Exclude a Category From the Recent Posts Widget
Keeps posts from the categories you choose out of the classic Recent Posts widget, for example sponsored posts or internal news.
Snippet Library
Widgets snippets for WordPress
Snippets for widgets and sidebars: restore the classic widget screen, register new widget areas, remove default widgets and allow shortcodes in text widgets. For classic themes and sites that still lean on sidebars.
Hide the Current Post From the Recent Posts Widget
Stops the classic Recent Posts widget from listing the post that is currently being viewed.
Recent Posts Widget Follows the Current Category
Makes the classic Recent Posts widget list posts from the same category as the post being read, turning it into a simple related posts list.
Recent Posts Widget Includes Custom Post Types
Makes the Recent Posts widget list your custom post types, such as portfolio items, recipes or events, together with blog posts.
Recent Posts Widget With Thumbnails
Adds a "Recent Posts With Thumbnails" widget that lists your latest posts with a small featured image and optional date, for classic sidebars.