Better Backgrounds WordPress Plugin
Random background image every visitor session, page refresh, or timed slideshow interval. Choose between fixed full screen or scrolling background. Note: As WordPress continues to make major changes to their API, I have lost interest in maintaining this plugin. There are currently a lot of compatibility issues that need to be resolved. If you are interestd in updating this code or even taking over this project please feel free, by contacting me at davetcoleman@gmail.com. I no longer support this plugin.
Keep your site looking fresh with changing backgrounds!
Show a random background image every visitor session (using a cookie), page refresh, or timed slideshow interval. Choose between fixed full screen background, full width scrolling background, or classic non-scaled backgrounds. Supports background fade effects and optionally integrates with NextGen Gallery plugin. Replaces the built-in WordPress Background settings page.
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Usage of Better Backgrounds over time
June 2023 — July 2024Between June 2023 and July 2024 the number of sites running this plugin went from 4 to 3 — down 1 (-25%).
| Month | Sites | Change |
|---|---|---|
| July 2024 | 3 | +0 |
| June 2024 | 3 | +0 |
| May 2024 | 3 | +0 |
| April 2024 | 3 | +0 |
| March 2024 | 3 | -1 |
| February 2024 | 4 | +0 |
| January 2024 | 4 | +0 |
| December 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| November 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| October 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| September 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| August 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| July 2023 | 4 | +0 |
| June 2023 | 4 | — |
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