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Better Click To Share (Formerly Better Click To Tweet)

By Ben Meredith

Marketing & Advertising / Social Media Marketing

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Better Click To Share (Formerly Better Click To Tweet) Review - In-Depth Analysis

Better Click To Share allows readers to easily share content on X (formerly Twitter) using styled call-out boxes. It supports shortcodes and blocks for seamless integration.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.78/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 48+ reviews)

Active Installations

6,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Better Click To Share is the most popular plugin for allowing readers to share content on X.com (formerly Twitter). It makes it easy for your readers to share your content using a simple shortcode or block.

Readers are encouraged to share a quote along with a link to your content. You can enhance your sharing experience by adding premium styles with just a few clicks.

If you are using the shortcode method in the classic editor, check out our Power User Guide for tips on customizing your sharing options. Developers and designers can also contribute to the plugin by submitting feature requests or pull requests on our GitHub repository.

Translation for the plugin is managed at the official WordPress translation page, making it accessible to a wider audience.

Comparing to Alternatives

Better Click To Share offers a focused solution for Twitter sharing with several alternatives available that cover broader social sharing needs.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Highly rated with 89.6% five-star reviews indicating strong user satisfaction
Simple and easy to use interface praised by users
Well supported with regular updates and fixes
Specializes in Twitter sharing which can drive targeted traffic
Has a pro version offering additional features

Weaknesses

Known medium severity security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions
Some users report issues with font styling affecting adjacent content
Limited to Twitter sharing focus compared to broader social sharing plugins
Support responsiveness has been questioned by some users

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 4.8 average rating from 48 reviews and a majority of positive feedback, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness for Twitter sharing.

Positive highlights

'Simple & fantastic plugin' - ubart
'Used on all my sites' and 'Well supported and easy to use' - Frank Corso
'Great plugin for sharing' - Olaniyan AbdulGafar
'Easy to use and gets the job done!' - nealumphred
'Love it' - billy47

Common complaints

Plugin did not work as expected for some users
Support was unresponsive to reported issues
Tweet call-out area affected font styling of adjacent paragraphs

Weaknesses

Medium severity CSRF vulnerability fixed only in version 5.10.4
Some compatibility issues affecting content appearance
Limited support responsiveness reported

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward and reliable plugin to enhance Twitter sharing on their WordPress sites will find this plugin very useful, especially those who value simplicity and targeted social sharing.

Not ideal for

Those needing comprehensive social media sharing options beyond Twitter or requiring extensive customization may find this plugin limiting. Users concerned about past security vulnerabilities or requiring rapid support response might consider alternatives.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides essential Twitter sharing functionality with easy setup and usage, suitable for most users.

Pro version

The pro version offers enhanced features such as additional customization options, advanced analytics, and priority support.

Final Verdict

Better Click To Share is a highly rated and user-friendly plugin that excels at facilitating Twitter sharing on WordPress sites. Its simplicity and focused functionality make it a great choice for users wanting to boost Twitter engagement without complexity.

However, users should be aware of a past medium severity security vulnerability that has been addressed and consider their need for broader social sharing features or support responsiveness. Overall, it offers good value, especially with its pro version enhancements.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Better Click To Share (Formerly Better Click To Tweet) plugin.

Click To Social

Twitter

X.com

Screenshots

FAQ

Use the block editor: type /tweet and select the Better Click To Share block, then enter the quote you want readers to share. Or use the shortcode: [bctt tweet="Your shareable quote here."] in the classic editor. The plugin adds a styled box; when readers click, X opens with the quote and a link to your post.