Display recent posts filtered by post type, category, tag, or author — as a classic widget, Gutenberg block, or shortcode.
Alternatives to Random Pages Widget
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Relevant replacements
WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Essential Widgetsv3.2.1
Essential Widgets is a WordPress plugin for widgets that allows you to create and add amazing widgets with high customization option
Advance Widget Packv1.6.0
A pack of content widgets and blocks: recent/popular/related posts, author info, tag cloud, social links, countdown timer, and more.
Display new sidebars on any post, page, category etc. Works with Classic Widgets, Block Widgets, and all themes!
Display list of posts, pages or any custom post types anywhere using block and widget. Show as grid, list or posts slider.
A widget to list category-related pages or posts in the sidebar, excluding the current page or post, with options for numbered, bullet, or no list for …
D11 Random Quote Loaderv2.3.4
Display a random quote from your own database on every page load, with a full admin panel for managing quotes and CSV import/export.
XV Random Quotesv2.9.1
Display and rotate quotes anywhere on your WordPress site. Fully integrated with WordPress Custom Post Types, Gutenberg blocks, and REST API.
Widget Menuizerv1.1.3
Unlock the full potential of the WordPress menu system to create mega menus and more by adding sidebar regions and widgets to your menus.
Footer Widget Bundlev1.1.0
Footer widget bundle includes company information, latest post, contact address and opening hours.