ContentTrace
Protect your WordPress content with invisible fingerprints and dual detection technology. Find who copied your posts and prove ownership.
Use with caution
ContentTrace works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where ContentTrace stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| content-protection | >100 |
| copyright | >100 |
| DMCA | #6 |
| duplicate content | >100 |
| plagiarism | #14 |
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About ContentTrace
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
External Services
This plugin relies on external services for features that require server-side processing which cannot be performed locally within WordPress.
ContentTrace API (api.contenttrace.app)
- Purpose: Web scanning, similarity analysis, and takedown report generation.
- Why external: These features require large-scale web crawling, CPU-intensive content comparison algorithms, and structured legal document generation that cannot run within a WordPress installation.
- Data sent: Your site domain (for identification), post content excerpts (for similarity comparison), and URLs (for analysis). Content is processed in memory and immediately discarded.
- Privacy Policy: https://contenttrace.app/privacy.html
- Terms of Service: https://contenttrace.app/terms.html
Archive.org Wayback Machine (web.archive.org)
- Purpose: Creating timestamped snapshots of your published posts as proof of original authorship.
- Why external: Archive.org provides independently verifiable, timestamped archives that serve as legal evidence of publication date. This cannot be replicated locally.
- Data sent: The public URL of your post.
- Terms of Use: https://archive.org/about/terms.php
Google Search (via browser)
- Purpose: One-click manual search for your content fingerprints or titles.
- Data sent: Opens a search in the user’s own browser. No server-side requests are made by the plugin.
About ContentTrace
ContentTrace helps WordPress content creators protect their work from theft by embedding invisible tracking tokens and providing tools to detect unauthorized copies.
All plugin features are fully functional for all users. The external API service may apply usage limits based on your service tier.
Core Features
- Invisible Token Injection – Unique fingerprints embedded in every post
- Token Dashboard – View all protected posts and their tokens
- Quick Google Search – One-click search to find potential copies
- Archive.org Integration – Create timestamped proof of publication
- Smart Compare (URL & Text) – Compare your content with suspected copies
- Takedown Notice Generator – DMCA/EU/International notices via API
- CSV Export – Export all tokens for backup
- Category Exclusion – Skip token injection for specific categories
- Token Styling Options – Customize how visible tokens appear
- RSS Feed Protection – Add tokens to feed content
- Contact Information Storage – Pre-fill takedown notice details
How It Works
- Protect – ContentTrace adds unique invisible tokens to your posts
- Detect – Use manual search or API scanning to find copies
- Prove – Archive.org snapshots prove you published first
- Act – Generate takedown notices to remove stolen content
Privacy
- Tokens are stored locally in your WordPress database
- Content sent for analysis is processed and immediately discarded
- No personal data is stored on external servers beyond basic usage tracking
- Archive.org submissions use the public Wayback Machine service
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to
/wp-content/plugins/contenttrace/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Go to ContentTrace > Settings to configure options
- Tokens are automatically added to new published posts
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an API key?
No. The plugin identifies your site by domain and tracks usage automatically. No license key or manual activation is required.
What happens if I reach a usage limit?
The API will return a message indicating the limit has been reached for the current period. You can wait for the limit to reset or visit contenttrace.app for higher-limit plans.
Are my posts stored on your servers?
No. Content sent for similarity analysis is processed in memory and immediately discarded. Only metadata (URLs, similarity scores) is retained for your dashboard.
Can scrapers remove the tokens?
Visible tokens are harder to remove. Hidden tokens may be stripped by smart scrapers, which is why ContentTrace uses dual detection (tokens + content matching).
Does this work with custom post types?
Currently, ContentTrace works with posts and pages. Support for custom post types is planned.
Changelog
Improved scan accuracy and enhanced interface.
1.0.1
- Improved scan accuracy and plan limit handling
- Enhanced user interface with clearer usage information
1.0.0
- Initial release
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FAQ
ContentTrace: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 30, 2026
Is ContentTrace free?
Yes. ContentTrace is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is ContentTrace safe to use in 2026?
ContentTrace works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Is rated 5/5 and was last updated 8 months ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
How many websites use ContentTrace?
ContentTrace is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 444 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.
Does ContentTrace work with WordPress 7.1?
ContentTrace 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.
What PHP version does ContentTrace need?
ContentTrace requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was ContentTrace last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on February 15, 2026 (8 months ago).
Who makes ContentTrace?
ContentTrace is developed and maintained by Md Saddam Hossain Shakil.
What are the best alternatives to ContentTrace?
The most popular alternatives to ContentTrace are WP Content Copy Protection… (100K+ installs), Secure Copy Content Protect… (20K+ installs) and Disabled Source, Disabled R… (10K+ installs).
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