Random Posts from Category
A widget that lists random posts from a chosen category.
The facts
- Rating
- 4★ from 2
- Active installs
- 200+
- Price
- Free
- Last updated
- 22 Apr 2016
- Added
- Aug 2009
- Requires WP
- 2.8
- Tested up to
- WP 4.5.33
- Downloads
- 19,220
Our analysis
AI-assistedRandom Posts from Category is a WordPress plugin that allows you to display random posts from a selected category on your site. You can configure the number of posts shown and choose to display either excerpts or full content alongside the post titles. Additionally, there is an option to link the widget title to the category archive.
This plugin is suitable for users who want to enhance their site's content visibility by showcasing random posts from specific categories, making it useful for blogs or websites with multiple categories.
Best for: This plugin suits bloggers or website owners looking to feature random posts from specific categories.
What it does well
- ✓Displays random posts from a selected category
- ✓Configurable number of posts to display
- ✓Option to show excerpts or full content
- ✓Can link widget title to category archive
Where it falls short
- •Last updated in April 2016
- •Tested only up to WordPress 4.5.33
- •Directory score indicates potential issues
Verdict
Random Posts from Category offers basic functionality for displaying random posts, but its outdated status may limit compatibility with newer WordPress versions.
From the developer
Stephanie Leary's own description of Random Posts from Category, lightly tidied.
This widget will list random posts from a chosen category. You can choose how many posts to display, and whether to show the excerpt or the full content in addition to the post title. You may also link the widget title to the category archive if you like.
Translations
Belorussian (be_BY) by FatCow.
Romanian (ro_RO) by Web Geek Science (Web
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