Frequently Asked Questions

WP Search Insights makes it easy to track all WordPress searches on your site! Simply install the plugin, and it automatically captures search queries, showing you exactly what your visitors are looking for. You’ll get detailed analytics about search terms, trends, and whether users find results – all while keeping data private on your own server. No configuration needed, just install and start gaining valuable insights about your visitors’ search behavior.

Getting started is incredibly simple! Install WP Search Insights from your WordPress dashboard (Plugins > Add New > search for “WP Search Insights”) or download it from wordpress.org. After activation, the plugin starts working immediately – no configuration required. You’ll instantly begin collecting search data that helps you understand what your visitors are looking for.

Yes, WP Search Insights is fully GDPR compliant! We take privacy seriously – all search data stays on your own server, no personal information is collected, and no data is ever sent to external services. The plugin focuses on search terms and patterns rather than individual user data, making it perfect for businesses needing to maintain strict data protection standards while gaining valuable search insights.

Not at all! WP Search Insights is engineered for maximum efficiency, activating only when searches occur. The lightweight design ensures zero impact on your site’s general performance while delivering powerful analytics capabilities. All data processing happens in the background, so your visitors won’t experience any slowdown when using your site’s search functionality.

WP Search Insights provides comprehensive search analytics including: most popular search terms, search trends over time, searches with zero results (helping you identify content gaps), and which pages trigger searches (showing where users need more information). You can export this data, filter by date ranges, and use it to optimize your content strategy. All data is presented in an easy-to-understand dashboard right in your WordPress admin area.