Classic Editor and Classic Widgets
A must-have for anyone who prefers the old WordPress
# Developer ToolsWhat is Classic Editor and Classic Widgets?
Classic Editor and Classic Widgets plugin enables old-style WordPress Classic Editor for “Edit Post” with TinyMCE (WYSIWYG), Meta Boxes (Custom Fields), and others. Once activated, this plugin hides all functionality available in the new Gutenberg block editor
Problem
WordPress users are forced to adapt to the new Gutenberg block editor, which hides the Classic Editor interface, TinyMCE (WYSIWYG), Meta Boxes (Custom Fields), and other legacy features, causing discomfort and inefficiency for those accustomed to the old workflow.
Solution
A WordPress plugin that restores the Classic Editor and Classic Widgets, allowing users to disable Gutenberg entirely and regain access to TinyMCE, Meta Boxes, and pre-2018 WordPress editing tools.
Customers
WordPress web developers, content creators, and site administrators who prioritize familiarity, compatibility with legacy plugins/themes, or dislike Gutenberg’s block-based editing system.
Unique Features
Fully disables Gutenberg and reactivates the Classic Editor with one click, preserving workflows for plugins/themes reliant on Meta Boxes or TinyMCE.
User Comments
Essential for avoiding Gutenberg's complexity
Simplifies client training with the Classic UI
Restores compatibility with outdated plugins
Saves time for non-technical users
A must-have for legacy WordPress sites
Traction
Maintained by the WordPress community team, actively installed on 600,000+ websites, with 4.8/5 star rating from 1,500+ reviews.
Market Size
WordPress powers 43% of all websites globally (W3Techs, 2023), with an estimated 30% of users still actively avoiding Gutenberg, creating a ~50M+ potential user base for legacy-editor plugins.
