Glow Reviews Core Features
Everything you need to collect verified customer ratings, design responsive cards with the drag-and-drop builder, and showcase social proof across 8 modern layouts—with zero SaaS fees.
✔ 100% Free & Open Source
✔ WordPress 5.2+ • PHP 7.4+
✔ Zero Tracking & Cookies
✔ Honeypot & IP Rate Limits
✔ Built-in Layout Builder
Feature Deep Dives & Guides
Explore detailed guides, shortcode parameters, and configuration walkthroughs for each primary system.
8 Testimonial Layouts →
Compare Grid, Slider, List, Masonry, Stacked, Timeline, Marquee, and Custom layouts with attribute references and responsive examples.
Explore 8 Layouts →Drag & Drop Builder →
Learn how to build bespoke cards in Tools > Layout Builder with preset templates, live previews across viewports, and custom shortcodes.
Layout Builder Guide →Form & Spam Shield →
Deep dive into frontend fields, duplicate-email update detection, 2MB photo uploads, admin moderation, honeypot, and IP rate limits.
Form & Spam Guide →Built with native WordPress power, zero bloat
Every feature is verified, documented, and powered by core WordPress APIs. No external dependencies, page builders, or third-party trackers.
1. Collect Feedback
Frontend form shortcode with AJAX and standard submit support. Collect 1-5 star ratings, feedback text (150 chars max), customer names, company names, and optional image uploads (JPG/PNG/GIF up to 2MB) with SVG avatar fallbacks.
2. 8 Flexible Layouts
Display approved testimonials across eight presentation modes: Grid, Slider, List, Masonry, Stacked, Timeline, Marquee, or Custom layout. Includes an interactive Read More / Read Less toggle for text exceeding 120 characters.
3. Visual Layout Builder
Drag and drop photos, names, company titles, and star ratings into customized card designs right inside wp-admin at Tools > Layout Builder. Features preset templates, gallery view, and responsive device switching.
4. Admin Moderation
Dedicated Pending Feedback admin screen to approve, reject, or edit reviews prior to publication. Duplicate-email detection allows customers to update their past review; updated entries return to pending moderation.
5. Built-in Spam Shield
Comprehensive spam protection without third-party captcha trackers: WordPress nonce verification, hidden honeypot fields, submission timing checks, and strict IP rate limits of 3 submissions per hour and 10 per day.
6. Optimized Performance
Uses native WordPress caching APIs to minimize database queries. Includes subtle scroll reveal animations, CLVO data migration helpers, and clean sanitization adhering strictly to WordPress coding standards.
| Plugin Name | Glow Reviews – Smart Feedback & Testimonials |
|---|---|
| Current Version | 1.2.0 |
| WordPress Requirement | WordPress 5.2 or higher |
| PHP Requirement | PHP 7.4 or higher |
| Tested Up To | WordPress 7.0.7 |
| License & Price | 100% Free • Open Source (GPL v2 or later) |
| Developer & Base | Moti Raj Gautam • Butwal, Nepal |
| Primary Shortcodes | [glowrev-feedback-form], [glowrev-display-testimonials] |
| Official Download | Download from WordPress.org |
Verified against WordPress.org repository specifications • Last verified: 2026-10-19