# AfterShip Returns – automated return, exchange, and refund management for WooCommerce

> AfterShip Returns has 100+ active installs, a 4.7/5 rating from 15 reviews and 100 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** AfterShip Returns shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Offer scalable, self-service returns, exchanges, warranties, and refunds while automating status notifications and integrating reverse logistics.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 7,135
- **Downloads (30 days):** 100 (+19% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.7/5 from 15 reviews
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.14
- **Last updated:** Nov 14, 2023
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.3.12
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.1+, PHP 5.6.20+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** AfterShip & Automizely (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/aftership/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/automizely-returnscenter/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [automation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/automation/) | #62 | 646 |
| [Return Label](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/return-label/) | #1 | 1 |
| [Reverse Logistics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reverse-logistics/) | #1 | 1 |
| [RMA](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/rma/) | #2 | 18 |
| [warranty](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/warranty/) | #1 | 16 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| automation | >100 | 3,199 |
| Return Label | >100 | 2,927 |
| Reverse Logistics | #7 | 13 |
| RMA | #33 | 48 |
| warranty | >100 | 1,037 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [OttoKit: All-in-One Automation Platform](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/suretriggers/) | 90K+ | 4.9/5 (123) | Sep 24, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [Zapier for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/zapier/) | 50K+ | 2.2/5 (72) | Jul 24, 2025 | 37/100 |
| 3 | [Uncanny Automator – AI + Automation for WordPress / AI Agent, AI Page Builder, Free AI Usage Included](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/uncanny-automator/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (157) | Sep 30, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 4 | [MailerLite – WooCommerce integration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woo-mailerlite/) | 30K+ | 2.8/5 (64) | Sep 1, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 5 | [WP Webhooks – Automate repetitive tasks by creating powerful automation workflows directly within WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-webhooks/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (55) | Jul 15, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 6 | [Bit integrations – Form Integration, Webhook, Spreadsheets, CRM, LMS & Email Automation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bit-integrations/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (160) | Sep 27, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 7 | [Soro – SEO Autopilot & AI Content Writer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/soro-seo/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (2) | Apr 23, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 8 | [AI Puffer – Chat. Create. Automate. (formerly AI Power)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gpt3-ai-content-generator/) | 10K+ | 4.6/5 (165) | Oct 2, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 9 | [Thrive Automator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/thrive-automator/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (5) | Apr 4, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [ACF Theme Code for Advanced Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acf-theme-code/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (42) | Nov 28, 2023 | 47/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is AfterShip Returns free?
Yes. AfterShip Returns is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is AfterShip Returns safe to use in 2026?
AfterShip Returns shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites, is rated 4.7/5 and was last updated 3 years ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AfterShip Returns?
AfterShip Returns is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 7,135 times since it launched in November 2021. It was downloaded 100 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AfterShip Returns work with WordPress 7.1?
AfterShip Returns is officially tested up to WordPress 6.3.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does AfterShip Returns need?
AfterShip Returns requires PHP 5.6.20 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AfterShip Returns last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.14, was released on November 14, 2023 (3 years ago).

### Who makes AfterShip Returns?
AfterShip Returns is developed and maintained by AfterShip & Automizely.

### What are the best alternatives to AfterShip Returns?
The most popular alternatives to AfterShip Returns are OttoKit: All-in-One Automat… (90K+ installs), Zapier for WordPress (50K+ installs) and Uncanny Automator (40K+ installs).


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