# Gossiped Comments

> Gossiped Comments has 90+ active installs and 199 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 68/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Gossiped Comments is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

**Universal commenting system with cross-site profiles, reputation scores, and real-time analytics.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 90+
- **Total downloads:** 1,177
- **Downloads (30 days):** 199 (+237.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 68/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.2.3
- **Last updated:** Sep 11, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.8+, PHP 8.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** gossiped (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/gossiped/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/gossiped-comments/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/analytics/) | >100 | 1,090 |
| [commenting](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/commenting/) | #2 | 9 |
| [comments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comments/) | >100 | 1,016 |
| [discussion](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/discussion/) | #16 | 37 |
| [spam protection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/spam-protection/) | #37 | 135 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| analytics | >100 | 7,625 |
| commenting | #57 | 369 |
| comments | >100 | 8,886 |
| discussion | >100 | 777 |
| spam protection | >100 | 1,545 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Site Kit by Google – Analytics, Search Console, AdSense, Speed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-site-kit/) | 5M+ | 4.2/5 (1,011) | Sep 21, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-analytics-for-wordpress/) | 2M+ | 4.5/5 (3,152) | Sep 16, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 3 | [WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-statistics/) | 500K+ | 4.1/5 (759) | Oct 1, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 4 | [GA Google Analytics – Connect Google Analytics to WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ga-google-analytics/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (158) | Aug 10, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 5 | [ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-analytics-dashboard-for-wp/) | 300K+ | 2.5/5 (1,546) | Sep 16, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 6 | [Head, Footer and Post Injections](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/header-footer/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (735) | Mar 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 7 | [HubSpot All-In-One Marketing – Forms, Popups, Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/leadin/) | 200K+ | 4.3/5 (207) | Sep 16, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Burst Statistics – Simple WordPress Analytics (Google Analytics Alternative)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/burst-statistics/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (186) | Sep 28, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 9 | [UserFeedback – Create Interactive Feedback Form, User Surveys, and Polls in Seconds](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/userfeedback-lite/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (305) | Sep 16, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 10 | [Post Views Counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-views-counter/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,232) | Aug 14, 2026 | 77/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Gossiped Comments safe to use in 2026?
Gossiped Comments is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 90+ sites and was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 68/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Gossiped Comments?
Gossiped Comments is active on 90+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,177 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 199 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Gossiped Comments work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Gossiped Comments up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.8 or newer.

### What PHP version does Gossiped Comments need?
Gossiped Comments requires PHP 8.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Gossiped Comments last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.3, was released on September 11, 2026 (3 weeks ago).

### Who makes Gossiped Comments?
Gossiped Comments is developed and maintained by gossiped.

### What are the best alternatives to Gossiped Comments?
The most popular alternatives to Gossiped Comments are Site Kit by Google (5M+ installs), MonsterInsights (2M+ installs) and WP Statistics (500K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gossiped-comments/ · Generated 2026-10-05 07:25 UTC by PageForge