Milestone
Milestone clone for self hosted WordPress installations. Counts down to a big event and then displays a message!
The facts
- Rating
- 4★ from 1
- Active installs
- 300+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 15 Oct 2012
- Added
- Aug 2012
- Requires WP
- 3.4
- Tested up to
- WP 3.4.2
- Downloads
- 13,416
Our analysis
AI-assistedMilestone is a WordPress plugin that serves as a clone of the Milestone widget found on WordPress.com. It replicates the same CSS styling and aims to provide similar functionality to the original plugin.
This plugin is suitable for users looking to implement a countdown or event timer on their WordPress site, particularly those who prefer a free option with basic features.
Best for: This plugin suits users who need a simple countdown or event timer on their WordPress site.
What it does well
- ✓Free to use from the WordPress.org directory
- ✓Replicates the Milestone widget from WordPress.com
- ✓Uses the same CSS styling as the original
Where it falls short
- •Not the official Milestone plugin
- •Limited information on features and support
- •Last updated in October 2012
Verdict
Milestone offers a basic solution for countdowns and timers, but its outdated status may limit its effectiveness and support.
From the developer
fergbrain's own description of Milestone, lightly tidied.
This is a clone of the Milestone widget seen on WordPress.com. This uses the same CSS styling and should be more or less functionally equivalent to the plugin. However, this is not the official Milestone plugin.