Search & Filter
Search & Filter is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.
About this Plugin
Search & Filter is a simple search and filtering plugin for WordPress – it is an advancement of the WordPress search box.
Static WordPress Challenge
The filter UI and pre-rendered results can appear in static pages, but visitor-submitted searches and AJAX or query-based filtering require a live WordPress endpoint or Static Studio proxy; otherwise filtering will not update results on a standalone static export.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Search & Filter compatible with Simply Static?
Search & Filter works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Studio for the best experience.
Which Simply Static product works best with Search & Filter?
Based on our analysis, Search & Filter works best with Simply Static Studio. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.
Does Search & Filter affect static build times?
Search & Filter has approximately 50,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.
What configuration does Search & Filter need for Simply Static?
The filter UI and pre-rendered results can appear in static pages, but visitor-submitted searches and AJAX or query-based filtering require a live WordPress endpoint or Static Studio proxy; otherwise filtering will not update results on a standalone static export.
How often is this compatibility data updated?
All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.