Reading Progress Tracker
Adds a customizable reading progress bar to posts, with optional analytics and a reading-time estimate.
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- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Reading Progress Tracker stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| analytics | >100 |
| Next article | >100 |
| progressbar | #26 |
| readtime | #3 |
| scroll | >100 |
About Reading Progress Tracker
From the official readme · v1.0.0Description
Adds a customizable reading progress bar to posts, with optional analytics and a reading-time estimate.
**Key Features:**
- Customizable progress bar color, thickness, and position.
- Option for percentage or just a line indicator.
- Mobile-friendly behavior.
- Optional: integrate with “reading time” estimates.
- Analytics: track average scroll depth per post.
- Add “next article” suggestion once progress reaches 100%.
🔑 Free vs. Paid
–Analytics Page–
Free: Only the first 10 pages are displayed.
Licensed: All page data is available. (One Time Payment Only)
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/reading-progress-tracker/directory, or install directly via the WordPress Plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Visit any post on your site — you’ll see reaction buttons below each paragraph automatically.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with Gutenberg and Classic Editor?
Yes, it works with both.
Do I need jQuery?
Yes, the plugin uses jQuery for handling AJAX requests.
Changelog
First release – progress bar, analytics with AJAX.
1.0
- Initial release with progress bar, analytics and AJAX support.
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FAQ
Reading Progress Tracker: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is Reading Progress Tracker free?
Yes. Reading Progress Tracker is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Reading Progress Tracker safe to use in 2026?
Reading Progress Tracker shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 11 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Reading Progress Tracker?
Reading Progress Tracker is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 411 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 44 times in the last 30 days.
Does Reading Progress Tracker work with WordPress 7.1?
Reading Progress Tracker is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Reading Progress Tracker need?
Reading Progress Tracker requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Reading Progress Tracker last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on November 5, 2025 (11 months ago).
Who makes Reading Progress Tracker?
Reading Progress Tracker is developed and maintained by rubigma.
What are the best alternatives to Reading Progress Tracker?
The most popular alternatives to Reading Progress Tracker are Site Kit by Google (5M+ installs), MonsterInsights (2M+ installs) and WP Statistics (500K+ installs).
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