Native Social Share
Native Social Share adds a clean and simple share button to your posts — powered by the browser’s native Web Share API with graceful fallbacks for Twitter (X), Facebook, and LinkedIn.
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Native Social Share shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where Native Social Share stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| lightweight | >100 |
| native share | >100 |
| share | >100 |
| social | >100 |
| web share api | >100 |
About Native Social Share
From the official readme · v1.1.0Description
Native Social Share adds a clean and simple share button to your posts — powered by the browser’s native Web Share API with graceful fallbacks for Twitter (X), Facebook, and LinkedIn.
- Automatically adds share buttons below, above, or both positions in posts
- Supports auto dark mode (via
prefers-color-scheme) - No JavaScript dependencies (zero jQuery)
- Lightweight (~5KB including CSS & JS)
- Progressive enhancement: uses native share where available, fallbacks otherwise
This plugin focuses on simplicity, accessibility, and performance. Perfect for modern WordPress themes that prioritize speed and native UX.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later.
You are free to modify and redistribute it under the same license.
Author
Developed by M Khoirul Huda
Website: https://mkhuda.com
GitHub: https://github.com/mkhuda/native-social-share-wp
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/native-social-share/ - Activate the plugin through Plugins → Installed Plugins
- Go to Settings → Native Social Share to configure:
- Position: Above, Below, or Both
- Enabled platforms (Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn)
- Save changes and enjoy native sharing on your posts!
Frequently asked questions
Does it require jQuery or Font Awesome?
No, it’s written in pure PHP and vanilla JavaScript with inline SVG icons.
What happens on unsupported browsers?
When navigator.share isn’t available, the plugin shows fallback links for Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
Is there a shortcode or block?
Not yet — planned for a future update.
Does it support caching and CDNs?
Yes. All assets are static and safe for full-page caching/CDN optimization.
Changelog
Prefix and namespace updates. Now also supports “Both (Above & Below)” position option.
1.1.0 – 2025-10-27
- Updated all function and option prefixes from
nsstonatssh(per WP.org guidelines) - Added PHP namespace
Mkhuda\NativeSocialShare - Added “Both (Above & Below)” position option for more flexibility
- Fixed license declaration mismatch between plugin header and readme
- Improved option migration for smoother upgrade
- Minor code cleanup and standard compliance (PHPCS/WPCS)
1.0.0 – 2025-10-15
- Initial public release
- Native Web Share + fallback links
- Auto Dark Mode support
- Configurable social buttons
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FAQ
Native Social Share: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 20, 2026
Is Native Social Share free?
Yes. Native Social Share is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Native Social Share safe to use in 2026?
Native Social Share shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 12 months ago, and scores 36/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Native Social Share?
Native Social Share is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 376 times since it launched in October 2025. It was downloaded 53 times in the last 30 days.
Does Native Social Share work with WordPress 7.1?
Native Social Share is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.11, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Native Social Share need?
Native Social Share requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Native Social Share last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on October 27, 2025 (12 months ago).
Who makes Native Social Share?
Native Social Share is developed and maintained by M Khoirul Huda.
What are the best alternatives to Native Social Share?
The most popular alternatives to Native Social Share are Fast Smooth Scroll (800+ installs), Lexiata XSlider (600+ installs) and Analytics Head (600+ installs).
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