# Simple Short Links

> Simple Short Links has 30+ active installs and 74 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Simple Short Links shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**As of WordPress 3.0, most of this plugin’s original features have been incorporated into WordPress itself. WordPress adds shortlinks to most pages by default. This plugin simply adds a settings page where you can easily…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 6,722
- **Downloads (30 days):** 74 (+54.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.6.1
- **Last updated:** Apr 10, 2014
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.9.40
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Robert Chapin (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/miqrogroove/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/simple-shortlinks/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [link](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/link/) | #99 | 274 |
| [links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/links/) | >100 | 420 |
| [short](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/short/) | #8 | 18 |
| [shortlink](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortlink/) | #17 | 39 |
| [shortlinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortlinks/) | #6 | 18 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| link | >100 | 10,000 |
| links | >100 | 10,000 |
| short | >100 | 7,326 |
| shortlink | >100 | 280 |
| shortlinks | >100 | 280 |

## Version adoption

- 1.6: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Custom Post Type Permalinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-post-type-permalinks/) | 200K+ | 4.8/5 (71) | May 20, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 2 | [Page Links To](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/page-links-to/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (157) | Apr 4, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 3 | [Custom Permalinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/custom-permalinks/) | 100K+ | 4.1/5 (116) | Oct 1, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 4 | [VK Link Target Controller](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/vk-link-target-controller/) | 30K+ | 5/5 (2) | Aug 24, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 5 | [Flexy Breadcrumb](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/flexy-breadcrumb/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (20) | Oct 1, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 6 | [Link Juice Keeper](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-juice-keeper/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Aug 24, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 7 | [Link Library](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-library/) | 10K+ | 4.7/5 (97) | Sep 6, 2026 | 87/100 |
| 8 | [Nofollow for external link](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nofollow-for-external-link/) | 9K+ | 3.8/5 (36) | Apr 28, 2024 | 40/100 |
| 9 | [Autologin Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/autologin-links/) | 7K+ | 4.7/5 (15) | Feb 24, 2021 | 40/100 |
| 10 | [Hyperlink Group Block](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hyperlink-group-block/) | 7K+ | 4.2/5 (13) | Jun 15, 2026 | 66/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Simple Short Links safe to use in 2026?
Simple Short Links shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 12 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Simple Short Links?
Simple Short Links is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,722 times since it launched in December 2009. It was downloaded 74 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Simple Short Links work with WordPress 7.1?
Simple Short Links is officially tested up to WordPress 3.9.40, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Simple Short Links last updated?
The latest version, 1.6.1, was released on April 10, 2014 (12 years ago).

### Who makes Simple Short Links?
Simple Short Links is developed and maintained by Robert Chapin.

### What are the best alternatives to Simple Short Links?
The most popular alternatives to Simple Short Links are Custom Post Type Permalinks (200K+ installs), Page Links To (100K+ installs) and Custom Permalinks (100K+ installs).


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