ✓ Tags match the text All 5 tags appear in the text.
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2026-05-01 3K+ → 2K+ down after 624 days in tier
- 2024-08-15 4K+ → 3K+ down after 126 days in tier
- 2024-04-11 3K+ → 4K+ up after 260 days in tier
- 2023-07-26 2K+ → 3K+ up after 295 days in tier
- 2022-10-04 1K+ → 2K+ up after 265 days in tier
- 2022-01-12 500+ → 1K+ up after 148 days in tier
- 2021-08-17 400+ → 500+ up after 43 days in tier
- 2021-07-05 200+ → 400+ up after 60 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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Slick Slider 2K+ installs · 4.1★ · 4 shared tags A -
Smart Slider 3 800K+ installs · 4.8★ · 3 shared tags A -
Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider 500K+ installs · 4.6★ · 3 shared tags A
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