Stella SEO
A WordPress SEO plugin for XML sitemaps, meta descriptions, canonical URLs, and robots meta settings.
Use with caution
Stella SEO works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Stella SEO stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| canonical url | >100 |
| meta description | >100 |
| robots meta | #59 |
| seo | >100 |
| xml sitemap | >100 |
About Stella SEO
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Stella SEO is a WordPress SEO plugin for managing SEO titles, meta descriptions, canonical URLs, robots meta controls, social metadata, and XML sitemap settings.
The plugin integrates with the WordPress Sitemap API and adds a post editor metabox so you can configure SEO metadata directly while editing posts and pages.
After activation, open the Stella SEO admin menu to review XML sitemap settings, post type coverage, taxonomy coverage, and indexing-related options. Then use the metabox on posts and pages to set the SEO title, meta description, canonical URL behavior, robots meta directives, and social fields.
🚀 Key Features (Free):
- XML Sitemap Controls: Integrated with the WordPress Sitemap API for posts, pages, and taxonomies.
- On-Page SEO Editor: Tabbed metabox for SEO title, meta description, and robots controls.
- Robots Meta Controls: Set
noindexandnofollowper post or page. - Canonical URL Support: Output canonical tags for singular content.
- Snippet Preview: Review how SEO title and meta description may appear in search results.
- Sitemap Exclusions: Exclude specific content IDs from sitemap output.
⚡ Pro Features (Upgrade to Pro):
- Advanced Schema Markup: Add additional JSON-LD schema controls for richer structured data output.
- Social Meta: Configure Open Graph titles and descriptions for social sharing.
- Canonical Override: Set custom canonical URLs for specific content when needed.
- Extended SEO Tools: Access advanced sitemap, schema, diagnostics, and workflow features.
Installation
- Upload the
stella-seofolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Configure your settings under the ‘Stella SEO’ menu.
Frequently asked questions
Does this replace the default WordPress sitemap?
Yes, Stella SEO enhances and extends the core WordPress sitemap functionality to give you more control while maintaining compatibility.
What can I configure in the free plugin?
You can configure XML sitemap settings, included post types and taxonomies, SEO titles, meta descriptions, robots directives, canonical behavior, and social metadata fields for posts and pages.
Is there a one-time payment for Pro?
Yes! We believe in keeping the web simple. You can upgrade to Stella SEO Pro for a one-time fee at mariastellatech.com.
Changelog
1.0.1
- Added WordPress.org rating links on the admin pages and plugins screen.
- Added extensibility hook for add-on integrations (Stella SEO Pro settings).
- Made all admin labels and upgrade copy translatable.
- Updated Tested up to WordPress 7.1.
- Some bug fixes.
1.0.0
- Initial release. Core SEO Meta, Sitemap, Robots, and Canonical features active.
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Best Stella SEO alternatives
All canonical url plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Advance Canonical URL
Choose reliable automatic canonical URLs or set a preferred URL for individual posts…
|
1K+ |
| 2 |
Canonical Pages
Quickly add the canonical meta tag and customize the url.
|
80+ |
FAQ
Stella SEO: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 6, 2026
Is Stella SEO free?
Yes. Stella SEO is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Stella SEO safe to use in 2026?
Stella SEO works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 60/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Stella SEO?
Stella SEO is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 290 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 55 times in the last 30 days.
Does Stella SEO work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Stella SEO up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.
When was Stella SEO last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on September 2, 2026 (1 month ago).
Who makes Stella SEO?
Stella SEO is developed and maintained by mariastellatech.
What are the best alternatives to Stella SEO?
The most popular alternatives to Stella SEO are Advance Canonical URL (1K+ installs) and Canonical Pages (80+ installs).
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