Active installs
100+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#15081
Peak #14958
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
4.7K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Traction External Links Speed Bump currently ranks #15081 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #14958, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.9.8, shipped on Jul 7, 2025 (396 days ago) — release #18 since the plugin joined the directory in 2017.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | Traction |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.9.8 |
| Versions released | 18 |
| Last updated | 2025-07-07 |
| Added to directory | 2017-08-28 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.0.1+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Activates a speed bump on all external links and gives site owner the ability to enter a list of domains or specific links that when clicked will not …
Frequently asked questions
Is Traction External Links Speed Bump a free plugin?
Yes — Traction External Links Speed Bump is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Traction External Links Speed Bump?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Traction External Links Speed Bump?
As of August 7, 2026, Traction External Links Speed Bump ranks #15081 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list. Its best position in our tracking is #14958.
When was Traction External Links Speed Bump last updated?
Traction External Links Speed Bump was last updated on July 7, 2025 (version 1.9.8). It has shipped 18 releases in total.
Who makes Traction External Links Speed Bump?
Traction External Links Speed Bump is developed by Traction. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in August 2017.
