Very Simple Google Maps
Contains a simple way to add an embedded Google Map to any page or post.
4.5(17 reviews)
·3.0K+ active installs·Updated 11 months agoAs of April 2026, Very Simple Google Maps is a WordPress maps plugin with 3.0K+ active installations and a 4.5/5 rating from 17 reviews. It has been downloaded 44K+ times in total. Requires WordPress 3.3+ and PHP 5.6+. Available on WordPress.org since 2013. Downloads are up 9% this week. Support resolution rate: 0%. Top alternative: WP Go Maps (formerly WP Google Maps).
4.5/517 reviews
3.0K+active installs
0%resolved
13 yearssince 2013
Overview
Adding an embedded Google Map is a must for most websites. I have created a simple way to add your map with just a simple shortcode. Despite the name there are some nice features that makes this plugin simple but powerful.
Features Included
- Simple to use with just a shortcode.
- No admin settings to mess with. All features are set within the shortcode.
- Can be styled with CSS
- Optionally link your map marker to your Google business listing directly so your business name is shown.
Usage
The basic shortcode to use is [vsgmap address="street address to display"]
See the FAQ for full usage options.
Problems and Support
To get fastest response use the support page in the plugin area on WordPress.org
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Ratings & Reviews
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Recent Reviews
As simple as it gets
by Ryan March·3 years ago
I was looking for something incredibly basic and I found it. So many map plugins are loaded up with many features and screens and settings. This one fit precisely the need I was looking for. Love that it gets regular updates as well!
Great plugin for adding a simple google map
by harlointeractive·5 years ago
Just wanted the ability to add a simple google map and didn’t want to sign up for and configure a project api and all that. This plugin made it super easy. Love it! Also had a question and the developer replied quickly so that was nice too.
It’s simply working!
by Stefan Ocetkiewicz·5 years ago
This plugin is working very good. Simple using, fast effects – genius! Tested with 5.4.2 WordPress version.
Plug In no longer works.
by peltiereffects·6 years ago
It appears the plugin is abandoned. No support responses and it doesn’t. Moved over to Mappress, works perfect and support is fantastic
Not working!
by Grzegorz W·8 years ago
I can not insert Google Map API. Plugin not working.
Download Trends
Today: 6Yesterday: 8This week: 50Period total: 3K
Compatibility
| WordPress | 3.3+ requiredTested up to 6.8.5 |
| PHP | 5.6+ required |
Version Adoption
v2.9
79.7%
v2.8
19.2%
v2.5
1.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Changelog
2.0
First public and stable version.
Contributors
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