# Simple Analytics Tag

> Simple Analytics Tag has 40+ active installs and 68 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Analytics Tag shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**Simple Analytics Tag helps you get up and running quick. This plugin has a non-intrusive interface and fits very well within the WordPress Settings menu. Just paste in the ID from Google Tagmanager or Google Analytics…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 2,148
- **Downloads (30 days):** 68 (+44.7% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.4.1
- **Last updated:** Oct 6, 2020
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.5.22
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Rik (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/betacore/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-analytics-tag-beta/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [google analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-analytics/) | #98 | 240 |
| [google ID](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-id/) | #1 | 1 |
| [google tagmanager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/google-tagmanager/) | #1 | 1 |
| [gtm](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gtm/) | #16 | 40 |
| [UA](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/ua/) | #1 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| google analytics | >100 | 3,842 |
| google ID | >100 | 4,963 |
| google tagmanager | #8 | 11 |
| gtm | >100 | 347 |
| UA | >100 | 264 |

## Version adoption

- 1.4: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/google-analytics-for-wordpress/) | 2M+ | 4.5/5 (3,152) | Sep 16, 2026 | 96/100 |
| 2 | [GTM4WP – A Google Tag Manager (GTM) plugin for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/duracelltomi-google-tag-manager/) | 700K+ | 4.5/5 (155) | Oct 1, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 3 | [WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-statistics/) | 600K+ | 4.1/5 (759) | Oct 1, 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 | [Insert Headers And Footers](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-headers-and-footers/) | 300K+ | 5/5 (135) | Jul 17, 2026 | 84/100 |
| 6 | [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 |
| 7 | [Burst Statistics – Simple WordPress Analytics (Google Analytics Alternative)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/burst-statistics/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (186) | Sep 28, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 8 | [Google Analytics for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woocommerce-google-analytics-integration/) | 100K+ | 2.8/5 (119) | Sep 9, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [VK All in One Expansion Unit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vk-all-in-one-expansion-unit/) | 100K+ | 4/5 (7) | Sep 5, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 10 | [Independent Analytics – WordPress Analytics Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/independent-analytics/) | 100K+ | 4.8/5 (166) | Aug 20, 2026 | 91/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Analytics Tag free?
Yes. Simple Analytics Tag is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Simple Analytics Tag safe to use in 2026?
Simple Analytics Tag shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 6 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Analytics Tag?
Simple Analytics Tag is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,148 times since it launched in October 2019. It was downloaded 68 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Analytics Tag work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Analytics Tag is officially tested up to WordPress 5.5.22, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Simple Analytics Tag last updated?
The latest version, 1.4.1, was released on October 6, 2020 (6 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Analytics Tag?
Simple Analytics Tag is developed and maintained by Rik.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Analytics Tag?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Analytics Tag are MonsterInsights (2M+ installs), GTM4WP (700K+ installs) and WP Statistics (600K+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-analytics-tag-beta/ · Generated 2026-10-04 10:29 UTC by PageForge