Awesomesauce Blocks
Awesomesauce blocks for your WordPress website with ultra lightweight codes and extraterrestrial design! (ﾉ◕ヮ◕)ﾉ*:･ﾟ✧
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Awesomesauce Blocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Awesomesauce Blocks stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| blocks | >100 |
| particle effects | #49 |
| qr code | >100 |
| text effects | >100 |
| Typewriter | #30 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About Awesomesauce Blocks
From the official readme · v1.0Description
Bring a splash of creativity to your WordPress site with Awesomesauce Blocks! Transform your content with unique blocks that defy the ordinary. From dazzling text effects and mesmerizing particle animations to cutting-edge data blocks, this plugin is your gateway to a website that stands out. 🚀✨
Features:
– CSS Text Effects: Ultra-lightweight effects using just HTML and CSS! Create captivating text animations effortlessly.
– JS Text Effects: From the Matrix effect to text shuffling and typewriter animations, explore a range of dynamic text effects.
– Particle Effects: Add visual flair with effects like Bokeh, Crystals, Snow, Space travel and more.
– Clocks: Display time with style using Analog, Neon, Text and other innovative clock designs.
– Data Blocks: Showcase information with unique blocks for Barcode, Braille, Maxi code, Morse code and QR code.
JavaScript Libraries
The non-minified versions of all JavaScript library files used in Awesomesauce Blocks are publicly available on GitHub: Awesomesauce Blocks GitHub Repository. Additionally, the minified JS files included in the plugin contain comments with links to their original, non-minified versions for reference.
Installation
Automatic Installation
- Go to your WordPress admin dashboard.
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New.
- Search for Awesomesauce Blocks.
- Click Install Now and activate the plugin.
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin ZIP file.
- Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload.
- Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now.
- Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress.
Frequently asked questions
1. How do I use Awesomesauce Blocks?
Once activated, enter the WordPress left admin menu’s Awesomesauce menupoint -> Add New. There you’ll find a range of exciting blocks. Choose one of them and configure its settings. When the block is done, press Save. Copy the block’s shortcode from the right sidebar, and paste it into one of your WordPress pages or posts.
2. Where can I get support?
For any questions or support, please visit our support page.
3. Where is the documentation?
You can reach the documentation on this link.
Changelog
1.0 – 2024-12-17
- Initial release. Prepare yourself to have a supercool website!
Screenshots
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FAQ
Awesomesauce Blocks: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 10, 2026
Is Awesomesauce Blocks free?
Yes. Awesomesauce Blocks is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Awesomesauce Blocks safe to use in 2026?
Awesomesauce Blocks shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 9 months ago, and scores 38/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Awesomesauce Blocks?
Awesomesauce Blocks is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 727 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.
Does Awesomesauce Blocks work with WordPress 7.1?
Awesomesauce Blocks is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Awesomesauce Blocks need?
Awesomesauce Blocks requires PHP 7.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Awesomesauce Blocks last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on January 9, 2026 (9 months ago).
Who makes Awesomesauce Blocks?
Awesomesauce Blocks is developed and maintained by Ѧwesomə Pøssum ❤️.
What are the best alternatives to Awesomesauce Blocks?
The most popular alternatives to Awesomesauce Blocks are Spectra Legacy (1M+ installs), Kadence Blocks (600K+ installs) and Extendify (500K+ installs).
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