Active installs
200+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#12235
Peak #12235
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All-time downloads
4.1K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- URL & Path Shortcodes currently ranks #12235 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Sep 29, 2012 (5,060 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2012.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | Gilbert Pellegrom |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2012-09-29 |
| Added to directory | 2012-09-29 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.4+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This is a simple plugin that allows you to use common WordPress URL's and Paths in the post editor using shortcodes.
Frequently asked questions
Is URL & Path Shortcodes a free plugin?
Yes — URL & Path Shortcodes is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use URL & Path Shortcodes?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is URL & Path Shortcodes?
As of August 7, 2026, URL & Path Shortcodes ranks #12235 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was URL & Path Shortcodes last updated?
URL & Path Shortcodes was last updated on September 29, 2012 (version 1.0). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes URL & Path Shortcodes?
URL & Path Shortcodes is developed by Gilbert Pellegrom. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in September 2012.
