# Custom Shortlink Structure

> Custom Shortlink Structure has 10+ active installs, a 3/5 rating from 2 reviews and 37 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Custom Shortlink Structure shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**This plugin will add new settings to your Settings -> Permalinks screen for you to specify your blog’s shortlink structure. By default WordPress shortlinks look like http://yrnxt.com/?p=153. Using this plugin you can…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,155
- **Downloads (30 days):** 37 (-7.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 3/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Apr 22, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.6.1
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Alex (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ahoereth/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/custom-shortlink-structure/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [custom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom/) | >100 | 306 |
| [hyperlink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/hyperlink/) | #7 | 8 |
| [permalink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/permalink/) | #98 | 138 |
| [shortlink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortlink/) | #25 | 41 |
| [url](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/url/) | >100 | 201 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| custom | >100 | 10,000 |
| hyperlink | >100 | 389 |
| permalink | >100 | 3,732 |
| shortlink | >100 | 289 |
| url | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [White Label CMS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/white-label-cms/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (114) | Jul 9, 2026 | 65/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Custom CSS Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-custom-css/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (159) | Mar 11, 2025 | 51/100 |
| 3 | [ACF Photo Gallery Field](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/navz-photo-gallery/) | 60K+ | 4/5 (29) | Dec 26, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [Smart Custom Fields](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-custom-fields/) | 50K+ | 4.9/5 (21) | Jul 16, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 5 | [Gallery Custom Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gallery-custom-links/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (208) | Oct 10, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 6 | [Scripts n Styles](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scripts-n-styles/) | 30K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Jun 6, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 7 | [Ocean Custom Sidebar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ocean-custom-sidebar/) | 20K+ | 5/5 (8) | Aug 18, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Custom Block Builder – Lazy Blocks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lazy-blocks/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (80) | Oct 12, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [Custom Body Class](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-custom-body-class/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (21) | Jul 27, 2025 | 45/100 |
| 10 | [Meks Time Ago](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-time-ago/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (9) | Dec 4, 2025 | 54/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Custom Shortlink Structure safe to use in 2026?
Custom Shortlink Structure shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 3/5 and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Custom Shortlink Structure?
Custom Shortlink Structure is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,155 times since it launched in April 2013. It was downloaded 37 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Custom Shortlink Structure work with WordPress 7.1?
Custom Shortlink Structure is officially tested up to WordPress 3.6.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Custom Shortlink Structure last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on April 22, 2013 (14 years ago).

### Who makes Custom Shortlink Structure?
Custom Shortlink Structure is developed and maintained by Alex.

### What are the best alternatives to Custom Shortlink Structure?
The most popular alternatives to Custom Shortlink Structure are White Label CMS (200K+ installs), Simple Custom CSS Plugin (100K+ installs) and ACF Photo Gallery Field (60K+ installs).


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