Plugin info

Total downloads: 2,089
Active installs: 400
Total reviews: 5
Average rating: 5
Support threads opened: 0
Support threads resolved: 0 (0%)
Available in: 1 language(s)
Contributors: 3
Last updated: 11/28/2025 (33 days ago)
Added to WordPress: 8/11/2025 (0 years old)
Minimum WordPress version: 5.0
Tested up to WordPress version: 6.9
Minimum PHP version: 7.4

Maintenance & Compatibility

Maintenance score

Actively maintained • Last updated 33 days ago • 5 reviews

61/100

Is AI Share & Summarize abandoned?

Likely maintained (last update 33 days ago).

Compatibility

Requires WordPress: 5.0
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4

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Description

AI Share & Summarize is the first free plugin published in WordPress.org that combines traditional social media sharing with the innovative functionality of generating summaries while citing the source in the top artificial intelligences.

Main features

New in version 1.2.0

  • Google AI Mode support: Direct integration with Google’s AI Mode (available in most countries)

Why use this plugin?

This plugin helps you:

  1. Generate natural backlinks: When users summarize your content with AI, they cite your source
  2. Increase your reach: Combine traditional social sharing with AI power
  3. Build authority: Your content becomes a reference source for future queries
  4. Boost engagement: Users can interact with your content in multiple ways
  5. Optimize SEO: Choose the HTML element type that best fits your SEO strategy
  6. Stay ahead: Be among the first to leverage AI for content distribution
  7. Modern appearance: Icons-only mode provides a sleek, professional look

Advanced configuration

  • Smart automatic insertion: Choose exactly where to insert buttons (before, after, both, or disabled)
  • Content type control: Select specific post types from all registered in your WordPress
  • Custom AI prompt: Optimize the message sent to AIs for better summaries with citation
  • Custom title text: Configure the text shown before buttons or hide it completely
  • Title style control: Choose between h3, h4, h5, h6 or span for the title element
  • SEO optimization: Choose between traditional links or button elements for better link profile control
  • X/Twitter mentions: Configure your profile for automatic mentions in shares
  • Custom additional text: Add personalized text to AI prompts
  • Visual styles: 5 predefined styles adaptable to any theme
  • Advanced icon system: Show icons with text, icons-only mode, circular or square icons
  • Button ordering: Organize buttons as social first, AI first, or mixed
  • Button alignment: Choose left or centered alignment for a cleaner design
  • Data management: Control whether plugin data is deleted on uninstall
  • Shortcode flexibility: Use [ayudawp_share_buttons] anywhere with extensive parameters

SEO features

Icon system features

  • Icons-only style: Modern button design showing only platform icons
  • Icons with text: Add recognizable icons to the left of button text in any style
  • Responsive design: Icons automatically adapt size and layout for mobile devices
  • Lightweight SVG: Ultra-optimized icons for minimal performance impact
  • Smart tooltips: Platform names appear on hover in icons-only mode
  • Flexible shapes: Choose between circular or square corners for icons-only buttons

Special AI features

  • Gemini integration: Automatically copies prompt to clipboard and opens Gemini
  • Optimized prompts: Pre-configured messages for best summary results with citation
  • Direct links: Each AI opens with the complete prompt ready to process
  • Source citation: All prompts automatically include your content URL as source

Compatibility

  • Supports any WordPress theme following standards
  • Works with Custom Post Types automatically
  • Optimized for WooCommerce products
  • Compatible with page builders (Elementor, Gutenberg, etc.)
  • Multi-language ready with automatic translations
  • No external dependencies or conflicts

Advanced Usage

Shortcode parameters

The [ayudawp_share_buttons] shortcode accepts several parameters:

buttons: Comma-separated list of buttons to display
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons buttons="claude,chatgpt,google_ai,twitter,linkedin"]
– Available: twitter, linkedin, facebook, telegram, whatsapp, email, raindrop, claude, chatgpt, google_ai, gemini, grok, perplexity

style: Visual style to use
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons style="icons-only"]
– Options: default, brand, minimal, dark, icons-only

show_icons: Show icons with text (for non-icons-only styles)
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons show_icons="true" style="brand"]
– Options: true, false

icon_style: Icon corner style (for icons-only mode)
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons style="icons-only" icon_style="circular"]
– Options: circular, square

alignment: Button alignment
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons alignment="center"]
– Options: left, center

show_title: Show or hide the section title
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons show_title="false"]
– Options: true, false

title_text: Custom title text
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons title_text="Share this content"]

title_style: Title HTML element
– Example: [ayudawp_share_buttons title_style="h3"]
– Options: h3, h4, h5, h6, span

Combined examples:

[ayudawp_share_buttons buttons="claude,google_ai,twitter" style="brand" show_icons="true"]

[ayudawp_share_buttons style="icons-only" icon_style="circular"]

[ayudawp_share_buttons show_title="true" title_text="Share or Summarize" title_style="h3"]

[ayudawp_share_buttons buttons="chatgpt,google_ai,gemini" style="icons-only" icon_style="square" show_title="false"]

[ayudawp_share_buttons alignment="center" style="brand" show_icons="true"]

[ayudawp_share_buttons alignment="center" style="icons-only" icon_style="circular"]

Custom CSS

You can customize the appearance using these CSS classes:
– Main container – .ayudawp-share-buttons
– Individual buttons (works for both
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Installation

Automatic installation

  1. Go to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress admin
  2. Search for “AI Share & Summarize”
  3. Click “Install Now” and then “Activate”
  4. Go to Settings > AI Share & Summarize to configure

Manual installation

  1. Download the plugin ZIP file
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
  3. Select the ZIP file and click “Install Now”
  4. Activate the plugin
  5. Configure in Settings > AI Share & Summarize

Complete setup

  1. Go to Settings > AI Share & Summarize
  2. Select enabled buttons: Choose which social networks and AIs to display
  3. Configure automatic insertion:
    • Choose position: Before content, after, both, or disabled (shortcode only)
    • Select content types: Posts, pages, products, or any Custom Post Type
  4. Customize AI prompt: Modify the default text if desired (excellent default included)
  5. Configure title: Change the text before buttons and choose heading style
  6. Configure X mentions: Add your Twitter/X handle for automatic mentions
  7. Choose visual style: Default, brand colors, minimal, dark backgrounds, or icons-only
  8. Configure icons: Enable icons for text styles or use pure icons-only mode
  9. Set icon shape: Choose circular or square corners for icons-only buttons
  10. Set button order: Social first, AI first, or mixed arrangement
  11. Configure SEO settings: Choose between links with nofollow or button elements
  12. Configure data cleanup: Optionally delete all data when plugin is uninstalled
  13. Save changes

Manual insertion with shortcode:
– Basic: [ayudawp_share_buttons]
– Specific buttons: [ayudawp_share_buttons buttons="claude,twitter,linkedin"]
– Custom style: [ayudawp_share_buttons style="minimal" show_title="false"]
– With icons: [ayudawp_share_buttons show_icons="true" style="brand"]
– Icons only: [ayudawp_share_buttons style="icons-only"]
– Circular icons: [ayudawp_share_buttons style="icons-only" icon_style="circular"]
– Custom title: [ayudawp_share_buttons title_text="Share or Summarize" title_style="h3"]

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this plugin completely free?

Yes, AI Share & Summarize is 100% free with all features included, including the new SEO optimization options.

Will it slow down my website?

No. The plugin is ultra-optimized with a modular structure and lightweight SVG icons that load instantly.

What’s the difference between Google AI and Gemini buttons?

Google AI uses the new AI Mode available in most countries, launching the AI response automatically with your prompt. Gemini uses the traditional method (copy prompt and open Gemini) which still works everywhere. Choose based on availability in your region or user preference.

Should I use links or buttons for SEO?

Both options are valid:
Links with nofollow (default): Better user experience, allows right-click to copy link, works without JavaScript
Button elements: Not counted as links by search engines, cleaner link profile, reduces crawl budget usage

The nofollow attribute already prevents PageRank transfer, so the SEO impact is minimal. Choose based on your specific needs.

Can I customize the visual appearance?

Yes, you can choose from 5 predefined styles:
Default: Clean design with white backgrounds
Brand: Each platform’s characteristic colors
Minimal: Transparent with borders only
Dark: Optimized for dark backgrounds
Icons-only: Modern style showing only platform icons

How do the icons work?

The icon system offers flexible options:
Icons with text: Add beautiful icons to the left of button text in any style
Icons-only: Show only icons in circular or square buttons for a modern look
Smart tooltips: Platform names appear when hovering over icons-only buttons
Responsive: Icons automatically adapt to screen size and device

Can I control the icon appearance?

Yes, you have full control:
– Enable/disable icons for text-based styles
– Choose icons-only mode for a minimalist approach
– Select circular or square corners for icons-only buttons
– Icons automatically use appropriate sizes (20px for icons-only, 16px with text)

Can I change the title before the buttons?

Yes, you can:
– Change the text to anything you want
– Choose the HTML element: h3, h4, h5, h6, or span
– Hide the title completely by leaving the text field empty

How does automatic insertion work?

You have complete control:
Before content: Buttons appear before the post text
After content: Buttons appear after the post text
Both positions: Buttons in both locations
Disabled: Use only shortcode [ayudawp_share_buttons]

Plus, you choose exactly which content types display buttons.

Can I control which content types show buttons?

Absolutely. You can select from all post types registered in your WordPress:
– Posts, pages, WooCommerce products
– Custom Post Types (portfolios, testimonials, etc.)
– Complete granular control per content type

How do I customize the AI prompt?

In Settings > AI Share & Summarize you’ll find:
Default prompt: Pre-optimized for best results with citation
Custom text field: Add personalized text to all AI prompts
X handle: Configure automatic mentions in social shares
– The plugin automatically adds your content URL as source

What happens if an AI changes its URL?

We continuously monitor and update all AI links to ensure they work correctly.

Can I use only specific buttons?

Yes, with the shortcode you can display only the buttons you want:
[ayudawp_share_buttons buttons=”claude,chatgpt,google_ai,twitter”]

Is it GDPR compliant?

Yes, the plugin doesn’t collect any personal user data, making it GDPR compliant by default.

How does Google AI integration work?

Google AI has direct integration:
– Clicking the button opens Google’s AI Mode with your prompt
– The AI automatically processes the prompt and shows results
– Works in most countries where AI Mode is available

Why does Google AI respond in English even though my site is in another language?

Google AI Mode has a default behavior of responding in English regardless of browser or site language. To get responses in your preferred language, add a custom instruction in the plugin settings.

Go to Settings > AI Share & Summarize > “Custom text in prompts” and add:
Deliver the response in Spanish (or your preferred language)

This instruction will be added to all AI prompts, ensuring responses match your language preference.

How does Gemini integration work?

Gemini has a special behavior:
– Clicking the button automatically copies the prompt to clipboard
– Opens Gemini in a new tab
– User can paste the prompt directly and get the summary

Does it work with page builders?

Yes, it’s compatible with:
– Gutenberg (WordPress block editor)
– Elementor, Beaver Builder, Divi
– Any page builder that respects WordPress hooks
– Manual insertion via shortcode works everywhere

Can I disable automatic insertion completely?

Yes, set automatic insertion to “Disabled” in settings and use only the shortcode [ayudawp_share_buttons] where you want buttons to appear.

What happens to my settings when I uninstall the plugin?

By default, your settings are preserved even after uninstalling. However, you can enable the “Delete all plugin data when plugin is deleted” option in the Data cleanup section if you want automatic cleanup.

Review feed

Taisa - Raquel García Arévalo
8/25/2025

Easy and awesome

I didn't even think about this, but it is super interesting. And it was super easy to setup. Adding to the usual sharing buttons the possibility that the people can with just one click resume your contents is really awesome. I am really eager to see the results and if more people shares the contents now!It would be interesting to have:- An option to show the "Shared XX times", "XX People already did share this" or something like this.- And also that we admins can internally see how many times people used each option, most shared posts etc.

Screenshots

  1. Share and AI summarize buttons in action on a post

    Share and AI summarize buttons in action on a post

  2. Responsive view on mobile devices

    Responsive view on mobile devices

  3. Complete plugin settings page

    Complete plugin settings page

  4. Prompt opened in ChatGPT

    Prompt opened in ChatGPT

Changelog

1.2.1

  • Tested up to WordPress 6.9

1.2.0

  • Added: Google AI button with direct integration to Google AI Mode
  • Added: Support for Google’s new AI Mode (udm=50) for direct AI responses
  • Improved: Renamed “Google AI (Gemini)” to just “Gemini” for clarity
  • Improved: Users can now choose between Google AI (automatic) or Gemini (copy & paste)
  • Improved: Better support for regions where Google AI Mode is available
  • Fixed: Links mode (<a> elements) now work correctly with added data attributes for JavaScript handling
  • Updated: Frontend JavaScript to handle both Google AI and Gemini buttons
  • Updated: Icon system with new Google AI icon (search with sparkle)
  • Updated: CSS with styles for both Google AI and Gemini buttons
  • Updated: Documentation with information about both Google AI options

1.1.4

  • Added: Button alignment option (left/centered) for better design control
  • Improved: All buttons now have uniform width (180px) for consistent appearance
  • Improved: Buttons stack vertically on mobile (480px and below) preventing text overflow
  • Improved: Icons-only mode properly centered when alignment is set to centered
  • Improved: Better responsive behavior with optimized button widths across all screen sizes
  • Fixed: Text wrapping issues in buttons with longer labels like “Twitter (X)”

1.1.3

  • Fixed: Resolved JavaScript event handler conflicts that prevented buttons from working on some sites when logged in
  • Improved: Better event handling with capture phase to prevent interference from other plugins
  • Improved: More elegant centered notification for Google AI prompt copying
  • Improved: Enhanced compatibility with themes and plugins that modify JavaScript execution
  • Fixed: Resolved button functionality issues in WordPress admin environment

1.1.2

  • Improved: Removed more unnecessary colours and icons in plugin settings page

1.1.1

  • Improved: Removed all unnecessary colours and icons in plugin settings page

1.1.0

  • Added: SEO settings section with option to choose between <a> links or <button> elements
  • Added: Full support for button elements as an alternative to links
  • Added: Detailed explanations of SEO implications for each option
  • Improved: JavaScript to handle both link and button elements seamlessly
  • Improved: CSS to ensure consistent styling for both element types
  • Improved: Admin interface with new SEO section and better organization
  • Fixed: Better accessibility for button elements
  • Updated: Documentation to explain SEO benefits of each approach

1.0.9

  • Fixed: Added missed translations for tooltips

1.0.8

  • Added: Icons-only button style for modern, minimalist design
  • Added: Option to show icons alongside text in any existing style
  • Added: Icon style selection (circular or square corners for icons-only mode)
  • Added: Enhanced tooltips for icons-only buttons showing platform names
  • Added: Responsive grid layout for icons-only mode on mobile devices
  • Added: Data cleanup control – optional automatic data deletion on plugin uninstall
  • Added: Improved icon system with lightweight SVG graphics
  • Improved: Complete code restructuring with modular architecture for better performance
  • Improved: Separated functionality into individual class files in /includes folder
  • Improved: Enhanced mobile responsiveness for all button styles
  • Improved: Better default values (AIs first, brand colors, span titles, circular icons)
  • Improved: Enhanced admin interface with icon previews and danger zone styling
  • Fixed: Better CSS specificity to prevent theme conflicts
  • Updated: All icon graphics for better platform recognition