# Simon's Auto Keyword Linker

> Simon's Auto Keyword Linker has 50+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 81 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 47/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Simon's Auto Keyword Linker works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 50+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 47/100 on our health check.

**Automatically scans and converts keywords into links — internal links stay dofollow, external links can optionally open in a new tab with nofollow.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 50+
- **Total downloads:** 747
- **Downloads (30 days):** 81 (+20.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 47/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.8.8
- **Last updated:** Dec 6, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.10
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.6+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Simon Ward (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/si000777/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simons-auto-keyword-linker/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [automatic linking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/automatic-linking/) | #6 | 13 |
| [internal linking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/internal-linking/) | #15 | 85 |
| [keyword linking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/keyword-linking/) | #1 | 3 |
| [keyword scanner](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/keyword-scanner/) | #1 | 1 |
| [seo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/seo/) | >100 | 2,622 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| automatic linking | #70 | 875 |
| internal linking | >100 | 768 |
| keyword linking | #33 | 448 |
| keyword scanner | #12 | 165 |
| seo | >100 | 8,396 |

## Version adoption

- 1.8: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Internal Link Juicer: SEO Auto Linker for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/internal-links/) | 90K+ | 4.7/5 (535) | Aug 13, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [SEO Auto Linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seo-auto-linker/) | 1K+ | 3.9/5 (11) | Nov 28, 2017 | 35/100 |
| 3 | [Automatic Internal Links for SEO by Pagup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/automatic-internal-links-for-seo/) | 1K+ | 3/5 (8) | Sep 30, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 4 | [Smart Internal Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-internal-links/) | 100+ | — | May 25, 2026 | 53/100 |
| 5 | [SageLink – SEO Internal Link Builder & Auto Linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sagelink/) | 70+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 16, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 7 | [BASIX Auto Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/basix-auto-links/) | 10+ | — | Jun 23, 2026 | 44/100 |
| 8 | [BeeClear Smart Link Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/beeclear-smart-link-manager/) | <10 | — | Oct 2, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 9 | [Kombat Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kombat-links/) | <10 | — | Jul 5, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [Hirca Keywords Linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hirca-keywords-linker/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Sep 26, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 11 | [GlobalDev Internal Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/globaldev-internal-links/) | <10 | — | Jul 28, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simon's Auto Keyword Linker free?
Yes. Simon's Auto Keyword Linker is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Simon's Auto Keyword Linker safe to use in 2026?
Simon's Auto Keyword Linker works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 50+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 10 months ago, and scores 47/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simon's Auto Keyword Linker?
Simon's Auto Keyword Linker is active on 50+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 747 times since it launched in November 2025. It was downloaded 81 times in the last 30 days.

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

### When was Simon's Auto Keyword Linker last updated?
The latest version, 1.8.8, was released on December 6, 2025 (10 months ago).

### Who makes Simon's Auto Keyword Linker?
Simon's Auto Keyword Linker is developed and maintained by Simon Ward.

### What are the best alternatives to Simon's Auto Keyword Linker?
The most popular alternatives to Simon's Auto Keyword Linker are Internal Link Juicer: SEO A… (90K+ installs), SEO Auto Linker (1K+ installs) and Automatic Internal Links fo… (1K+ installs).


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