=== SpreadSimple Integration === Contributors: SpreadSimple Tags: shortcode, SpreadSimple, integration Requires at least: 5.0 Tested up to: 6.8 Requires PHP: 5.4 Stable tag: 1.0.5 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html Easily embed and manage SpreadSimple widgets in WordPress. Use Google Sheets to power dynamic websites with SpreadSimple. == Description == SpreadSimple is a no-code website builder that lets users create and manage websites using Google Sheets. Want to add a product catalog or property listings to your site? SpreadSimple makes it easy, allowing you to do so without writing a single line of code. Simply use Google Sheets as your content management system (CMS), and manage or update your content as easily as editing a spreadsheet. ### Add a Google Sheets-powered catalog to your website This integration lets you easily embed websites created with SpreadSimple as responsible widgets onto your website. Add a storefront with the shopping cart and order form, a list of destinations with an interactive map, a catalog of affiliate products, a restaurant menu, a list of vacancies, the latest news block, and more. With just a shortcode, or using Elementor and Gutenberg blocks, you can seamlessly add dynamic widget to your website. Enhance your website with interactive widgets and easily update the content via Google Sheets – all without writing a single line of code. ### What can you create with SpreadSimple? With SpreadSimple, a powerful no-code platform, you can create a variety of interactive widgets using just a Google Sheet. These include: - Maps with pins and listings: Build travel guides, business directories, or store locators. - Location directories: Display categorized listings for real estate, local businesses, or services. - Online menus: Keep your menu always up-to-date via Google Sheets, even on mobile devices. - E-commerce stores: Showcase your goods with filters and search functionality. - Affiliate product lists: Easily manage and display affiliate products alongside the referral links. - Job boards: Create and manage job listings with details such as job descriptions, company names, salaries, etc. - FAQs & Product Updates: Build dynamic FAQ sections or track and display product updates in an organized, easy-to-navigate format. - Digital Downloads: Create a neat platform to sell your digital content: art, e-books, music, checklists, and more. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0UnCu5hsAHc] ###Why choose SpreadSimple? - No-code, hassle-free creation: You can easily create a website without any coding experience. - Google Sheets as a CMS: Easily update content just by editing your spreadsheet. - Effortless updates: Content updates made in the Google Sheets file automatically reflect on the website. - AI Website Builder: Create a website in seconds with AI assistance. - Customizable templates: Select a template for a quick start and easily adapt it to fit your needs. - Multiple add-ons: Enhance your widgets with maps, payment methods, and more. == Privacy Policy == This plugin does not store or process personal data. However, it interacts with SpreadSimple's services to embed widgets. For more details about SpreadSimple's privacy practices, refer to their [Privacy Policy](https://spreadsimple.com/policy). == Screenshots == 1. Create and manage websites using Google Sheets 2. Choose from a variety of templates for a quick start 3. Or generate a website using SpreadSimple AI website builder 4. Enable all the necessary features without a single line of code 5. Power up your website with add-ons: payment methods, maps, WhatsApp, etc 6. Get your shortcode from the plugin settings page. 7. Choose a website from the list and copy the shortcode. 8. You also can get your shortcode directly from the post editor. 9. Integration with Elementor is available. 10. Select a website to embed. 11. Click Insert to add the widget to your page. == Frequently Asked Questions == = What is SpreadSimple? = SpreadSimple is a platform that allows you to build websites using data from Google Sheets. It provides powerful customization options, integrations, and the ability to embed widgets on various platforms. = Do I need a SpreadSimple account to use this plugin? = Yes, this plugin requires you to have an active SpreadSimple account and a configured website. You can learn more about SpreadSimple and sign up at [https://spreadsimple.com/](https://spreadsimple.com/). = How do I embed a widget using this plugin? = You can embed a widget by: 1. Using a shortcode: `[spreadsimple_widget id="your-widget-id"]` 2. Adding a Gutenberg block provided by the plugin. 3. Using the Elementor widget provided by the plugin. = What data is exchanged with SpreadSimple? = The plugin communicates with SpreadSimple's server to render the widget on your website. No sensitive user data is collected or shared by this plugin. = Where can I find more documentation? = For detailed documentation on embedding SpreadSimple widgets, visit [this article](https://help.spreadsimple.com/en/article/embedding-spreadsimple-as-a-widget-into-other-platforms-xorqqu/). = Who should use SpreadSimple? = Whether you’re a small business owner, a content creator, or anyone needing a simple website management solution, SpreadSimple makes it easy to manage and update your site with zero coding experience. == Changelog == = 1.0.3 March 07, 2025 = * Initial release = 1.0.5 March 14, 2025 = * Updated plugin description = 1.0.5 March 25, 2025 = * Updated plugin description