Active installs
100+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#14382
Peak #14027
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.1K
Days tracked
3
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Word Counter currently ranks #14382 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #14027, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Oct 15, 2018 (2,854 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2018.
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Details
| Author | virvit |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2018-10-15 |
| Added to directory | 2018-10-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.2.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Very simple plugin to count words in your posts. It's usefull for SEO optimization to match some low and high words limit for search engines.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Word Counter a free plugin?
Yes — Simple Word Counter is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple Word Counter?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Word Counter?
As of August 8, 2026, Simple Word Counter ranks #14382 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #14027.
When was Simple Word Counter last updated?
Simple Word Counter was last updated on October 15, 2018 (version 1.0). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Word Counter?
Simple Word Counter is developed by virvit. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in October 2018.
