# Simple 404 Keyword Insertion

> Simple 404 Keyword Insertion has <10 active installs and 37 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Simple 404 Keyword Insertion works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Builds a custom 404 page based on the request URL, inserting the keywords from the failed request into your 404-page content.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,534
- **Downloads (30 days):** 37 (+32.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Jun 15, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** George Stephanis (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/georgestephanis/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-404-keyword-insertion/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [404](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/404/) | >100 | 151 |
| [keywords](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/keywords/) | >100 | 87 |
| [search](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/search/) | >100 | 582 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| 404 | >100 | 2,619 |
| keywords | >100 | 3,280 |
| search | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Redirection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/redirection/) | 2M+ | 4.4/5 (703) | Sep 19, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 2 | [Broken Link Checker by AIOSEO – Find & Fix Broken Internal, External & Video Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/broken-link-checker-seo/) | 300K+ | 3.8/5 (85) | Sep 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 3 | [Smart Custom 404 Error Page](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/404page/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (1,196) | May 21, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 4 | [Redirection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/redirect-redirection/) | 100K+ | 5/5 (417) | May 8, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 5 | [WP 404 Auto Redirect to Similar Post](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-404-auto-redirect-to-similar-post/) | 30K+ | 4.9/5 (113) | Nov 21, 2025 | 52/100 |
| 6 | [SEO Redirection Plugin – 301 Redirect Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seo-redirection/) | 10K+ | 4.3/5 (73) | Jul 26, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 7 | [Link Juice Keeper](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-juice-keeper/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Aug 24, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 8 | [404 Solution](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/404-solution/) | 10K+ | 4.9/5 (44) | Aug 31, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 9 | [Custom 404 Pro](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-404-pro/) | 7K+ | 4.2/5 (22) | Aug 30, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 10 | [404 Redirection](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/404-redirection/) | 6K+ | 5/5 (17) | Nov 28, 2017 | 41/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple 404 Keyword Insertion free?
Yes. Simple 404 Keyword Insertion is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Simple 404 Keyword Insertion safe to use in 2026?
Simple 404 Keyword Insertion works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple 404 Keyword Insertion?
Simple 404 Keyword Insertion is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,534 times since it launched in December 2011. It was downloaded 37 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple 404 Keyword Insertion work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple 404 Keyword Insertion is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Simple 404 Keyword Insertion need?
Simple 404 Keyword Insertion requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple 404 Keyword Insertion last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on June 15, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes Simple 404 Keyword Insertion?
Simple 404 Keyword Insertion is developed and maintained by George Stephanis.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple 404 Keyword Insertion?
The most popular alternatives to Simple 404 Keyword Insertion are Redirection (2M+ installs), Broken Link Checker by AIOS… (300K+ installs) and Smart Custom 404 Error Page (100K+ installs).


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