Decode Reply Tool
Add a simple, modern tool to your posts to allow your readership to reply to any post via Twitter or App.net with a simple click or tap. An @mention is composed to your account with the permalink of the post that is…
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Decode Reply Tool shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 12 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 4.0 (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 Decode Reply Tool stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| Decode | >100 |
| discussion | >100 |
| reply | >100 |
| social | >100 |
| >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 1 reviews
About Decode Reply Tool
From the official readme · v1.1.9Description
Add a simple, modern tool to your posts to allow your readership to reply to any post via Twitter or App.net with a simple click or tap. An @mention is composed to your account with the permalink of the post that is being replied to attached.
Now the conversation with your readers continues using your favorite Twitter or App.net app. Download the Decode Reply Tool today and take a look at the beautiful and modern theme, Decode.
Installation
- Upload
decode-reply-tool.zipto the/wp-content/plugins/directory, or in the “Plugins” section of the WordPress admin interface. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Setup with your Twitter and App.net usernames in Appearances > Decode Reply Tool.
- Save your changes and enjoy!
Changelog
1.1.9
- Added humans.txt for credits
- Bumped tested up to version to 4.0
- Improved links to avoid redirects
- Improved addition of styles
1.1.8
- Sped up page rendering by inlining styles
- Fixes 301 redirect on ADN reply links
1.1.7
- Updated translation template
- Shortened style and script filenames
1.1.6
- Fixed version numbers
- Improved ADN sharing text
1.1.5
- Reduced number of PHP calls
1.1.4
- Reply Tool now doesn’t need jQuery
- Added German translation
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FAQ
Decode Reply Tool: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 3, 2026
Is Decode Reply Tool free?
Yes. Decode Reply Tool is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Decode Reply Tool safe to use in 2026?
Decode Reply Tool shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Decode Reply Tool?
Decode Reply Tool is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,938 times since it launched in July 2013. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.
Does Decode Reply Tool work with WordPress 7.1?
Decode Reply Tool is officially tested up to WordPress 4.0.38, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
When was Decode Reply Tool last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.9, was released on September 4, 2014 (12 years ago).
Who makes Decode Reply Tool?
Decode Reply Tool is developed and maintained by Scott Smith.
What are the best alternatives to Decode Reply Tool?
The most popular alternatives to Decode Reply Tool are Encode Decode Tool (10+ installs).
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