Blogroll Links Renderer
Render WordPress Blogroll links anywhere using the [blogroll-links] shortcode.
🧩 Description
Blogroll Links Renderer allows you to display WordPress Links (aka Blogroll) on any page or post using the [blogroll-links] shortcode.
You can filter links by category, show icons, and add tooltips — plus optionally enable the hidden Links Manager, which has been disabled by default since WordPress 3.5.
✨ Features
- Display Blogroll links using the shortcode
[blogroll-links] - Filter links by category name
- Show icons/images next to each link
- Enable tooltips using link descriptions
- Add a custom CSS class for styling output
- Optional: Enable Links Manager via plugin settings
- Simple and clean settings page under Settings > Blogroll Links Renderer
⚙️ Shortcode Parameters
Use the [blogroll-links] shortcode with these optional parameters:
| Parameter | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
category |
Filter links by category name | [blogroll-links category="Partners"] |
show_images |
Show link images/icons if available | [blogroll-links show_images="1"] |
show_titles |
Show tooltips using link descriptions | [blogroll-links show_titles="1"] |
✅ You can combine all options:
[blogroll-links category="MyCategory" show_images="1" show_titles="1"]
🔧 Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin via the Plugins menu in WordPress
- Add the
[blogroll-links]shortcode to any page or post - Configure settings under Settings > Blogroll Links Renderer
❓ FAQ
How do I enable the WordPress Links Manager?
Navigate to Settings > Blogroll Links Renderer and check Enable Links Manager. The Links menu will appear in your admin sidebar.
How do I filter links by category?
Use the category parameter in the shortcode.
Example: [blogroll-links category="MyCategory"]
How do I show images or icons for links?
Use the show_images="1" parameter.
Example: [blogroll-links show_images="1"]
How do I show tooltips using link descriptions?
Use the show_titles="1" parameter.
Example: [blogroll-links show_titles="1"]
Can I style the output?
Yes. Add a custom CSS class in the plugin settings and target it with your own CSS.
📝 Changelog
1.0.1
- Updated
README.md
1.0.0
- Initial public release
📌 Notes
- This plugin restores functionality hidden since WordPress 3.5
- Compatible with custom link categories and WordPress themes
- Tested with WordPress 5.5+ up to 6.9
🙏 Credits
Developed by David Klhufek
Plugin page: https://wordpress.org/plugins/blogroll-links-renderer/
Support the project: paypal.me/DavidKlhufek
📄 License
Licensed under the GPLv2 or later. See LICENSE file.
https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html