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Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard

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Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard Review - In-Depth Analysis

Create customizable sticky notes in your WordPress admin dashboard for reminders and to-dos. Manage notes by user roles and control visibility on specific pages.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.74/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Need a simple way to stay organized inside your WordPress admin area? Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard lets you add customizable sticky notes right to your dashboard—just like the ones on your desk, but smarter.

Use it to jot down reminders, create to-do lists, or leave quick notes for other users. Each note can be styled, resized, and moved around to fit the way you work. Whether you're managing a personal site or running a team, Sticky Notes makes it easy to keep important information front and center.

With an intuitive interface and zero setup required, Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard is a must-have productivity tool for any WP site owner.

Comparing to Alternatives

Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard offers a straightforward and effective note-taking solution for WordPress dashboards, with several alternatives available that provide similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to use with no unnecessary features
Allows color and font customization for notes
Notes are visible across the backend for convenience
Option to hide notes on specific pages
Highly praised for its reliability and usefulness

Weaknesses

Lacks a minimize button for notes, which some users desire
Has a known medium-level security vulnerability fixed in version 1.2.5
No pro version with advanced features
Limited to basic note-taking without collaboration tools

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers, users consistently praise the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness for dashboard note-taking.

Positive highlights

'THANK YOU! EXACTLY what we needed!' — GoddessNYC
'Love this plugin!! It does what it says.' — imborx
'Great note plugin! You can hide it on specific pages.' — bijzonderonline
'One of the best plugins for the dashboard' — effex1
'Well i was searching for a notes plugin... Perfect, im gonna recommend it to my colleagues too' — bestsase

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Missing minimize button for notes
Medium security risk due to past missing authorization vulnerability
No advanced features or pro version available

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, reliable, and customizable note-taking plugin for the WordPress dashboard without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Users who require advanced note management, collaboration tools, or those concerned about past security vulnerabilities may want to consider alternatives or wait for further updates.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version includes all core features such as customizable notes with color and font options, visibility controls, and dashboard integration.

Final Verdict

Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard is a highly rated, user-friendly plugin that effectively meets the needs of users wanting simple dashboard notes with customization options. Its flawless user ratings reflect strong satisfaction with its core functionality and ease of use.

However, users should be aware of a past medium-level security vulnerability that has been fixed, and the lack of a pro version or advanced features may limit its appeal for power users. Overall, it is a solid choice for basic note-taking needs on WordPress dashboards.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Sticky Notes for WP Dashboard plugin.

Admin notes

Dashboard notes

Sticky notes

Screenshots

FAQ

Go to any page in the WordPress admin dashboard. From the top admin bar, click Sticky Notes Create New Note.
Note: If you enabled the setting to allow notes only on specific admin screens, this option will be available only on those screens.