What does the plugin do?

The plugin restores and enables the previous WordPress classic widgets settings screens and disables the Gutenberg block editor from managing widgets.

Why would I need this plugin?

You may need this plugin if you have broken themes or quirky output, or if you simply prefer the old system of managing widgets.

Can I restore the classic widget screen with this plugin?

Yes, you can restore the classic widget screen with just one click using this plugin. There is no other configuration required.

What happens if I start using the new block-based widgets system?

If you start using the new block-based widgets system and then activate our plugin, you will lose all of your widget blocks. There is no going back, so be sure this is what you want.

Does the plugin collect any user data?

No, the plugin does not collect or store any user data. It does not set any cookies or connect to any third-party locations.

WP Restore and Enable Classic Widgets

Features Download’s trend Changelog Reviews

Restore Classic Widgets

Revert WordPress 5.8 widget changes and bring back the familiar classic widget interface with just one click.

Simplify Widget Management

Disable the block-based widget system and effortlessly reinstall traditional widget controls for easy and intuitive management.

Ensure Compatibility and Reliability

Resolve compatibility issues and maintain the functionality you prefer by switching back to the classic widget system.

Protect Your Site

Upgrade your site's security with our plugin that blocks spam and hackers, keeping your website safe from attacks.

Author’s Site

** 4.31 2024-08-12 – Small Improvements.
** 4.30 2024-08-02 – Small Improvements.
** 4.27/28 2024-07-31 – Small Improvements.
** 4.25 2024-07-30 – Small Improvements.
** 4.23/24 2024-06-27 – Small Improvements.
** 4.22 2024-06-23 – Small Improvements.
** 4.16/21 2024-06-22 – Installed all new framework…
** 4.15 2024-06-20 – Fixed warning foreach() argument…
** 4.13/14 2024-06-19 – Fixed warning Undefined array key wp_limit.
** 4.12 2024-06-18 – Fixed error Undefined variable $plugin_slug.
** 4.09/4.11 2024-06-16 – Small Improvements.
** 4.08 2024-06-13 – Small Improvements.
** 4.07 2024-05-20 – Small Improvements at readme file
** 4.03/4.06 2024-05-18 – Small Improvements
** 4.01/4.02 2024-05-17 – Small Improvements
** 3.7 2024-03-13 – Removed warning about dinamic property
** 3.6 2023-12-04 – Improved Error Management
** 3.5 2023-10-17 – Improved Error Management
** 3.4 2023-09-05 – Improved Help and try to prevent is_plugin_active() not loaded from WordPress
** 3.2/3.3 2023-09-02 – Improved Help and try to prevent is_plugin_active() not loaded from WordPress
** 3.0 2023-08-30 – Prevent error on is_plugin_active() if WP function is not available
** 2.3/2.6 2023-08-28 – Minor Improvements on help
** 2.2 2023-03-06 – Minor Improvements on help
** 1.8/2.1 2022-11-29 – Minor Improvements
** 1.6/1.7 2022-06-10 – Small bug fixed
** 1.5 2022-05-06 – Minor Improvements
** 1.4 2021-11-30 – Bug Fixed Line 51 old version **
** 1.3 2021-11-14 – Minor Improvements **
** 1.2 2021-07-30 – Minor Improvements **
** 1.1 2021-07-17 – Minor Improvements **
** 1.0 2021-07-14 – Initial release **

FIXED; Warnings/Errors... Absolute brilliant job well done to Bill Minozzi

By Teflon (Foxnwolf) on March 13, 2024

Absolute brilliant job well done to Bill Minozzi.

Re; Warnings/Errors somewhere in-between v3.2 & v3.6 (not sure)

24hr turnaround and error(s) fixed without a blemish and no shrapnel left behind either, unlike other Plugins. It would have been even quicker as time differences involved and I was asleep when a email re PHP query came in. I had 7 paragraphs of error codes that were stacked on top of Plugin & Dashboard pages and sometimes showed on Login page.

As this is a hobby for me Bill explained exactly how to activate Plugin thru a link emailed to me.

Definately raise a glass of JD to Bill tonite for a 1st class service.

Regards...Peter

Unrelated site health warnings

By gmariani405 on February 27, 2024

My review of this plugin is that it has a big scary memory warning that i can't disable it. i find this feature is overstepping it's bounds, i would suggest using a plugin that lets you disable this feature and/or only does what you need it to.

Fast support

By margr (mar1984) on September 10, 2023

Plugin works and has fast support.

Last Update broke my blog

By jujuba78 on September 1, 2023

I lost two whole days trying to solve a 'serious' problem on my blog until I discovered that it was this plugin that sent me the error message. When uninstalling, everything got better again.

Last Update broke site

By miri4ever on August 29, 2023

/wp-content/plugins/restore-classic-widgets/includes/checkup/class_bill_catch_errors.php verursacht. Fehlermeldung: Uncaught Error: Call to undefined function is_plugin_active()

I need to deactivate and delete it to get the website back on after the latest update today.

Great Plugin!

By happydog5954 on August 28, 2023

Plugin works great and the developer is super responsive.

So Far It's Great!

By JoyceD6 on April 2, 2023

So much easier to use, in my opinion, than the new block widget. Thank you!

Works great

By bbdesignpa on November 29, 2022

Does exactly what is described, works well for our site.

Excellent Plugin, Saves Time and Stress

By Stewart (stewcando) on December 3, 2021

I really did not like the new widget design layout, it totally confuses me, I find it hard to drag and drop, and just overall has that, why did you change it feel about it. That said, I went searching for a plugin to restore the original widget layout. So happy that I found this one, it's perfect. Big thank you to the developer.

Thank you!

By georg.r on November 24, 2021

The new thing messed up my widget.

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