WP Go Maps Block
by WPGMaps · Blocks
Also makes 1 other plugin · 303K+ installs across the portfolio →
The easiest-to-use Google Maps plugin is now available as a standalone map block! Create custom Google maps or OpenLayers maps with high-quality marke …
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Health
A 89/100
no flags
Active installs
3K+
≈3.9K estimated
Momentum
+14%
downloads vs prior 30d
Biggest opportunity: Swap “block”, “google maps” and “map” for “go”, “standalone” and “google maps plugin”. “block” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “go” sits at #6 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “google maps” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “standalone” sits at #18 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “map” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “google maps plugin” sits at #20 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. All five slots are taken, so one has to go.
89 health vs 71 average across 2,526 Blocks plugins
Install conversion
How it's measured →14%
of downloads still active
At least 3K of 21.7K lifetime downloads are still running, above its category: the median Blocks plugin keeps 2.1%, across 1,580 plugins.
Downloads count every update, not just first installs, so older and more frequently released plugins read lower. Compare against other Blocks 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 1 release 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 80 days ago
Tested up to WordPress 7.1.4, the current branch or newer
5.0★ over 19 reviews, smoothed to 4.35★ and held back under 25 reviews
5 of 5 tags set · short description in place
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.
34
Momentum
Losing ground
-0.7
Velocity
places per keyword, 28d
12%
Breadth
of keywords climbing, 28d
-0.4
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| openlayers | #1 | #1 | 0 |
| map block your tag | #5 | #7 | up 1 |
| maps your tag | #16 | #20 | down 2 |
| standalone | #18 | #16 | down 1 |
| google maps plugin | #20 | #22 | up 1 |
| wp maps | #10 | #15 | down 1 |
| custom maps | #13 | #19 | down 2 |
| openstreetmap | #22 | #17 | up 1 |
| markers | #24 | #21 | down 3 |
| add maps | #17 | #17 | down 1 |
| wp google maps | #18 | #20 | down 2 |
| google map block | #20 | #20 | down 2 |
| google maps api | #20 | #21 | down 4 |
| google maps locations | #21 | #22 | down 2 |
| easy google maps | #22 | #22 | up 1 |
| add google maps | #24 | #22 | 0 |
| google map with markers | #24 | #23 | 0 |
| google map markers | #24 | #23 | 0 |
| block your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| google maps your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
| map your tag | Not in the top 24 | ||
44 searches this plugin appeared in over the last 90 days, 18 listed. 26 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 “block”, “google maps” and “map” for “go”, “standalone” and “google maps plugin”. “block” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “go” sits at #6 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “google maps” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “standalone” sits at #18 untagged, close enough for a declared tag to move it up. “map” isn't earning its slot: you're not in the first 24 results for its own search. “google maps plugin” sits at #20 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 “maps”. #16 puts you just past the first ten results, where almost all the clicks stop. The gap to close is small.
Daily downloads
Since 18 Jul 2024 · 837 days · wp.org + Plugin Pulse archive
30-day downloads
Rolling 30-day volume · peak 1.4K · 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
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
Occasionally updatedHow often this plugin actually ships. A steady rhythm is the maintenance signal a single "last updated" date can't show.
1
releases in the last 12 months
6mo ago
latest release · v1.0.0 · 18 May 2026
1
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 “3K+”. Our estimate pins where the real number sits.
Crossed into this band 13 months ago; a band this size takes about a year or more to cross, which places it about 90% of the way through.
Install history since 17 Jul 2024
Recent reviews
All reviews on wp.org ↗- ★★★★★ Anonymous2.0y ago
The plugin itself is incredible and ticks all the boxes for what I need for a maps plugin – there are lots of options for customisation and the integration with ACF particularly makes it incredibly versatile. And I’ve had some great support from Matthew Lau. No issues with the plugin but just me trying to do things which aren’t (yet) fully supported. Matthew has given me bespoke support with some little code snippets. Excellent service!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ sesentner2.0y ago
This is a solid map plugin. Easy to set up and manage. I love that I can use my own marker. I haven’t had many issues, but when I have, their support team, specifically Dylan and Matthew, were quick to help! It should also be noted, that the issues I experienced were of my own creation, and not a reflection on their plugin.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ kiwilefty20142.0y ago
WP Go Maps is a fantastic product, with particular emphasis on the support that Matthew provides throughout the setup process.This company and its product excel at every level +++
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ michaeljohnson452.1y ago
Simple to use plugin, works very well. Minor issue was solved promptly by Matthew Lau on the support team. Thanks!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ jsh68jsh2.1y ago
I have recently started using this plugin, very good with many features. Had a need for some customisation, Matthew from support was very prompt to respond, understood my requiremenst and delivered the customisation scripts exactly as required.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ trevorcurrie2.1y ago
Absolutely loving WP Go Maps Block! This plugin is a game-changer for adding interactive maps to my WordPress site. It’s incredibly user-friendly, and the customization options are fantastic. The ability to easily create and embed maps with just a few clicks has saved me so much time. Huge shout-out to Matthew from support—he was super prompt and helpful when I had a question. His quick response made the whole experience even better. Highly recommend this plugin to anyone looking to add dynamic maps to their site! 10/10!
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ armandoarrastia2.1y ago
I’ve been using this plugin for several years. Made some changes and ran into difficulty. Matt has been a great resource, providing outstanding support and in some cases even going in and fixing things for me. I couldn’t ask for better support. He understood my questions and issues, and then resolved them. HIghly recommended plugin with great support.
Read on wp.org ↗ - ★★★★★ gregy14032.1y ago
Had some troubles with export and import of our CSV file .. Matthew took time to help me with instructions .. now everything works … recommend!
Read on wp.org ↗
Latest updates
via wp.org changelogRecent releases and news for this plugin
Languages
via translate.wordpress.orgTranslated into 1 language, 1 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 28 Oct 2026Can an assistant quote this readme? Eight deterministic checks over the wp.org listing, no model involved.
- ✓ Says what it does "The easiest-to-use Google Maps plugin is now available as a standalone map block! Create custom Google maps..."
- ✓ Has a FAQ 4 questions in the FAQ.
- ✓ FAQ asks real questions 4 of 4 read like questions a user would type.
- ✓ Names who it is for Names its audience or use cases ("perfect for", "if you need", "use this").
- ✓ Names what it works with Mentions Block editor, Google Maps, Zoom.
- ✓ Headings and lists 2 headings and 2 lists.
- ✓ Enough to quote 2,732 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
- 2025-09-28 2K+ → 3K+ up after 206 days in tier
- 2025-03-06 1K+ → 2K+ up after 93 days in tier
- 2024-12-03 900+ → 1K+ up after 12 days in tier
- 2024-11-21 800+ → 900+ up after 11 days in tier
- 2024-11-10 700+ → 800+ up after 12 days in tier
- 2024-10-29 600+ → 700+ up after 17 days in tier
- 2024-10-12 500+ → 600+ up after 12 days in tier
- 2024-09-30 400+ → 500+ up after 11 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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WP Go Maps – Google Map, OpenStreetMap, Leaflet Map 300K+ installs · 4.8★ · 3 shared tags A -
WP Maps – Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, Store Locator with Search, Filters & Listings 60K+ installs · 4.2★ · 3 shared tags B -
Easy Google Maps by Supsystic – Custom Markers, Clustering & Map Themes 20K+ installs · 4.6★ · 3 shared tags A -
Map Block for Google Maps 20K+ installs · 4.3★ · 3 shared tags A -
Maps Plugin using Google Maps for WordPress – WP Google Map 10K+ installs · 4.8★ · 3 shared tags A -
Flexible Map 7K+ installs · 4.7★ · 3 shared tags A
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