# ReadTrack

> ReadTrack has <10 active installs and 62 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** ReadTrack shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**Adds a reading progress bar and an estimated reading time above each single post.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 682
- **Downloads (30 days):** 62 (+19.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.2
- **Last updated:** Dec 13, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.11
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.8+, PHP 7.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** marcinfilipiak (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/marcinfilipiak/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/readtrack/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [estimated reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/estimated-reading-time/) | #12 | 15 |
| [progress bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/progress-bar/) | #75 | 76 |
| [Readability](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/readability/) | #44 | 53 |
| [reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time/) | #54 | 63 |
| [ux](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ux/) | #36 | 48 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| estimated reading time | #84 | 170 |
| progress bar | >100 | 2,302 |
| Readability | >100 | 1,325 |
| reading time | >100 | 2,103 |
| ux | >100 | 2,445 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Worth The Read](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/worth-the-read/) | 3K+ | 4.3/5 (27) | Aug 26, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 2 | [WP Reading Progress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-reading-progress/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (19) | Aug 15, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 3 | [Sam Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sam-reading-time/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 12, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 4 | [LP Estimated Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lp-estimated-reading-time/) | 50+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 11, 2016 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [MinuteRead – Reading Time for Posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/minuteread/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 22, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 6 | [Reading Time by ReadyGo – Read Time, Progress Bar & Archive Support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readygo-reading-time/) | 10+ | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 57/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Time to Read LSC](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-time-to-read-lsc/) | <10 | — | Aug 18, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [Easy Reading Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-easy-reading-progress-bar/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [ReadJutsu – Reading Time & Scroll Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readjutsu/) | <10 | — | Jul 1, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [ReadMetric](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readmetric/) | <10 | — | Sep 7, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is ReadTrack safe to use in 2026?
ReadTrack shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use ReadTrack?
ReadTrack is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 682 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.

### Does ReadTrack work with WordPress 7.1?
ReadTrack 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 ReadTrack need?
ReadTrack requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was ReadTrack last updated?
The latest version, 1.2, was released on December 13, 2025 (10 months ago).

### Who makes ReadTrack?
ReadTrack is developed and maintained by marcinfilipiak.

### What are the best alternatives to ReadTrack?
The most popular alternatives to ReadTrack are Worth The Read (3K+ installs), WP Reading Progress (3K+ installs) and Sam Reading Time (70+ installs).


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