# Connects – Tracking for WooCommerce

> Connects has 10+ active installs and 62 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Connects shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**This plugin works by appending the Connects Profiling and Conversion Tracking TAGs to your Woocommerce Shop. The Use of this plugin will not change the appearance of your Shop.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 1,869
- **Downloads (30 days):** 62 (-12.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1.7
- **Last updated:** Jul 21, 2021
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.8.18
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0.1+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Connects GmbH (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/connects/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/connects-tracking/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [advertiser](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/advertiser/) | #9 | 10 |
| [affiliate](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/affiliate/) | >100 | 382 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| advertiser | >100 | 217 |
| affiliate | >100 | 1,867 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Awin – Advertiser Tracking for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/awin-advertiser-tracking/) | 1K+ | 3/5 (3) | Aug 20, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 2 | [Grow by Tradedoubler – Advertiser Plugin for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tradedoubler-affiliate-tracker/) | 100+ | 3/5 (1) | Jan 8, 2025 | 29/100 |
| 3 | [Shoparize Partner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shoparize/) | 90+ | — | Feb 21, 2025 | 28/100 |
| 4 | [FlexOffers Conversion Tracking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexoffers-conversion-tracking/) | 10+ | — | Feb 12, 2026 | 38/100 |
| 5 | [WP Footer Ad](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-footer-ad/) | 10+ | — | Jan 7, 2010 | 23/100 |
| 6 | [Kw Modern Advertise](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kw-modern-advertise/) | 10+ | — | Sep 27, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 7 | [NuvemTechnologies Ad Server](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nuventech-ad-network/) | 10+ | — | Apr 10, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [Widget Adserver](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/widget-bumbablog-adserver/) | 10+ | — | Sep 6, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 10 | [FuseTwo Conversion Tracking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fusetwo-conversion-tracking/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Connects safe to use in 2026?
Connects shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Connects?
Connects is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,869 times since it launched in November 2019. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Connects work with WordPress 7.1?
Connects is officially tested up to WordPress 5.8.18, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Connects need?
Connects requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Connects last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.7, was released on July 21, 2021 (5 years ago).

### Who makes Connects?
Connects is developed and maintained by Connects GmbH.

### What are the best alternatives to Connects?
The most popular alternatives to Connects are Awin (1K+ installs), Grow by Tradedoubler (100+ installs) and Shoparize Partner (90+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/connects-tracking/ · Generated 2026-10-16 20:10 UTC by PageForge