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How do I add a widget to WordPress?

Last updated on September 25, 2022 @ 12:18 am

Adding a widget to WordPress is easy. First, find the widget you want to add. There are many available, including ones for weather, social media, and even search engines. Next, open the widget’s plugin file in a text editor.

PRO TIP: Adding a widget to WordPress can be done in a few simple steps. However, it is important to remember that widgets can be very dangerous if not used correctly. Widgets can easily add malicious code to your site which can wreak havoc on your server and could potentially lead to data loss. Therefore, it is important to only add widgets from trusted sources and to always back up your site before adding any new widget.

Here, you’ll find the code that tells WordPress how to display the widget. All you need to do is add the widget’s code to your WordPress site’s header or footer.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.