Hover Preview
Hover Preview enhances your WordPress website by displaying a small website preview when users hover over a link. It utilizes the PagePeeker service to generate the previews, making it easier for users to get a sneak…
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- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.7 (latest is 7.1)
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Rankings
Where Hover Preview stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| hover | >100 |
| link preview | >100 |
| preview | >100 |
| website preview | >100 |
About Hover Preview
From the official readme · v1.1Description
Hover Preview enhances your WordPress website by displaying a small website preview when users hover over a link.
It utilizes the PagePeeker service to generate the previews, making it easier for users to get a sneak peek of the linked website.
Features
- Automatically displays a preview of the linked website when hovering over a link.
- Easily configure the API key for the PagePeeker service.
- Lightweight and responsive design.
- Free to use with the PagePeeker unbranded plan.
How to Get Started
- Install and activate the plugin.
- Navigate to “Settings > Hover Preview” in the WordPress admin dashboard.
- Enter your PagePeeker API key. If you don’t have one, sign up for a free unbranded plan here:
https://pagepeeker.com/signup/unbranded/. - Save the settings and enjoy!
Installation
- Download the plugin zip file.
- Upload the zip file through the “Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin” section in the WordPress admin dashboard.
- Activate the plugin.
- Configure the API key under “Settings > Hover Preview.”
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get a PagePeeker API key?
You can sign up for a free unbranded API key at PagePeeker: https://pagepeeker.com/signup/unbranded/.
Can I customize the preview size?
The current version does not support custom preview sizes. This feature may be added in a future release.
Changelog
Please update to 1.1 to configure your API key directly from the WordPress admin settings panel.
1.1
- Added an admin settings page for configuring the API key.
- Included a helper link to guide users on obtaining a free API key.
1.0
- Initial release with basic hover preview functionality.
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FAQ
Hover Preview: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 27, 2026
Is Hover Preview free?
Yes. Hover Preview is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Hover Preview safe to use in 2026?
Hover Preview shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Hover Preview?
Hover Preview is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 801 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 33 times in the last 30 days.
Does Hover Preview work with WordPress 7.1?
Hover Preview is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Hover Preview need?
Hover Preview requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Hover Preview last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on January 27, 2025 (2 years ago).
Who makes Hover Preview?
Hover Preview is developed and maintained by Oleksiy Lavrynenko.
What are the best alternatives to Hover Preview?
The most popular alternatives to Hover Preview are Easy Footnotes (8K+ installs), Extensions for Leaflet Map (3K+ installs) and Secondary Product Image for… (2K+ installs).
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