Referrer Insights
Referrer Insights is a lightweight analytics plugin that helps you understand where your website visitors are coming from. It automatically tracks and stores HTTP referrer information for every visit, giving you clear…
Use with caution
Referrer Insights works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Referrer Insights stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| analytics | >100 |
| insights | >100 |
| referrer | >100 |
| tracking | >100 |
| traffic source | >100 |
About Referrer Insights
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
Referrer Insights is a lightweight analytics plugin that helps you understand where your website visitors are coming from. It automatically tracks and stores HTTP referrer information for every visit, giving you clear insights into traffic sources and visitor behavior.
Whether you’re running marketing campaigns, tracking backlinks, or simply curious about how users find your site, Referrer Insights provides the data you need — without slowing your website down.
Key Features:
- Automatic Referrer Tracking – Captures HTTP referrer data on every visit.
- Traffic Source Insights – Understand inbound traffic sources and visitor origins.
- Database Storage – Securely stores referrer data in your WordPress database.
- Zero Configuration – Works immediately after activation.
- Lightweight & Fast – Minimal performance impact.
Perfect for bloggers, marketers, and site owners who want simple yet effective referrer analytics.
Installation
- Upload the
referrer-insightsfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- The plugin will automatically start tracking referrer information. You can view the tracked data in the WordPress admin area (specific menu item to be determined by plugin’s UI).
Frequently asked questions
What is a referrer?
A referrer is the URL of the previous web page from which a link to the target page was followed. It helps identify where your website visitors are coming from.
Does this plugin affect website performance?
The plugin is designed to be lightweight and efficient, minimizing any impact on your website’s performance.
Where can I view the tracked referrer data?
The tracked referrer data is accessible within your WordPress admin dashboard.
Changelog
Initial release. No upgrade notice needed.
1.0
- Initial release of the Referrer Insights plugin.
- Implemented automatic referrer tracking and database storage.
- Added activation and uninstallation hooks for database management.
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FAQ
Referrer Insights: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 4, 2026
Is Referrer Insights free?
Yes. Referrer Insights is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Referrer Insights safe to use in 2026?
Referrer Insights works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Referrer Insights?
Referrer Insights is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 647 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does Referrer Insights work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Referrer Insights up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.
What PHP version does Referrer Insights need?
Referrer Insights requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Referrer Insights last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on August 13, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes Referrer Insights?
Referrer Insights is developed and maintained by Pranshtech Solutions Private Limited.
What are the best alternatives to Referrer Insights?
The most popular alternatives to Referrer Insights are Site Kit by Google (5M+ installs), MonsterInsights (2M+ installs) and WP Statistics (600K+ installs).
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