AutoLink Keywords
AutoLink Keywords helps you easily add internal or external links to your content by automatically linking specified keywords.
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AutoLink Keywords shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (60+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where AutoLink Keywords stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| autolink | #5 |
| automation | >100 |
| keywords | >100 |
| links | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About AutoLink Keywords
From the official readme · v1.2Description
AutoLink Keywords helps you easily add internal or external links to your content by automatically linking specified keywords.
Features:
* Define keyword-URL pairs in the settings page.
* Limit the maximum number of links per post.
* Optionally open links in a new tab.
* Optionally add rel=”nofollow” attribute.
* Case-insensitive matching.
* Prevents linking inside already linked text.
* Lightweight and simple to use.
A brief Markdown Example
Define keyword-URL pairs like:
wordpress|https://wordpress.org
php|https://www.php.net
Links will open in a new tab with optional nofollow attribute if configured.
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/autolink-keywords. - Activate the plugin via the WordPress Plugins page.
- Go to AutoLink → AutoLink Keywords in the admin menu.
- Enter keyword|URL pairs, one per line (e.g.
wordpress|https://wordpress.org). - Configure link options and save.
- The plugin will automatically link keywords in your posts and pages.
Frequently asked questions
Will this slow down my site?
No, it’s optimized to run only on single post/page views.
Can I add multiple URLs to one keyword?
No, only one URL per keyword.
Does it link keywords inside widgets or excerpts?
No, it only modifies the main post/page content.
Changelog
Improved usability and added About page.
1.1
- Added About page with usage instructions.
- Improved keyword matching and performance.
1.0
- Initial release with basic keyword linking functionality.
For developers
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FAQ
AutoLink Keywords: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 1, 2026
Is AutoLink Keywords free?
Yes. AutoLink Keywords is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is AutoLink Keywords safe to use in 2026?
AutoLink Keywords shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 60+ sites and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 34/100 on our health check.
How many websites use AutoLink Keywords?
AutoLink Keywords is active on 60+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 914 times since it launched in June 2025. It was downloaded 70 times in the last 30 days.
Does AutoLink Keywords work with WordPress 7.1?
AutoLink Keywords is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does AutoLink Keywords need?
AutoLink Keywords requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was AutoLink Keywords last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on June 27, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes AutoLink Keywords?
AutoLink Keywords is developed and maintained by Pedram Cheraghi.
What are the best alternatives to AutoLink Keywords?
The most popular alternatives to AutoLink Keywords are Autolink Generator (40+ installs), Linkable (20+ installs) and URL Autolinker by Jerin.ca (10+ installs).
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