RS Author Info Box
A simple and lightweight widget to display an author's name, profile image, short description, and social media links in any sidebar or widget area.
Use with caution
RS Author Info Box works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 48/100 on our health check.
- Very few reviews so far
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.9 (latest is 7.1)
- Needs PHP 8.1 or newer
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 RS Author Info Box stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| about me widget | #35 |
| Author Profile | #34 |
| author widget | #49 |
| bio widget | #39 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
About RS Author Info Box
From the official readme · v2.2.1Description
RS Author Info Box is a functional WordPress plugin designed to easily display professional author profiles within your website’s sidebar or widget-ready areas. This simple tool empowers website administrators to build trust and connect with readers by giving a face and brief introduction to the content creators.
Key features include:
* Display author name and professional title.
* Include a short biographical description.
* Upload an author profile picture and banner image seamlessly via the WordPress media library.
* Add common social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, Pinterest, Goodreads, Wattpad).
* Option to hide the widget conditionally to suit your theme layouts.
Lightweight and flexible, it simply requires adding the widget to your targeted widget area and configuring the straightforward form.
Installation
- Upload the
rs-author-info-boxfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress.
- Navigate to Appearance > Widgets.
- Drag and drop the “RS Author Info Box” widget to a sidebar or widget area.
- Fill out the author details, upload images via the integrated media uploader, and save.
Frequently asked questions
Does it work with any theme?
Yes, it is designed using standard WordPress widget APIs and should be compatible with most standardly-coded themes.
Can I hide the widget on specific pages?
There is a built-in checkbox within the widget settings to easily hide the box on single post pages if you only want it on the homepage snippet or archives.
Changelog
2.2.1
- Checked compatibility with latest version
2.2.0
- Security and Internationalization code standards update.
- General escaping and sanitization improvements.
- Updated standard Plugin check recommendations including PHP 7.4 compatibility.
2.1.0
- Minor fixes and enhancements.
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RS Author Info Box: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 13, 2026
Is RS Author Info Box free?
Yes. RS Author Info Box is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is RS Author Info Box safe to use in 2026?
RS Author Info Box works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 1K+ sites and was last updated 5 months ago, and scores 48/100 on our health check.
How many websites use RS Author Info Box?
RS Author Info Box is active on 1K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 32,164 times since it launched in March 2022. It was downloaded 358 times in the last 30 days.
Does RS Author Info Box work with WordPress 7.1?
RS Author Info Box 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 RS Author Info Box need?
RS Author Info Box requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was RS Author Info Box last updated?
The latest version, 2.2.1, was released on May 16, 2026 (5 months ago).
Who makes RS Author Info Box?
RS Author Info Box is developed and maintained by RS WP THEMES.
What are the best alternatives to RS Author Info Box?
The most popular alternatives to RS Author Info Box are Easy Profile Widget (400+ installs), Kantbtrue about me (300+ installs) and AH About Widget (10+ installs).
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