WordPress.org Plugin Search

The WordPress.org plugin directory is the central distribution channel for over 60,000 free plugins that power 40%+ of all websites on the internet. Each search result on WordPress.org shows the plugin name, short description, star rating, number of ratings, active installation count, tested compatibility with WordPress versions, search position, plugin image, and direct link to the plugin page. Active installation counts - displayed in ranges like 10,000+, 100,000+, 1,000,000+ - are the strongest signal of real-world adoption, since they represent currently running installations rather than lifetime downloads.

What it extracts

• Position — Search result rank number.
• Plugin Name — Official plugin title.
• Description — Short plugin summary.
• Review Count — Total user ratings submitted.
• Rating — Average star rating from users.
• Image — Plugin thumbnail or logo image.
• Publisher — Plugin developer or company.
• Active Installs — Currently running install count.
• WP Version Tested — WordPress version compatibility.
• Plugin Link — Direct URL to the plugin page.

What you can do with it

• Adoption signal via active installs: Unlike download counts, active installations show how many sites currently run a plugin. Extract these to identify genuinely popular solutions.
• Maintenance assessment: Last update dates reveal whether a plugin is actively maintained. Abandoned plugins are security risks. Extract dates to filter for well-maintained options.
• Compatibility verification: WordPress.org shows which WordPress versions a plugin has been tested with. Extract compatibility data to avoid plugins that lag behind core updates.
• Market opportunity identification: Low-rated or outdated plugins in popular categories signal opportunities for better alternatives. Extract ratings and dates to find improvement opportunities.

How it works

Enter the requested input when prompted. The flow opens the target page, extracts the fields listed above, and saves them as a CSV in your home folder.

Frequently asked questions

Can I track plugin popularity over time?

Schedule regular extractions. Active installation counts change as sites add or remove plugins, showing real adoption trends.

Does it show premium/paid plugins?

WordPress.org only lists free plugins. Premium plugins are distributed through other marketplaces and author websites.

What does 'active installations' mean?

Active installations represent the number of WordPress sites currently running the plugin, updated periodically by WordPress.org. This is more meaningful than total downloads.

Can I filter by category?

Browse WordPress.org by category or tag before copying the URL. The robot extracts whatever results the filtered page shows.

Is this WordPress plugin scraper free?

Browse AI's free plan includes credits to run this robot. No credit card required.