{"id":13821,"date":"2020-10-06T15:00:38","date_gmt":"2020-10-06T13:00:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/?p=13821"},"modified":"2021-05-11T13:40:15","modified_gmt":"2021-05-11T11:40:15","slug":"rotating-wordpress-testimonials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/qodeinteractive.com\/magazine\/rotating-wordpress-testimonials\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Create Rotating Client Testimonials in WordPress"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Every business strives to showcase itself in the best possible light and win over the trust of their potential clients. And these days, putting up rotating testimonials directly on your WordPress website is one of the most effective ways to achieve this goal.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Basically, testimonials represent direct statements made by the customers in which they express their experiences and impressions related to your brand and services<\/strong>. They can help you a great deal when it comes to your brand\u2019s credibility since they can humanize your brand and show that real people actually use and value your products or services<\/strong>. This way, many users who are undecided or skeptical can be encouraged by the feedback coming from these testimonials, which can only help you drive more conversions and sales in the long run.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]

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\n \"Testimonials <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]While testimonials are already useful in themselves, adding dynamic testimonials that rotate will make them look more visually appealing and engaging to your potential clients. Stick around as we demonstrate how to add rotating testimonials to your WordPress site using a plugin, as well as how you can do it in Qode WordPress themes<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”80px”][vc_widget_sidebar sidebar_id=”qi-banner”][vc_empty_space height=”81px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n

Adding Rotating WordPress Testimonials With the Testimonials Rotator Plugin<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]First things first, you need to install a plugin<\/a> called Testimonials Rotator<\/a>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]

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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]After activating the plugin, head to Testimonials >> Add Rotator<\/em> page in your WordPress dashboard.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]In the Rotator Options<\/em> section, you will be able to set the behavior of your testimonials carousel. You will get to choose transition effects for the rotator, select the size of your image, set the number of seconds per testimonial, transition speed, show or hide various items<\/strong> (such as featured image, stars, and title), and so on.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Here you can also specify the name of the item that is being reviewed, such as a company or product name.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Finally, you can also select a theme for your testimonials carousel. As of now, you can choose from seven different theme styles.
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Don\u2019t forget to hit the Publish<\/em> button once you\u2019re done.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]After you finish creating the carousel, you can go ahead and add your testimonials by going to Testimonials >> Add New<\/em><\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonials <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]First, you need to insert the customer name, as well as their testimonial in the editor itself. [\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Then, move down to the section called Testimonials Options<\/em>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]You should add the testimonial to the previously created rotator by marking the \u201cAttach to Rotator\u201d option<\/strong>. Additionally, you can add a star rating<\/strong> (or choose not to show the rating if you don\u2019t want to), author information<\/strong> (such as company name, credentials, etc.), and set the featured testimonial image<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]After you hit the Publish<\/em> button, you can keep adding more testimonials by repeating the same process.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Once you\u2019re done with adding all the testimonials, head to Testimonials >> All Rotators<\/em> page. Then, copy the Use Rotator Settings<\/em> shortcode<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Testimonial <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]From then on, you can add this shortcode to any page or post where you wish to have your testimonials shown. Also, you can go to Appearance >> Widgets<\/em> and add your shortcode to your sidebar area by pasting the shortcode in the Text widget.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Widget <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Finally, go ahead to the page or post in question to preview the look of your testimonials.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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Adding Rotating WordPress Testimonials in Qode Themes<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Right off the bat, we have to mention that while most of Qode themes have the option to add a testimonial carousel to your page, the look and its options may slightly vary depending on the theme you\u2019re using<\/strong>. With that said, we\u2019re going to show you how to add rotating WordPress testimonials in Qode themes using the Tonda theme<\/a> as a general example.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]To set testimonials in Qode themes, you should head to Testimonials >> Add New<\/em> located in your WordPress admin (Tonda Testimonials >> Add New<\/em> on the Tonda theme). Once you create your testimonials here, you can display them on any page or post with a shortcode.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]There is also an option called Testimonials Categories<\/em> that allows you to create categories and group testimonials according to a specific category<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Also, the Testimonials<\/em> screen allows you to examine every testimonial that has been created. We have to note, though, that the name of this option varies from theme to theme (Tonda Testimonials<\/em>, in our case).[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]

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\n \"Tonda <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]After accessing Testimonials >> Add New<\/em> and adding the title, you will be able to enter some necessary data such as the author name, testimonial text, author\u2019s website, and rating.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]On the right side of the screen, you will get to add a testimonials category and an author image.
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\n \"Tonda <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]You should hit the Publish<\/em> button to save all changes.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]After you\u2019re done with creating your testimonials, you can proceed to add them to your page or post with the help of a Testimonials<\/em> shortcode. Even though the Tonda theme in particular only comes with the WPBakery page builder, some Qode themes only use Elementor or allow you to choose between both builders to create their pages. Still, you should note that both WPBakery and Elementor allow you to add the same testimonials shortcode to your page\/post, and the shortcode itself is generally very easy to find in both page builders.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Once you\u2019re in the editor of your page builder, simply click on the plus icon and add a new element called Testimonials<\/em>.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]In the General settings<\/em> tab, you will be able to set some basic options, such as specifying the number of testimonials, entering the category of the testimonials you wish to add, and so on.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Again, these settings may vary from theme to theme, but they still come with a similar set of options overall.
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\n \"Tonda <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]The Slider Settings<\/em> tab will allow you to bring your rotating testimonials to life. Here, you will get to enable (or disable) slider loop, slider autoplay, and navigation arrows, set the slide duration as well as the duration of the slide animation itself, etc.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”50px”]
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\n \"Tonda <\/div>\n<\/div>[vc_empty_space height=”38px”][vc_column_text]Once you configure all the testimonial and slider settings, click on Save changes<\/em> and hit the Publish\/Update<\/em> button.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]Here\u2019s the final result:
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Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]If you want to market your brand, products, or services to your customers in a credible and trustworthy manner, you should consider putting up rotating WordPress testimonials on your website. Having legitimate opinions from your satisfied customers displayed on your web page can influence the way other people regard your brand and products, encouraging them to take that final, decisive step and make a purchase of their own.
\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”28px”][vc_column_text]A plugin such as Testimonials Rotator can help you insert modern and professional-looking testimonials on your website in a manner of minutes<\/strong>, completely for free. Alternatively, if you use one of the many Qode Interactive themes, you will easily add your testimonials using the WPBakery or Elementor page builder. You will also get to adjust your slider settings to make your testimonials even more striking as they rotate on your page.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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