install
Shortcode and block setup
Use [tells_widget] to inherit site settings, or force mode="public" / mode="licensed" per page.
support docs / tells / wordpress
Install tells, then make the first launch boring.
This is the quick path for the tells WordPress plugin: install the plugin, choose public demo or licensed embed, and place the widget without guessing where the settings live. The plugin is live on WordPress.org with fewer than 10 active installs, so the goal here is to remove friction, not add pages.
free demo mode included
licensed embed for practitioners
shortcode + Gutenberg block
demo
Public demo mode
No account needed. Good for education pages, articles, and lead magnets that need a live signal before a reader leaves the page.
paid
Practitioner embed mode
For coaches, mediators, recruiters, and communication practices that want branded intake and account-backed usage logs.
help
Troubleshooting
If the widget feels too short, set a taller height. If the shortcode does not render, paste it into a shortcode block or module.
common fixes
When people get stuck, it is usually one of four things.
Most install friction comes from the same misses: the plugin is installed but not activated, the widget is placed on a page without the shortcode block, the page height is too short for the result view, or the site is still in public mode when the user expects licensed mode. This page and the walkthrough below cover each of those in plain English.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a tells account for the public demo?
No. The public demo works without any account or license key. Install, activate, and place [tells_widget].
How do I switch from demo mode to licensed mode?
Go to Settings → tells, choose licensed mode, and paste your embed JWT. You can still override mode per page when needed.
Can I use the plugin with Elementor, Divi, or Beaver Builder?
Yes. Any builder that supports WordPress shortcodes can render the widget. If your builder has a shortcode element, place [tells_widget] there.
What if I want a client-facing setup checklist?
Use this support page together with the WordPress plugin page and the install page on voiddo.com. The links at the top are the shortest route.
Open the WordPress.org listing, activate the plugin, then use the support page and walkthrough to finish the setup. If you are publishing a site for coaches, mediators, recruiters, or communication training, this is the install path that keeps the reader on your domain and gets the widget live without a second decision point.