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Scroll to Top – Smooth Scroll Up, Back to Top & Reading Progress Bar

Add a customizable Scroll to Top button and Reading Progress Bar. Smooth scroll up, 16+ styles, and mobile responsiveness for better navigation.

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Tested up to WordPress 7.1
Current version1.2.4
WordPress coverageTested up to WordPress 7.1
Minimum stackWP 5.0 · PHP 7.4
Directory statusactive
Last directory update24 Aug 20262mo ago
Active installations60Adoption metric — not a quality score
WordPress.org rating5.0 / 5 from 1 ratings
Official packageDirect from WordPress.org

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WP PlugIndex currently records Scroll to Top – Smooth Scroll Up, Back to Top & Reading Progress Bar version 1.2.4 as active, updated 2mo ago and tested up to WordPress 7.1.

Overview

About this plugin

Improve your website’s user experience with Scroll to Top, a lightweight and feature-rich plugin that adds a smooth “Back to Top” button and a Reading Progress Bar.

Long pages can be frustrating. This plugin helps users navigate seamlessly with a single click. Unlike basic scroll plugins, we offer 16 professionally designed styles, ranging from minimal arrows to gamified animations like Rocket Launch and Cosmic effects.

It also includes a visual Reading Progress Bar, perfect for blogs and long-form content to show readers their position on the page. Position the bar at the top, bottom, or right side of the screen — and if you choose the top position, the plugin automatically detects your site’s header (including sticky and FSE block theme headers) and places the bar neatly below it.

🚀 Why Choose This Scroll to Top Plugin?

Every website needs smooth navigation. Our plugin boosts user experience by allowing visitors to return to the top of your page instantly, reducing bounce rates and keeping them engaged. We prioritized performance, ensuring the plugin is lightweight and fast, loading assets only when necessary so your site speed remains unaffected.

You can fully customize the extensive color options to match your brand identity, complete with live previews. Plus, it’s designed to be mobile-responsive, working perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.

  • Boost Navigation: Reduce bounce rates by making it easy to scroll back up.
  • Lightweight & Fast: Optimized for performance; assets load only when needed.
  • Fully Customizable: Match your brand with unlimited colors and live previews.
  • Mobile Responsive: Designed to work perfectly on phones, tablets, and desktops.

✨ Key Features

Unlock a suite of powerful features designed for modern websites. Choose from over 16 unique styles, ranging from minimalist designs to fun animations. The integrated Reading Progress Bar gives users a clear visual indicator of their position, while the smooth scroll technology ensures a polished feel.

You have full control over positioning, scroll triggers, animation speed, and page targeting to ensure the button appears exactly when and where you need it.

  • 16+ Unique Styles: Choose from minimalist arrows, rockets, bubbles, neon effects, and more.
  • Reading Progress Bar: A sleek bar that fills as users scroll — position it at the top, bottom, or right side.
  • Header Auto-Detection: When placed at the top, the bar automatically detects sticky and FSE block theme headers and sits neatly below them. You can also provide a custom CSS selector.
  • Smooth Scroll Up: Customize the scroll speed (Slow, Normal, Fast) for a polished feel.
  • Smart Positioning: Place the button Bottom-Right, Bottom-Left, or Bottom-Center.
  • Scroll Trigger: Auto-show the button after scrolling a specific distance (e.g., 300px).
  • Page Targeting: Display on specific post types (Homepage, Posts, Pages) or exclude as needed.
  • Accessibility Ready: WCAG compliant with keyboard support and ARIA labels.

🎨 Styles Included

We understand that every site has a unique design language. That’s why we’ve included a diverse library of button styles. Whether you need an essential arrow for a professional business site, a visual indicator for a blog, or a fun animation for a creative portfolio, you’ll find the perfect match.

Our styles include everything from neon pulses and holographic effects to classic, minimal designs.

  • Essential: Classic Arrow, Minimal Glass, Floating Bubble.
  • Visual Indicators: Progress Circle, Progress Bar (Top / Bottom / Right).
  • Fun Animations: Rocket Launch, Magic Wand, Floating Bubble.
  • Modern Effects: Neon Pulse, Holographic, Cosmic Sparkle.

♿ Accessibility First

Web accessibility is at the core of our development. We believe navigation should be seamless for everyone. The plugin is built with strict WCAG compliance, offering full keyboard navigation support (Tab key) and proper ARIA labels for screen readers.

It also respects user preferences for reduced motion, ensuring a comfortable experience for all visitors.

  • Keyboard Support: Full keyboard navigation support (Tab key).
  • Screen Readers: Proper ARIA labels for screen readers.
  • Reduced Motion: Respects user “Reduced Motion” settings in browsers.

💡 Pro Tips:

* Use the progress circle style for long-form content

* Match button colors to your brand palette

* Enable the progress bar and set it to “Top” — it will auto-detect your sticky header and sit neatly below it

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* Adjust bottom offset to avoid conflicts with other fixed elements

* Position buttons based on your site’s layout

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  • back to top
  • reading progress bar
  • scroll to top
  • scroll up
  • smooth scroll
Compatibility & maintenance

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Tested with WP 7.1

Marked as tested with the current WordPress 7.1 release.

Current WordPress releaseWordPress 7.1
WordPress.org Tested up to7.1
Minimum requirementsWordPress 5.0 · PHP 7.4
Update activity24 Aug 20262mo ago

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