Display recent posts filtered by post type, category, tag, or author — as a classic widget, Gutenberg block, or shortcode.
Alternatives to Ultimate Sticky Posts Widget
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Display recent local or remote WordPress posts and custom post types with thumbnails, excerpts, dates, categories, and tags.
Display recent posts in a list, vertical slider, or responsive Swiper layout. Highly customizable via widget, shortcode, and Gutenberg block.
List the most recent posts with post titles, thumbnails, excerpts, authors, categories, dates and more!
Show recent posts with thumbnails, category filters, excerpts, and list or card layouts. Use a native block, classic widget, or shortcode.
Category Posts Blockv5.1.2
Shows a list of recent posts from a category - with thumbnails, excerpt and a load more button. For posts, pages and the Site Editor.
Build a list or grid layout of any post type (posts, products, pages + more).
Sticky Posts Limitv1.0.1
Limit the number of sticky posts automatically. Keep your featured posts clean, controlled, and clutter-free.
Display recent posts from any category as a modern, stylish widget on any page on your website.
Recentlyv4.2.2
A highly customizable, feature-packed Recent Posts widget!