Jetpack Blocks

Jetpack blocks offer solutions to help create content, integrate content from third-party services, monetize your site, and make your site more interactive and engaging.

What are blocks?

In 2018, WordPress 5.0 officially introduced the default block-based editor, also referred to as the Gutenberg editor. Blocks are the elements that make up a page or post — paragraphs, headings, quotes, images, videos, buttons, and more. Each item on a page is its own block, you can edit and move each one independently to create totally custom layouts.

Jetpack extends the default functionality of the WordPress block editor by giving you access to an array of additional blocks to build engaging pages and posts.

For more information on blocks, you can refer to the WordPress Block Editor guide on WordPress.com.

Note: blocks are incompatible with the Classic Editor, but if you’d like to explore the blocks option and maintain the familiarity of the Classic Editor, please refer to our suggestions in the section Using Blocks and the Classic Editor.

How can I activate Jetpack Blocks?

Jetpack Blocks are activated by default. To activate or deactivate them, navigate to Jetpack → Settings → Writing in WP Admin, then scroll down to the Composing section and click on the toggle next to “Jetpack Blocks…”

How can I add Jetpack blocks?

You can add a block clicking on the + button, also called the Block Inserter, as explained in this guide. You’ll then recognize all the Jetpack blocks from the Jetpack green color, or can locate them all under the Jetpack block category:

You can also search for a block by name using the search box or by typing a forward slash followed by the block name, e.g., /payments.

Note that some Jetpack blocks require certain Jetpack features to be enabled, and some require a Jetpack plan. See the list below for further details.

Which blocks does Jetpack include?

The following is a list of all blocks currently available in Jetpack.

Text

Blocks to help with writing and editing content.

Jetpack AI Assistant – leverage AI to to draft, transform, translate both new and existing content.
Jetpack AI Search – allow visitors to ask questions and gets replies powered by AI and your site content.
Markdown – create formatted content using only regular characters and some punctuation marks.
Writing Prompt – get a prompt to start your writing, and include a link to other people’s writing on the same topic in the WordPress.com Reader.
Top Posts & Pages Block – allows users to showcase popular content on their site.
Blog Stats – allows users to showcase site statistics on the site’s front-end. Users can display views and visitor statistics for individual posts and/or the whole site.

Media

Blocks to add variety in displaying media on your site.

Image Compare – display and compare the differences between two images side by side.
Tiled Gallery – display image galleries as a tiled mosaic, circular grid, square tiles, or tiled columns.
Slideshow – insert an image slideshow into a post or page.
Story – Combine photos and videos to create an engaging, tappable, full-screen slideshow.

Widgets

Blocks to add original functionalities to the site.

Star Rating – allows site authors to add a visual review rating to the site.
Repeat Visitor – control the visibility of its nested block(s) depending on how many times a visitor has visited the page.

Embeds

Blocks to easily integrate third-party services.

Facebook – embed content from Facebook, using Jetpack’s API.
Instagram – embed content from Instagram, using Jetpack’s API.
Latest Instagram Posts – display your most recent images from Instagram.
Loom – embed a Loom video.
Descript – embed a Descript audio or video link.
Eventbrite Checkout – embed Eventbrite events.
GIF – search for an animated GIF image from Giphy and and embed it directly on your site.
Google Calendar – embed a Google Calendar on a post or page.
Goodreads – integrates your Goodreads profile into your site.
Map – add a map to any post or page on your site.
Podcast Player – display a list of recent episodes from a podcast and play them right from your site.
Related Posts – suggest additional posts related to the one the visitor is currently reading.

Forms

Easily setup forms for various purposes.

When adding the Form block, it offers you the option to add one of these readily available templates:

Contact Form – a simple contact form to your post or page.
RSVP Form – a form allowing your visitors to confirm their presence at an upcoming event.
Registration Form – allow your visitors to register for a membership, club, group, etc.
Appointment Form – add a form where you can select a preferred appointment time and date.
Feedback Form – a form to your site to collect your visitors’ feedback.
Salesforce Lead Form – a form that’ll send submissions directly to Salesforce.

You can also customize the form templates or create your own form by using these form field blocks:

Text Input Field
Name Field
Email Field
URL Field
Date Picker
Phone Number Field

Multi-line Text Field
Checkbox
Terms Consent
Multiple Choice (Checkbox)
Single Choice (Radio)
Dropdown Field

Monetize

Blocks to help generate revenue.

Donations Form – accept credit and debit card payments for donations, powered by Stripe.
OpenTable – add reservations via OpenTable.
Pay with PayPal – add a payment button to accept payments for physical/digital products, or donations.
Tock – add a reservation form via Tock, on your restaurant’s website.
Ad – insert an Ad unit anywhere within the content of any post, page, or widget area.
Payments – add a payment button to process credit or debit card payments, powered by Stripe.
Payment Buttons – add different payment buttons for various payment plans within a single block, powered by Stripe.
Paywall – display a portion of the post and restrict the remaining content to all subscribers or paying subscribers only.

Grow

Blocks to help expand your site growth.

Business Hours – display your business’s opening hours on your site.
Calendly – allow visitors to schedule one-on-one appointments, group events, and team meetings directly from your website.
Contact Info – add your contact information (email address, physical address, phone number) to any post or page.
Like – Insert the Like Block in any of your page templates so your readers can show their appreciation for your posts and pages.
Mailchimp – allows visitors to join your Mailchimp list.
Paid Content – monetize your site by accepting various payment plans for exclusive access to content you create, powered by Stripe.
Sharing Buttons – add sharing buttons so visitors can share your posts and pages on social media with a couple of quick clicks.
WhatsApp Button – allow site visitors to send you a message to inquire about your product or services or to ask for support.
Subscribe – insert a subscription form to enable your readers to get notifications when you publish new posts.
Subscriber Login – allows members and subscribers to log in and access their account and subscription details.
Blogroll – display sites that you recommend to people visiting your website.
Nextdoor – embed posts from the Nextdoor social platform to your website.

Using Blocks and the Classic Editor

The Classic Editor does not support blocks, however, to help you transition to the Block editor, here are two ways to get gradually acquainted.

Note: It may happen that an editor included in a custom theme or plugin might prevent you from using the Block Editor. In that case, please contact the respective plugin or theme author for further assistance.

Method 1 – Use the Classic block. If you have the Classic Editor plugin installed, you will first need to deactivate it, under Plugins → Installed Plugins in your WP Admin dashboard. With the Classic Editor disabled, you’ll have access to the default WordPress Block editor which includes the Classic block. The Classic block looks the Classic Editor, with the Custom TinyMCE buttons toolbar in the block.

Method 2 – Enable the Block Editor in the Classic Editor plugin. The Classic Editor plugin gives you the option to enable the Block editor, therefore giving you access to both editors, you can turn it on under Settings → Writing in your WP Admin dashboard. You can select the Block editor as the Default editor for all users, then for the option Allow users to switch editors, select Yes.