TagGator
Bulk-tag your posts by matching keywords against content. Simple, fast, and free.
Use with caution
TagGator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 45/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (40+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where TagGator stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| automatic | >100 |
| seo | >100 |
| tag | >100 |
| tagger | #7 |
| tags | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About TagGator
From the official readme · v3.1.0Description
TagGator lets you build a keyword list and apply matching tags to all your posts in one click.
How it works:
- Enter your tag words in the Tag List — one per line, or comma-separated. Each word is both the tag name and the keyword searched for.
- Configure matching options (case-sensitive, whole words, minimum occurrences).
- Click Preview to see what would be tagged, or Bulk Tag All Posts to apply tags immediately.
- Use Remove Unmatched Tags to clean up stale tags if you update your list.
Example tag list:
JavaScript, PHP, Python
WordPress, Gutenberg
Node.js, React, Vue
A post containing “JavaScript” receives the “JavaScript” tag. Tags are only applied when the minimum match count is met, so you stay in control.
Features:
- Flat tag list — every word is both tag and keyword, no complex syntax
- Case-sensitive or case-insensitive matching
- Whole-word or substring matching
- Minimum match count in body and/or title
- Enable/disable tagging per post type
- Choose which taxonomy to tag with per post type
- Preview before committing — no surprises
- Remove Unmatched Tags cleans up only plugin-applied tags, never manually added ones
- Tagging history in the post editor sidebar
- No external dependencies, no tracking, no telemetry
Looking for more?
[TagGator Pro] adds:
- Auto-tag posts on save — no manual bulk runs needed
- Keyword-to-tag synonym mapping (one tag, many keywords per line)
- Exclude posts by ID, category, or author
- Per-post and per-user exclusion controls
- Priority support
Installation
- Upload the
taggatorfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory, or install directly from the WordPress plugin directory. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu.
- Go to Settings → TagGator to configure your tag list and matching options.
- Click Bulk Tag All Posts to apply tags to your existing content.
Frequently asked questions
What is the tag list format?
Each word or phrase in the list is both the tag name and the keyword searched for in post content. Separate entries with commas or newlines — both work. Example: JavaScript, PHP\nPython creates three tags and searches for each of them by name.
Does TagGator apply tags automatically when I publish a post?
No. TagGator (free) applies tags only via the Bulk Tag All Posts button. For automatic tagging on save, upgrade to TagGator Pro.
Will Remove Unmatched Tags delete my manually added tags?
No. TagGator tracks which tags it applies internally. The cleanup operation only removes tags that TagGator itself previously applied and that no longer match your current list.
Can I tag custom post types?
Yes. In the Post Type Settings section you can enable tagging for any public post type and choose which taxonomy to use.
Changelog
3.1.0
- Security fixes.
- tested support up to WordPress 6.9.
- added custom post type support.
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FAQ
TagGator: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is TagGator free?
Yes. TagGator is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is TagGator safe to use in 2026?
TagGator works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 45/100 on our health check.
How many websites use TagGator?
TagGator is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 17,342 times since it launched in June 2009. It was downloaded 111 times in the last 30 days.
Does TagGator work with WordPress 7.1?
TagGator is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does TagGator need?
TagGator requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was TagGator last updated?
The latest version, 3.1.0, was released on April 21, 2026 (6 months ago).
Who makes TagGator?
TagGator is developed and maintained by Bouzid Nazim Zitouni.
What are the best alternatives to TagGator?
The most popular alternatives to TagGator are Autologin Links (7K+ installs), Easy Custom Auto Excerpt (6K+ installs) and OTF Regenerate Thumbnails (4K+ installs).
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