# Hookly – Webhook Automator

> Hookly – Webhook Automator has 30+ active installs and 118 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 39/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Hookly – Webhook Automator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

**Connect WordPress events to external services via webhooks. A lightweight, developer-friendly automation tool.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 659
- **Downloads (30 days):** 118 (+63.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 39/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Dec 23, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.0+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** JALEL GHABRI (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ghabri/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/hookly-webhook-automator/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [api](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/api/) | >100 | 496 |
| [automation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/automation/) | >100 | 647 |
| [integrations](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/integrations/) | #2 | 8 |
| [webhook](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webhook/) | #23 | 92 |
| [zapier](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/zapier/) | #13 | 19 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| api | >100 | 10,000 |
| automation | >100 | 3,229 |
| integrations | >100 | 10,000 |
| webhook | #86 | 2,963 |
| zapier | >100 | 633 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Consent API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-consent-api/) | 200K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 15, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 2 | [Disable REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-json-api/) | 80K+ | 4.8/5 (38) | Sep 14, 2023 | 48/100 |
| 3 | [Mailgun for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mailgun/) | 80K+ | 3.8/5 (49) | Sep 25, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 4 | [Make Connector](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/integromat-connector/) | 70K+ | 2.7/5 (25) | Feb 9, 2026 | 41/100 |
| 5 | [Disable WP REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-wp-rest-api/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (36) | Aug 10, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [WP REST Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-rest-cache/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (42) | Jul 25, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 7 | [WPGet API – Connect to any external REST API](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpgetapi/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (32) | Aug 13, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 8 | [WPGraphQL for ACF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpgraphql-acf/) | 10K+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 8, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 9 | [WordPress REST API (Version 2)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rest-api/) | 10K+ | 4.2/5 (34) | Nov 28, 2017 | 43/100 |
| 10 | [WP REST API Controller](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-rest-api-controller/) | 8K+ | 4.3/5 (12) | Mar 22, 2023 | 38/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Hookly – Webhook Automator free?
Yes. Hookly – Webhook Automator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Hookly – Webhook Automator safe to use in 2026?
Hookly – Webhook Automator shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 39/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Hookly – Webhook Automator?
Hookly – Webhook Automator is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 659 times since it launched in December 2025. It was downloaded 118 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Hookly – Webhook Automator work with WordPress 7.1?
Hookly – Webhook Automator is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Hookly – Webhook Automator need?
Hookly – Webhook Automator requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Hookly – Webhook Automator last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on December 23, 2025 (10 months ago).

### Who makes Hookly – Webhook Automator?
Hookly – Webhook Automator is developed and maintained by JALEL GHABRI.

### What are the best alternatives to Hookly – Webhook Automator?
The most popular alternatives to Hookly – Webhook Automator are WP Consent API (200K+ installs), Disable REST API (80K+ installs) and Mailgun for WordPress (80K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hookly-webhook-automator/ · Generated 2026-10-07 04:50 UTC by PageForge