# RW PostViewStats Lite

> RW PostViewStats Lite has <10 active installs and 31 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 36/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** RW PostViewStats Lite shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

**A lightweight plugin to track post views via AJAX with anti-duplicate mechanisms and privacy-friendly design.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 376
- **Downloads (30 days):** 31 (+29.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 36/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Oct 18, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.8.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.6+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** RobertWP (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/robert2021south/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/rw-postviewstats-lite/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/analytics/) | >100 | 1,080 |
| [page views](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/page-views/) | #25 | 28 |
| [post views](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/post-views/) | #28 | 42 |
| [statistics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/statistics/) | >100 | 293 |
| [View Counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/view-counter/) | #8 | 17 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| analytics | >100 | 7,491 |
| page views | >100 | 10,000 |
| post views | >100 | 9,525 |
| statistics | >100 | 3,131 |
| View Counter | >100 | 1,386 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Site Kit by Google – Analytics, Search Console, AdSense, Speed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-site-kit/) | 5M+ | 4.2/5 (1,010) | Sep 21, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 2 | [MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-analytics-for-wordpress/) | 2M+ | 4.5/5 (3,151) | Sep 16, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 3 | [WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-statistics/) | 600K+ | 4.1/5 (759) | Sep 19, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 4 | [GA Google Analytics – Connect Google Analytics to WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ga-google-analytics/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (159) | Aug 10, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 5 | [ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-analytics-dashboard-for-wp/) | 300K+ | 2.5/5 (1,546) | Sep 16, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 6 | [Head, Footer and Post Injections](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/header-footer/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (735) | Mar 28, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 7 | [HubSpot All-In-One Marketing – Forms, Popups, Live Chat](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/leadin/) | 200K+ | 4.3/5 (207) | Sep 16, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 8 | [Burst Statistics – Simple WordPress Analytics (Google Analytics Alternative)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/burst-statistics/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (185) | Sep 28, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 9 | [UserFeedback – Create Interactive Feedback Form, User Surveys, and Polls in Seconds](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/userfeedback-lite/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (305) | Sep 16, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 10 | [Post Views Counter](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/post-views-counter/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,231) | Aug 14, 2026 | 77/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is RW PostViewStats Lite safe to use in 2026?
RW PostViewStats Lite shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use RW PostViewStats Lite?
RW PostViewStats Lite is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 376 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 31 times in the last 30 days.

### Does RW PostViewStats Lite work with WordPress 7.1?
RW PostViewStats Lite is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does RW PostViewStats Lite need?
RW PostViewStats Lite requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was RW PostViewStats Lite last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on October 18, 2025 (12 months ago).

### Who makes RW PostViewStats Lite?
RW PostViewStats Lite is developed and maintained by RobertWP.

### What are the best alternatives to RW PostViewStats Lite?
The most popular alternatives to RW PostViewStats Lite are Site Kit by Google (5M+ installs), MonsterInsights (2M+ installs) and WP Statistics (600K+ installs).


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