Language Switcher for Elementor & Polylang Reviews, Downloads & Maintenance

Language Switcher for Elementor & Polylang is a WordPress plugin that helps you add a language switcher to your website and translate Elementor Templates.

This plugin connects the Polylang multilingual plugin with Elementor, making it easier to build and manage a multilingual website visually.

Why Use This Plugin?

Elementor Language Switcher for Polylang provides a seamless integration between Polylang and Elementor. Here’s why it’s a must-have for multilingual Elementor websites:

Language Switcher Widget
Translate Elementor Templates Easily
Link to Translated Page Directly from Elementor Editor
Place Anywhere on the Page
Customizable Layout & Display Options
Saves Time & Enhances Workflow

Key Features

Elementor Widget Support: Drag and drop the language switcher widget directly inside Elementor Editor, just like any other widget.
Page Linking in Elementor: Get full control to link a page to its translated version. Use Elementor Editor to switch and connect the translated template easily.
Three Layout Options: The plugin offers three layout styles, Dropdown, Horizontal & Vertical. Choose how you want the language switcher to appear on your website.
Custom Switcher Elements: Enable or disable various elements such as:
- Language Flag – Show a country flag icon next to each language (🇺🇸).
- Language Name – Show the full name like “English”, “Spanish”.
- Language Code – Show short codes like EN, FR, DE.
- Hide Current Language – Option to hide the active language.
- Hide Untranslated Languages – Option to hide languages if the page has no translation in that language.
Frontend Display Preview: Instantly preview how your language switcher looks on the frontend.
Fully Compatible with Polylang Free and Pro.
User-Friendly and Fully Responsive Design.

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How to Add the Language Switcher

Go to your WordPress Dashboard.
Open the page, post, header, or footer where you want to add the language switcher using Elementor.
Drag and drop the Language Switcher widget into your desired section (body, footer, header, sidebar, etc.).
Customize its layout, elements, and translation control settings.

Installation

Upload the plugin files to the /wp-content/plugins/language-switcher-elementor-polylang directory, or install the plugin through the WordPress Plugins screen.
Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
Make sure you have both Elementor and Polylang (Free or Pro) installed and activated.
Open a page, post, header, or footer with Elementor.
Drag the Language Switcher widget into your desired section.
Customize layout, language visibility options, and switcher styles in the Elementor panel.
Save and preview the changes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this plugin used for?

This plugin allows you to add a customizable language switcher on Elementor-built websites using Polylang. It also helps link translated templates directly within Elementor.

Do I need to install Polylang for this plugin to work?

Yes, this plugin requires the Polylang plugin (Free or Pro) to manage and assign translations.

Can I add the switcher in a header or footer?

Absolutely! You can add the language switcher widget in any Elementor section, including headers, footers, sidebars, or even popups.

Does it support custom language display elements like flags or short codes?

Yes, you can display flags, full language names, or short codes (e.g., EN, FR). You can also hide the current language or untranslated languages.

Will this plugin work with Elementor Free or Elementor Pro?

Yes, it works with both. The plugin uses the Elementor widget system, which is available in the free version.

Can I preview the switcher before publishing?

Yes. A real-time preview is available within the Elementor editor so you can style and test your switcher visually.

Is the switcher responsive?

Yes, the language switcher is fully responsive and works on all screen sizes.

How do I add an Elementor language switcher using Polylang?

You can add an Elementor language switcher by installing the Language Switcher for Elementor & Polylang plugin. Once activated, simply drag the Language Switcher widget into your Elementor layout and connect it with your Polylang language setup. You can display languages using flags, names, or codes—making it easy to build a multilingual site without coding.

Can I translate Elementor templates with Polylang using this plugin?

Yes, this plugin allows you to translate Elementor templates using Polylang. You can link each version of a translated template directly from the Elementor Editor and control how visitors switch between languages on different pages. It’s the best way to make your Elementor designs multilingual with Polylang.

How can I report security bugs?

You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team help validate, triage and handle any security vulnerabilities.Report a security vulnerability

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Screenshots

Language Switcher Widget preview.
Language Switcher Widget Settings.

Changelog

Version 1.2.3 | 19 November 2025

Integrated: Get Started Dashboard.

Version 1.2.2 | 28 August 2025

Fixed: Addressed security vulnerabilities.
Improved: Enhanced overall code quality.

Version 1.2.1 | 26 June 2025

Improved: Improved Review notice.
Tweaks: Added video link and updated content inside the readme.txt file.

Version 1.2.0 | 20 June 2025

Fixed: Minor issues.

Version 1.1.0 | 10 June 2025

Fixed: Minor issues.

Version 1.0.1 | 29 May 2025

Fixed: Minor issues.

Version 1.0.0 | 05 May 2025

New: Initial plugin release.

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