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Fan Page Widget by ThemeNcode

By Abdul Awal Uzzal

Community & Social / Comments & Discussions

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Fan Page Widget by ThemeNcode Review - In-Depth Analysis

Display a Facebook Fan page like box on your site. Simple setup with no app creation required.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.83/10

User Rating

4.4/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

3 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

The Facebook Fan Page widget allows you to display a Facebook Fan page like box in any widget area of your WordPress site. You can easily set the Facebook Page URL, width, height, and other options for customization.

The best part is that you do not need to create any Facebook application. Just install the plugin, enter your page URL, and you are good to go!

This plugin also includes a shortcode, [themencode-fb-page-widget], which you can use anywhere on your WordPress site. Enjoy the simplicity and functionality of this widget.

Comparing to Alternatives

Fan Page Widget by ThemeNcode is a straightforward Facebook fan page plugin with several alternatives offering similar functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and easy to use interface
Effectively displays Facebook likes and recommendations
Good user satisfaction with high positive ratings
Lightweight and focused on core functionality

Weaknesses

No pro version or advanced premium features
Has had a low-severity security vulnerability in the past
Limited customization options compared to some alternatives
Relies solely on Facebook integration without extra social features

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star reviews and only one low rating, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness.

Positive highlights

'It's so simple and easy to use.' — forkanhossain
'Really good plugin for facebook likes and recommendations.' — danybr0
'Really Helpful Plugin.' — oscardstephens

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Past low-severity stored XSS vulnerability fixed in version 2.1
Lack of advanced features or customization options

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, no-frills Facebook fan page widget that is easy to set up and use without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Those requiring extensive customization, additional social media integrations, or premium support might find this plugin limiting.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic Facebook fan page display functionality with ease of use and essential features.

Final Verdict

Fan Page Widget by ThemeNcode is a reliable and user-friendly plugin that excels in simplicity and core Facebook fan page display features. It has garnered positive user feedback for its ease of use and effectiveness, making it a solid choice for users who want straightforward functionality without complexity.

However, it lacks advanced customization and premium features, and users should be aware of a past low-severity security vulnerability that has since been fixed. Those needing more robust options or enhanced security features might consider exploring the available alternatives.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Fan Page Widget by ThemeNcode plugin.

Facebook Like Box

Facebook Page Plugin

Fan Page Widget

Screenshots

FAQ

There are 2 ways to show Facebook Like Box on your wordpress site:

A. To display as widget:

Go To Widgets page and drag Facebook Fan Page Widget to an Widget area.
Select the options and Save
The Widget will be showed on your website!

B. To Display with shortcode:

Click here to go to shortcode generator
Put your information in the fields and click on Generate shortcode button below.
Copy the shortcode that you’ll get in a textarea below the button
Paste it on any page/post of your wordpress site!