# Linkkit

> Linkkit has <10 active installs and 57 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 42/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Linkkit works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

**Automatically create and manage Linkkit short links when you publish WordPress posts and pages.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 376
- **Downloads (30 days):** 57 (+54.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 42/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** May 4, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** linkkit (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/linkkit/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/linkkit/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/analytics/) | >100 | 1,096 |
| [link management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/link-management/) | #18 | 31 |
| [short links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/short-links/) | #12 | 21 |
| [url shortener](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/url-shortener/) | #60 | 66 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| analytics | >100 | 7,646 |
| link management | >100 | 6,317 |
| short links | >100 | 4,855 |
| url shortener | #92 | 207 |

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

### Is Linkkit safe to use in 2026?
Linkkit works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 42/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Linkkit?
Linkkit is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 376 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 57 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Linkkit work with WordPress 7.1?
Linkkit is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Linkkit need?
Linkkit requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Linkkit last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on May 4, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes Linkkit?
Linkkit is developed and maintained by linkkit.

### What are the best alternatives to Linkkit?
The most popular alternatives to Linkkit 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/linkkit/ · Generated 2026-10-05 16:56 UTC by PageForge