# Simple Matomo Tracking Code

> Simple Matomo Tracking Code has 800+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 340 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 77/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Simple Matomo Tracking Code is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.

**This unofficial plugin adds the Matomo Web Analytics javascript code into the footer of your website. It has several useful options.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 800+
- **Total downloads:** 8,993
- **Downloads (30 days):** 340 (+46.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 77/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 7, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** rbaer (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/rbaer/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-matomo-tracking-code/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/analytics/) | >100 | 1,088 |
| [matomo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/matomo/) | #4 | 19 |
| [piwik](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/piwik/) | #3 | 9 |
| [statistics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/statistics/) | #32 | 295 |
| [stats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/stats/) | #28 | 182 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| analytics | >100 | 7,593 |
| matomo | #4 | 114 |
| piwik | #5 | 43 |
| statistics | #97 | 3,167 |
| stats | #83 | 2,592 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## 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 (1,011) | 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 (3,152) | 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) | 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 | [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 (186) | Sep 28, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 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/) | 200K+ | 4.9/5 (1,232) | Aug 14, 2026 | 77/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Simple Matomo Tracking Code free?
Yes. Simple Matomo Tracking Code is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Simple Matomo Tracking Code safe to use in 2026?
Simple Matomo Tracking Code is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 800+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 weeks ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Matomo Tracking Code?
Simple Matomo Tracking Code is active on 800+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 8,993 times since it launched in December 2020. It was downloaded 340 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Matomo Tracking Code work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Simple Matomo Tracking Code up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does Simple Matomo Tracking Code need?
Simple Matomo Tracking Code requires PHP 7.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Simple Matomo Tracking Code last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.1, was released on September 7, 2026 (4 weeks ago).

### Who makes Simple Matomo Tracking Code?
Simple Matomo Tracking Code is developed and maintained by rbaer.

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


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