WowOptin: Next-Gen Popup Maker – Create Stunning Popups and Optins for Lead Generation
by WPXPO · Email & Marketing
Also makes 9 other plugins · 42.9K+ installs across the portfolio →
Create stunning popups and newsletter forms with WowOptin. Boost your lead generation and sales with advanced targeting and Canva-like flexibility.
Removed from WordPress.org
wp.org closed this plugin on 2026-10-10. It's no longer installable or updated. If you're running it, plan a replacement: closures are often security-related and WordPress won't warn you.
Health
A 90/100
no flags
Active installs
1K+
≈1.6K estimated
Momentum
+22%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “email newsletter”, “popup” and “pop ups” for “lead magnet”, “email optin” and “generation”. “email newsletter” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “lead magnet” sits at #8 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “popup” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “email optin” sits at #9 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “pop ups” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #22. “generation” sits at #16 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
90 health vs 66 average across 2,119 Email & Marketing plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →2.1%
of downloads still active
At least 1K of 47.4K lifetime downloads are still running, above its category: the median Email & Marketing plugin keeps 0.9%, across 1,295 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Email & Marketing 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 34 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.
Well optimized
Most to gain: Support resolution
Updated 25 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.1.3, the current branch or newer
5.0★ over 26 reviews, smoothed to 4.41★
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
0 of 1 support threads resolved in the last 2 months
To rank higher: Mark more forum threads resolved — the resolved ratio feeds the ranking.
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.
39
Momentum
Mixed: one swing, the rest drifting
+0.2
Velocity
places per keyword, 7d
18%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 7d
-0.2
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| optin your tag | #7 | #10 | 0 |
| b2b lead generation | #3 | #3 | 0 |
| lead magnet | #8 | #9 | 0 |
| next | #15 | #20 | down 1 |
| lead generation your tag | #15 | #17 | 0 |
| email optin | #9 | #13 | — |
| generation | #16 | #15 | up 2 |
| popup maker | #18 | #19 | up 3 |
| pop ups your tag | #22 | #21 | 0 |
| i gen | #8 | #12 | — |
| email newsletter your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| popup your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
19 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 10 listed. 9 left out as unrelated or noise (years, numbers, stray words). 2 of its tags aren't in the top 24 for their own search.
What to do about it
- Swap “email newsletter”, “popup” and “pop ups” for “lead magnet”, “email optin” and “generation”. “email newsletter” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “lead magnet” sits at #8 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “popup” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “email optin” sits at #9 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “pop ups” isn't earning its slot: it only gets you to #22. “generation” sits at #16 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
- One page off on “lead generation”. #15 puts you just past the first ten results, where almost all the clicks stop. The gap to close is small.
Daily downloads
Since 12 Nov 2024 · 698 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 5K · 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
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.
34
releases in the last 12 months
25d ago
latest release · v1.4.50 · 6 Oct 2026
65
tagged releases on record
Recent releases
What its installed base runs
via wordpress.orgShare of active installs on each version of this plugin · 100% run the current release. 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 “1K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 8 months ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 64% of the way through.
Install history since 11 Nov 2024
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ noktall4mo ago
If you want amazing, fully customized popup designs using a plugin, count on the Wow plugin! It’s absolutely fantastic.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ abroucek4mo ago
I’ve been using WowOptin for quite some time and have had a great experience with it. I really like the pre-built templates, and I’ve also created custom designs with the help of AI. One of my favorite features is the A/B testing functionality, which allows me to test multiple opt-ins simultaneously and easily compare their performance. The customer support team has also been excellent. Whenever I’ve had a question or encountered an issue, they’ve been responsive, friendly, and always willing to help. I highly recommend WowOptin to anyone looking for an effective and easy-to-use opt-in solution.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ typowp5mo ago
WowOptin convinces as an on-brand customizable and easy to use WP-Popupdesigner. When I had an integration issue, I experienced wpxpo’s friendly, fast, and dedicated support, which offered a powerful solution to my problem, making WowOptin the perfect marketing tool for my web projects.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Hussain Alhassan5mo ago
WowOptin makes it very easy to create attractive popups and opt-ins for lead generation. The design options are flexible, the setup is simple, and the results look professional on my site. It’s a practical tool for growing a mailing list and capturing more leads without needing a complicated setup. Highly recommended for anyone who wants effective popups with a clean workflow!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ digitalagencyone5mo ago
WowOptin is a powerful and easy-to-use opt-in and lead generation plugin. Creating popups, banners, and marketing campaigns is very straightforward, even for beginners. The designs look modern and professional, and the targeting options are excellent. It helped improve engagement on my website significantly. Great plugin, great performance, and exceptional support!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Garry5mo ago
WowOptin has revolutionized the way I capture leads on my WordPress site. The Canva-like editor makes designing stunning opt-in forms a breeze — no coding skills needed! The AI-powered copywriting feature is a game changer, helping me craft compelling messages that resonate with my audience. The advanced targeting options allow for personalized campaigns, boosting my conversion rates significantly. I particularly love the exit-intent triggers, which have helped significantly reduce cart abandonment rates. Plus, the real-time analytics keep me informed on performance, enabling data-driven decisions for continuous improvement. Highly recommend WowOptin for anyone looking to grow their email list and enhance their site’s marketing strategy!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ Developer6mo ago
I have used several opt-in plugins on my various WordPress websites. But none really worked out for me. I then came across this plugin. Initially I was not sure whether this plugin will also work for me or not. But bank on, I found the perfect plugin to improve my marketing efforts. WowOptin has everything I wanted from an optin plugin.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ maxoutdigital6mo ago
There has to be over 100 optin and lead capture plugins out there, but I am very happy i purchased this one and is so far may favorite of all time. I highly recommend it, it is the plugin that got me to eventually puchase the entire bundle of plugins this team develops.
Read on wp.org ↗
Security history
via Wordfence IntelligenceAll 4 disclosed vulnerabilities are patched in the current version (1.4.50). Sites still on an older version should update.
- Patched Medium · 5.3 WowOptin <= 1.4.37 - Missing Authorization to Unauthenticated Opt-In Deactivation ↗
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
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
Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
Not checked yet. The readme could not be read from WordPress.org on this visit.
Growth timeline
Install-tier crossings we have observed, and how long each tier took to outgrow
- 2026-03-13 900+ → 1K+ up after 23 days in tier
- 2026-02-18 800+ → 900+ up after 55 days in tier
- 2025-12-25 700+ → 800+ up after 24 days in tier
- 2025-12-01 600+ → 700+ up after 1 days in tier
- 2025-11-30 700+ → 600+ down after 1 days in tier
- 2025-11-29 600+ → 700+ up after 20 days in tier
- 2025-11-09 500+ → 600+ up after 20 days in tier
- 2025-10-20 400+ → 500+ up after 34 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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Icegram Engage – Popups, Welcome Bars, Optins, Slide-Ins & Lead Generation for WordPress 10K+ installs · 4.7★ · 3 shared tags A -
Popup Builder & Popup Maker for WordPress – OptinMonster Email Marketing and Lead Generation 1M+ installs · 4.3★ · 2 shared tags A -
Popup Maker – Boost Sales, Conversions, Optins, Subscribers with the Ultimate WP Popup Builder 600K+ installs · 4.9★ · 2 shared tags A -
Hustle – Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Optins, Popups 80K+ installs · 4.4★ · 2 shared tags A -
Advanced Popups 60K+ installs · 3.9★ · 2 shared tags B -
Poptin – Email Marketing Automation, Newsletter & Exit Pop Ups, Email Popups 20K+ installs · 4.9★ · 2 shared tags A
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