How to Link Google Reviews to Your WordPress Website in 2025

Displaying Google Reviews on your WordPress website can boost trust and conversions, especially for small businesses hosted on Hostinger. With 93% of consumers influenced by online reviews (BrightLocal, 2025), showcasing Google Reviews provides powerful social proof. Whether you’re running a blog, e-commerce store, or local service, this beginner-friendly guide will show you how to link Google Reviews to your WordPress website in 2025 using Hostinger’s WordPress-optimized hosting. New to WordPress? Start with How I Built My First Website in 30 Minutes – and How You Can Too in 2025.

Why Link Google Reviews to Your WordPress Website?

  • Build Trust: Authentic reviews reassure visitors, increasing engagement.
  • Boost Conversions: Social proof drives actions like purchases or sign-ups.
  • Improve SEO: Review schema can display star ratings in Google search results, boosting click-through rates by up to 30% (Moz, 2025). Learn more in SEO for New Websites: A Beginner’s Guide for 2025.
  • Enhance Local SEO: Ideal for small businesses targeting local customers.

Below are three easy methods to integrate Google Reviews into your Hostinger-hosted WordPress site.

Option 1: Add a Simple Text Link to Your Google Reviews Page

Best for: Quick setup, minimal effort, direct social proof

This method links directly to your Google Business Profile’s reviews page, ideal for small businesses with limited technical skills.

Steps:

  1. Find Your Reviews Page:
    • Search your business name on Google (e.g., “Your Business Name + city”).
    • Click the reviews count or “Google Reviews” section in the Google Maps listing.
    • Copy the URL from the address bar (e.g., https://www.google.com/maps/place/YourBusinessName/reviews).
  2. Add the Link to Your WordPress Site:
    • In Hostinger’s hPanel or WordPress editor, add the link to a button, text, or CTA.
    • Example HTML for a styled button:<a href="https://www.google.com/maps/place/YourBusinessName/reviews" target="_blank" rel="noopener" class="btn btn-primary">See Our Google Reviews</a>
    • Style the button using Hostinger’s website builder or a WordPress theme like Astra. Explore options in Best WordPress Themes for Beginners (2025 Edition).
  3. Test the Link:
    • Ensure it opens in a new tab (target="_blank") and works correctly.
    • Use Hostinger’s staging tool to test without affecting your live site.

Pro Tip: Place the link in your footer, header, or “Testimonials” section. Hostinger’s LiteSpeed servers ensure fast loading, keeping visitors engaged. See Hostinger Review 2025: Is It the Best Cheap Hosting for Small Businesses? for hosting details.

Option 2: Embed Google Reviews with a WordPress Plugin

Best for: Displaying star ratings and review text directly on your site

Hostinger’s one-click WordPress installation makes plugins the easiest way to embed Google Reviews as sliders, grids, or widgets, enhancing user engagement.

Recommended Plugins:

Here’s a comparison of top plugins for displaying Google Reviews:

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      ["Google Reviews Widget", "Yes", "Very easy", "Simple sidebar widget, lightweight"],
      ["Trustindex Google Reviews", "Yes/Paid", "Moderate", "Advanced styling, multi-platform support"]
    ]
  },
  "options": {
    "responsive": true,
    "plugins": {
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Steps:

  1. Install a Plugin:
  2. Connect Your Google Business Profile:
    • Find your Google Place ID using Google’s Place ID Finder or your Google Business Profile.
    • Enter the Place ID in the plugin settings to pull reviews.
  3. Customize and Display:
    • Choose a layout (slider, grid, or sidebar widget).
    • Filter reviews (e.g., 4★+ only) for positive impact.
    • Add the shortcode (e.g., [wp_google_reviews]) or block to your homepage, testimonial page, or sidebar.
  4. Style to Match Your Site:

Pro Tip: If the plugin slows your site, optimize with How to Speed Up Your WordPress Site in 2025: Beginner’s Guide. For display issues, see WordPress Troubleshooting for Beginners: Fix Common Issues in 2025.

Option 3: Embed Google Reviews with Third-Party Tools

Best for: Non-WordPress sites or advanced customization

If you’re using Hostinger’s AI website builder or need more control, third-party tools can generate Google Reviews widgets.

Recommended Tools:

  • Elfsight: Customizable widgets with free/paid plans.
  • EmbedSocial: Live reviews with advanced filtering.
  • Trustindex: Embed codes for non-WordPress sites.

Steps:

  1. Sign Up for a Tool:
    • Visit Elfsight, EmbedSocial, or Trustindex and create an account.
    • Enter your Google Place ID to connect reviews.
  2. Generate the Embed Code:
    • Customize the widget (layout, review count, star colors).
    • Copy the script tag (e.g., <script src="https://elfsight.com/widget"></script>).
  3. Add to Your WordPress Site:
    • In Hostinger’s hPanel or WordPress editor, paste the script into an HTML block or page code.
    • Place in a “Testimonials” or “Trust” section.
  4. Test and Optimize:
    • Ensure fast loading with Hostinger’s LiteSpeed servers.
    • Check mobile responsiveness using Hostinger’s preview tools.

Pro Tip: For blogging tips to complement your reviews, see How to Write Your First Blog Post.

Where to Place Google Reviews on Your WordPress Website

  • Homepage: Add a “Testimonials” section below the hero banner.
  • Landing Pages: Place near CTAs for social proof.
  • About Page: Include below your business story or team intro.
  • Sidebar Widget: Display on every page, ideal for local businesses.

Protect review data with Hostinger’s free SSL and backups. Learn more in Beginner’s Guide to WordPress Backups & Security (2025).

Boost SEO with Schema Markup for Star Ratings

Adding Review or AggregateRating schema can display star ratings in Google search results, increasing clicks. Here’s a sample for your WordPress site:

Sample JSON-LD Schema Code:

<script type="application/ld+json">
{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "LocalBusiness",
  "name": "Your Business Name",
  "aggregateRating": {
    "@type": "AggregateRating",
    "ratingValue": "4.7",
    "reviewCount": "50"
  },
  "review": [
    {
      "@type": "Review",
      "author": {
        "@type": "Person",
        "name": "Customer Name"
      },
      "reviewRating": {
        "@type": "Rating",
        "ratingValue": "5"
      },
      "reviewBody": "Amazing service and fast hosting with Hostinger!"
    }
  ]
}
</script>

Steps:

  1. Customize:
    • Replace “Your Business Name,” “4.7,” “50,” and review details with your data.
  2. Add to WordPress:
    • Use a plugin like Rank Math or Header and Footer Scripts to add to the <head> section.
    • Alternatively, paste into Hostinger’s code editor.
  3. Test:
    • Verify with Google’s Rich Results Test.
    • Monitor in Google Search Console.

For advanced SEO, see SEO for New Websites: A Beginner’s Guide for 2025.

Why Hostinger for Google Reviews?

Hostinger’s LiteSpeed servers, NVMe storage, and WordPress optimization ensure review widgets load quickly. Starting at $2.99/month, the Premium plan includes unlimited bandwidth and a free domain, perfect for small businesses. Compare plans in Top Hosting Providers Compared for 2025: Hostinger Leads the Pack. Ready to start? Sign up for Hostinger today and test your review setup with their 30-day money-back guarantee.

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