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WordPress status page widget plugin

Free WordPress status page widget plugin for StatusPage.me – embed your hosted status page with a Gutenberg block or shortcode, no custom code required.

Works with the WordPress Site Editor, block editor and classic editor. Free to use with any StatusPage.me account.

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What does the WordPress status widget do?

A powerful, user-friendly WordPress plugin that brings your StatusPage.me widget to your site with zero configuration hassle.

The StatusPage Widget Plugin brings your StatusPage.me status page widget directly into WordPress. Whether you're using Gutenberg's block editor, the Site Editor or the classic editor, you can seamlessly embed live status information where your users already are.

No coding or API keys required. Install, activate, and drop the widget into your status page, help center, documentation, or any other WordPress page where uptime matters.

Block editor with customization options

Need more details? Follow the WordPress plugin guide or see the live status widget docs for non‑WordPress sites.

WordPress status widget block features

Everything you need for seamless status widget integration, built right into WordPress's modern block editor.

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Full Customization

Configure your widget display directly from the Gutenberg block panel. Adjust rendering mode, theme, update frequency, and more without leaving the editor.

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Live Previews

See exactly how your status widget will look in the Site Editor and block editor preview. What you see is what you get.

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Theme Support

Choose between automatic, light, or dark theme rendering. Your status widget adapts to your site's design.

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Flexible Rendering

Select between JavaScript or PHP rendering modes. JavaScript keeps data real-time, while PHP is ideal for static generation.

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Auto-Refresh

Set custom refresh intervals for real-time status updates. Keep your visitors informed without manual refreshes.

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Shortcode Support

Traditional WordPress users get shortcode support too. Use [statuspage-widget] in any post or widget area.

Status widget display examples

See how the widget looks in different configurations across themes and layouts.

Full Widget Display

Full Widget

Compact Widget

Compact Mode

Dark Theme

Dark Theme

Minimal Widget

Minimal Layout

With Incidents

With Incidents

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Installation & Setup

Get your status widget live on WordPress in under 5 minutes with our simple installation process.

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Download the Plugin

Download directly from our download link.

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Upload & Activate

Navigate to Plugins β†’ Add New β†’ Upload Plugin. Select the plugin ZIP file and activate it.

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Configure Settings

Go to Settings β†’ StatusPage Widget to configure your default StatusPage URL and display preferences.

Dashboard β†’ Settings β†’ StatusPage Widget
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Add to Pages

Open any page or post in the block editor. Click the + button and search for "StatusPage Widget" block.

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Customize & Preview

Use the block settings panel to customize your widget. See live preview in the editor before publishing.

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Publish

Click Publish when satisfied with your configuration. Your status widget is now live on your site.

Using the classic editor or widget areas?

[statuspage-widget]

Use this shortcode in posts, pages, sidebars or page builders to render the same status widget.

Admin Dashboard

Complete control from your WordPress dashboard with intuitive settings and comprehensive documentation.

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Settings

Configure your StatusPage URL, default theme, rendering mode, and refresh intervals in one place.

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Examples

View live examples of the widget in different configurations. Perfect for understanding all available options.

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Help & Docs

Access comprehensive documentation, shortcode references, and troubleshooting guides right in your dashboard.

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Premium

Learn about premium features and integration options available through StatusPage.me.

Plugin vs Manual Embed

See why using the WordPress status widget plugin is better than pasting embed code by hand – save time, avoid mistakes, and keep your status page easy to manage.

FeaturePluginManual Embed
Easy Installationβœ“βœ—
No Coding Requiredβœ“βœ—
Visual Editor Integrationβœ“βœ—
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Automatic Updatesβœ“βœ“Only when you manually update embed code
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Theme Customizationβœ“βœ“CSS tweaks required in multiple places

Requirements

A lightweight WordPress plugin that works with modern PHP versions and any StatusPage.me account.

Minimum Requirements

  • WordPress: 5.8 or higher (for full Gutenberg block support)
  • PHP: 7.4 or higher
  • StatusPage.me Account: An active StatusPage.me account to display your status widget
  • Browser: Modern browser with JavaScript enabled (for JavaScript rendering mode)

Recommended Setup

  • WordPress: Latest version (6.0 or higher), tested with modern block themes
  • PHP: 8.0 or higher for best performance
  • HTTPS: Secure HTTPS connection for your WordPress site
  • JavaScript Rendering: Enabled for real-time status updates

WordPress status widget FAQ

Answers to common questions about the StatusPage.me WordPress widget plugin.

This plugin is built specifically for StatusPage.me. It uses the official status widget endpoint and configuration options, so you get a seamless experience between your hosted status page and your WordPress site.

Yes. The widget is available as a Gutenberg block, so you can use it in the Site Editor, block editor and reusable patterns. Classic editor support is available via shortcode.

The plugin is lightweight and lets you choose between JavaScript rendering (for always-live data) and PHP rendering that can benefit from your existing page caching. In both modes, the widget loads asynchronously so it doesn't block your page.

Yes. As long as each site connects to a StatusPage.me account with an active status page widget, you can install the plugin on multiple WordPress sites, including multisite networks.
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