Displaying authentic Google reviews alongside your WooCommerce store testimonials creates unmatched social proof and reassures first-time shoppers. ReviewX features a native Google Reviews integration module that connects directly to Google Places API.
How to Connect Google Business Reviews #
- In your WordPress admin sidebar, navigate to ReviewX → Google Review.
- Under the Configuration tab, you will see the Google Business reviews setup panel [1].
- Enter your credentials:
- Google API Key: Enter your Google Cloud Places API key. Ensure the Places API (New) is enabled in your Google Cloud Console.
- Google Place ID or URL: Enter your unique Google Maps Place ID or paste your public Google Maps business profile URL.
- Click the blue Connect button at the bottom right.
Displaying Google Reviews on Your Store #
Once connected, navigate to the Widget settings tab within the Google Review screen. Here you can configure how imported Google reviews are displayed across your site — including rating thresholds (e.g. show only 4-star and 5-star Google feedback) and layout themes.
