Exit Links Manager
Easily manage links to external websites. This lightweight plugin create an intent page that notifies users when they try to visit a link to an external website. With a user-friendly interface, it is perfect for blogs…
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Exit Links Manager shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Exit Links Manager stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| external links | >100 |
| link management | >100 |
| redirects | >100 |
| warnings | >100 |
About Exit Links Manager
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Easily manage links to external websites. This lightweight plugin create an intent page that notifies users when they try to visit a link to an external website. With a user-friendly interface, it is perfect for blogs, news sites etc that often reference other sources. Simple to set up and fully responsive, visitors have a choice to continue to the next page or stay on the same website.
Github Repo
[https://github.com/chrisjrocen/exit-links-manager]
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/exit-links-managerdirectory, or install the plugin through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress
- Done. Now all external links redirect to a page slug, ‘leaving’.
Frequently asked questions
How do I enable Exit Links Manager?
The functionality is enabled as soon as you activate the plugin.
Changelog
Initial release: Basic external link detection and redirect functionality
1.0.0: Initial release
Screenshots
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FAQ
Exit Links Manager: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
Is Exit Links Manager free?
Yes. Exit Links Manager is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Exit Links Manager safe to use in 2026?
Exit Links Manager shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Exit Links Manager?
Exit Links Manager is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 363 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 39 times in the last 30 days.
Does Exit Links Manager work with WordPress 7.1?
Exit Links Manager is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Exit Links Manager need?
Exit Links Manager requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Exit Links Manager last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on October 18, 2025 (12 months ago).
Who makes Exit Links Manager?
Exit Links Manager is developed and maintained by Christopher Ocen.
What are the best alternatives to Exit Links Manager?
The most popular alternatives to Exit Links Manager are External Links (90K+ installs), External Links in New Windo… (30K+ installs) and External Links (8K+ installs).
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