Active installs
2K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#5039
Peak #5039
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
101.9K
Days tracked
2
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WP Category Permalink currently ranks #5039 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v3.4.0, shipped on Dec 6, 2018 (2,802 days ago) — release #30 since the plugin joined the directory in 2013.
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Details
| Author | Jordy Meow |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.4.0 |
| Versions released | 30 |
| Last updated | 2018-12-06 |
| Added to directory | 2013-04-18 |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.3+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Allows manual selection of a 'main' category for each post for nicer permalinks and better SEO.
Frequently asked questions
Is WP Category Permalink a free plugin?
Yes — WP Category Permalink is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use WP Category Permalink?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is WP Category Permalink?
As of August 7, 2026, WP Category Permalink ranks #5039 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was WP Category Permalink last updated?
WP Category Permalink was last updated on December 6, 2018 (version 3.4.0). It has shipped 30 releases in total.
Who makes WP Category Permalink?
WP Category Permalink is developed by Jordy Meow. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in April 2013.
