Link Library
by Yannick Lefebvre · Uncategorized
Also makes 7 other plugins · 10.9K+ installs across the portfolio →
The purpose of this plugin is to add the ability to output a list of link categories and a complete list of links with notes and descriptions.
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Health
A 87/100
no flags
Active installs
10K+
≈15K estimated
Momentum
-30%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “directory”, “list” and “page” for “copy link”, “link preview” and “purpose”. “directory” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “copy link” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “list” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “link preview” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “page” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “purpose” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
87 health vs 58 average across 25,755 Uncategorized plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →0.4%
of downloads still active
At least 10K of 2.4M lifetime downloads are still running, below its category: the median Uncategorized plugin keeps 0.6%, across 17,772 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Uncategorized 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 14 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
Well tuned across the board
Updated 13 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.1.4, the current branch or newer
4.7★ over 97 reviews, smoothed to 4.50★
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
3 of 4 support threads resolved in the last 2 months
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.
32
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.6
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
10%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 28d
-1.1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| link color | #1 | #1 | 0 |
| wordpress link library | #1 | #2 | 0 |
| link your tag | #3 | #3 | up 1 |
| library your tag | #3 | #5 | 0 |
| link categories | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| purpose | #4 | #8 | 0 |
| short link | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| libraries | #3 | #5 | 0 |
| copy link | #4 | #5 | down 1 |
| link preview | #4 | #6 | up 1 |
| link checker | #4 | #4 | up 2 |
| link directory | #5 | #7 | up 1 |
| add link | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| link to | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| the library | #3 | #6 | — |
| moderate | #5 | #6 | down 1 |
| link to top | #6 | #6 | 0 |
| broken link checker | #6 | #8 | up 1 |
| link tool | #4 | #5 | 0 |
| link list | #4 | #4 | 0 |
| directory your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| list your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| page your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
214 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 20 listed. 161 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 3 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.
What to do about it
- Swap “directory”, “list” and “page” for “copy link”, “link preview” and “purpose”. “directory” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “copy link” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “list” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “link preview” sits at #4 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “page” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “purpose” sits at #4 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 · 1,489 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 62.1K · peaks are release surges
Directory rank vs rivals
wp.org popularity rank over time · higher is better · when a rival's line climbs above yours, they've overtaken you
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.
14
releases in the last 12 months
13d ago
latest release · v7.10.0 · 19 Oct 2026
135
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 “10K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 7.2 years ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 50% of the way through.
Install history since 30 Nov 2020
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ atlasjack1.0y ago
One of the most useful plugins on all of WordPress. It has been, and remains, a classic.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Clicknathan2.4y ago
Nice plugin but throws 4 ‘Function wp_enqueue_style was called incorrectly’ PHP Notices. Would be nice to have the option to turn off the various scripts and styles it adds, as due to the above, you can’t easily remove them with add_action( 'wp_enqueue_scripts' ... )
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ photoMaldives2.7y ago
Simple to get started, with lots of advanced options. It’s easy to dive right in and start adding your links – very intuitive. Only later do you start to realise just how many advanced options there are for customising the front-end layout and back-end functionality. Excellent, and a solid 5⭐
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Peter2.8y ago
I have been looking for a functional link directory plugin for a long time.I have really tried everything that is currently available on the market – paid and free plugins.Link Library is the most advanced and functional plugin I have ever tried.Its capabilities are impressive and it would take a long time to list them here.Many thanks and respects to the developer!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Nicole68703.6y ago
This is my favorite links plugin. If you need a really robust library that is searchable and not just a list, try this one.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Colleen Gratzer3.9y ago
I use this plugin to have a stock image directory on my website. I get great feedback on it. The plugin was easy to understand and to get things set up. When I noticed a few accessibility issues, I brought them to the attention of the developer. Yannick made the requested modifications in one of the next releases. This topic was modified 3 years, 7 months ago by Colleen Gratzer. This topic was modified 3 years, 7 months ago by Colleen Gratzer.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ alan19434.0y ago
I contacted the developer several times and each time he has been very attentive and helpful. For a free plugin, his service is beyond. 5-star rating for sure!!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ dmsr4.3y ago
Si vous préférez plus simple, ré-activez le gestionnaire de lien natif de WP via le plugin Link Manager, sinon ce plugin est ultra complet, peut-être un peu trop…
Read on wp.org ↗
Latest updates
via wp.org changelogRecent releases and news for this plugin
- — Version 7.9.3 Fixed potential security issue 7.9.3
- — Version 7.9.2 Fix for links importer, both scheduled and manual Fix for empty OPML when using multilingual plugin 7.9.2
- — Version 7.9.1 Fix for scheduled import not assigning categories to links 7.9.1
- — Version 7.9.0 Fixed bug with broken link checker 7.9.0
- — Version 7.8.9 Fixed potential security issue 7.8.9
- — Version 7.8.8 Fixed potential security issue 7.8.8
Security history
via Wordfence IntelligenceAll 29 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (7.10.0). Sites still on an older version should update.
- Patched Medium · 6.4 Link Library <= 7.9.5 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗2026-10-20 CVE-2026-78392 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.9.5 Patched in 7.9.6
- 2026-10-14 CVE-2026-15090 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 7.9.2 Patched in 7.9.3
- 2026-09-23 CVE-2026-78393 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.9.5 Patched in 7.9.6
- 2026-09-23 CVE-2026-78394 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory Affects <= 7.9.5 Patched in 7.9.6
- Patched Critical · 9.1 Link Library <= 7.9.4 - Unauthenticated Arbitrary File Deletion via link_url Parameter ↗2026-08-14 CVE-2026-18855 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory Affects <= 7.9.4 Patched in 7.9.5
- 2026-08-03 CVE-2026-16535 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.9.3 Patched in 7.9.4
- 2026-07-29 CVE-2026-18197 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects < 7.9.4 Patched in 7.9.4
- 2026-07-23 CVE-2026-16532 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 7.9.2 Patched in 7.9.3
- 2026-04-22 CVE-2026-40779 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory Affects <= 7.8.8 Patched in 7.8.9
- Patched Medium · 6.4 Link Library <= 7.8.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Server-Side Request Forgery ↗
- Patched Medium · 6.4 Link Library <= 7.8 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting ↗2025-04-22 CVE-2025-46237 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.8 Patched in 7.8.1
- Patched Medium · 6.4 Link Library <= 7.7.3 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Link Additional Parameters ↗2025-04-04 CVE-2025-2889 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.7.3 Patched in 7.8
- 2025-01-20 CVE-2024-13404 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.7.2 Patched in 7.7.3
- 2024-07-11 CVE-2024-38711 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.7.1 Patched in 7.7.2
- 2024-06-06 CVE-2024-35687 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.6.3 Patched in 7.6.4
- Patched Medium · 6.4 Link Library <= 7.6.11 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via link-library Shortcode ↗2024-05-07 CVE-2024-4281 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.6.11 Patched in 7.7
- 2024-03-16 CVE-2024-29123 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.6 Patched in 7.6.1
- 2024-03-13 CVE-2024-2325 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.6.6 Patched in 7.6.7
- 2024-02-19 CVE-2024-1559 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.6 Patched in 7.6.1
- Patched Medium · 6.1 Link Library <= 7.5.13 - Reflected Cross-Site Scripting via 'link_price' and 'link_tags' ↗2024-02-05 CVE-2024-24879 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.5.13 Patched in 7.6
- 2022-12-23 CVE-2022-4199 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.4 Patched in 7.4.1
- 2021-12-30 CVE-2021-25091 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 7.2.8 Patched in 7.2.9
- 2017-08-14 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command Affects <= 5.9.13.26 Patched in 5.9.13.27
- 2016-08-15 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects < 5.9.12.30 Patched in 5.9.12.30
- 2014-11-08 Improper Neutralization of Input During Web Page Generation Affects <= 5.8.10.6 Patched in 5.8.11
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CVE records: Copyright 1999-2026 The MITRE Corporation. CVE terms of use.
Languages
via translate.wordpress.orgTranslated into 62 languages, 2 at 90% or more
Plus 38 more locales with partial translations.
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.
Share of voice
How often each assistant names Link Library when asked about this topic, where it comes in the answer, and how that compares with its wp.org search position. Latest run 1 Nov 2026.
- Assistants
- ChatGPT, Claude
- Topics tracked
- RSS feeds
Readme readiness
5 of 8 pass · checked 28 Oct 2026Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
- ✓ Says what it does "The purpose of this plugin is to add the ability to output a list of link categories and a complete list of..."
- ✓ Has a FAQ 7 questions in the FAQ.
- ✓ FAQ asks real questions 7 of 7 read like questions a user would type.
- ! Names who it is for Never says who the plugin is for or what they use it for.
- ! Names what it works with Names no plugin, service or platform it works with.
- ! Headings and lists 0 headings and 1 list; assistants quote headed sections and bullet lists, not paragraphs.
- ✓ Enough to quote 1,616 characters of description.
- ✓ Tags match the text 4 of 5 tags appear in the text; "directory" does not.
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2019-09-05 20K+ → 10K+ down
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