Installing Google Plus Widget on Your Blog

Google Plus, formerly known as Google+, used to be a social media platform developed by Google. However, in April 2019, Google announced that Google Plus would be shut down for general users due to low engagement and growth. Despite this, many blogs and websites still have Google Plus widgets that were created before the platform's closure.

If you have a blog and wish to install a Google Plus widget for various reasons, such as leaving a social footprint or displaying the number of followers on your Google Plus page from the past, here are the steps to do it:

Step 1: Obtain the Google Plus Widget Code

Before you can install a Google Plus widget on your blog, you need to have the widget code that suits your needs. Unfortunately, as Google Plus has been shut down, you can no longer create new widgets from scratch. However, if you previously had a customized Google Plus widget, you can use that code. If not, you may consider using other social media widgets.

Step 2: Log in to Your Blog Dashboard

Once you have the Google Plus widget code you want to use, log in to your blog dashboard. This means accessing the blogging platform you use, such as WordPress, Blogger, Joomla, or any other platform.

Step 3: Open the Editor or Layout

In your blog dashboard, find the "Editor" or "Layout" option (depending on the platform you use). You will be editing your blog's page or layout to add the widget.

Step 4: Add the Widget

Within your blog's layout, locate the area or spot where you want to place the Google Plus widget. Usually, common places to put widgets are the sidebar, footer, or top of the page.

Step 5: Insert the Google Plus Widget Code

Paste the Google Plus widget code you obtained in Step 1 into the area you've chosen in Step 4. Then, save the changes you've made to your blog layout.

Step 6: Check the Widget Display

After saving the changes to your blog layout, check the appearance of your Google Plus widget. Ensure that the widget displays correctly and as you desire. If any issues arise, you can go back to your blog layout and make adjustments.

Step 7: Consider Alternatives

As a note, Google Plus has been shut down, and widgets associated with this platform might no longer function correctly or may not look appealing. If you wish to maintain a social aspect on your blog, consider using other social media widgets, such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or other popular platforms that are still active.

In composing this article, it's essential to bear in mind that Google Plus has been shut down, and the information contained in this article reflects the situation up to April 2019. If you plan to replace the Google Plus widget with another social media widget, always check and ensure that the widget you choose fits your needs and aligns with the latest developments in the social media landscape.