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You can have great features and reliable support, but if someone hasn\u2019t heard of you before, they will still hesitate to click \u201cInstall\u201d or \u201cBuy.\u201dThat\u2019s why I recommend showing real WordPress.org reviews and ratings directly on your own website. Seeing authentic feedback from existing users can help new visitors feel confident about choosing your plugin or theme. It\u2019s a simple addition that can instantly boost credibility and conversions.In this guide, I\u2019ll show you how to display live WordPress.org plugin and theme reviews on your site \u2014 no coding required. Why Embed WordPress.org Reviews on Your WordPress Website?Showing your WordPress.org reviews on your website is one of the easiest ways to get more installs and sales for your plugin or theme.People trust what other users say more than any marketing message. So, when visitors see real ratings and feedback from WordPress.org right on your site, it reassures them that your product is legitimate. Plus, they don\u2019t have to leave your website to check the reviews because the proof is right there. That means visitors stay longer on your site, which can lead to more pageviews and engagement.Here are other ways that embedding WordPress.org reviews can help you:Builds instant trust \u2014 Real reviews show that others already use and love your product. This can convince them to click \u201cInstall\u201d or \u201cBuy\u201d.Highlights your strengths \u2014 Reviews often mention ease of use, support quality, or performance (things that persuade new users).Keeps social proof fresh \u2014 Reviews update automatically, showing visitors your product is active and reliable.Now, I\u2019ll walk you through how to show WordPress.org plugin and theme reviews on your site. Here\u2019s everything I\u2019ll cover in this guide:Step 1: Install and Activate Smash Balloon\u2019s Reviews Feed ProFor this tutorial, I\u2019ll use the Smash Balloon Reviews Feed plugin. This is the best WordPress product review plugin because it lets you easily display reviews from lots of different sites, like WordPress.org, right on your own website.At adrimadise\u00f1o, our team has extensively tested the plugin\u2019s entire feature set. You can see our full results in our in-depth Smash Balloon review.First, you\u2019ll need to sign up for Reviews Feed Pro from the Smash Balloon website. Just click on the \u2018Get Started\u2019 button and follow the signup process to create an account. \ud83d\udca1\u00a0Note:\u00a0You\u2019ll need the Smash Balloon Reviews Feed\u2018s Elite\u00a0plan or the All Access Bundle to embed WordPress.org reviews. This is because connecting to specialized sources like WordPress.org requires the plugin\u2019s more advanced features.Once you\u2019ve purchased a license, go ahead and copy your Elite license key from your Smash Balloon account dashboard or the email you received when you signed up. Then, let\u2019s head to Plugins \u00bb Add New Plugin from your WordPress admin area to install the free Smash Balloon Reviews Feed plugin. We\u2019ll start by installing the free version of the plugin, and then use your license key to unlock the pro features.On the next screen, you can use the search feature to quickly find Smash Balloon Reviews Feed. In the search results, click \u2018Install Now\u2019 and then \u2018Activate.\u2019 If you need help, you can see our complete guide on how to install a WordPress plugin.After activation, you\u2019ll see a new \u2018Reviews Feed\u2019 menu item in your WordPress admin.In the \u2018Settings\u2019 section, simply enter your license key and click \u2018Install Pro\u2019 to unlock all the Reviews Feed Pro premium features.Step 2: Create a New Review FeedNow it\u2019s time to set up your first review feed.Navigate to Reviews Feed \u00bb All Feeds in your WordPress dashboard and click the \u2018Add New\u2019 button. This will open the feed creation wizard, which will guide you through connecting to WordPress.org.From here, you can see that the plugin supports multiple review platforms, including Google, Facebook, and Yelp. But for this tutorial, I\u2019m focusing specifically on WordPress.org plugin and theme reviews.So, from the list of available review sources, let\u2019s select \u2018WordPress.org\u2019 and click \u2018Next\u2019.The setup wizard will now prepare to connect your feed to WordPress.org\u2019s review system.This connection allows the plugin to automatically pull in fresh reviews from any WordPress.org plugin or theme page that you specify.Step 3: Add Your WordPress.org Plugin or Theme as a SourceTo connect your review feed to specific WordPress.org reviews, you\u2019ll need to provide the URL of the plugin or theme with the reviews you want to display.You can open a new browser tab and navigate to the WordPress.org page for your chosen plugin or theme.Let\u2019s say you want to show reviews for a contact form plugin.Simply go to that plugin\u2019s official WordPress.org page and copy the complete URL from your browser\u2019s address bar.For example, the correct URL for the WPForms plugin is\u00a0https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/wpforms-lite\/. Make sure you copy the link from the main page, not from the reviews or support tabs.This specific web address is like a map pointer, telling the plugin exactly where to find the right reviews for your product.You can now return to your WordPress dashboard, paste the URL into the \u2018Page URL\u2019 field, and then click \u2018Finish\u2019.\ud83e\uddd1\u200d\ud83d\udcbb Pro Tip: The process works exactly the same whether you\u2019re displaying plugin or theme reviews. Just make sure you\u2019re copying the URL from the correct WordPress.org page.Once connected, Reviews Feed Pro will automatically sync with WordPress.org to pull in the latest reviews for your chosen plugin or theme.This ensures your displayed reviews stay current without any manual updates needed.From here, just click \u2018Next\u2019 to start customizing your reviews feed.Step 4: Customize Your Reviews FeedReviews Feed Pro automatically generates a feed that matches your website\u2019s existing design, but you can customize it to fit your needs.You can start by selecting from the available pre-built templates. These templates provide different layouts and styling options that work well with most WordPress themes.After that, click \u2018Next\u2019 to continue.On the next screen, you\u2019ll see the visual customizer, where you can adjust your feed\u2019s appearance.Here, you can modify the header section, button styles, and individual review elements like star ratings and user avatars. Every change you make appears instantly in the live preview panel on the right side of your screen.For example, if you go to the \u2018Layout\u2019 section, you can choose between 3 main layout styles:List \u2013 Reviews stacked verticallyMasonry \u2013 Pinterest-style gridCarousel \u2013 Sliding reviewsDon\u2019t worry if you\u2019re not sure which one to choose, because you can see how it looks in the preview.Next, one of my favorite features is the filtering system in the \u2018Settings\u2019 tab.It lets you filter reviews by star rating to show only 4-5 star reviews, or use keyword filtering to display reviews that mention specific terms. There\u2019s even a banned words filter to exclude reviews containing specific phrases.For complete control, you can manually moderate which reviews appear on your WordPress site.This is especially helpful if you want to curate the most relevant and helpful reviews for your audience. For instance, you can use it to highlight reviews that discuss a specific feature you want to promote or mention your excellent customer support.Step 5: Display the Reviews on Your WebsiteWhen you\u2019re satisfied with your feed\u2019s appearance, click the \u2018Embed\u2019 button in the top-right corner of the customizer. This opens your embedding options.You have three ways to display your reviews:Add to a Page\u00a0lets you embed reviews directly into any existing post or page. This is perfect for product pages or detailed plugin reviews.Add to a Widget\u00a0allows you to show reviews in your sidebar, footer, or any other widget area. This works well for displaying testimonials site-wide.Copy Shortcode\u00a0gives you a shortcode that you can paste anywhere on your site. This option provides the most flexibility for custom placements.For this example, let\u2019s add reviews to a page \u2013 choose \u2018Add to a Page.\u2019Then, you\u2019ll select the page where you want the reviews to appearYour home page is a good start. It can use a simple list of positive reviews to create a strong first impression of trust and reliability.So, let\u2019s select the home page from the list and click the \u2018Add\u2019 button.Next, in the content editor, you can click the \u2018+\u2019 button to add the Reviews Feed block.Go ahead and use the search bar to quickly find the block.Once you add the Reviews Feed block, you\u2019ll immediately see the preview in the editor.From here, you can move around this block to any position on your page using the standard WordPress block editor controls.When you\u2019re happy with everything, hit \u2018Save\u2019 or \u2018Update\u2019 to publish your page.Your WordPress.org reviews are now live and will automatically update as new reviews are posted to the original plugin or theme page.How to Maximize Conversions From WordPress.org ReviewsDisplaying your WordPress.org reviews in the right place can make a big difference in how many people install or buy your plugin or theme.Here are some of the best places you can add your WordPress.org plugin or theme reviews:\ud83d\udcb0 Sales and product pages: Placing glowing reviews right next to your \u2018Buy Now\u2019 button can be the final nudge a potential customer needs. It helps justify the price by showing that other happy customers have already chosen your product. \ud83e\udde9 Landing pages: When someone visits a page about a specific plugin or theme, showing reviews right away builds instant trust and helps turn interest into action.\ud83d\uded2 Checkout pages: Even a small reviews widget with 4\u20135 star reviews can calm last-minute doubts and reduce cart abandonment.I\u2019ve found that pages with well-placed reviews convert better. The key is to show the right reviews on the right pages, based on what your visitors are looking for and where they are in the buying process.Frequently Asked Questions About Showing WordPress.org ReviewsHere are a few questions that readers often ask me about showing WordPress.org reviews on their websites. How do I ensure WordPress.org reviews are updated automatically?Reviews Feed Pro automatically synchronizes with WordPress.org to pull in new reviews as they\u2019re posted. The plugin checks for updates on a regular schedule, so your displayed reviews stay current without you needing to do anything. Can I customize which WordPress.org reviews are shown?Yes, you can filter reviews using several different methods within the Smash Balloon plugin. You can display only reviews above a certain star rating, filter by specific keywords that appear in review text, or use the banned words feature to exclude reviews containing unwanted terms.What should I do if I run into an authorization error with Smash Balloon?Authorization errors typically occur when the WordPress.org URL isn\u2019t properly formatted or the connection has timed out.To fix this, you\u2019ll want to double-check that you\u2019ve copied the complete URL from the plugin or theme\u2019s WordPress.org page. Then, try reconnecting through the Smash Balloon Reviews Feed settings.Are there limits to the number of reviews I can display with Smash Balloon?The plugin doesn\u2019t put strict limits on review numbers, but displaying too many reviews on a single page can slow down your site\u2019s loading speed. I recommend starting with 5-10 reviews per feed and testing your page performance before adding more.Further Reading for Using Reviews and Other Social Proof in WordPressI hope this guide has helped you show WordPress.org plugin or theme reviews on your site. If you found this useful, then you might like our other helpful guides on:If you liked this article, then please subscribe to our\u00a0YouTube Channel\u00a0for WordPress video tutorials. You can also find us on\u00a0Twitter\u00a0and Facebook. 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