Description
At a glance
Typing Effect v1.3.7 is a free WordPress plugin with 10K+ active installs, 4.3/5 rating from 28 reviews, updated October 26, 2023, requires WordPress 3.5+. Download the latest GPL version below — free, with live demo included.
This plugin is no longer be supported from v1.3.6.
Typing Effect allows you to generate a shortcode that will ‘type out’ words on to a page or post, in a widget or directly in a theme or template file. The plugin is based on the Typed.js typing animation script by Matt Boldt.
Simply add your words or sentences, click ‘Generate Shortcode’ and copy and paste the shortcode into a page, post or text widget.
You can also configure settings such as how quickly the typing effect takes place, delays before starting or backspacing, set the animation to loop repeatedly or randomise the order your words or sentences are typed out and deleted.
To view a demo of the original animation click here
Frequently asked questions
What is Typing Effect?
Typing Effect is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.3.7. It is active on over 10K websites.
Is Typing Effect free to download?
Yes — Typing Effect 1.3.7 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 4.3 out of 5 based on 28 reviews.
How do I install Typing Effect 1.3.7?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Typing Effect?
Typing Effect 1.3.7 requires WordPress 3.5 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Typing Effect last updated?
Version 1.3.7 was last updated on October 26, 2023. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Typing Effect download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.3.7
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.3.7 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | October 26, 2023 |
| Active installs | 10,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★☆ 4.3/5 (28 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 3.5 or higher |
| Author | 93digital |
| Tags | animated-typing-effect, typewriter-effect, typing-effect-plugin |
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