GoHeartMe for Creators
Connect your GoHeartMe account, embed support widgets anywhere on your WordPress site, and see your creator metrics directly in the dashboard.
Use with caution
GoHeartMe for Creators works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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 GoHeartMe for Creators stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| creators | >100 |
| donations | >100 |
| goheartme | #1 |
| supporters | #60 |
| widget | >100 |
About GoHeartMe for Creators
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
GoHeartMe is the all-in-one platform for creators to accept hearts (tips), memberships, and digital shop purchases. This plugin brings your GoHeartMe presence into WordPress.
External Service
This plugin connects to the GoHeartMe API (https://goheartme.com) to fetch creator metrics, generate widget images, and authenticate your account. No personal data is sent to GoHeartMe without your explicit action (connecting your account). By using this plugin, you agree to the GoHeartMe Terms of Service (https://goheartme.com/terms) and Privacy Policy (https://goheartme.com/privacy).
youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQw4w9WgXcQ
Features
- One-click connection: authorize your GoHeartMe account from your WordPress dashboard. No manual tokens.
- Support Button widget: display a support button on any post, page, or sidebar using a simple shortcode.
- Goal Tracker widget: show your funding progress live on your site.
- Heart Gift form: embed the full heart-gift form for fans to send hearts directly.
- Live metrics: display total hearts, supporter count, or a full profile card anywhere.
- Dashboard snapshot: see your key metrics (hearts, supporters, raised) right in the WP admin dashboard widget.
- 7 shortcodes: buttons, goal trackers, heart forms, counts, and profile cards with theme and dimension options.
Shortcodes
Shortcode
Description
Example
[goheartme_button]
Standard support button badge
[goheartme_button theme="dark"]
[goheartme_goal]
Goal tracker progress badge
[goheartme_goal title="My Goal"]
[goheartme_gift]
Full heart-gift form (iframe)
[goheartme_gift width="300" height="350"]
[goheartme_hearts]
Total hearts count
[goheartme_hearts]
[goheartme_supporters]
Supporter count
[goheartme_supporters label="fans"]
[goheartme_profile]
Full creator profile card
[goheartme_profile]
All shortcodes accept a username attribute to override the default connected account.
Widget Previews
View live previews of every widget directly in your WordPress dashboard after connecting your account. No guesswork: see exactly what your audience will see.
Installation
- Upload the
goheartme-for-creatorsfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen
- Go to GoHeartMe → Settings in your WordPress admin
- Click Connect to GoHeartMe and authorize your account
- Use shortcodes to embed widgets on your site
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GoHeartMe account?
Yes. Sign up for free at https://goheartme.com to create your creator profile. The plugin walks you through account creation if you don't have one yet.
Do the widgets require JavaScript?
The button and goal widgets are static badge images (no JS). The heart gift form uses an iframe for the interactive experience.
Can I use this with any WordPress theme?
Yes. All widgets use shortcodes that work with any theme. Inline styles keep the widgets looking consistent.
How do I display hearts on a page?
Use the [goheartme_hearts] shortcode anywhere in your content. It shows the total hearts your audience has sent.
Can I change the widget colors?
The support button and goal tracker support theme="dark" and theme="light" attributes.
How often are metrics refreshed?
Metrics are cached for 5 minutes by default. You can adjust the cache duration in GoHeartMe → Settings. The cache also refreshes automatically once daily.
Changelog
Initial release.
1.0.1
- Completely redesigned dashboard with SVG line chart for 30-day hearts trend
- Replaced widget previews with compact quick-link grid
- Moved shortcodes reference table from dashboard to settings page
- Added external service disclosure to readme
- Improved output escaping throughout plugin
- Added nonce verification to connection callback
- Removed inline styles in favor of properly enqueued CSS
- Replaced admin iframe preview with external link
- Removed load_plugin_textdomain() (handled automatically since WP 4.6)
- Sanitized nonce input with sanitize_text_field before wp_verify_nonce
- Sanitized $_GET[‘page’] access
1.0.0
- Initial release
- One-click OAuth account connection
- 7 shortcodes: button, goal tracker, heart gift form, hearts count, supporters count, profile card
- Professional WordPress admin dashboard with live metrics
- Dashboard widget with creator snapshot
- Customizable cache duration
- Dark and light widget themes
- Fully internationalized
For developers
Is this your plugin? Show off the numbers.
Add a live badge to your site, docs or GitHub README. It updates on its own — no account needed.
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FAQ
GoHeartMe for Creators: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
Is GoHeartMe for Creators free?
Yes. GoHeartMe for Creators is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is GoHeartMe for Creators safe to use in 2026?
GoHeartMe for Creators works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.
How many websites use GoHeartMe for Creators?
GoHeartMe for Creators is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 221 times since it launched in June 2026. It was downloaded 48 times in the last 30 days.
Does GoHeartMe for Creators work with WordPress 7.1?
GoHeartMe for Creators is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does GoHeartMe for Creators need?
GoHeartMe for Creators requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was GoHeartMe for Creators last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on June 20, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes GoHeartMe for Creators?
GoHeartMe for Creators is developed and maintained by GoHeartMe.
What are the best alternatives to GoHeartMe for Creators?
The most popular alternatives to GoHeartMe for Creators are Tip Jar WP (200+ installs), MicroPayments (20+ installs) and Adverships Affiliate for Wo… (<10 installs).
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