Active installs
4K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3641
Peak #3641
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
10.8K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Basic URL ShortCodes currently ranks #3641 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v4.0.2, shipped on Feb 28, 2026 (161 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2017.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Vikas Sharma |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.0.2 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-28 |
| Added to directory | 2017-07-20 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Provides simple shortcodes to output essential WordPress URLs inside posts, pages and widgets.
Frequently asked questions
Is Basic URL ShortCodes a free plugin?
Yes — Basic URL ShortCodes is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Basic URL ShortCodes?
WordPress.org reports 4K+ active installs.
How popular is Basic URL ShortCodes?
As of August 8, 2026, Basic URL ShortCodes ranks #3641 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Basic URL ShortCodes last updated?
Basic URL ShortCodes was last updated on February 28, 2026 (version 4.0.2). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Basic URL ShortCodes?
Basic URL ShortCodes is developed by Vikas Sharma. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in July 2017.
