Active installs
3K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#3889
Peak #3889
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
67K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Read More Excerpt Link currently ranks #3889 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.6.1, shipped on Jan 30, 2026 (190 days ago).
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Tim Eckel |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.6.1 |
| Versions released | — |
| Last updated | 2026-01-30 |
| Added to directory | 2016-03-09 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.9.0+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Create "Read More" link after post excerpt instead of ellipsis [...] Also modify excerpt length.
Frequently asked questions
Is Read More Excerpt Link a free plugin?
Yes — Read More Excerpt Link is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Read More Excerpt Link?
WordPress.org reports 3K+ active installs.
How popular is Read More Excerpt Link?
As of August 7, 2026, Read More Excerpt Link ranks #3889 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Read More Excerpt Link last updated?
Read More Excerpt Link was last updated on January 30, 2026 (version 1.6.1).
Who makes Read More Excerpt Link?
Read More Excerpt Link is developed by Tim Eckel. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in March 2016.
