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Category Sticky Post

By Philip Arthur Moore

Site Structure & Navigation / Categories & Taxonomies

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Category Sticky Post Review - In-Depth Analysis

Category Sticky Post allows you to pin a post at the top of a specific category archive. It is designed for easy management of sticky posts within categories.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 24+ reviews)

Active Installations

3,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Category Sticky Post allows you to mark a post to be displayed – or stuck – to the top of each archive page for the specified category.

This plugin enables you to select which category in which to stick a post. It will display the post on the top of the first page of the archive just like built-in sticky posts. You can only stick a single post per category, and it provides light styling that should look good in most themes.

The plugin is available on each post editor page and is fully localized and ready for translation. For more information or to follow the project, check out the project page.

Comparing to Alternatives

Category Sticky Post is a unique plugin with no close direct alternatives available in its category, making it a distinct choice for users needing this functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

High compatibility with multiple WordPress versions including 5.4, 5.7.2, and 6.6
Consistently reliable performance as noted by multiple users
Simple and effective functionality focused on sticky posts within categories
No known security vulnerabilities, ensuring safe usage
Positive user feedback highlights ease of use and developer responsiveness

Weaknesses

Lack of a pro version limits advanced feature availability
No direct alternatives to compare feature sets with
Limited user base with only 24 total ratings
No recent updates noted since 2017 scan, which may concern some users

User Sentiment Analysis

With a near-perfect rating of 4.9 out of 5 from 24 users and no low-star reviews, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

Positive highlights

"Working perfectly on 5.4" — jimlunsford
"Compatible with new WordPress versions" — vitisaureus
"Works like a charm with WP 5.7.2" — Limeyard
"Thank you for great developer" — touficmamdouh
"Does exactly what I need" — Nicki Faulk

Common complaints

Weaknesses

No advanced features due to absence of a pro version
Limited updates may affect compatibility with future WordPress releases
Small user base limits breadth of feedback

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable plugin to manage sticky posts within categories without needing advanced features or frequent updates.

Not ideal for

Users requiring advanced sticky post management features or those who prefer plugins with active development and pro versions for extended functionality.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers all core features needed to set sticky posts within categories effectively, providing solid value for users.

Final Verdict

Category Sticky Post stands out as a niche plugin with excellent user satisfaction and no known security issues, making it a trustworthy choice for those needing its specific functionality. Its simplicity and reliability across multiple WordPress versions are key strengths.

However, the lack of a pro version and limited updates may deter users seeking more advanced features or ongoing development. Despite this, its unique position without direct alternatives makes it a valuable tool for its intended purpose.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Category Sticky Post plugin.

sticky posts

category management

post pinning

Screenshots

FAQ

Using The WordPress Dashboard

Navigate to the ‘Add New’ Plugin Dashboard
Select category-sticky-post.zip from your computer
Upload
Activate the plugin on the WordPress Plugin Dashboard

Using FTP

Extract category-sticky-post.zip to your computer
Upload the category-sticky-post directory to your wp-content/plugins directory
Activate the plugin on the WordPress Plugins dashboard