# DL Smart Text Counter

> DL Smart Text Counter has <10 active installs and 42 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** DL Smart Text Counter works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Character count, word count, and sentence count tool with shortcode [dl_smart_text_counter].**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 399
- **Downloads (30 days):** 42 (+40% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** May 25, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.7+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Arun Sharma (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/dextorlobo/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/dl-smart-text-counter/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [character counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/character-counter/) | #3 | 3 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,401 |
| [text counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/text-counter/) | #1 | 1 |
| [word counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/word-counter/) | #6 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| character counter | #59 | 659 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |
| text counter | >100 | 1,870 |
| word counter | #72 | 548 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Character Countdown](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/character-countdown/) | 40+ | 5/5 (3) | Dec 23, 2014 | 31/100 |
| 2 | [Character Counter for Gravity Forms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/character-counter-for-gravity-forms/) | <10 | — | Oct 10, 2025 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is DL Smart Text Counter free?
Yes. DL Smart Text Counter is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is DL Smart Text Counter safe to use in 2026?
DL Smart Text Counter works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use DL Smart Text Counter?
DL Smart Text Counter is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 399 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 42 times in the last 30 days.

### Does DL Smart Text Counter work with WordPress 7.1?
DL Smart Text Counter is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

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

### When was DL Smart Text Counter last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on May 25, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes DL Smart Text Counter?
DL Smart Text Counter is developed and maintained by Arun Sharma.

### What are the best alternatives to DL Smart Text Counter?
The most popular alternatives to DL Smart Text Counter are Character Countdown (40+ installs) and Character Counter for Gravi… (<10 installs).


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