Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) vs VK Link Target Controller (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL)
100K+ active installs
Free
VK Link Target Controller
30K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, VK Link Target Controller has a higher user rating (5/5 from 2 reviews) while Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) leads in active installations (100K+ vs 30K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) has accumulated 1.2M+ total downloads while VK Link Target Controller has 264K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) | VK Link Target Controller | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.2/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 71 | ◄ | 2 |
| Active Installs | 100K+ | ◄ | 30K+ |
| Total Downloads | 1.2M+ | ◄ | 264K+ |
| Support Resolution | N/A | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 1 week ago | ► | 4 days ago |
| First Released | 2014 | 2015 | |
| Age | 12 years | 11 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.5+ | 5.3+ | |
| PHP Requires | false+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 2.0.0 | 1.8.1 |
Rating Breakdown
Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL)
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Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) averaged approximately 142 daily downloads while VK Link Target Controller averaged 427.
Recent Reviews
Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) Reviews
Easy HTTPS Redirection (SSL) is an amazing plugin!
With just a few clicks, I was able to set up HTTPS redirection quickly without manually editing any files. What I love the most is the automatic redirection feature that modifies the .htaccess file
It is requiring you to put your credit card info to activate.
Even if you use it for your personal blog, with no ads or sevices sold, and choose to use the free version, Aksimet wants you to enter your full creddit card information. This is ridicilous. Why would
simple
Very easy, no complicated configurations.
VK Link Target Controller Reviews
Easy to use e simple
Your plugin is the best, easy to use, and simple. Thanks a lot!
Great Plugin
Just what I needed. Excellent work done. 5 star no doubt.
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