Widget Contact Form 7 Plugin: WordPress Speed Profile
Widget Contact Form 7 is a WordPress plugin used on 1K+ sites. Makes Contact Form 7 easier to use by adding a widget so no shortcodes are needed.
Repeated attempts to activate this plugin in our sandbox failed without a clear fatal signature — typically a silent error, undefined constant, or early wp_die(). We could not measure performance impact. Consult the plugin's support forum for known issues before installing.
Performance Analysis
Performance Impact
We have not yet benchmarked Widget Contact Form 7, so we cannot report a measured speed score.
This plugin may have a significant performance impact. Consider lighter alternatives if speed is a priority for your site.
Maintenance Status
Last updated: 2017-11-28. Trusted by 1K+ active installations.
Note: Speed scores are estimated from plugin metrics. Real-world performance varies depending on your server configuration, other active plugins, and how you use the plugin.
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