etchenet

<p><strong>Etchenet Reviews for Google Business</strong> shows your Google Business reviews in a modern carousel (Swiper), a floating badge, and a side panel. Ideal for building trust and social proof on your site.</p>
<h4>Internationalization</h4>
<ul>
<li>All translatable strings in the plugin use <strong>English (United States, <code>en_US</code>)</strong> as the message source, as required for community translation on WordPress.org.</li>
<li>On a site whose locale is <code>en_US</code>, WordPress typically uses those strings <strong>as-is</strong> from the plugin (no separate English file required).</li>
<li>Spanish (<code>es_ES</code>) and French (<code>fr_FR</code>) translation files are included under <code>languages/</code>. Other locales can use language packs from wordpress.org when available, or custom <code>.mo</code> / <code>.l10n.php</code> files.</li>
</ul>
<h4>Features</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>Carousel</strong> – Shortcode <code>[etn_egr_reviews_carousel]</code> with configurable columns, autoplay, arrows, dots</li>
<li><strong>Floating badge</strong> – Shows rating and total reviews; click to open the side panel</li>
<li><strong>Side panel</strong> – List of reviews in a slide-out panel (position and styles configurable)</li>
<li><strong>Manual reviews</strong> – Add and manage your own reviews in the admin (same structure as Google)</li>
<li><strong>CSV/Excel import</strong> – Bulk import from <code>.csv</code> or <code>.xlsx</code> with a header row such as <strong>Author, Text, Stars, Date, Photo URL</strong> (minimum: Author, Text). Spanish column names (e.g. Autor, Texto) are also recognized for compatibility.</li>
<li><strong>Google API sync</strong> – One-click sync with Google Places API (API Key + Place ID); optional daily cron</li>
<li><strong>Order</strong> – Sort by newest, oldest, best/worst rating, or drag-and-drop manual order in the admin list</li>
<li><strong>Customizable</strong> – Colors, excerpt length, min stars, “Read more” modal, Rich Snippets (JSON-LD)</li>
<li><strong>Translations</strong> – Text domain: <code>etchenet-reviews-for-google-business</code>; see <em>Internationalization</em> above</li>
</ul>
<h4>Requirements</h4>
<ul>
<li>WordPress 5.0+</li>
<li>PHP 7.4+</li>
<li>Google API Key and Place ID (for syncing from Google); optional for manual-only use</li>
</ul>
<h4>How reviews are loaded from the Google API</h4>
<p>The plugin uses the <strong>Google Places API (Place Details)</strong>. It requests the <code>reviews</code> field for your place (using your API Key and Place ID). Google returns a <strong>limited number of reviews per request</strong> (typically 5) and does not support pagination for reviews.</p>
<p>On each sync, the plugin fetches the current batch from Google, compares it with the reviews already stored on your site, <strong>adds only new ones</strong> (no duplicates), and <strong>merges</strong> them with the existing list. It <strong>never deletes</strong> previously saved Google reviews. The API response is cached for 12 hours to avoid excessive requests.</p>
<h4>How to get more reviews than Google’s default limit</h4>
<p>Because the API returns only a small set per call (usually 5) and has no pagination:</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sync regularly.</strong> Use <strong>Sync now</strong> in the Connectivity tab from time to time, or enable <strong>Enable daily automatic sync (WP-Cron)</strong>. Each sync can add new reviews; the plugin keeps all it has ever received and only appends new ones. Over time your total count can grow beyond 5.</li>
<li><strong>Use manual reviews and import.</strong> Add reviews manually or import CSV/Excel for an immediate larger set; they are not limited by the API and are shown together with Google reviews.</li>
</ul>
<p>For full details, check the plugin settings and this readme file.</p>
<h3>External services</h3>
<p>This plugin connects to Google services to fetch and display Google Business reviews.</p>
<ol>
<li>Google Places API (maps.googleapis.com)</li>
</ol>
<p>– Purpose: fetch place details and public reviews (rating, review count, business name, review entries).<br />
– Data sent: configured <code>place_id</code>, configured API key, requested review language (two-letter code derived from the site’s WordPress <code>get_locale()</code>, e.g. <code>en</code> for <code>en_US</code>, <code>es</code> for <code>es_ES</code>), optional <code>reviews_sort</code> parameter.<br />
– When sent: on manual sync and on optional daily WP-Cron sync. Two requests are made per sync (one sorted by relevance, one by newest) to maximize review collection within Google’s 5-review-per-request limit.</p>
<ol>
<li>Remote profile-photo download (Google-hosted image URLs)</li>
</ol>
<p>– Purpose: cache public reviewer profile images locally for faster/stable display.<br />
– Data sent: HTTP GET request to the profile photo URL returned by Google for each review.<br />
– When sent: during synchronization, when new reviews are detected and include a profile photo URL.</p>
<p>No personal data from your site visitors is sent by these requests.</p>
<p>Google Maps Platform Terms of Service:<br />
https://mapsplatform.google.com/terms/</p>
<p>Google Privacy Policy:<br />
https://policies.google.com/privacy</p>


Etchenet Reviews for Google Business


J’ai testé ce plugin et franchement, très bonne surprise !L’installation est rapide et la prise en main vraiment intuitive, même sans être expert WordPress.



J’ai particulièrement apprécié la possibilité de connecter facilement les avis Google, mais aussi d’ajouter des avis manuellement ou en masse selon les besoins.



Les options proposées sont complètes, tout en restant simples à utiliser, et le rendu final est vraiment propre et professionnel sur le site.



Un excellent outil pour mettre en avant la preuve sociale et rassurer les visiteurs — clairement un plus pour la crédibilité et les conversions 👍



Je recommande sans hésiter !


Un plugin complet avec un super rendu

Display Google reviews in a carousel, floating badge, and side panel. Manual reviews, CSV/Excel import, API sync. Bundled translations (ES, FR).

Jotform

<p>Widgets for Google Reviews plugin is a no-code solution that helps you display real Google reviews on your website in customizable, responsive widgets.</p>
<p>Embed live customer feedback in just a few steps and showcase your ratings in a way that builds trust and drives conversions. With automatic syncing, your reviews stay up to date so your website always reflects your latest customer experiences.</p>
<p>Designed for simplicity and flexibility, you can place review widgets anywhere on your site, customize their appearance to match your brand, and turn social proof into measurable business impact.</p>
<span class="embed-youtube" style="text-align:center; display: block;"><iframe loading="lazy" class="youtube-player" width="750" height="422" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oUdEnLl7tiM?version=3&rel=1&showsearch=0&showinfo=1&iv_load_policy=1&fs=1&hl=en-US&autohide=2&wmode=transparent" allowfullscreen="true" style="border:0;" sandbox="allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation allow-popups-to-escape-sandbox"></iframe></span>
<h4>💬 What does the Jotform Widgets for Google Reviews plugin do?</h4>
<p>Jotform Review Widgets for Google allows you to easily connect your Google Business profile and display real customer reviews on your WordPress site.</p>
<p>Instead of manually copying testimonials, the plugin automatically pulls and displays your latest reviews in dynamic, responsive widgets.</p>
<p>You can place these widgets anywhere on your site: landing pages, product pages, or homepages to instantly boost credibility and engagement.</p>
<h4>🚀 Top features of Jotform Widgets for Google Reviews Plugin</h4>
<ul>
<li><strong>No-code setup</strong>: Add Google reviews to your website in minutes with a simple embed process</li>
<li><strong>Live auto-sync</strong>: New reviews and ratings update automatically without manual effort</li>
<li><strong>Multiple layout options</strong>: Choose from carousel, grid, slider, badge, or list views</li>
<li><strong>Fully customizable design</strong>: Match colors, fonts, and layout to your brand</li>
<li><strong>Responsive & mobile-friendly</strong>: Looks great on all devices</li>
<li><strong>Flexible placement</strong>: Embed anywhere on your WordPress site</li>
<li><strong>Improves trust & conversions</strong>: Showcase real customer feedback where it matters most</li>
</ul>
<h4>👩‍💻 Who can benefit from the Jotform Widgets for Google Reviews plugin?</h4>
<p>This plugin is ideal for:</p>
<ul>
<li>Small businesses looking to build credibility</li>
<li>E-commerce stores aiming to increase conversions</li>
<li>Agencies and freelancers showcasing client feedback</li>
<li>Local businesses with Google Business profiles</li>
<li>SaaS companies highlighting customer satisfaction</li>
</ul>
<p>Displaying authentic reviews helps visitors trust your brand more quickly and make more confident decisions.</p>
<h4>🔒 Data Protection</h4>
<p>Jotform prioritizes security and data privacy.</p>
<ul>
<li>Only publicly available Google review data is displayed</li>
<li>No sensitive customer data is stored or processed</li>
<li>Secure infrastructure ensures reliable widget performance</li>
<li>Full control over what is displayed on your website</li>
</ul>
<p>Your data and your customers’ trust remain protected at all times.</p>
<h4>🚀 Features</h4>
<ul>
<li>Connect with Jotform for secure authorization</li>
<li>Gutenberg block (Jotform – Widgets for Google Reviews) – pick a saved widget from the list or paste an ID; shortcode optional</li>
<li>Classic shortcode <code>[jfrwg_widget id="..."]</code> still supported</li>
<li>Simple setup process</li>
<li>Extensible structure for future widget types (TripAdvisor, etc.)</li>
</ul>
<h3>External services</h3>
<p>This plugin connects to Jotform services to authenticate your Jotform account, create and manage review widgets, retrieve your saved widgets, and load the published widget on your site.</p>
<p>When an administrator clicks “Connect with Jotform”, the plugin opens Jotform OAuth at <code>https://www.jotform.com/api/oauth.php</code>. The request includes the plugin client name and your WordPress site URL as the OAuth referrer so Jotform can authorize the connection and return an API key.</p>
<p>In the plugin admin, the widget builder connects to Jotform API endpoints such as <code>https://api.jotform.com/website-widgets</code>, <code>https://api.jotform.com/website-widgets/mywidgets</code>, and <code>https://api.jotform.com/user/combinedinfo</code>. If your account uses EU, HIPAA, or Enterprise settings, equivalent Jotform regional or enterprise endpoints may be used. These requests send the connected Jotform API key, widget IDs, widget configuration values, and selected review source details when you create, edit, list, preview, or delete widgets.</p>
<p>On the public site, the shortcode and block load the published widget script from the connected Jotform site, for example <code>https://www.jotform.com/website-widgets/embed/{widget_id}</code> or the configured regional or enterprise Jotform domain. The browser sends the widget ID and normal web request data such as IP address, user agent, and referrer to Jotform so the widget can be rendered.</p>
<p>This service is provided by Jotform: <a href="https://www.jotform.com/terms/" rel="nofollow ugc">Terms of Use</a> and <a href="https://www.jotform.com/privacy/" rel="nofollow ugc">Privacy Policy</a>.</p>


Jotform – Widgets for Google Reviews

Showcase real Google reviews on your website with customizable widgets. Build trust, boost conversions, and embed reviews in minutes.

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