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Profile Box Shortcode And Widget

By A WP Life

Community & Social / User-Generated Content

Reviewed by Abdul Hameid

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

Profile Box Shortcode And Widget Review - In-Depth Analysis

A simple Facebook like box shortcode and widget plugin for WordPress. It features a mini profile, like button, and share button to enhance user engagement.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.73/10

User Rating

3.7/5 (based on 7+ reviews)

Active Installations

1,000+

Update Frequency

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

This plugin provides an easy and straightforward way to add a Facebook like box widget and shortcode to your WordPress site. You can promote any page with the like box, which is responsive and can be used on any page or post.

The like box helps attract visitors to your page and can divert traffic to your content. To activate the like box widget, go to the widgets area in the admin dashboard, find the 'Like box Widget', and activate it in any theme widget.

For pages and groups, you can select user roles for post sharing, including page owners, group admins, and members. The plugin supports hashtags and mentions in posts. With features like custom application ID, widget title, and various display options, this plugin enhances user engagement and allows for custom feeds and events.

Comparing to Alternatives

Profile Box Shortcode And Widget is a Facebook-like box plugin with several alternatives available that offer similar social media integration features.

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Strengths

Easy to use with all necessary options for displaying Facebook widgets
Includes shortcode functionality for flexible placement
Regular updates to maintain compatibility with WordPress
Simple management and setup process
Offers both widget and shortcode integration

Weaknesses

Lacks responsive design for mobile devices
Includes a hidden backlink to the developer's site without user consent
Limited customization options compared to some alternatives
Has a known security vulnerability fixed only in recent versions

User Sentiment Analysis

With a 3.7 out of 5 rating from 7 users, the plugin receives mixed feedback, with positive reviews highlighting ease of use and functionality, while negative reviews focus on responsiveness issues.

Positive highlights

'Good plugin but contains hidden link (fixed)' - Yakti-R
'Works OK but no shortcode initially, now improved' - jjanthony
'So easy to manage' - ignazio_
'Works good, especially like box with shortcodes' - arvind chaurasiya

Common complaints

Widget is not responsive and does not scale width on mobile devices
Plugin appears outdated in terms of mobile compatibility

Weaknesses

Hidden backlink to developer site without clear user consent
Lack of responsive design limits mobile usability
Security vulnerability (stored XSS) was present before version 1.2.1

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users looking for a straightforward Facebook like box plugin with shortcode support and easy setup who primarily target desktop users.

Not ideal for

Those needing a fully responsive plugin optimized for mobile devices or requiring strict compliance with plugin guidelines regarding hidden links and security.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic Facebook like box display with shortcode and widget support, suitable for most standard uses.

Final Verdict

Profile Box Shortcode And Widget provides a functional and easy-to-use solution for integrating Facebook like boxes with shortcode and widget options. It is well-suited for users who prioritize simplicity and desktop display, but it falls short in mobile responsiveness and has had issues with hidden backlinks and past security vulnerabilities.

While there are several alternatives offering more modern features and better mobile support, this plugin remains a viable choice for those who need basic Facebook integration without additional costs. Users should ensure they use the latest version to avoid security risks and consider alternatives if mobile responsiveness is critical.