# ImpactPubs

> ImpactPubs has 100+ active installs and 69 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 25/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** ImpactPubs shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

**Search PubMed and display publication information on your blog or website. Note: Plugin previously also accessed OCRID and ImpactStory.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 100+
- **Total downloads:** 4,564
- **Downloads (30 days):** 69 (+27.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 25/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 3.3.1
- **Last updated:** Nov 18, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** CAYdenberg (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/caydenberg/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/impactpubs/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [academia](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/academia/) | #2 | 3 |
| [citation](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/citation/) | #3 | 21 |
| [cv](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cv/) | #3 | 12 |
| [publications](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/publications/) | #4 | 14 |
| [science](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/science/) | #2 | 8 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| academia | #8 | 9 |
| citation | >100 | 387 |
| cv | >100 | 128 |
| publications | >100 | 996 |
| science | #98 | 135 |

## Version adoption

- 3.3: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Academic Blogger's Toolkit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/academic-bloggers-toolkit/) | 300+ | 4.3/5 (28) | Oct 24, 2019 | 40/100 |
| 3 | [Scholar Metrics Panels](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/scholar-metrics-panels/) | <10 | — | Jul 23, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ImpactPubs safe to use in 2026?
ImpactPubs shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 100+ sites and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 25/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ImpactPubs?
ImpactPubs is active on 100+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,564 times since it launched in August 2013. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ImpactPubs work with WordPress 7.1?
ImpactPubs is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was ImpactPubs last updated?
The latest version, 3.3.1, was released on November 18, 2017 (9 years ago).

### Who makes ImpactPubs?
ImpactPubs is developed and maintained by CAYdenberg.

### What are the best alternatives to ImpactPubs?
The most popular alternatives to ImpactPubs are Academic Blogger's Toolkit (300+ installs) and Scholar Metrics Panels (<10 installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/impactpubs/ · Generated 2026-09-29 18:05 UTC by PageForge