# VN Links

> VN Links has <10 active installs and 51 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 21/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** VN Links shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

**Manage external links and display links as dropdown in a single widget or block. One of most required feature for all government sites in Vietnam.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 1,224
- **Downloads (30 days):** 51 (-7.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 21/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.0.2
- **Last updated:** Nov 24, 2021
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 5.8.18
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Khoi Pro (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/khoipro/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/vn-links/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/links/) | >100 | 422 |
| [links manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/links-manager/) | #2 | 2 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,432 |
| [vn](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/vn/) | #1 | 1 |
| [widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widget/) | >100 | 2,319 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| links | >100 | 10,000 |
| links manager | >100 | 4,274 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |
| vn | #14 | 21 |
| widget | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Broken Link Checker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/broken-link-checker/) | 500K+ | 3.8/5 (604) | Oct 13, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 2 | [LuckyWP Table of Contents](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/luckywp-table-of-contents/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (884) | Apr 16, 2025 | 41/100 |
| 3 | [Export All URLs](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/export-all-urls/) | 50K+ | 4.6/5 (94) | Oct 14, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [AutoConvert Greeklish Permalinks](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/autoconvert-greeklish-permalinks/) | 40K+ | 4.9/5 (26) | Feb 7, 2026 | 63/100 |
| 5 | [Gallery Custom Links](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gallery-custom-links/) | 30K+ | 4.7/5 (207) | Oct 10, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 6 | [Link Whisper Free](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-whisper/) | 30K+ | 4.1/5 (149) | Oct 13, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 7 | [External Links in New Window / New Tab](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/open-external-links-in-a-new-window/) | 30K+ | 4.5/5 (77) | Aug 16, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Link Manager](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-manager/) | 20K+ | 4.5/5 (33) | Nov 28, 2017 | 45/100 |
| 9 | [Disable Author Archives](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-author-archives/) | 10K+ | 4.4/5 (7) | Aug 21, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 10 | [Title and Nofollow For Links (Classic Editor)](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/title-and-nofollow-for-links/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (23) | Jul 30, 2026 | 83/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is VN Links safe to use in 2026?
VN Links shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 5 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use VN Links?
VN Links is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,224 times since it launched in November 2021. It was downloaded 51 times in the last 30 days.

### Does VN Links work with WordPress 7.1?
VN Links is officially tested up to WordPress 5.8.18, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does VN Links need?
VN Links requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was VN Links last updated?
The latest version, 0.0.2, was released on November 24, 2021 (5 years ago).

### Who makes VN Links?
VN Links is developed and maintained by Khoi Pro.

### What are the best alternatives to VN Links?
The most popular alternatives to VN Links are Broken Link Checker (500K+ installs), LuckyWP Table of Contents (100K+ installs) and Export All URLs (50K+ installs).


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