# Simple Promo Code

> Simple Promo Code has 10+ active installs and 47 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Promo Code shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**This plugin allows editors to request a promo code and optional email address from users to get access to a document and track its usage.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 3,492
- **Downloads (30 days):** 47 (+51.6% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Dec 16, 2013
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.7.41
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Peter Wooster (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/pkwooster/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-promo-code/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [promo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/promo/) | #5 | 12 |
| [short code](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/short-code/) | #10 | 19 |
| [tracking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tracking/) | >100 | 453 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| promo | >100 | 614 |
| short code | >100 | 5,120 |
| tracking | >100 | 9,871 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Product Notices for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/product-notices-for-woocommerce/) | 800+ | 5/5 (7) | May 8, 2025 | 37/100 |
| 2 | [DMC Promo Banner – Sale Notifications & Announcement Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dmc-sale-banner/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 20, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 3 | [Seguros Promo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seguros-promo/) | 100+ | 5/5 (1) | May 27, 2026 | 47/100 |
| 4 | [Interactive Promo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/interactive-promo/) | 60+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 16, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 6 | [Response Promo Redeemer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/response-promotion-redeemer/) | 10+ | — | Aug 13, 2012 | 23/100 |
| 7 | [Promo](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/promo/) | 10+ | — | Apr 4, 2018 | 23/100 |
| 8 | [Coupon Central](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/coupon-central/) | <10 | — | Jun 7, 2021 | 21/100 |
| 9 | [Smartarget Information Message](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smartarget-information-message/) | <10 | — | Jun 30, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [SD Coupon – Free Affiliate Discount Coupons Promo Code and Deals](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sd-coupon/) | <10 | — | Sep 4, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 11 | [PopupNotifix](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/popupnotifix/) | <10 | — | Sep 10, 2025 | 30/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Promo Code safe to use in 2026?
Simple Promo Code shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 13 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Promo Code?
Simple Promo Code is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 3,492 times since it launched in February 2012. It was downloaded 47 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Promo Code work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Promo Code is officially tested up to WordPress 3.7.41, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Simple Promo Code last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on December 16, 2013 (13 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Promo Code?
Simple Promo Code is developed and maintained by Peter Wooster.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Promo Code?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Promo Code are Product Notices for WooComm… (800+ installs), DMC Promo Banner (100+ installs) and Seguros Promo (100+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-promo-code/ · Generated 2026-10-05 16:33 UTC by PageForge