Description
At a glance
Looking for Shortcode Widget v1.5.3? It is available here as a free GPL download for WordPress — 10K+ active installs · 4.9/5 rating from 34 reviews · updated March 22, 2026 · requires WordPress 3.3+ & PHP 5.6+.
Adds a text-like widget that allows you to write shortcode in it. (Just whats missing in the default text widget)
To test the widget you can add the widget and use the shortcode “[shortcode_widget_test]”, it will display “It works” on the frontend and this will confirm the widget does work.
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I download Shortcode Widget?
Shortcode Widget 1.5.3 is the latest version. It is a WordPress plugin you can download here free of charge under the GPL license, with the complete feature set included and no trial limitations. It holds a 4.9/5 rating from 34 user reviews.
Does Shortcode Widget cost anything?
No. Shortcode Widget 1.5.3 is 100% free — the full GPL version, not a trial or demo. There are no download limits, no accounts to create, and no upsells during the download.
How do I install Shortcode Widget 1.5.3?
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 Shortcode Widget?
Shortcode Widget 1.5.3 requires WordPress 3.3 or higher and PHP 5.6 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 Shortcode Widget last updated?
Version 1.5.3 was last updated on March 22, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Shortcode Widget 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: 1.5.3
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.5.3 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | March 22, 2026 |
| Active installs | 10,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (34 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 3.3 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 5.6 or higher |
| Author | Gagan Deep Singh |
| Tags | shortcode, widget |
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