Active installs
20+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#24846
Peak #24723
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
13.9K
Days tracked
3
1 day▲ 56
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Linkify Categories currently ranks #24846 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #24723, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.5, shipped on Apr 27, 2025 (469 days ago) — release #24 since the plugin joined the directory in 2009.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Scott Reilly |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.5 |
| Versions released | 24 |
| Last updated | 2025-04-27 |
| Added to directory | 2009-06-12 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.8+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Turn a string, list, or array of category IDs and/or slugs into a list of links to those category archives. Provides a widget and template tag.
Frequently asked questions
Is Linkify Categories a free plugin?
Yes — Linkify Categories is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Linkify Categories?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Linkify Categories?
As of August 9, 2026, Linkify Categories ranks #24846 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #24723.
When was Linkify Categories last updated?
Linkify Categories was last updated on April 27, 2025 (version 2.5). It has shipped 24 releases in total.
Who makes Linkify Categories?
Linkify Categories is developed by Scott Reilly. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in June 2009.
