ReviewScribe can be installed directly from the WordPress.org plugin directory or manually using a ZIP file. Follow the method that best suits your WordPress website.
2.1 Install ReviewScribe from WordPress.org
The easiest way to install ReviewScribe is directly from your WordPress dashboard.
Step 1: Log in to WordPress
Log in to your WordPress website using an administrator account.
Step 2: Open the Plugins page
From the WordPress dashboard, go to:
Plugins → Add New Plugin
Step 3: Search for ReviewScribe
Use the search box in the top-right corner and search for:
ReviewScribe
Look for:
ReviewScribe – WooCommerce Review Plugin, Product Reviews & Review Management
Step 4: Install ReviewScribe
Click Install Now next to ReviewScribe.
WordPress will download and install the latest version of the plugin automatically.
Step 5: Activate the Plugin
After the installation is complete, click Activate.
ReviewScribe is now installed and activated on your website.
2.2 Install ReviewScribe Using a ZIP File
You can also install ReviewScribe manually using the plugin ZIP file.
This method is useful when you have downloaded ReviewScribe from another source or received a plugin ZIP package.
Step 1: Download the ReviewScribe ZIP File
Download the latest ReviewScribe .zip file to your computer.
Important: Do not extract the ZIP file before uploading it through the WordPress dashboard.
Step 2: Open the WordPress Plugin Installer
From your WordPress dashboard, go to:
Plugins → Add New Plugin
Click Upload Plugin at the top of the page.
Step 3: Select the ZIP File
Click Choose File and select the ReviewScribe ZIP file from your computer.
Step 4: Install the Plugin
Click Install Now.
WordPress will upload and install ReviewScribe.
Step 5: Activate ReviewScribe
After the installation is complete, click Activate Plugin.
ReviewScribe is now ready to configure.
2.3 Activate ReviewScribe
If ReviewScribe has already been installed but is not active, you can activate it from the WordPress Plugins page.
Step 1: Open Installed Plugins
Go to:
WordPress Dashboard → Plugins → Installed Plugins
Step 2: Find ReviewScribe
Locate ReviewScribe in the list of installed plugins.
Step 3: Activate the Plugin
Click Activate.
Once activated successfully, ReviewScribe will be available in your WordPress dashboard.
Note: ReviewScribe requires WooCommerce for WooCommerce-specific review functionality. Make sure WooCommerce is installed and activated on your website.
2.4 Access ReviewScribe Dashboard
After activating ReviewScribe, you can access its dashboard from the WordPress administration area.
Step 1: Open the ReviewScribe Menu
From the WordPress dashboard, locate ReviewScribe in the admin menu.
Click ReviewScribe to open the plugin dashboard.
Step 2: Explore the Dashboard
The ReviewScribe dashboard provides access to the plugin’s main features and settings, including:
- Review management
- Review collection
- Review forms
- Email settings
- Review display options
- Import and export tools
- General settings
The available options may vary depending on your ReviewScribe version and license.
2.5 Verify Installation
After installing and activating ReviewScribe, verify that the plugin is working correctly before configuring your review system.
Step 1: Check Plugin Status
Go to:
Plugins → Installed Plugins
Make sure ReviewScribe is listed as Active.
Step 2: Open the ReviewScribe Dashboard
Go to:
WordPress Dashboard → ReviewScribe
Confirm that the ReviewScribe dashboard loads without errors.
Step 3: Check WooCommerce
If you are using ReviewScribe with WooCommerce, go to:
Plugins → Installed Plugins
Make sure WooCommerce is also active.
Step 4: Check the ReviewScribe Settings
Open the ReviewScribe settings and confirm that the available configuration options are displayed correctly.
Installation Complete
ReviewScribe is now successfully installed and activated.
You can continue with the Getting Started section to configure ReviewScribe and start collecting and managing customer reviews.