# ffinder – Search & Analytics

> ffinder – Search & Analytics has <10 active installs and 67 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 55/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** ffinder – Search & Analytics works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

**A faster replacement for the WordPress search: live autocomplete, did-you-mean suggestions, and a dashboard of what your visitors look for.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 182
- **Downloads (30 days):** 67 (-52.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 55/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.4.2
- **Last updated:** Aug 24, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.1+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** vacatiolabs (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/vacatiolabs/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/ffinder/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ajax search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ajax-search/) | #41 | 82 |
| [autocomplete](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/autocomplete/) | #57 | 82 |
| [live search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/live-search/) | #36 | 68 |
| [search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search/) | >100 | 586 |
| [search analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search-analytics/) | #6 | 11 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ajax search | >100 | 4,254 |
| autocomplete | >100 | 832 |
| live search | >100 | 7,635 |
| search | >100 | 10,000 |
| search analytics | >100 | 3,969 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [FiboSearch – Ajax Search for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ajax-search-for-woocommerce/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,815) | Sep 7, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [Ivory Search – WordPress Search Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/add-search-to-menu/) | 90K+ | 4.9/5 (1,561) | Oct 2, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Advance Product Search- Voice & Ajax Search for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/th-advance-product-search/) | 9K+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 14, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 4 | [Sokol: Smart WooCommerce Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-woocommerce-search/) | 5K+ | 4.4/5 (24) | Sep 16, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Jetpack Search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jetpack-search/) | 4K+ | 4.5/5 (10) | Aug 13, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 6 | [Advanced Product Search For WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-product-search-for-woo/) | 4K+ | 4.3/5 (6) | Sep 4, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 7 | [Magnify – Suggestive Search Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/magnify-suggestive-search/) | 3K+ | — | Sep 14, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 8 | [Search in Place](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/search-in-place/) | 3K+ | 4.9/5 (64) | Sep 30, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 9 | [SearchIQ – The Search Solution](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/searchiq/) | 1K+ | 4.9/5 (197) | Oct 3, 2025 | 57/100 |
| 10 | [Advanced All in One Admin Search by WP Spotlight](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-spotlight-search/) | 900+ | 4.3/5 (8) | May 15, 2025 | 45/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is ffinder – Search & Analytics free?
Yes. ffinder – Search & Analytics is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is ffinder – Search & Analytics safe to use in 2026?
ffinder – Search & Analytics works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ffinder – Search & Analytics?
ffinder – Search & Analytics is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 182 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 67 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ffinder – Search & Analytics work with WordPress 7.1?
ffinder – Search & Analytics is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does ffinder – Search & Analytics need?
ffinder – Search & Analytics requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ffinder – Search & Analytics last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.2, was released on August 24, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes ffinder – Search & Analytics?
ffinder – Search & Analytics is developed and maintained by vacatiolabs.

### What are the best alternatives to ffinder – Search & Analytics?
The most popular alternatives to ffinder – Search & Analytics are FiboSearch (100K+ installs), Ivory Search (90K+ installs) and Advance Product Search- Voi… (9K+ installs).


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