Shorthand for WordPress installation instructions
1. Download the plugin
No need to unzip it — you’ll upload it to WordPress as a ZIP file.
2. Log in to WordPress
You'll need administrator permissions to install the plugin.
3. Upload the plugin
- Go to 'Plugins'
- Click 'Add Plugin', then 'Upload Plugin'
- Select the ZIP file you downloaded
- Click 'Install Now'
4. Activate
Once installation is complete, click 'Activate Plugin' to connect your Shorthand workspace.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the plugin suitable for enterprise teams?
Yes — the plugin is built on Shorthand’s ISO 27001 and SOC 2–compliant infrastructure and is enterprise-ready.
What support is available for the plugin?
Shorthand's industry-leading support is available to all customers, whether they're creating in WordPress or on the Shorthand site. Get in touch with our team to discuss your needs.
You can also find up-to-date help documention on our support site.
Does the plugin auto-update as new features and improvements become available?
Yes, if you have enabled auto-updates for the Shorthand plugin, you'll always be kept on the latest version.
What advantages does the plugin have over using embed code to publish Shorthand stories in WordPress?
The plugin gives you a more seamless way to work. Instead of creating stories in Shorthand and then embedding them into WordPress, you can create, edit, and publish directly inside your CMS — with no switching between tools or copying embed code snippets.
It also changes how your stories are delivered. With the plugin, your story content is served directly from your WordPress site, which typically results in faster load times and a smoother on-page experience for readers. Faster load times can also be beneficial for SEO.
How is this plugin different to Shorthand's original WordPress plugin?
Shorthand's original plugin, available since 2016, enables you to pull completed Shorthand stories into WordPress for publishing, but only supports creation of stories in Shorthand's web app (app.shorthand.com).
The new plugin brings the Shorthand editor directly into WordPress, so you can create and publish without switching between tools.
Is the original plugin still supported?
The original plugin is still available, and you can continue using it if it better suits your workflow.
There is no automatic migration from the old plugin to the new one.
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