Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#11970
Peak #11970
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
15K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Reading Time currently ranks #11970 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.2.21, shipped on May 17, 2026 (82 days ago) — release #4 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | whiletrue |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.2.21 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-17 |
| Added to directory | 2011-01-02 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Reading Time shows the estimated reading time and puts an animated progress bar inside the post.
Frequently asked questions
Is Reading Time a free plugin?
Yes — Reading Time is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Reading Time?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Reading Time?
As of August 7, 2026, Reading Time ranks #11970 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Reading Time last updated?
Reading Time was last updated on May 17, 2026 (version 1.2.21). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Reading Time?
Reading Time is developed by whiletrue. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2011.
