# LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode

> LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 53 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,248
- **Downloads (30 days):** 53 (-1.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 4.2.2
- **Last updated:** May 7, 2015
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.2.39
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ircary (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ircary/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/wp-textimage-linking-shortcode/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [linking](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/linking/) | #5 | 12 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,428 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| linking | >100 | 2,068 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 4.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [The Permalinker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/the-permalinker/) | 100+ | 5/5 (2) | Dec 13, 2024 | 35/100 |
| 2 | [Internal Link Building](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/seo-internal-link-building/) | 20+ | 3/5 (2) | Apr 26, 2018 | 25/100 |
| 3 | [Link Grab-O-Matic](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-grab-o-matic/) | 10+ | 1/5 (1) | Apr 5, 2012 | 18/100 |
| 5 | [Verbatim](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/verbatim/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Mar 11, 2015 | 30/100 |
| 6 | [Link Updated Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/link-updated/) | 10+ | — | Aug 11, 2009 | 23/100 |
| 7 | [iFOCUS Link Nest Lite](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ifocus-sk-link-nest-lite/) | <10 | — | Aug 26, 2024 | 21/100 |
| 8 | [Hive AutoLinker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/hive-autolinker/) | <10 | — | Aug 14, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [RK – Smart Internal Linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rk-smart-internal-linker/) | <10 | — | Mar 2, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 10 | [Mir Auto Internal Linker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mir-auto-internal-linker/) | <10 | — | Jul 22, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 11 | [Albion Link Assistant](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/albion-link-assistant/) | <10 | — | Aug 20, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode free?
Yes. LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode safe to use in 2026?
LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 11 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode?
LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,248 times since it launched in December 2013. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.

### Does LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode work with WordPress 7.1?
LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode is officially tested up to WordPress 4.2.39, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode last updated?
The latest version, 4.2.2, was released on May 7, 2015 (11 years ago).

### Who makes LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode?
LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode is developed and maintained by ircary.

### What are the best alternatives to LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode?
The most popular alternatives to LCT Text/Image Linking Shortcode are The Permalinker (100+ installs), Internal Link Building (20+ installs) and Link Grab-O-Matic (10+ installs).


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-textimage-linking-shortcode/ · Generated 2026-10-15 18:24 UTC by PageForge