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Header Footer Script Adder

by mahethekiller · WordPress.org page · Website

v2.1.1 Tested up to WP 7.0.4 PHP 7.4+

Header Footer Script Adder has 1,000+ active installs on WordPress.org and 18,924 downloads all time. We have tracked it since September 4, 2026; download trends appear after 30 days of data. The last update was on July 17, 2026, tested up to WordPress 7.0.4.

Header Footer Script Adder at a glance

Active installs
1,000+
Total downloads
18,924
Downloads, last 30 days
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available after 30 days of tracking
30-day growth
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tracking since September 4, 2026

Is Header Footer Script Adder well maintained?

Support threads resolved
No open threads
nothing waiting on the WordPress.org forum
WordPress compatibility
Behind
tested up to WordPress 7.0.4, not yet with the current 7.1

Features

The feature list from the plugin's own readme on WordPress.org, trimmed to the essentials.

  • Add scripts to Header (<head>), Body (after <body>), or Footer (before </body>)
  • Conditional Loading – load scripts sitewide, homepage only, posts/pages, or archives
  • Per-Page Overrides – add unique code for specific posts and pages
  • Code Editor with Syntax Highlighting (CodeMirror)
  • Safe Input Handling – sanitization without breaking valid HTML, CSS, or JS
  • Lightweight and Fast – minimal database queries
  • Block Editor & Classic Editor Compatible
  • Multisite Ready & Translation Ready

Header Footer Script Adder reviews and ratings

7 reviews on WordPress.org, with the most recent ones as their authors posted them.

All reviews
4.1 out of 5

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  • Nice plugin worked great for my usecase

    Nice plugin worked great for my usecase

    vaibhavmohan30

  • A nice plugin to have.

    Made my task easier, was able to integrate GTM in few click.

    sahilpsharma

  • Per page additions & great support

    I love this plugin. It allows you to add to <head> on per page basis, which not a lot of these script inserter type plugins do. I use this to preload LCP images on a per page basis, which helps improve your website's core web vitals (better visitor experience, and improved rankings!). I had one issue, I messaged support, and got a reply AND A FIX in a very short space of time. I was impressed!If you need to do per page <head>, <body> or footer scripts on a per page basis, this plugin is a winner!

    someguycalledralph

  • Simple and Reliable

    I was looking for an easy way to add some custom JavaScript and tracking pixels to my WordPress site without digging into theme files—and this plugin did the job perfectly. The Header and Footer Script Adder is incredibly straightforward. Just copy your code, paste it into the header or footer box, and you're good to go. It even lets you add scripts to individual pages or posts, which is super useful for things like conversion tracking. What I really like: Super lightweight – doesn’t slow down my site at all. No complicated setup – very beginner friendly. Works across themes – I switched themes recently, and all my scripts still worked without any issues. Honestly, it’s one of those plugins that does one thing and does it really well. No clutter, no unnecessary settings—just clean and effective. If you need to insert scripts without breaking your site or getting lost in code, give this plugin a try. It’s now one of my go-to tools for every WordPress project!

    roimantra

  • Plugin Review: Header and Footer Script Adder

    I've been using the Header and Footer Script Adder plugin for a few weeks now, and it's been a lifesaver. I needed a simple way to add custom scripts like Google Analytics, chat widgets, and a few tracking codes to my site—without touching theme files or editing functions.php. This plugin does exactly what it promises. You can easily insert code into the header or footer of your entire site or even just on specific posts or pages. The interface is super simple and straightforward. No bloated settings or confusing options. Just paste your code and save—done! What I love most is that it works regardless of the theme I’m using, so I don’t have to worry about losing my scripts if I change themes in the future. Would recommend this plugin to: Beginners who need a quick solution for adding scripts. Developers who want a clean, no-fuss way to insert site-wide or page-level code. Anyone who wants to keep things organized and avoid messing with core files. There are no unnecessary features, and that's honestly a good thing. It keeps everything lightweight and easy to manage. Great job to the developer! This one’s staying on my must-have list.

    abhishekkk

  • Plugin Works As described

    This plugin is very simple and easy to use, i have used it in many projects i does what it says. also new update is great.

    m254032

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Details

Easily insert custom HTML, CSS, and JavaScript into your WordPress site's header, body, and footer without modifying theme files.

The full description, screenshots and every review live on the WordPress.org page.

Tags

  • add scripts
  • body
  • footer
  • header
  • insert code

More from mahethekiller

Version
2.1.1
Last updated
Jul 17, 2026
First published
Feb 2, 2017
Requires WordPress
6.0
Tested up to
7.0.4
Requires PHP
7.4
Pricing
Free on WordPress.org

Header Footer Script Adder FAQ

What does Header Footer Script Adder do?

According to its WordPress.org readme, Header Footer Script Adder offers Add scripts to Header (<head>), Body (after <body>), or Footer (before </body>), Conditional Loading – load scripts sitewide, homepage only, posts/pages, or archives, Per-Page Overrides – add unique code for specific posts and pages, Code Editor with Syntax Highlighting (CodeMirror) and Safe Input Handling – sanitization without breaking valid HTML, CSS, or JS.

How many active installs does Header Footer Script Adder have?

WordPress.org reports 1,000+ active installs for Header Footer Script Adder as of September 7, 2026.

Is Header Footer Script Adder still maintained?

Yes. The last release was on July 17, 2026 and it is tested up to WordPress 7.0.4.

Is Header Footer Script Adder free?

Header Footer Script Adder is free to install from WordPress.org. Many plugins also sell a paid version or add-ons.