Post as Guest - Creates a form (shortcode) to a page to allow guests to post content.
As of April 2026, Post As Guest is a WordPress post plugin with 10 active installations and a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews. It has been downloaded 6.7K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 4.0+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Last updated 9 years ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: Post Type Switcher.
Creates as simple form for guests with a shortcode. New posts by guests will go to a waiting queue (review).
Admins can simple check new posts content and approve / delete or edit these posts.
Creates a simple form with a shortcode.
Ajax in Frontend and Backend.
Localization Ready
Google Captcha Support
Basic example:
Simple insert [post-as-guest] shortcode in a page for the form to be displayed. Change settings in WP Admin.
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| WordPress | 4.0+ requiredTested up to 4.7.33 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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