WP Shortlinker changes the internal links to use shortlinks instead of permalinks inside the WordPress editor.
As of April 2026, WP Shortlinker is a WordPress 404 plugin with 10 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 1.6K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.6+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2016. Last updated 7 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Redirection.
WP Shortlinker will help you achieve actual permanent links when inserting links in WordPress editor by changing the internal links to use shortlinks instead of permalinks.
Once you have installed and activated the plugin, you can go ahead and try inserting a link into WordPress editor from the kitchen sink. The plugin will automatically change it to the shortlink.
| WordPress | 3.6+ requiredTested up to 5.1.22 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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