We’re thrilled to announce the release of Version 4.80 of Add Custom Codes – Free WordPress plugin, a feature-rich update designed to give you greater control, safety, and flexibility over your custom code integrations in WordPress. If you’re a developer, site owner, or marketer, this update brings a range of enhancements that make managing custom code easier, safer, and more efficient, without touching your theme files or worrying about site-breaking errors.
Why Use Add Custom Codes?
Add Custom Codes is a lightweight yet powerful plugin that lets you insert any type of custom code into your WordPress site that is globally or conditionally, in just a few clicks. And the best thing – it is Completely Free to Use, No Paid Upgrades!
Here’s what you can use this plugin for:
- Insert tracking scripts (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, Hotjar, etc.)
- Add custom PHP logic, CSS styling, or JavaScript behavior
- Place meta verification codes for services like Google Search Console or Bing Webmaster Tools
- Use HTML blocks as reusable snippets or display content via shortcodes
All without editing your theme’s functions.php or risking errors that bring your site down.
What’s New in Add Custom Codes v4.80?
1. Add Any Type of Snippet
With just a few clicks, you can now add:
- PHP snippets
- CSS styles
- JavaScript functions
- HTML blocks
- Meta verification tags
- Third-party scripts (Google Analytics, Tag Manager, Facebook Pixel, etc.)
Save hours by managing all your integrations from a central dashboard, rather than installing multiple separate plugins.
2. PHP Code Validation & Auto-Deactivation for Safety
One of the biggest fears when inserting PHP code is breaking your entire site due to a missing semicolon or syntax error. With v4.80:
- PHP code is validated at runtime before being injected into the website
- If the snippet causes a fatal error at runtime, it’s automatically deactivated
- You also get clear error messages with the new Snippet Health indicator
Perfect for beginners and advanced users who want to test code safely without using FTP to recover their site.
3. Dark Mode and Syntax Highlighting for a Better Coding Experience
The editor now features:
- CodeMirror integration for syntax highlighting
- Light and Dark Mode support for comfortable coding at any time
If you prefer a clean light interface or a developer-friendly dark layout, this makes working with custom code more pleasant and efficient.
4. Tags and Notes to Organize Snippets
Managing dozens of snippets can get messy, which is why v4.80 introduces:
- Tags: Label and group your snippets for easy filtering
- Notes: Add internal notes to explain the purpose of each snippet
This makes team collaboration and code reuse much simpler, especially on larger projects.
5. Import & Export Snippets Between Sites
Do you run multiple websites or want to back up your snippets?
With the new Import/Export tool:
- You can export all or selected snippets into a JSON file
- Then import them into another WordPress site using the same plugin
- Navigate to Add Custom Codes -> Import/Export to experience the functionality.
Simplify your workflows, reuse customizations across multiple projects, and never lose your valuable code again.
6. Shortcodes for HTML Snippets
You can now generate shortcodes from HTML snippets and use them inside:
- Posts and pages
- Widgets
- Gutenberg blocks
- WooCommerce product descriptions
This means you can manage reusable content blocks from a single place and update them globally.
7. Page or Taxonomy Specific Header and Footer Codes
Our old feature that lets you insert custom code directly while editing individual posts, pages, products, taxonomies, or any custom post type remains the same.
Inside the post edit screen, you’ll see dedicated fields to add:
- Custom code before </head>
- Custom code before </body>
This makes it extremely easy to apply tracking pixels, scripts, or meta tags on a per-page basis, without touching templates or using third-party plugins.
Also, there’s an option to Disable global codes on specific pages. This gives you fine control over which scripts load and where, improving performance and code management flexibility. Ideal for marketers, SEOs, and developers who need targeted script injection without site-wide impact.
Built for Developers and Non-Tech Users Alike
While Add Custom Codes offers developer-friendly features like syntax validation and code highlighting, it also serves to non-coders with:
- Clean, intuitive interface
- Toggle buttons to activate/inactivate snippets
- Clear error messages and visual indicators
There’s no need to manually edit your theme or install multiple bloated plugins. Add Custom Codes gives you everything in one streamlined tool.
How to Update
You can update to v4.80 directly from your WordPress dashboard under Plugins > Installed Plugins. Or download the latest version from the official WordPress Plugin page.
What’s Coming Next?
We’re actively working on even more improvements:
- Scheduled snippets (publish/deactivate on specific dates)
- Snippet history and rollback
- Role-based access for teams
Connect with us on social media or explore our latest blog posts for recent insights and updates.
We’d Love to Hear from You!
Your voice shapes the future of Add Custom Codes. We’d love to hear how you’re using this and what you’d like to see next. Share your experience by leaving comments through our social media page, because your feedback doesn’t just help us improve; it helps others unlock the full potential of the plugin.
