Better Internal Link vs Extend Link — WordPress

Better Internal Link Search vs Extend Link

Side-by-side comparison · 24 data points

Better Internal Link Search

5.0·25reviews·1,000+installs

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1. Listing metadata

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	Better Internal Link Search	Extend Link
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Description	1953 / 5000 chars39% used	2437 / 5000 chars49% used
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Languages
Platforms	WordPress	WordPress
Developer	Blazer Six	Alobaidi
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Feature comparison between Better Internal Link Search and Extend Link
Metric	Better Internal Link Search	Extend Link
Rating	★ 5.0 ★	3.0 ★
Total reviews	★ 25	2
Active installs	1,000+	1,000+
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3. App details

Long-form description · keyword frequency

Better Internal Link Search

Better Internal Link Search improves the default internal link searching feature in a number of ways, making it faster and easier to find the content you want to link up. The most basic feature limits results to posts and pages that contain your search term in the title, rather than returning every post that contains the term in the title or content field — this greatly reduces the number of results on sites with a lot of content and should improve accuracy. Beyond that simple change are more powerful features that can be customized for your particular site, including creating shortcuts for often-used links and even searching external sites without leaving WordPress! Features Search by post or page title when adding links to the editor or adding pages to a nav menu. Includes terms from any taxonomy in the search results so you can easily link to term archives. Scheduled posts are included in search results. Text highlighted in the editor when opening the internal link popup is searched for automatically. Adds a shortcut for quickly linking to the homepage. Just type ‘home’. Provides the ability to create custom shortcuts with a little code. Powerful modifiers included for searching additional data sources to make linking fast and easy (Wikipedia, GitHub, iTunes, Spotify, Codex). Extendable so developers can add their own sources. Typeahead Search Instantly see search results for pages, posts, media items or other custom post types on their Manage Posts screens. As soon as you start typing in the search field, the table instantly updates with results for whichever post type you’re viewing. Pressing enter or clicking the search button will continue to return posts using the default search algorithm (post titles and content). Additional Resources Write a review Contribute on GitHub Follow @cedaroco Visit Cedaro Screencast Eric Amundson over at Ivy Cat recorded this great overview of the plugin’s features:

Top keywords

search10×3.19%
results6×1.92%
link5×1.60%
post5×1.60%
posts5×1.60%
content4×1.28%
internal3×0.96%
internal link3×0.96%
pages3×0.96%
search results3×0.96%
searching3×0.96%
term3×0.96%

Extend Link

Extend Link – Link Options for Editor The Extend Link plugin Allows you to add classes, IDs, titles, rel attributes, and file download options to links directly from the “Extend Link” dialog in the Classic Editor and Classic Block in Gutenberg. It also provides H1–H6 support, so you can, for example, add an ID or classes to a heading. A lightweight, professional plugin, free and always will remain free! Key Features Enhanced Link Attributes: * Add custom CSS classes to links. * Assign unique IDs for precise targeting. * Add title attributes (tooltips on hover). * Set rel attributes: nofollow, noreferrer, noopener. * Open links in new tabs (target=”_blank”). * Enable file download instead of opening. * Check link status in real-time. Heading Support (H1-H6): * Add IDs and classes directly to headings. * Insert fully-attributed links inside headings. * Edit existing heading attributes. * Perfect for creating anchor links. Link Status Checker: * Verify if links are working or broken. * See HTTP status codes (200, 404, etc.). * Improve SEO by fixing dead links. * Built-in tool – no external service needed. User Experience: * Seamless Classic Editor integration. * Compatible with Gutenberg Classic Block. * Intuitive dialog with helpful tooltips. * Visual feedback for all actions. Professional & Lightweight: * All-in-one solution. * No external dependencies. * Optimized performance. * Security-focused with nonce verification. * Follows WordPress coding standards. * Free forever – no premium version. How to Use Adding a Link: 1. Open the Classic Editor or add a Classic Block in Gutenberg. 2. Select text or link. 3. Click the “Extend Link” button in the toolbar. 4. Configure your link options and save. Checking Link Status: 1. Open the Extend Link dialog. 2. Enter or edit a URL. 3. Click the “Check” button. 4. See instant status feedback. Adding ID/Class to Headings: 1. Select a heading (H1-H6). 2. Click “Extend Link” button. 3. Add ID and/or classes (leave URL empty). 4. Click “Save”. Plugin Reference Everything related to the plugin can be found on this page. You May Also Like – From Our Plugins Video Popup Plugin – Create unlimited, elegant, and responsive popups for YouTube, Vimeo, MP4 & WebM videos on click or On-Page Load. Preloader Plugin – Add a preloader to your website easily in only 3 steps. Simple, fast, and compatible with all major browsers.

Top keywords

link14×3.85%
add8×2.20%
links7×1.92%

Frequently asked

Common questions about this comparison

Which has better reviews, Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Better Internal Link Search has the higher average rating (5.0★ from 25 reviews) compared to Extend Link (3.0★ from 2 reviews). Both are tracked daily by AppRanks, so the figures here update each refresh cycle.

Should I choose Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Better Internal Link Search holds the higher average rating (5.0★ vs 3.0★). That is the one dimension AppRanks can separate them on here — read both apps' detail pages for the feature breakdown and recent listing changes.

Which is faster to set up, Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Both apps are one-click installs from the WordPress Plugin Directory. Better Internal Link Search has the deeper published review base (25 vs 2), which often — though not always — accompanies better-tested setup docs. AppRanks doesn't measure setup time directly: read the recent reviews on each app's detail page for user-reported install experience.

Which works better for small vs large WordPress Plugin Directory site owners?

Better Internal Link Search typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (25 reviews). Extend Link typically suits early-stage and growth-mode teams based on its published review base (2 reviews). A larger review base generally means the app has been exercised at scale — relevant if you are processing high volume or handling enterprise compliance requirements.

Can I migrate data between Better Internal Link Search and Extend Link?

Migration support varies by app and category. Better Internal Link Search and Extend Link both publish their export options on their marketplace listing pages (or in their support docs); some apps offer one-click import from competitors, others require CSV. The fastest check: search "import from Extend Link" in each app's help center. AppRanks does not track migration tooling directly — this is a category-specific capability worth verifying before commitment.

Better Internal Link Search vs Extend Link

Better Internal Link Search

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2. Categories & rankings

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Which has better reviews, Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Should I choose Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Which is faster to set up, Better Internal Link Search or Extend Link?

Which works better for small vs large WordPress Plugin Directory site owners?

Can I migrate data between Better Internal Link Search and Extend Link?

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