SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block for WordPress Plugin Directory
By Marc Tönsing
SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block is the #23 ranked block app on WordPress, with a 4.9 average rating from 77 reviews, as of Aug 31, 2026.
SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block is a WordPress Plugin Directory app by Marc Tönsing. With a rating of 4.9★ from 77 reviews, it currently ranks #23 in the Block category.
AppRanks data: SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block ranks #23 in Block on WordPress Plugin Directory, placing it in the top 4% of that category.
AppRanks verdict
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SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block is a category-leading WordPress app with a limited review volume. It is listed in the Block category on WordPress Plugin Directory, which AppRanks treats as the canonical taxonomy node for ranking and competitor comparison. 77 reviews put it in the early-traction tier — useful for early-stage stores willing to be on the leading edge. Early-traction review counts are sensitive to single launch periods or feature events, so a 30-day re-check before bigger commitments often resolves whether the trend is sustained. Paid-only pricing means evaluating fit on the marketplace listing or via the developer's documentation before installing. AppRanks tracks rating, review count, pricing tier, and category position daily — the figures on this page reflect the most recent scrape from the canonical WordPress Plugin Directory listing.
Pros
- +High average rating (4.9★) signals consistent merchant satisfaction
- +Published by Marc Tönsing — established developer track record
Cons
- −Limited review base (77) — ratings can shift significantly with new feedback
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How SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block works
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Add a Table of Contents block to your posts and pages. The TOC is a nested list of links to all heading found in the post or page. To use it, simply add a block and search for “SimpleTOC” or just “TOC”.
The maximum depth of the toc can be configured in in the blocks’ sidebar among many other options. There can hide the headline “Table of Contents” and add your own by using a normal heading block.
Spin up a new WordPress instance with the SimpleTOC plugin already installed.
User Feedback
“It is lightweight, stable, and fully compatible with WordPress Full Site Editing. A reliable solution that integrates seamlessly and performs exactly as expected.”
— @js100 on wordpress.org
“Does the job perfectly, and adds no bloat.”
— @clicknathan on wordpress.org
“Simple yet powerful. Great plugin that does exactly what you need.”
— @mixey on wordpress.org
Accessibility This plugin is designed & developed for WCAG 2.2 level AA conformance. The plugin is tested with assistive technology and intended to be accessible, however some third party plugins or themes may affect the individual accessibility on a given website. If you find an accessibility issue, please let us know and we’ll try to address it promptly.
Hidden TOCs use native <details> and <summary> semantics without extra ARIA references that require custom IDs.
Features
Designed for Gutenberg.
Zero configuration: Add the SimpleTOC block to your post and that’s it.
Minimal and valid HTML output.
Utilizes the browser’s built-in details tag for a collapsible interface.
No JavaScript or CSS by default. Optional features such as the accordion menu, smooth scrolling, or box style add minimal assets only when enabled.
Optional Box style in Gutenberg’s Styles tab with a default gray background.
Native text, link, background, spacing, and typography controls.
Global block styling through theme.json.
Inherits the style of your theme.
Smooth scrolling effect using CSS.
Accessibility built-in by following web standards.
Standard Gutenberg block wrapper with navigation role and ARIA label attributes.
Translated in multiple languages. Including German, Japanese, Chinese (Taiwan), Dutch, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Spanish and Latvia.
Ideal for creating a Frequently Asked Questions section on your website.
Customization
Administrators can utilize global settings to supersede the individual block settings.
Set text, link, and background colors in Gutenberg’s Styles tab.
Native block support for wide and full width.
Set vertical margins and padding with native spacing controls.
Control the maximum depth of the headings.
Choose between an ordered, bullet HTML list. Or indent the list.
Select the Box style directly in Gutenberg’s Styles tab.
Select a heading level or turn it into a paragraph.
Disable the h2 heading of the TOC block and add your own.
Compatibility
GeneratePress and Rank Math support.
Works with popular AMP plugins.
How to contribute SimpleTOC is open-source and developed on GitHub Pages. If you find a bug or have an idea for a feature please feel free to contribute and create a pull request.
Credits Many thanks to Tom J Nowell and and Sally CJ who both helped me a lot with my questions over at wordpress.stackexchange.com
And many more thanks to all the developers on GitHub who helped me making SimpleTOC what it is today!
Thanks to Quintus Valerius Soranus for inventing the Table of Contents around 100 BC.
Category rankings
As of Sep 4, 2026- Block#23of 593Top 4%
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Competitors & alternatives
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Where SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block stands in the Block category
SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block ranks #23 of 593 apps in the Block category, placing it in the top 4% of the listing.
Frequently asked questions
What is SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block?
SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block is an app for WordPress. It currently holds a 4.9-star rating from 77 merchant reviews, and AppRanks has been tracking its public marketplace data on the refresh cadence published in our methodology. It is listed under the Block category on AppRanks, where you can see its current category position, review-velocity trend, and how it compares against the top alternatives in the same space. Developed by Marc Tönsing.
Who uses SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block?
Currently around 10,000 active stores have installed SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block. Its review base is still building, which usually maps to early-stage merchants and stores piloting a new workflow. It is part of the Block category on WordPress.
Where does SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block rank on WordPress?
SimpleTOC – Table of Contents Block currently sits at position #23 in the Block category on WordPress. That places it in the top 4% of 593 apps tracked in the same category. Category positions are read from the live marketplace ranking and refresh on each scrape, so the number you see here reflects the most recent crawl rather than a long-running average.