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Selection Sharer by Hans van Gent

By jcvangent

Marketing & Advertising / Social Media Marketing

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Selection Sharer by Hans van Gent Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enable easy sharing of selected text on social media and via email. Supports Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.94/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 21+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

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

Selection Sharer makes it super easy for your readers to share your content and drive new visitors to your site. With Selection Sharer, any visitor on your website/blog can easily highlight any part of your content and share it immediately on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn or via email. Ultimately, the more your readers share, the more new traffic your site will get.

When a visitor highlights some text on your WordPress website they will be presented by a Medium like popover menu to share their highlighted content. This plugin supports both desktop (with a pop-over) as well as mobile devices (with a pop-under). This plugin is made possible by the excellent work done by @xdamman and is based on his code.

Comparing to Alternatives

Selection Sharer by Hans van Gent stands out in its niche with a straightforward approach to content sharing, making it a unique choice compared to other plugins.

Top alternatives

Highlight and Share – Unobtrusive and Lightweight Content Sharing ( WPS: 6.67)

Strengths

Simple and clean interface
Supports only major social networks for focused sharing
Lightweight and unobtrusive design
Free to use with no hidden costs

Weaknesses

Limited to large social networks only
Lacks advanced customization options
No option to open Facebook sharing in a new window

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from 21 users, the plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive feedback highlighting its simplicity and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

'Does what it says – nice and sweet' (toerning)
'Works perfect.' (Mariela Zárate)
'Works great!' (Mindshare Labs, Inc.)
'Simple and does the job' (chevindu)
'Great' (kokdemir)

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited social network options
No advanced sharing customization
Facebook sharing does not open in a new window

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, lightweight plugin to enable sharing of selected text on major social networks without extra complexity.

Not ideal for

Those needing extensive customization, support for a wide range of social networks, or advanced sharing features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers straightforward selection sharing with support for major social networks, providing excellent value for users wanting simplicity.

Final Verdict

Selection Sharer by Hans van Gent is a highly rated, simple plugin that effectively enables sharing of selected text on major social networks. Its lightweight design and ease of use make it an excellent choice for users who want straightforward functionality without unnecessary features.

While it lacks advanced customization and broader social network support, its free availability and clean performance make it a valuable tool for many. Users requiring more features might consider alternatives, but for simplicity and reliability, this plugin excels.