Library Management System
by Online Web Tutor · Education
Also makes 2 other plugins · 230+ installs across the portfolio →
The best library management system plugin for WordPress — manage books, borrowers, branches, bookcases, sections, borrow/return workflows and receipts …
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Health
B 84/100
no flags
Active installs
200+
≈260 estimated
Momentum
+100%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “books” and “library” for “management system” and “branches”. “books” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “management system” sits at #7 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “library” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “branches” sits at #16 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
84 health vs 69 average across 280 Education plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →0.9%
of downloads still active
At least 200 of 22.9K lifetime downloads are still running, in line with its category: the median Education plugin keeps 1.0%, across 176 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Education plugins, not across the directory. wp.org reports active installs as the bottom of a band, so the real rate is this or higher.
This plugin shipped 26 releases in the last 12 months, and every existing install that updated counted as another download. wp.org publishes no split between first installs and updates, so we show the raw rate rather than guess at one.
Details
Directory ranking optimization
How it's scored →How well this listing is tuned to rank in WordPress.org search, on the factors an owner controls. Not popularity, optimization.
Excellent listing optimization
Most to gain: Rating quality
Updated 12 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.0.8, the current branch or newer
4.4★ over 14 reviews, smoothed to 4.17★ and held back under 25 reviews
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
To rank higher: Too few reviews to rank on quality — nudge happy users to leave one.
Get the full rank-higher report →Search visibility
How it's tracked →Directory searches this plugin turns up in, and which way each one is moving. WordPress.org publishes no history of search positions, so this starts the day we first tracked a keyword and never backfills.
42
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.0
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
26%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 28d
+0.0
Acceleration
recent half vs earlier
wp.org is where the directory puts the plugin for that search. On merit is where it would sit if results were ranked on rating, support and updates, without the install boost. The last column is how far the wp.org position moved, from our first reading in the last 90 days to the latest.
| Keyword | wp.org | On merit | wp.org move, 90 days |
|---|---|---|---|
| borrow | #1 | #1 | 0 |
| management system | #7 | #14 | down 2 |
| destination management system | #4 | #12 | down 1 |
| training management system | #4 | #14 | 0 |
| result management system | #5 | #13 | up 1 |
| books library | #6 | #16 | up 1 |
| branches | #16 | #17 | down 1 |
| forms management system | #12 | #23 | down 1 |
| return management | #14 | #18 | 0 |
| online management | #17 | #21 | up 2 |
| books your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| library your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| lms your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| management your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| system your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
128 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 10 listed. 118 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 5 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.
What to do about it
- Swap “books” and “library” for “management system” and “branches”. “books” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “management system” sits at #7 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “library” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “branches” sits at #16 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
Daily downloads
Since 5 Oct 2022 · 1,488 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 1.8K · peaks are release surges
Directory rank
Ranked about #11,300 to #12,900, alongside the other plugins at 200+ installs. Plugins with the same install count swap places between wp.org requests, so this is where most of them sit. Checked monthly, last on 21 Oct 2026.
Rating trend
Star average over time · dips mark rough releases
Health trend
Composite health score, snapshotted daily
Update activity
How busy the existing users are, measured as downloads in the last 30 days for every 1,000 active sites. A spike means a new release everyone's pulling; a long, slow decline means an aging user base that updates less.
Release cadence
Actively maintainedHow often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.
26
releases in the last 12 months
12d ago
latest release · v3.7.2 · 19 Oct 2026
29
tagged releases on record
Recent releases
What its installed base runs
via wordpress.orgShare of active installs on each version of this plugin. Green is the current release; a big slice on older versions is a user base that has stopped updating.
Estimated active installs
The public count shows “200+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 5 months ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 57% of the way through.
Install history since 4 Oct 2022
Reviewer account pattern
from wp.org reviewer profiles11 of the last 11 four- and five-star reviews came from accounts created within a month of posting the review.
Registering a wp.org account just to leave a review is common and often entirely legitimate. The share here is unusually high for the sample, so it's worth keeping in mind while reading the reviews.
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ trexin4mo ago
Dieses Plugin hält was es verspricht. Die Kommunikation mit den Autoren funktioniert und es wird zuverlässig geantwortet. Preis und Leistung ist absolut in Ordnung.Vielen Dank.T. Rexin
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ ajeetpro4mo ago
I’ve been genuinely impressed with this Library Management System plugin. The installation was straightforward, and the interface is clean, modern, and easy to navigate. It includes everything needed to manage a library efficiently—from books, categories, authors, publishers, members, and issue/return management to fines, reports, and notifications. The plugin is well-organized, performs smoothly, and offers a great balance between functionality and usability. Even with a large collection of books, everything remains fast and responsive. The dashboard provides a clear overview, making daily management much easier. What stands out the most is the attention to detail and the range of features included. Whether you’re managing a school, college, university, or private library, this plugin provides a complete solution without feeling overly complicated. The documentation is helpful, and the developer has done an excellent job creating a reliable and professional product. Overall, this is one of the best library management plugins available for WordPress. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a powerful and user-friendly library management solution! 🌟
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ usi154mo ago
I have tested some Library Plugins in the last 3 years. This one is realy the best . You can start easy and fast to Build your own LMS. This topic was modified 3 weeks, 4 days ago by usi15.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ davidrizzo895mo ago
I’ve had the opportunity to use this plugin in the pro version, and it’s perfect in every way. There are no words to describe it, in fact, one could say “perfect.” But the real strength is the support, always available and ready to help. These guys deserve more than 5 stars!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ pisalliaris5mo ago
Very good plugin for Libraries. Recommended for small Libraries. Good cooperation for possible extensions.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ linux19701.0y ago
Abbiamo una piccola Biblioteca e gestiamo i libri da quasi un anno con LMS pro, dopo qualche piccolo problema, grazie alla pronta assistenza di onlinewebtutor sempre disponibile che ha risolto e anzi migliorato il plugin lavoriamo spediti. E’ un ottima soluzione rispetto ai costosissimi sistemi Nazionali che non avremmo potuto permetterci essendo noi un gruppo di volontari NO PROFIT.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ shanek0011.0y ago
Really good and solid plugin! The way it handles bookcases, sections, categories, and books management is very well-structured and easy to use. The admin interface makes organizing books super simple. The addition of shortcodes is a worthy and valuable feature in the free version. Allows quick integration of book listings anywhere on the site without any hassle. One small suggestion: it would be great if you could add filters on the public book listing page, especially filter by category, to help visitors browse books more efficiently. Overall, I am happy to use it.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ davewinfield1.3y ago
The free version has stupidly low limits on verything – not enough to test properly even. Documentation is laughable – doesn’t even explain how to show the library on a page. Useless.
Read on wp.org ↗
Security history
via Wordfence IntelligenceAll 7 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (3.7.2). Sites still on an older version should update.
- Patched Medium · 6.5 Library Management System <= 3.6.6 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) SQL Injection ↗2026-08-05 CVE-2026-18666 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.6.6 Patched in 3.6.7
- 2026-06-23 CVE-2026-56034 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.5.7 Patched in 3.5.8
- 2026-06-22 CVE-2026-12582 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.5.7 Patched in 3.5.8
- 2026-02-18 CVE-2025-12707 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.2.1 Patched in 3.3
- Patched Medium · 6.5 Library Management System <= 3.2.0 - Authenticated (Subscriber+) SQL Injection ↗2024-12-11 CVE-2024-12406 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.2.0 Patched in 3.2.1
- 2024-12-06 CVE-2024-8679 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 3.1 Patched in 3.2
Vulnerability records provided by Wordfence Intelligence. Copyright 2012-2026 Defiant Inc. License and terms.
CVE records: Copyright 1999-2026 The MITRE Corporation. CVE terms of use.
Behavioral tests
via WP HiveAutomated install-time checks, tested on PHP 8.1.12 · WP 7.0
Languages
via translate.wordpress.orgTranslated into 1 language, 0 at 90% or more
AI assistants
How it's measured →Whether ChatGPT and Claude name this plugin when asked the category question, and whether the readme gives them something to quote.
Not measured yet for this plugin’s topics. Its tracked searches are not among the measured topics. See the topics measured so far.
Readme readiness
8 of 8 pass · checked 26 Oct 2026Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
- ✓ Says what it does "The best library management system plugin for WordPress — manage books, borrowers, branches, bookcases, sec..."
- ✓ Has a FAQ 13 questions in the FAQ.
- ✓ FAQ asks real questions 13 of 13 read like questions a user would type.
- ✓ Names who it is for Names its audience or use cases ("perfect for", "who wants", "built for").
- ✓ Names what it works with Mentions WooCommerce.
- ✓ Headings and lists 7 headings and 1 list.
- ✓ Enough to quote 12,932 characters of description.
- ✓ Tags match the text All 5 tags appear in the text.
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2026-05-27 300+ → 200+ down after 1 days in tier
- 2026-05-26 200+ → 300+ up after 14 days in tier
- 2026-05-12 300+ → 200+ down after 18 days in tier
- 2026-04-24 200+ → 300+ up after 1 days in tier
- 2026-04-23 300+ → 200+ down after 2 days in tier
- 2026-04-21 200+ → 300+ up after 4 days in tier
- 2026-04-17 300+ → 200+ down after 419 days in tier
- 2025-02-22 200+ → 300+ up after 36 days in tier
Competes with
The plugins that solve the same job, ranked by shared tags then reach, closest match first. The letter on the right is each plugin's health grade (A best, F worst).
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Classroom Library 20+ installs · 3.6★ · 2 shared tags - B BNC BiblioShare 10+ installs · 3.6★ · 2 shared tags
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LearnPress – WordPress LMS Plugin for Create and Sell Online Courses 70K+ installs · 4.3★ · 1 shared tag B -
Tutor LMS Elementor Addons 30K+ installs · 3.7★ · 1 shared tag B
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