Broadstreet
Integrate Broadstreet adserving power into your site.
Use with caution
Broadstreet works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (800+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Broadstreet stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| broadstreet | #1 |
| hyperlocal | #1 |
| independent | #8 |
| local | >100 |
| Publishers | #33 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About Broadstreet
From the official readme · v1.53.3Description
For Broadstreet Ad Manager users.
Integrate Broadstreet’s Ad Manager for Hyperlocal News, Magazine, and Niche
Publishers into your Broadstreet site.
- Install Broadstreet configuration with best practices automatically
- Drop zones into widget areas or via shortcode
- Place zones in-story ad-hoc or after certain paragraphs
- Automatically send category names as keywords to the adserver
- Restrict ads from appearing on certain pages or categories
How to:
- Install the plugin
- Go to Settings->Broadstreet
- Enter your Access Token and confirm that it’s valid (we’ll check automatically)
- Go to Appearance->Widgets, and use the new ‘Broadstreet Ad Zone’ widget
To learn more about Broadstreet, and how it can help you as a local publisher,
send an email to frontdesk@broadstreetads.com.
How can I report security bugs?
You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure
Program. The Patchstack team help validate, triage and handle any security
vulnerabilities.
Report a security vulnerability.
Fix Log
- 1.2.3: Fixed image upload bug affecting minority of WP installations
- 1.8.1: Fixed asset base URL making the settings page ugly
- 1.8.1: Fixed excerpt filter (special thanks Justin)
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
Best Broadstreet alternatives
All broadstreet plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 2 |
Selfie
Demo: http://youtu.be/O-W_dZw7Cwg
|
10+ |
FAQ
Broadstreet: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is Broadstreet free?
Yes. Broadstreet is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Broadstreet safe to use in 2026?
Broadstreet works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 61/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Broadstreet?
Broadstreet is active on 800+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 52,255 times since it launched in October 2012. It was downloaded 1,253 times in the last 30 days.
Does Broadstreet work with WordPress 7.1?
Broadstreet is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Broadstreet last updated?
The latest version, 1.53.3, was released on August 4, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes Broadstreet?
Broadstreet is developed and maintained by Broadstreet.
What are the best alternatives to Broadstreet?
The most popular alternatives to Broadstreet are Selfie (10+ installs).
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