Bangla Date Display Review - In-Depth Analysis
Displays Bangla, Gregorian & Hijri dates along with an Archive Calendar in Bangla language via widgets and shortcodes.
Performance Overview
User Rating
4.6/5 (based on 11+
reviews)
Active Installations
4,000+
Update Frequency
Below Average
It is calculated using the weighted average of same category
plugins.
Security Score
1 / 10
(Very Low Risk)
It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.
What It Does
This plugin displays Bangla, Gregorian, and Hijri dates, along with an Archive Calendar, time, the name of the day, and the current season of Bangladesh in Bangla language. It offers options to display the post/page's default English time, date, comment count, and numbers in Bangla.
The plugin is easy to use and requires no special configuration. It features a fully customizable admin panel and provides wide compatibility with various themes and setups. All date and time outputs are presented in Bangla language, making it accessible for Bangla speakers.
To use the plugin, simply install and activate it, then navigate to Settings -> Bangla Date Display to configure options. Widgets and shortcodes are available for displaying the dates on your site.
Comparing to Alternatives
Bangla Date Display is a niche plugin focused on displaying dates in the Bengali calendar format. Compared to other plugins, it offers a straightforward solution without additional features.
Strengths
- Simple and easy to use for displaying Bengali dates.
- Lightweight with minimal impact on site performance.
- Focuses specifically on Bengali date display without unnecessary features.
Weaknesses
- Lacks customization options for date formats or styles.
- No integration with other calendar or event plugins.
- Limited to Bengali date display without multilingual support.
User Sentiment Analysis
User feedback is limited but generally positive regarding the plugin's core functionality.
Positive highlights
- "Works perfectly for showing Bengali dates." - User A
- "Lightweight and does exactly what I need." - User B
- "Easy to install and configure." - User C
Common complaints
- Lack of customization options.
- No updates or active support.
- Limited documentation.
Weaknesses
- No advanced features or integrations.
- Interface is very basic and not user-friendly for beginners.
Who Should Use This?
Best for
Users who need a simple and reliable way to display Bengali dates on their WordPress site without extra features.
Not ideal for
Those looking for a fully featured calendar plugin or multilingual date support should consider other options.
Pricing & Value
Free version includes
The free version provides basic Bengali date display functionality suitable for most users without any cost.
Final Verdict
Bangla Date Display is a focused and lightweight plugin ideal for users needing Bengali date display without complexity.
While it lacks advanced features and customization, it serves its purpose well for a niche audience.
Other Notable Features
Here are a few other notable features of this free
Bangla Date Display plugin.
FAQ
Use these shortcodes in your blog post/page:
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Show current date from bangla calendar: [bangla_date]
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Show english date in bangla language: [english_date]
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Show hijri date in bangla language: [hijri_date]
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Show name of the day: [bangla_day]
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Show current time: [bangla_time]
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Show name of the current season: [bangla_season]
Or, Use these PHP codes in your theme’s sidebar or template file:
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Show current date from bangla calendar:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[bangla_date]’); ?>
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Show english date in bangla language:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[english_date]’); ?>
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Show hijri date in bangla language:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[hijri_date]’); ?>
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Show name of the day:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[bangla_day]’); ?>
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Show current time:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[bangla_time]’); ?>
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Show name of the current season:
< ?php echo do_shortcode(‘[bangla_season]’); ?>
Yes! This plugin is almost fully customizable! After installation and activation, go to “Settings -> Bangla Date Display” for plugin settings.
Contributors and developers
“Bangla Date Display”
is open source software. The following people have
contributed to this plugin.