Quick Start: Add Your First Tool
5 min read Beginner Friendly Last updated: Jun 2026
1. Install the plugin
- Download SiteTools from WordPress.org (launching soon) or install from a release ZIP.
- Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload if using a ZIP, or search for SiteTools once listed.
- Activate the plugin.
2. Add your first tool
Option A — Gutenberg block
- Edit any post or page in the block editor.
- Click + and search for SiteTools Calculator.
- Pick a tool from the sidebar (e.g. EMI Calculator).
- Adjust theme, accent color, and title in the block settings — the preview updates live.
- Publish.
See the Gutenberg block guide for all inspector options.
Option B — Shortcode
Paste a shortcode in any classic editor, shortcode block, or widget area:
[sitetools tool="emi-calculator" theme="light" title="Loan EMI"] 3. Free vs paid tiers
The free plugin includes 15 core tools with a small "Powered by Tools.Town" badge. Paid plans unlock more tools, branding removal, lead capture, and API-backed features. See pricing on the landing page.
4. Embed without WordPress
Every tool on tools.town offers iframe, script, and WordPress snippets on the tool page under Embed & Share. Use the script embed on static sites; use the iframe when you need the exact tools.town UI.
Need help?
Email support@tools.town or ask in the WordPress.org support forum once the plugin is live.