GroanDeck Dad Jokes
Embed a dad joke widget on any page or post. Fresh joke on every page load with a "Next joke" button.
Use with caution
GroanDeck Dad Jokes 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 & supportDaily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where GroanDeck Dad Jokes stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| dad jokes | #1 |
| humor | #5 |
| jokes | #2 |
| puns | #1 |
| widget | >100 |
About GroanDeck Dad Jokes
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Add a dad joke widget to your WordPress site in seconds. The widget displays a random joke from GroanDeck’s collection of 2,000+ clean, family-friendly dad jokes.
Features:
- Fresh joke on every page load
- “Next joke” button for endless entertainment
- Light and dark themes
- Filter by category (animals, food, science, work, and more)
- Gutenberg block + classic shortcode
- Lightweight — under 4 KB
- No API key required
Usage:
Use the Gutenberg block (search for “GroanDeck”) or the shortcode:
[groandeck]
With options:
[groandeck theme="dark" category="animals"]
Categories available:
animals, back-to-school, books, cars, christmas, clothing, coffee, construction, easter, family, food, gardening, halloween, history, love, math, medical, money, music, nature, ocean, one-liners, puns, school, science, space, sports, technology, thanksgiving, travel, valentines, work.
External services
This plugin relies on the GroanDeck service (https://groandeck.com) to display dad jokes.
What the service does
GroanDeck provides a free API and embeddable widget that serves random dad jokes.
How the plugin uses it
- On every page load where the widget is placed, the plugin loads a JavaScript file from
https://groandeck.com/widget.js. - That script fetches a random joke from the GroanDeck API (
https://groandeck.com/api/v1/random). - When a visitor clicks “Next joke”, the script fetches another joke from the same API.
What data is sent
Standard HTTP request data (IP address, user agent, referrer) is sent with each API call. No personal data, cookies, or tracking identifiers are transmitted.
Links
- Service: https://groandeck.com
- Terms of Service: https://groandeck.com/terms
- Privacy Policy: https://groandeck.com/privacy
Installation
- Upload the
groandeck-dad-jokesfolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Add the block or shortcode to any page or post
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an API key?
No. The widget works out of the box with no configuration.
Can I customize the appearance?
Yes. Use theme="dark" for dark mode. The widget automatically adapts to a max-width of 400px.
How often do jokes change?
A new joke loads on every page view. Visitors can also click “Next joke” to see more.
Is this free?
Yes, completely free. No premium version, no limits.
Changelog
WordPress 7.0 compatibility (Block API v3). Now requires WordPress 6.3+ and PHP 7.4+.
1.0.1
- Block now uses Block API version 3 for compatibility with the iframed editor in WordPress 7.0.
- Tested up to WordPress 7.0.
- Raised minimum requirements to WordPress 6.3 and PHP 7.4.
1.0.0
- Initial release
- Gutenberg block support
- Shortcode support
- Light/dark themes
- Category filtering
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.
Best GroanDeck Dad Jokes alternatives
All dad jokes plugins →| Rank | Plugin | Active installs |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dad Jokes Generator
Display a random dad joke on your WordPress site with a simple shortcode.
|
<10 |
FAQ
GroanDeck Dad Jokes: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 5, 2026
Is GroanDeck Dad Jokes free?
Yes. GroanDeck Dad Jokes is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is GroanDeck Dad Jokes safe to use in 2026?
GroanDeck Dad Jokes 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 GroanDeck Dad Jokes?
GroanDeck Dad Jokes is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 453 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 60 times in the last 30 days.
Does GroanDeck Dad Jokes work with WordPress 7.1?
GroanDeck Dad Jokes 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 GroanDeck Dad Jokes need?
GroanDeck Dad Jokes requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was GroanDeck Dad Jokes last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on May 26, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes GroanDeck Dad Jokes?
GroanDeck Dad Jokes is developed and maintained by GroanDeck.
What are the best alternatives to GroanDeck Dad Jokes?
The most popular alternatives to GroanDeck Dad Jokes are Dad Jokes Generator (<10 installs).
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