A little over a year ago I released a WordPress plugin called Smart Ads. I had been looking for a plugin that would assist me in adding advertisements to Simply-Basic.com, my technology blog (now defunct), but I couldn’t find one that I felt did everything I needed it to. After creating what I felt was the perfect advertising solution for myself, I released it to the public.
Well I’m happy to say that in just over a year, Smart Ads has been downloaded over 10,000 from WordPress.org! It’s quite a milestone for Smart Ads and myself personally, as it is my most popular plugin. I told my wife today and her response was “Why didn’t you just charge $1 for it!” You can tell she has more business sense then I do!
If you’d like to give Smart Ads a try, check out it’s homepage. It’s fully compatible with WordPress 2.8 and absolutely free.
R.Bhavesh
June 19, 20092:19 amcongrats john. 10,000 mark is really an achievement.
Just curious – what script / plugin do you use to keep track of the download?
johnkolbert
July 26, 20092:57 pmSorry I didn't see this comment sooner. I just use the stats from the WordPress.org site. I have them host all the downloads for the plugin.
Bertholemeuw
June 19, 20096:10 amCongratulation, your plugin is really cool.
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November 29, 20094:31 pmI am using about 9 plugin on my blog and this is the first time i have landed on a plugin developer's blog. Well, keep up the good work and thanks for the plugins.
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December 26, 200910:22 amNice plugin dude. Add another download there in your stats. I will come back for updates. Thanks.
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December 29, 20094:54 pmNice and cool plugin. because of guys like you, we are able to deliver the best we can with ease. Thanks a ton.
Naturalpills
January 18, 20103:38 pmNever intend to reach that number, though it's good 10000
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February 12, 20101:07 pmDownloaded! Dude really nice info you have here!
Dog Trainer
February 15, 20101:46 pmWhen a plugin is good, many downloaders will come!!google will promote it!
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February 15, 20101:47 pmGreat , i searched the source and it,s great!