Active installs
0+
Rank
#61201
Peak #61144
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
270
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Codious External Links Opener currently ranks #61201 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #61144, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1, shipped on Jan 2, 2026 (218 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Codious Technologies |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-02 |
| Added to directory | 2026-01-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Automatically adds target="_blank" and rel="noopener noreferrer" to external links in post content to improve user experience and security.
Frequently asked questions
Is Codious External Links Opener a free plugin?
Yes — Codious External Links Opener is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How popular is Codious External Links Opener?
As of August 8, 2026, Codious External Links Opener ranks #61201 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #61144.
When was Codious External Links Opener last updated?
Codious External Links Opener was last updated on January 2, 2026 (version 1.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Codious External Links Opener?
Codious External Links Opener is developed by Codious Technologies. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2026.
