# GDD Adwords

> GDD Adwords has 10+ active installs and 38 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** GDD Adwords shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 17 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Linkify predefined words in a post.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 4,957
- **Downloads (30 days):** 38 (+11.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Aug 3, 2009
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 2.8.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.1.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** emilelsan (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/emilelsan/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/gdd-adwords-wordpress-plugin/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [ad](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ad/) | #56 | 71 |
| [ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ads/) | >100 | 282 |
| [adwords](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/adwords/) | #12 | 16 |
| [link](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/link/) | >100 | 274 |
| [links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/links/) | >100 | 420 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| ad | >100 | 2,906 |
| ads | >100 | 2,906 |
| adwords | #96 | 101 |
| link | >100 | 10,000 |
| links | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Image Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/image-widget/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (287) | Apr 20, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 2 | [Meks Easy Ads Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-easy-ads-widget/) | 10K+ | 4.1/5 (14) | Jul 25, 2024 | 38/100 |
| 3 | [Ad Widget for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ad-widget/) | 2K+ | 4.3/5 (16) | Sep 25, 2025 | 46/100 |
| 4 | [Floating Ads Bottom](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/floating-ads-bottom/) | 2K+ | 4.4/5 (7) | Apr 17, 2025 | 47/100 |
| 5 | [Master Post Advert](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/master-post-advert/) | 1K+ | — | Nov 28, 2017 | 27/100 |
| 6 | [The Moneytizer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-moneytizer/) | 1K+ | 3.8/5 (42) | Mar 9, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 7 | [Realbig For WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/realbig-media/) | 800+ | 5/5 (1) | Jan 3, 2025 | 37/100 |
| 8 | [In-Post Ads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/adsense-in-post-ads-by-oizuled/) | 500+ | 4.7/5 (3) | May 3, 2023 | 33/100 |
| 9 | [CS Shop](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cs-shop/) | 300+ | — | Mar 28, 2018 | 26/100 |
| 10 | [Sticky Ads Lightweight](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-ad-lightweight/) | 300+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Aug 10, 2026 | 63/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is GDD Adwords free?
Yes. GDD Adwords is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GDD Adwords safe to use in 2026?
GDD Adwords shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 17 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GDD Adwords?
GDD Adwords is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,957 times since it launched in August 2009. It was downloaded 38 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GDD Adwords work with WordPress 7.1?
GDD Adwords is officially tested up to WordPress 2.8.2, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was GDD Adwords last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on August 3, 2009 (17 years ago).

### Who makes GDD Adwords?
GDD Adwords is developed and maintained by emilelsan.

### What are the best alternatives to GDD Adwords?
The most popular alternatives to GDD Adwords are Image Widget (100K+ installs), Meks Easy Ads Widget (10K+ installs) and Ad Widget for WordPress (2K+ installs).


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