Jetpack
3M+ active installs · Rated 3.7/5 · Updated October 12, 2026
A multi-purpose suite from Automattic that bundles many site tools under one account. It covers security features such as backups, a web application firewall and malware scanning, plus statistics, a content delivery network, social sharing and a simple contact form block. It suits owners who prefer one connected package. The core plugin is free, with paid plans for advanced modules.
Pros
- Many modules in one plugin, each switched on separately
- Brute-force protection and an image CDN without extra services
- Contact form with Akismet spam checks and entries kept in admin
Cons
- Needs a WordPress.com connection to work fully
- Usage tracking runs once the site is connected, with no separate toggle found
- Paid plans gate some features, such as multi-step forms
Topics: Facebook plugins , Form plugins , Gallery plugins , Mobile plugins , Security plugins , SEO plugins , Social Sharing plugins
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