Title: Add as Preferred Source on Google Author: Mathew Published: September 9, 2025 Last modified: May 5, 2026 --- Search plugins ![](https://ps.w.org/add-as-preferred-source/assets/banner-772x250.png?rev=3445686) ![](https://ps.w.org/add-as-preferred-source/assets/icon-256x256.png?rev=3445686) # Add as Preferred Source on Google By [Mathew](https://profiles.wordpress.org/mathewt/) [Download](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/add-as-preferred-source.1.2.zip) * [Details](https://wordpress.org/plugins/add-as-preferred-source/#description) * [Reviews](https://wordpress.org/plugins/add-as-preferred-source/#reviews) * [Installation](https://wordpress.org/plugins/add-as-preferred-source/#installation) * [Development](https://wordpress.org/plugins/add-as-preferred-source/#developers) [Support](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/) ## Description Add as Preferred Source on Google plugin displays a banner and inline button on your website that directs visitors to Google’s preferred sources feature. When clicked, the banner takes users to Google’s preferences page where they can add your site as a preferred source for their personalized search results. **What it does:** * Displays a customizable banner on your website * Links to Google’s preferred sources feature * Allows users to set your site as a preferred source in their Google Search settings * Provides banner customization options (colors, text, position) * Includes device-specific display controls * Controls exactly where the banner appears with Display Rules (all pages, posts only, pages only, or front page only) * Excludes specific categories or individual posts/pages from showing the banner * Triggers the banner immediately on page load, after the visitor scrolls a set percentage, or after a time delay * Tracks impressions, clicks, and dismissals with a built-in 30-day analytics dashboard **About Google Preferred Sources:** Google’s preferred sources is a feature that allows users to indicate which sources they want to see more of in their search results. This is a Google feature, not affiliated with this plugin. Users who add your site as a preferred source may see your content more frequently in their personalized search results. **DISCLAIMER:** This plugin is not associated with Google and was created to help website owners make a banner and inline card for adding their sites to Google’s Preferred Source. The term “Google” is used solely to convey the plugin’s function, and we are not related to Google in any way. **Plugin Features:** * Customizable banner text with website name variable * Color customization for background and text * Position control (top or bottom of page) * Device-specific display (mobile, desktop, or both) * Cookie-based dismissal (banner stays hidden for 7 days after user closes it) * Responsive design * Translation ready * **Display Rules** — show the banner everywhere, on posts only, pages only, or the front page only; exclude specific categories or individual post/page IDs * **Display Trigger** — show immediately on page load, after the visitor scrolls a configurable percentage of the page (10–90%), or after a set time delay (1– 60 seconds) * **Click-Through Analytics Dashboard** — view 30-day impressions, clicks, dismissals, and click rate with a visual bar chart directly in the admin **Technical Requirements:** * WordPress 5.0 or higher * PHP 7.2 or higher * Modern web browser with JavaScript enabled ### Configuration After installation, go to **Settings > Add as Preferred Source** in your WordPress admin to configure the plugin. **Step 1: Basic Settings** * **Enable Banner:** Check this box to activate the banner on your website. The banner will not appear until this is enabled. * **Website Name:** Enter your website or publication name. This defaults to your WordPress site title but can be customized. This name will replace the {website_name} placeholder in your banner text. * **Banner Text:** Customize the message displayed to visitors. Default text is“ Add as a preferred source on Google”. You can use the placeholder {website_name} anywhere in your text, and it will be automatically replaced with the website name you specified above. - Example: “Add {website_name} as your preferred source on Google” - Example: “Get more content from {website_name} – add us as a preferred source” * **Banner Position:** Choose where the banner appears on your website: - **Top:** Banner appears at the top of the page, above all content - **Bottom:** Banner appears at the bottom of the page (recommended for better user experience) **Step 2: Appearance Customization** * **Banner Background Color:** Click the color picker to choose a background color that matches your website design. Default is dark gray (#1a1a1a). * **Text Color:** Select the color for the banner text and close button. Ensure good contrast with your background color for readability. Default is white (# ffffff). **Step 3: Display Options** * **Show on Mobile:** Check this box to display the banner on mobile devices (phones and tablets). * **Show on Desktop:** Check this box to display the banner on desktop computers and laptops. You can enable both, or choose to show the banner only on specific device types based on your audience preferences. **Step 4: Save and Test** 1. Click **Save Changes** to apply your settings 2. Visit your website to see the banner in action 3. Click the banner to test the Google redirect functionality 4. Use the close (×) button to test the dismissal feature **Testing Tips:** * Clear your browser cache and any server/plugin caches after making changes * Test in incognito/private browsing mode to see the banner fresh* Add a parameter to your URL (e.g., ?test=1) to bypass cache * Check on different devices based on your display settings * The banner will stay hidden for 7 days after a user closes it **Preview Feature:** The settings page includes a live preview that updates as you modify colors, text, and position. This helps you see how the banner will look before saving changes. **Step 5: Display Trigger** Control when the banner appears to a visitor: * **Immediately on page load** — the banner shows as soon as the page finishes loading (default behaviour). * **After user scrolls** — the banner only appears once the visitor has scrolled a set percentage of the page. You can choose any value between 10% and 90% in 5% increments. Useful for keeping the banner out of the way until the reader is engaged with your content. * **After a time delay** — the banner waits a number of seconds (1–60) before appearing. This lets visitors settle in before the prompt is shown. **Step 6: Display Rules** Target exactly which pages show the banner: * **Everywhere** — the banner appears on all pages and posts across your site ( default). * **Posts only** — restricts the banner to single post pages. * **Pages only** — restricts the banner to static WordPress pages. * **Front page only** — shows the banner exclusively on your site’s home/front page. You can further refine visibility with two exclusion options: * **Exclude Categories** — search for and select any categories whose posts should never show the banner. The picker supports live search so you can find categories quickly without loading a long list. * **Exclude Post/Page IDs** — enter a comma-separated list of post or page IDs to suppress the banner on specific pieces of content. **Step 7: Analytics Dashboard** Open the **Analytics** tab on the settings page to view banner performance over the last 30 days: * **Impressions** — how many times the banner was displayed to visitors. * **Clicks** — how many visitors clicked through to the Google preferences page. * **Dismissals** — how many visitors closed the banner without clicking. * **Click Rate** — the percentage of impressions that resulted in a click (clicks ÷ impressions). A colour-coded bar chart shows the daily breakdown of all three metrics so you can spot trends at a glance. Data is stored locally in your WordPress database and requires no third-party services. ## Screenshots * [[ * Plugin settings page with customization options and live preview * [[ * Banner display on website frontend as top * [[ * Inline button card settings page with customization options and live preview . Inline button display on website frontend * [[ * Analytics page showing the impressions, clicks, dismissals, and click-through rate over 30 days ## Installation **Automatic Installation:** 1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard 2. Go to Plugins > Add New 3. Search for “Add as Preferred Source” 4. Click “Install Now” and then “Activate” 5. Go to Settings > Add as Preferred Source to configure **Manual Installation:** 1. Download the plugin zip file 2. Upload via Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin 3. Activate the plugin 4. Go to Settings > Add as Preferred Source to configure **Configuration:** 1. Enable the banner in plugin settings 2. Customize banner text and colors 3. Choose display position and device settings 4. Save settings ## FAQ ### Is this plugin affiliated with Google? No. This plugin is not associated with Google. It was created to help website owners make a banner and inline card for adding their sites to Google’s Preferred Source. The term “Google” is used solely to convey the plugin’s function, and we are not related to Google in any way. ### What are Google preferred sources? Google preferred sources is a feature that lets users indicate which sources they prefer to see in their search results. This is a Google feature that affects individual users’ personalized search results. ### Does this guarantee better search rankings? No. This plugin only provides a way for users to access Google’s preferred sources feature. It does not guarantee improved search rankings or visibility. ### How does the banner work? The banner displays on your website according to your settings. When clicked, it opens Google’s preferences page where users can add your site as a preferred source. ### Can I customize the banner appearance? Yes. You can customize the text, colors, position, and choose which devices display the banner. ### How long does the banner stay hidden after someone closes it? The banner stays hidden for 7 days after a user closes it, using browser cookies to remember the preference. ### Will this affect my website’s performance? The plugin uses minimal resources and should not significantly impact website performance. ### Can I translate the plugin? Yes, the plugin is translation ready and follows WordPress internationalization standards. ### Does the plugin work with all themes? The plugin is designed to work with most WordPress themes. If you experience display issues, check for theme conflicts or contact support. ### What should I do if the banner doesn’t appear? 1. Ensure the banner is enabled in settings 2. Check device display settings match your current device 3. Clear all browser and server caches 4. Test in incognito/private browsing mode 5. Verify there are no JavaScript errors in browser console ### Can I use this on multiple websites? Yes, you can install this plugin on multiple WordPress sites. Each installation has separate settings. ## Reviews ![](https://secure.gravatar.com/avatar/6142ea9b7bf3a24ffc02822f4becc199835c1ea1c25ba7745e89413c11eff870? s=60&d=retro&r=g) ### 󠀁[LOVE IT](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/love-it-4371/)󠁿 [ahmed elhddad](https://profiles.wordpress.org/ahmed-elhddad/) May 1, 2026 1 reply It’s simple, smart, and works very well. I only need to make a few adjustments to my site since it uses Arabic. [ Read all 1 review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/) ## Contributors & Developers “Add as Preferred Source on Google” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin. Contributors * [ Mathew ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/mathewt/) [Translate “Add as Preferred Source on Google” into your language.](https://translate.wordpress.org/projects/wp-plugins/add-as-preferred-source) ### Interested in development? [Browse the code](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/browser/add-as-preferred-source/), check out the [SVN repository](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/add-as-preferred-source/), or subscribe to the [development log](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/add-as-preferred-source/) by [RSS](https://plugins.trac.wordpress.org/log/add-as-preferred-source/?limit=100&mode=stop_on_copy&format=rss). ## Changelog #### 1.2 * New: Analytics dashboard added — track impressions, clicks, dismissals, and click- through rate over 30 days. * New: Display Rules — restrict the banner to posts only, pages only, or front page only; exclude specific categories or post/page IDs. * New: Display Trigger — show the banner immediately on page load, after the visitor scrolls a configurable percentage, or after a time delay. * Improvement: Public-facing JavaScript rewritten in vanilla JS — jQuery dependency removed, script loads in footer. * Improvement: Banner is now keyboard-accessible (`role="button"`, `tabindex="0"`,` Enter`/`Space` key support). * Improvement: Close button selector scoped to the banner element to avoid conflicts with other plugins or themes. #### 1.1 * New: Refactored Inline Button with a modern card design. * New: Added “Post Types” selection for inline button (replacing Content Type). * New: Added Background and Text Color pickers for the inline button. * New: Added “Inline Subtitle” option. * Improvement: Inline button now uses standard Flexbox layout (Layout 2). * Improvement: Fixed image display issues. * Cleanup: Removed “Alignment” settings. #### 1.0.0 * Initial release * Banner display functionality * Customization options for text, colors, and position * Device-specific display controls * Cookie-based dismissal system * Responsive design * Translation support ## Meta * Version **1.2** * Last updated **3 weeks ago** * Active installations **100+** * WordPress version ** 5.0 or higher ** * Tested up to **7.0** * PHP version ** 7.2 or higher ** * Tag * [google search](https://wordpress.org/plugins/tags/google-search/) * [Advanced View](https://wordpress.org/plugins/add-as-preferred-source/advanced/) ## Ratings 5 out of 5 stars. * [ 1 5-star review ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/?filter=5) * [ 0 4-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/?filter=4) * [ 0 3-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/?filter=3) * [ 0 2-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/?filter=2) * [ 0 1-star reviews ](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/?filter=1) [Your review](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/#new-post) [See all reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/add-as-preferred-source/reviews/) ## Contributors * [ Mathew ](https://profiles.wordpress.org/mathewt/) ## Support Got something to say? 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