# Wordnest

> Wordnest has <10 active installs and 50 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Wordnest works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**A lightweight WordPress glossary tooltip plugin with zero frontend dependencies, native Chinese support, and English term matching.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 268
- **Downloads (30 days):** 50 (+11.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.1.3
- **Last updated:** Jun 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 8.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** simonxuan (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/simonxuan/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wordnest/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [definitions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/definitions/) | #8 | 8 |
| [dictionary](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/dictionary/) | #36 | 40 |
| [glossary](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/glossary/) | #42 | 42 |
| [terms](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/terms/) | #59 | 65 |
| [tooltip](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/tooltip/) | #62 | 72 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| definitions | >100 | 1,070 |
| dictionary | #86 | 227 |
| glossary | #85 | 214 |
| terms | >100 | 10,000 |
| tooltip | >100 | 1,946 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [TooltipGlossary](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tooltipglossary/) | 30+ | — | Jun 23, 2010 | 24/100 |
| 2 | [Glossary](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/automatic-glossary/) | 10+ | — | Mar 4, 2009 | 31/100 |
| 3 | [Dexonline Searchbox](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/dexonline-searchbox/) | 10+ | — | Sep 23, 2015 | 23/100 |
| 4 | [mowsterGlossary](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mowster-glossary/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 11, 2013 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [Smart Word Explainer](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-word-explainer/) | <10 | — | Dec 17, 2025 | 36/100 |
| 7 | [Smart Dictionary Lookup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/smart-dictionary-lookup/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [Intelligent Glossary Engine](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/intelligent-glossary-engine/) | <10 | — | Jun 16, 2026 | 49/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Wordnest safe to use in 2026?
Wordnest works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Wordnest?
Wordnest is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 268 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 50 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Wordnest work with WordPress 7.1?
Wordnest is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Wordnest need?
Wordnest requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Wordnest last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.3, was released on June 26, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes Wordnest?
Wordnest is developed and maintained by simonxuan.

### What are the best alternatives to Wordnest?
The most popular alternatives to Wordnest are TooltipGlossary (30+ installs), Glossary (10+ installs) and Dexonline Searchbox (10+ installs).


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