Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Shortcode for Google Maps currently ranks #3756 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3751, first reached on Oct 9, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 3K+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 22 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 15% versus the month before (19/day).
- The latest release, v1.8.3, shipped on Jun 22, 2026 (119 days ago) — release #27 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-19 | #3756 |
| 2026-09-30 | #3774 |
| 2026-08-31 | #3772 |
| 2026-07-31 | #3771 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-19 | 3,000 |
| 2026-09-30 | 3,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 3,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 3,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | 18 |
| 2026-09-30 | 20 |
| 2026-08-31 | 22 |
| 2026-07-31 | 15 |
| 2026-06-30 | 43 |
| 2026-05-31 | 10 |
| 2026-04-30 | 6 |
| 2026-03-31 | 12 |
| 2026-02-28 | 8 |
| 2026-01-31 | 7 |
| 2025-12-31 | 5 |
| 2025-11-30 | 6 |
| 2025-10-31 | 7 |
| 2025-09-30 | 10 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | fullworks |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.8.3 |
| Versions released | 27 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Added to directory | 2012-10-01 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
A simple shortcode for embedding Google Maps in any WordPress post, page or widget.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Simple Shortcode for Google Maps?
WordPress.org reports 3K+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Shortcode for Google Maps?
As of October 19, 2026, Simple Shortcode for Google Maps ranks #3756 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #3751.
When was Simple Shortcode for Google Maps last updated?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps was last updated on June 22, 2026 (version 1.8.3). It has shipped 27 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Shortcode for Google Maps?
Simple Shortcode for Google Maps is developed by fullworks. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2012.
