Description
At a glance
Genesis Custom Blocks v1.7.3 is a free WordPress plugin with 10K+ active installs, 4.5/5 rating from 21 reviews, updated April 20, 2026, requires WordPress 6.0+ & PHP 7.0+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
Genesis Custom Blocks provides WordPress developers with the tools they need to take control of the block-first reality of modern WordPress.
The WordPress block editor (AKA Gutenberg) opens up a whole new world for the way we build pages, posts, and websites with WordPress. Genesis Custom Blocks makes it easy to harness this and build custom blocks the way you want them to be built. Whether you want to implement a custom design, deliver unique functionality, or even remove your dependence on other plugins, Genesis Custom Blocks equips you with the tools you need to hit “Publish” sooner.
Take control of design – Implement beautiful, custom designs with fine-tuned front-end templating control.
Build unique functionality – Build blocks that function and behave exactly as you need.
Extend & Integrate – Easily extend your custom blocks to integrate with third-party apps and plugins.
Features
A Familiar Experience
Work within the WordPress admin with an interface you already know.
Block Fields
Add from a growing list of available fields to your custom blocks.
Simple Templating
Let the plugin do the heavy lifting so you can use the built-in editor, or familiar WordPress development practices to build block templates.
Developer Friendly Functions
As an alternative to the built-in editor, there are simple functions, ready to render and work with the data stored through your custom block fields.
Currently available block fields
- Inner Blocks Field
- File Field
- Text Field
- Image Field
- URL Field
- Toggle Field
- Textarea Field
- Select Field
- Range Field
- Radio Field
- Number Field
- Multi-select Field
- Email Field
- Color Field
- Checkbox Field
Do more with Genesis Pro
For those wanting to level-up with Genesis Custom Blocks, a Genesis Pro subscription brings some serious power-user features:
Genesis Custom Blocks Pro Features
- Repeater Field
- Taxonomy Field
- Post Field
- User Field
- Rich Text Field
- Classic Text Field
- Block Level Import/Export
- 24/7 Support
Genesis Pro includes even more value for modern WordPress content creators, marketers, and developers. Learn more about Genesis Pro here.
Developer docs you can rely on.
Developer tools are only as good as their docs. That’s why we take them seriously. Here are a few links to get you started:
Links
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I download Genesis Custom Blocks?
Genesis Custom Blocks 1.7.3 is the latest version. It is a WordPress plugin you can download here free of charge under the GPL license, with the complete feature set included and no trial limitations. It holds a 4.5/5 rating from 21 user reviews.
Does Genesis Custom Blocks cost anything?
No. Genesis Custom Blocks 1.7.3 is 100% free — the full GPL version, not a trial or demo. There are no download limits, no accounts to create, and no upsells during the download.
How do I install Genesis Custom Blocks 1.7.3?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Genesis Custom Blocks?
Genesis Custom Blocks 1.7.3 requires WordPress 6.0 or higher and PHP 7.0 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Genesis Custom Blocks last updated?
Version 1.7.3 was last updated on April 20, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Genesis Custom Blocks download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.7.3
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.7.3 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | April 20, 2026 |
| Active installs | 10,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.5/5 (21 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.0 or higher |
| Author | StudioPress |
| Tags | block-editor, blocks, fields, gutenberg, template |
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