# TW Shortcodes

> TW Shortcodes has 10+ active installs and 65 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** TW Shortcodes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

**Building complex page layouts with buttons, icons and pricing tables typically requires lots of experience with html, css, php and the WordPress template hierarchy. Use this plugin to whip up fancy looking page designs…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,040
- **Downloads (30 days):** 65 (+20.4% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.1
- **Last updated:** Oct 23, 2016
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.6.30
- **Requires:** WordPress 3.6+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** lvraa (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/lvraa/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/tw-shortcodes/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/buttons/) | #67 | 83 |
| [grid](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/grid/) | #95 | 140 |
| [icons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/icons/) | >100 | 163 |
| [shortcode](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcode/) | >100 | 1,404 |
| [shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/shortcodes/) | >100 | 203 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| buttons | >100 | 10,000 |
| grid | >100 | 4,279 |
| icons | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcode | >100 | 10,000 |
| shortcodes | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Edit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-edit/) | 40K+ | 4/5 (159) | Oct 15, 2018 | 43/100 |
| 2 | [Sticky Side Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sticky-side-buttons/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (40) | Jul 2, 2025 | 48/100 |
| 3 | [Qty Increment Buttons for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/qty-increment-buttons-for-woocommerce/) | 9K+ | 5/5 (319) | Aug 21, 2020 | 46/100 |
| 4 | [Easy Media Download](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-media-download/) | 9K+ | 4/5 (28) | Aug 23, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 5 | [PixCodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/pixcodes/) | 8K+ | 4/5 (1) | Aug 13, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 6 | [Superb Social Media Share Buttons and Follow Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/superb-social-share-and-follow-buttons/) | 6K+ | 4.4/5 (11) | Jan 21, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 7 | [Lead Call Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lead-call-buttons/) | 5K+ | 4.5/5 (12) | Jan 5, 2021 | 39/100 |
| 8 | [Button Generator – Easily Create Custom Buttons with Icons and Analytics](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/button-generation/) | 4K+ | 4.3/5 (18) | Sep 18, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 9 | [Bootstrap Shortcodes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bootstrap-shortcodes/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (23) | Mar 10, 2026 | 61/100 |
| 10 | [Floating Button – Easily Create Sticky, Fixed & Floating Buttons](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/floating-button/) | 4K+ | 3/5 (15) | Aug 25, 2026 | 61/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is TW Shortcodes safe to use in 2026?
TW Shortcodes shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 10 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use TW Shortcodes?
TW Shortcodes is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,040 times since it launched in October 2016. It was downloaded 65 times in the last 30 days.

### Does TW Shortcodes work with WordPress 7.1?
TW Shortcodes is officially tested up to WordPress 4.6.30, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was TW Shortcodes last updated?
The latest version, 1.1, was released on October 23, 2016 (10 years ago).

### Who makes TW Shortcodes?
TW Shortcodes is developed and maintained by lvraa.

### What are the best alternatives to TW Shortcodes?
The most popular alternatives to TW Shortcodes are WP Edit (40K+ installs), Sticky Side Buttons (10K+ installs) and Qty Increment Buttons for W… (9K+ installs).


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