# Shortcode Widget

> Shortcode Widget has 10K+ active installs, a 4.9/5 rating from 34 reviews and 1.6K downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 69/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Shortcode Widget is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10K+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.

**Adds a text-like widget that allows you to write shortcode in it.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10K+
- **Total downloads:** 441,531
- **Downloads (30 days):** 1,585 (+10.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.9/5 from 34 reviews
- **Health score:** 69/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.5.3
- **Last updated:** Mar 22, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.3+, PHP 5.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Gagan Deep Singh (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/gagan0123/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/shortcode-widget/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | #22 | 1,376 |
| [widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/widget/) | #27 | 2,304 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| shortcode | #2 | 10,000 |
| widget | #17 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.5: 96.9%
- Other: 3.1%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Shortcodes Ultimate – Content Elements](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortcodes-ultimate/) | 400K+ | 4.9/5 (5,925) | Sep 25, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 2 | [MW WP Form](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mw-wp-form/) | 200K+ | 4.2/5 (23) | Aug 27, 2026 | 59/100 |
| 3 | [Shortcoder — Create Shortcodes for Anything](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortcoder/) | 100K+ | 4.9/5 (227) | Sep 14, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 4 | [Display Posts – Easy lists, grids, navigation, and more](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/display-posts-shortcode/) | 80K+ | 4.8/5 (164) | Oct 14, 2024 | 51/100 |
| 5 | [Better Font Awesome](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/better-font-awesome/) | 60K+ | 4.5/5 (88) | Sep 10, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 6 | [Column Shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/column-shortcodes/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (134) | Oct 11, 2022 | 47/100 |
| 7 | [eRecht24 Legal Texts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/erecht24/) | 50K+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 23, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 8 | [Shortcode in Menus](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortcode-in-menus/) | 50K+ | 4.7/5 (82) | Feb 10, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 9 | [Advanced iFrame](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advanced-iframe/) | 40K+ | 4.4/5 (54) | Sep 23, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 10 | [Insert Pages](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/insert-pages/) | 30K+ | 4.8/5 (71) | Jun 19, 2026 | 75/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Shortcode Widget free?
Yes. Shortcode Widget is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Shortcode Widget safe to use in 2026?
Shortcode Widget is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10K+ sites, is rated 4.9/5 and was last updated 6 months ago, and scores 69/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Shortcode Widget?
Shortcode Widget is active on 10K+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 441,531 times since it launched in February 2013. It was downloaded 1,585 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Shortcode Widget work with WordPress 7.1?
Shortcode Widget 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 Shortcode Widget need?
Shortcode Widget requires PHP 5.6 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Shortcode Widget last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.3, was released on March 22, 2026 (6 months ago).

### Who makes Shortcode Widget?
Shortcode Widget is developed and maintained by Gagan Deep Singh.

### What are the best alternatives to Shortcode Widget?
The most popular alternatives to Shortcode Widget are Shortcodes Ultimate (400K+ installs), MW WP Form (200K+ installs) and Shortcoder (100K+ installs).


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