Active installs
2K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#4348
Peak #4340
Downloads / day
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All-time downloads
12.2K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Post Admin Word Count currently ranks #4348 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4340, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.0, shipped on May 22, 2025 (443 days ago) — release #5 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Jon Bishop |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-22 |
| Added to directory | 2012-08-11 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Adds a sortable word count column to the admin post list for all public post types. Efficient, lightweight and built with modern best practices.
Frequently asked questions
Is Post Admin Word Count a free plugin?
Yes — Post Admin Word Count is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Post Admin Word Count?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Post Admin Word Count?
As of August 8, 2026, Post Admin Word Count ranks #4348 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #4340.
When was Post Admin Word Count last updated?
Post Admin Word Count was last updated on May 22, 2025 (version 2.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Post Admin Word Count?
Post Admin Word Count is developed by Jon Bishop. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2012.
