# Google News Unique Permalink ID

> Google News Unique Permalink ID has 30+ active installs and 57 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Google News Unique Permalink ID shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**For a more detailed description please visit the Google News Unique Permalink ID Plugin Homepage. Note that there is also a German description for Google News Unique Permalink ID**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 3,729
- **Downloads (30 days):** 57 (+54.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** Nov 7, 2011
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.2.1
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** brainsap-dev (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/brainsap-dev/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/google-news-unique-permalink-id/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [google news](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-news/) | #14 | 29 |
| [permalink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/permalink/) | #73 | 134 |
| [unique id](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/unique-id/) | #3 | 4 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| google news | >100 | 9,805 |
| permalink | >100 | 3,610 |
| unique id | >100 | 2,907 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [XML Sitemap & Google News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xml-sitemap-feed/) | 100K+ | 4.4/5 (85) | Jun 10, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 2 | [Dynamic XML Sitemaps Generator for Google](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/xml-sitemap-generator-for-google/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (47) | Oct 11, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 3 | [GN Publisher: Google News Compatible RSS Feeds](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gn-publisher/) | 20K+ | 4.9/5 (29) | Sep 9, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 4 | [Lana Sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lana-sitemap/) | 400+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 15, 2017 | 34/100 |
| 5 | [WPSSO WP Sitemaps XML with News, Image, and Video Sitemap](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpsso-wp-sitemaps/) | 400+ | 4.8/5 (4) | Sep 27, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 6 | [RSS Control](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rss-control/) | 300+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 21, 2026 | 42/100 |
| 7 | [Lightweight Newscast XML Sitemap For Google News](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lightweight-newscast-xml-sitemap-for-google-news/) | 100+ | 4/5 (1) | Sep 5, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 8 | [Google News Sitemap Feed With Multisite Support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-news-sitemap-feed-with-multisite-support/) | 100+ | — | Jan 26, 2011 | 25/100 |
| 9 | [Google News Keywords from Tags](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-news-keywords-from-tags/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Jun 23, 2014 | 32/100 |
| 10 | [XML News Sitemap Generator](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/free-news-sitemap-generator-by-kumarharshit-in/) | 70+ | — | May 26, 2026 | 53/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Google News Unique Permalink ID free?
Yes. Google News Unique Permalink ID is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Google News Unique Permalink ID safe to use in 2026?
Google News Unique Permalink ID shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 15 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Google News Unique Permalink ID?
Google News Unique Permalink ID is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,729 times since it launched in July 2011. It was downloaded 57 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Google News Unique Permalink ID work with WordPress 7.1?
Google News Unique Permalink ID is officially tested up to WordPress 3.2.1, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Google News Unique Permalink ID last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on November 7, 2011 (15 years ago).

### Who makes Google News Unique Permalink ID?
Google News Unique Permalink ID is developed and maintained by brainsap-dev.

### What are the best alternatives to Google News Unique Permalink ID?
The most popular alternatives to Google News Unique Permalink ID are XML Sitemap & Google News (100K+ installs), Dynamic XML Sitemaps Genera… (20K+ installs) and GN Publisher: Google News C… (20K+ installs).


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