# ReadSpan — Customizable Reading Time Badge & Progress Bar

> ReadSpan 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.** ReadSpan 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.

**Show a reading time badge and a scroll progress bar on your posts and pages — fully customizable from the admin panel.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 258
- **Downloads (30 days):** 57 (+50% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 42/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.0
- **Last updated:** May 14, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ibrahimhalefoglu (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ibrahimhalefoglu/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/readspan/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [badge](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/badge/) | #77 | 91 |
| [engagement](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/engagement/) | #71 | 79 |
| [progress bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/progress-bar/) | #43 | 76 |
| [reading progress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-progress/) | #18 | 19 |
| [reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time/) | #49 | 62 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| badge | >100 | 3,870 |
| engagement | >100 | 2,527 |
| progress bar | >100 | 2,299 |
| reading progress | >100 | 569 |
| reading time | >100 | 2,096 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [YITH WooCommerce Badge Management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/yith-woocommerce-badges-management/) | 10K+ | 2.9/5 (93) | Oct 7, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 2 | [Sold Out Badge for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sold-out-badge-for-woocommerce/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (25) | May 30, 2023 | 45/100 |
| 3 | [Trusted Shops Easy Integration for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/trusted-shops-easy-integration-for-woocommerce/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (2) | Sep 14, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 4 | [Product Badge, Label, Countdown Timer for WooCommerce – Sale Booster](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-sale-badges-for-woocommerce/) | 5K+ | 4.8/5 (30) | Sep 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 5 | [Verified Member for BuddyPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bp-verified-member/) | 3K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | May 19, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 6 | [WPC Badge Management for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wpc-badge-management/) | 2K+ | 4.5/5 (8) | Sep 24, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 7 | [Out of Stock Message Manager for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-out-of-stock-message/) | 2K+ | 4.2/5 (6) | Jun 23, 2025 | 40/100 |
| 8 | [Coming Soon Badges for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coming-soon-for-woocommerce/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (4) | Mar 24, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 9 | [DMCA Website Protection Badge](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dmca-badge/) | 1K+ | 3.2/5 (19) | Oct 1, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 10 | [TZ Flickr Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tz-flickr-widget/) | 500+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 24, 2015 | 34/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ReadSpan safe to use in 2026?
ReadSpan 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 ReadSpan?
ReadSpan is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 258 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 57 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ReadSpan work with WordPress 7.1?
ReadSpan 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 ReadSpan need?
ReadSpan requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ReadSpan last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.0, was released on May 14, 2026 (5 months ago).

### Who makes ReadSpan?
ReadSpan is developed and maintained by ibrahimhalefoglu.

### What are the best alternatives to ReadSpan?
The most popular alternatives to ReadSpan are YITH WooCommerce Badge Mana… (10K+ installs), Sold Out Badge for WooComme… (8K+ installs) and Trusted Shops Easy Integrat… (6K+ installs).


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