The Image Widget
A simple image widget that allows you to display an image in any sidebar. The image can either link to another page or it can pop out in a lightbox.
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·80 active installs·Updated 2 years agoAs of April 2026, The Image Widget is a WordPress images plugin with 80 active installations and a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews. It has been downloaded 4.5K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 4.4+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2016. Last updated 2 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Autoptimize.
5/51 reviews
80active installs
4.5K+total downloads
10 yearssince 2016
Overview
Using this simple image widget you can display a clickable image in any sidebar.
You can set the image to link to a URL of your choice or make it pop-up in a lightbox.
The widget uses WordPress\’ built in media manager to provide you with a familiar interface for image upload/selection.
You can select the widget\’s image size from the available drop-down menu which lists all available WordPress default image sizes.
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Ratings & Reviews
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Compatibility
| WordPress | 4.4+ requiredTested up to 6.4.8 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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Changelog
1.0.1
- Fixed a PHP notice thrown when updating the widget.
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