Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy
5★ (2 ratings) · Current rank #13241
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy currently ranks #13241 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #13206, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v3.1, shipped on Jan 1, 2013 (4,966 days ago) — release #6 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
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Details
| Author | Luke Mlsna |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.1 |
| Versions released | 6 |
| Last updated | 2013-01-01 |
| Added to directory | 2011-12-06 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.8+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Adds a custom shortcode that returns the number of posts in a category, tag, or custom taxonomy. Accepts a slug (default), ID, or name as input and wo …
Frequently asked questions
Is Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy a free plugin?
Yes — Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy?
As of August 7, 2026, Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy ranks #13241 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #13206.
When was Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy last updated?
Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy was last updated on January 1, 2013 (version 3.1). It has shipped 6 releases in total.
Who makes Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy?
Count Posts in a Category, Tag, or Custom Taxonomy is developed by Luke Mlsna. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in December 2011.
