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WPML Shortcodes

By Mirco Babini

Multilingual & Accessibility / Translation & Multilingual Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WPML Shortcodes Review - In-Depth Analysis

WPML Shortcodes adds shortcodes to the WPML environment, enabling translation-ready functionality for themes and content. It enhances WordPress with wpml__ and wpml_e functions.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.85/10

User Rating

5/5 (based on 5+ reviews)

Active Installations

800+

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

WPML Shortcodes enhances your WordPress site by adding essential shortcodes for the WPML environment. It allows you to make your site fully translation-ready by utilizing the wpml__ and wpml_e functions.

With this plugin, you can easily provide translations using the WPML String Translations admin panel. The plugin supports backward compatibility with previous WPML Translate Shortcode functionalities, ensuring a smooth transition.

Whether you are a developer or a site owner, WPML Shortcodes simplifies the process of integrating multilingual capabilities into your WordPress themes and content.

Comparing to Alternatives

WPML Shortcodes is a specialized plugin with several alternatives available in the multilingual WordPress plugin space, offering various approaches to language management.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Simple and effective shortcode functionality for language switching.
Compatible with Revolution Slider as noted by users.
Maintains full functionality without requiring a pro version.
Highly rated with no reported security vulnerabilities.
Lightweight and focused on a specific multilingual feature.

Weaknesses

Limited to shortcode functionality, lacking broader multilingual features.
No pro version means fewer advanced options or support.
Smaller user base compared to more comprehensive multilingual plugins.
May require pairing with other plugins for full multilingual site management.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a perfect 5-star rating from all reviewers and no negative feedback, user sentiment is overwhelmingly positive for WPML Shortcodes.

Positive highlights

'It was really helpful!' — victormontesdeo
'Thanks for this!' — Jules Colle
'Surprisingly, the plugin is still working !! And I inserted the shortcode into Revolution Slider, and it changes the language there too.' — baraartur
'Language shortcode works!' — M. Dawood

Common complaints

Weaknesses

Limited feature set focused only on shortcodes.
No premium version to access additional features or support.
Smaller community and fewer updates compared to larger multilingual plugins.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who need a straightforward, reliable shortcode solution for language switching within their WordPress site, especially those integrating with sliders or specific content areas.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a full-featured multilingual plugin with translation management, automatic translation, or extensive language options may find this plugin insufficient on its own.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers complete shortcode functionality for language switching without limitations.

Final Verdict

WPML Shortcodes excels as a simple and effective tool for adding language switch shortcodes to WordPress sites, earning perfect user ratings and showing no security concerns. It is especially useful for users who want to integrate language switching into specific content areas like sliders.

However, its narrow focus means it is not a replacement for comprehensive multilingual plugins. Users needing broader translation management or automatic translation should consider other options. Overall, it provides excellent value for its intended purpose with no cost barrier.