# Related Links Blender

> Related Links Blender has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 174 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Related Links Blender shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

**The Related Links Blender plugin provides a easy way to cross link posts. Target posts or external links with thumbs and SEO friendly markup.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 13,039
- **Downloads (30 days):** 174 (+13% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.81
- **Last updated:** Oct 21, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.8.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.5.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** stephenblender (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/stephenblender/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/related-links-blender/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cross-linking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cross-linking/) | #2 | 3 |
| [related links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/related-links/) | #3 | 6 |
| [related posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/related-posts/) | #58 | 136 |
| [relevant links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/relevant-links/) | #1 | 1 |
| [visitor retention](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/visitor-retention/) | #1 | 1 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cross-linking | >100 | 235 |
| related links | >100 | 4,974 |
| related posts | >100 | 4,896 |
| relevant links | >100 | 2,474 |
| visitor retention | >100 | 1,203 |

## Version adoption

- 0.81: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Terms descriptions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/terms-descriptions/) | 1K+ | 4.9/5 (10) | Jan 25, 2026 | 43/100 |
| 3 | [Electric Studio Cross-linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/electric-studio-cross-linker/) | 10+ | — | May 6, 2011 | 23/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Related Links Blender safe to use in 2026?
Related Links Blender shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Related Links Blender?
Related Links Blender is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 13,039 times since it launched in February 2013. It was downloaded 174 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Related Links Blender work with WordPress 7.1?
Related Links Blender is officially tested up to WordPress 4.8.33, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Related Links Blender last updated?
The latest version, 0.81, was released on October 21, 2017 (9 years ago).

### Who makes Related Links Blender?
Related Links Blender is developed and maintained by stephenblender.

### What are the best alternatives to Related Links Blender?
The most popular alternatives to Related Links Blender are Terms descriptions (1K+ installs) and Electric Studio Cross-linker (10+ installs).


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