SocialCrew Widgets
Embed SocialCrew widgets in WordPress using shortcodes or a Gutenberg block, without pasting script snippets by hand.
Use with caution
SocialCrew Widgets works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where SocialCrew Widgets stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| block-editor | >100 |
| embed | >100 |
| shortcode | >100 |
| sports | >100 |
| widgets | >100 |
About SocialCrew Widgets
From the official readme · v1.2.0Description
SocialCrew Widgets loads the official SocialCrew widget runtime from widgets-api.socialcrew.io when a page contains a widget shortcode or the SocialCrew block.
- Shortcode
[socialcrew_widget]with catalog parameters (type, team, league) or a directspaceid. - Shortcode
[socialcrew_widget_saved]for presets you save under Settings → SocialCrew Widgets. - Gutenberg block SocialCrew Widget to pick a saved preset.
- Settings screen with a shortcode builder, preview in a new window, and saved widget management.
The plugin loads the space catalog from the SocialCrew widgets API (GET /plugin/v1/space-catalog) on the server on demand (when you pick options in the builder, or when a shortcode needs to resolve a space). No setup is required after install—the production API URL and read-only credentials are built into the plugin. Catalog responses are cached briefly in WordPress transients.
External services
This plugin relies on SocialCrew’s hosted widget loader to render widgets in the visitor’s browser.
What the service is: The endpoint https://widgets-api.socialcrew.io/load serves the JavaScript module that powers the widget UI (tables, fixtures, polls, etc.) when your site outputs the plugin shortcode or block.
What data is sent and when: On each page view where a widget is embedded (or when you use the admin preview), the visitor’s browser requests that URL. Typical query parameters are space (the widget identifier), adaptive=true, and optional showHeader. The plugin does not intentionally send WordPress user credentials or private admin data to SocialCrew—only the public widget parameters needed to render the embed.
Documentation (widgets product): SocialCrew Widgets
Terms of Use: https://widgets.socialcrew.io/termos-de-uso
Privacy policy: https://widgets.socialcrew.io/politica-de-privacidade
Privacy
When a visitor loads a page that embeds a SocialCrew widget, the browser requests a JavaScript module from widgets-api.socialcrew.io. Query parameters may include the widget space id, adaptive=true, and optional showHeader.
On the server, the plugin may call api-v1.widgets.solutions to refresh the read-only space catalog (type/team/league to space id). That request uses credentials embedded in the plugin package; visitors never see those credentials.
The plugin does not send your WordPress user data to SocialCrew by default. Site administrators configure widgets in wp-admin; only public widget parameters are used in the front-end script URL.
For questions about data processed by SocialCrew’s servers, refer to the External services section above, the privacy policy at widgets.socialcrew.io/politica-de-privacidade, and the terms at widgets.socialcrew.io/termos-de-uso.
Installation
- Upload the
socialcrew-widgetsfolder to/wp-content/plugins/, or upload the ZIP via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen.
- Go to Settings → SocialCrew Widgets to build shortcodes or save widgets.
- Place
[socialcrew_widget ...]or[socialcrew_widget_saved id="..."]in a post or page, or insert the SocialCrew Widget block.
Frequently asked questions
Does this plugin work without an internet connection?
No. The widget script is loaded from https://widgets-api.socialcrew.io/load when the shortcode or block output is present on the page.
Where are saved widgets stored?
In the WordPress database, option socialcrew_widgets_saved_presets. They are removed if you uninstall the plugin (see uninstall handler).
Can I use a custom loader URL?
Not in this version; the loader URL is fixed to the SocialCrew production endpoint.
Changelog
Settings page opens faster: space catalog options load as you choose type, league, and match.
1.2.0
- Settings builder: load space catalog progressively via REST (fast page open; fetch options as you pick type / league / match).
- Avoid embedding the full catalog in the admin page script localization.
- Default league slug:
campeonato-brasileiro. - Shortcode space resolution passes league for match widgets and requests filtered catalog when possible.
1.1.2
- Match widget builder: filter specific matches by round or match date before choosing a game (smaller dropdown for large competitions).
- Sort match options chronologically in the admin picker.
1.1.1
- Fix match filters: use labels.matchMeta from API (league + teams) and infer team slugs from match labels when needed.
- Stop showing all matches when a league/team filter has no metadata yet.
1.1.0
- Match widget builder: choose team or league first, then pick latest/specific match with filtered match lists.
1.0.9
- Fix: refresh catalog labels when cached match names are missing or still show raw match IDs.
1.0.8
- Match widget: specific-match picker shows date and team names from the catalog API instead of raw match IDs.
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FAQ
SocialCrew Widgets: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 28, 2026
Is SocialCrew Widgets free?
Yes. SocialCrew Widgets is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is SocialCrew Widgets safe to use in 2026?
SocialCrew Widgets works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 55/100 on our health check.
How many websites use SocialCrew Widgets?
SocialCrew Widgets is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 437 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 47 times in the last 30 days.
Does SocialCrew Widgets work with WordPress 7.1?
SocialCrew Widgets 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 SocialCrew Widgets need?
SocialCrew Widgets requires PHP 8.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was SocialCrew Widgets last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.0, was released on July 16, 2026 (2 months ago).
Who makes SocialCrew Widgets?
SocialCrew Widgets is developed and maintained by Social Crew.
What are the best alternatives to SocialCrew Widgets?
The most popular alternatives to SocialCrew Widgets are Classic Editor (8M+ installs), Advanced Editor Tools (1M+ installs) and Disable Gutenberg (500K+ installs).
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