Active installs
70+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#18706
Peak #18706
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All-time downloads
5.4K
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets currently ranks #18706 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v1.0, shipped on Nov 8, 2010 (5,751 days ago) — release #2 since the plugin joined the directory in 2010.
Ranking history
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Details
| Author | CodeAndReload |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2010-11-08 |
| Added to directory | 2010-11-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 2.9+ |
| Requires PHP | — |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
This plugin provides the option to enable/disable the shortcodes in the default text widgets along with smilies.
Frequently asked questions
Is Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets a free plugin?
Yes — Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets?
WordPress.org reports 70+ active installs.
How popular is Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets?
As of August 6, 2026, Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets ranks #18706 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets last updated?
Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets was last updated on November 8, 2010 (version 1.0). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets?
Allow Shortcodes in Text Widgets is developed by CodeAndReload. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in November 2010.
