# Allow Skype Protocol

> Allow Skype Protocol has 20+ active installs and 71 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 63/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Allow Skype Protocol is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 63/100 on our health check.

**A simple plugin to allow Skype protocol in a link.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 2,089
- **Downloads (30 days):** 71 (-26% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 63/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.01
- **Last updated:** Sep 10, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.7+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** clicface (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/clicface/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/allow-skype-protocol/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Protocol](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/protocol/) | #5 | 6 |
| [skype](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/skype/) | #4 | 10 |
| [skype link](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/skype-link/) | #1 | 1 |
| [skype uri](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/skype-uri/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Protocol | #36 | 1,479 |
| skype | #11 | 212 |
| skype link | #6 | 139 |
| skype uri | #1 | 9 |

## Version adoption

- 1.01: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ["SEO-HEADERS-Easy" Protocol HTTP 1.1](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seo-http-headers-easy/) | 100+ | 4.7/5 (3) | Dec 10, 2015 | 31/100 |
| 2 | [TDMRep: TDM Reservation Protocol](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tdmrep/) | 50+ | — | Aug 23, 2024 | 25/100 |
| 3 | [Permalink History](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/permalink-history/) | 20+ | — | Oct 2, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 4 | [Protocol Relative Theme Assets](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/protocol-relative-theme-assets/) | 20+ | 4/5 (2) | May 21, 2014 | 28/100 |
| 6 | [protocols.io Publications Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/protocols-io-publications-widget/) | <10 | — | May 24, 2019 | 21/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Allow Skype Protocol free?
Yes. Allow Skype Protocol is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Allow Skype Protocol safe to use in 2026?
Allow Skype Protocol is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 63/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Allow Skype Protocol?
Allow Skype Protocol is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,089 times since it launched in March 2020. It was downloaded 71 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Allow Skype Protocol work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Allow Skype Protocol up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 4.7 or newer.

### What PHP version does Allow Skype Protocol need?
Allow Skype Protocol requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Allow Skype Protocol last updated?
The latest version, 1.01, was released on September 10, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes Allow Skype Protocol?
Allow Skype Protocol is developed and maintained by clicface.

### What are the best alternatives to Allow Skype Protocol?
The most popular alternatives to Allow Skype Protocol are "SEO-HEADERS-Easy" Protocol… (100+ installs), TDMRep: TDM Reservation Pro… (50+ installs) and Permalink History (20+ installs).


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