Introducing WPMonitor: Your Real-Time Tracking Companion for WordPress Plugins and Themes

Hey, Dev community! 👋

I am thrilled to introduce WPMonitor (wpmonitor.dev), a project I have created to simplify the tracking and analysis of WordPress plugins and themes. As a WordPress plugins and themes developer, keeping track of my projects used to be a hassle. I wanted a tool that could offer straightforward analytics without the need to navigate through multiple pages on wordpress.org.

WPMonitor was crafted with simplicity and efficiency in mind, providing real-time insights and easy setup. Moreover, ensuring the security of data was a top priority during the development process.

The Importance of Tracking 📈

Understanding user engagement, optimizing keywords, and growing my projects rely heavily on tracking the downloads of WordPress plugins and themes.

What I needed?

• Instant Insights: Real-time updates to see current performance statistics at a glance.
• Data Privacy: I had no desire to leave information about my plugins on third-party servers.
• Keyword Position: Track the position of each plugin or theme based on specific keywords in the WordPress.org directory.

To address these issues, WPMonitor was designed to be user-friendly, fast, and privacy-focused. Settings are stored locally in your browser using LocalStorage, eliminating the need for accounts, server-side storage, or any complications.

Key Features at a Glance 🎯

Here is a brief overview of what WPMonitor has to offer:

No Account Required

Get started with tracking plugins and themes immediately – no registration or sign-up needed. Simply visit the site, add your plugins and themes, and you're good to go.

Easy Plugin and Theme Management

Enter your plugin or theme details on the Settings page. Everything is saved locally in your browser. In case you clear your browser data or switch devices, you need to enter the plugins and themes data again.

Seamless Integration with WordPress API

All data is retrieved directly from the official WordPress API, guaranteeing real-time statistics. This allows you to monitor your rankings, downloads, and keyword performance without any delays.

Data Privacy with Local Storage

Rest assured that your data remains within your browser. WPMonitor do not store your plugin or theme information on any server. Should you wish to reset your settings, simply delete the LocalStorage data in your browser, and your preferences will be erased.

Keyword Monitoring

Track whether your plugin or theme is visible on the first page of WordPress search results for specific keywords. This feature aids in assessing your visibility and enhancing your SEO efforts.

Technical Details 🛠️📑

For those curious about the technology behind WPMonitor, here is a glimpse of the tools utilized:

• Frontend: Leveraging Svelte for a swift and efficient development process.
• Data Handling: Utilizing WordPress.org's official REST API.
• State Management: LocalStorage API for preserving user data.
• Deployment: Hosted on Vercel.

Whether you are a seasoned WordPress developer or simply interested in monitoring your plugins and themes, feel free to explore WPMonitor and share your thoughts with me. Your feedback is highly valued as I am constantly striving to enhance this tool based on user experiences.

I’d Love Your Feedback ✨📣

Since this is a project built by a WordPress developer for WordPress developers, I’m always open to ideas and feedback. I created this tool to meet my own needs, but I’d love to hear how it works for you and what could make it even better.

Feel free to drop a comment below. ⬇️

Thanks for reading, and happy coding! 🚀