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To create a popup in WordPress using a plugin, the easiest and most popular method is to use a popup plugin like Popup Maker, Elementor Popup, or WP Popups.

Below is a simple step-by-step guide using the Popup Maker plugin (free and beginner-friendly):

Step 1: Install Popup Maker Plugin

1. Go to your WordPress dashboard

2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New

3. Search for Popup Maker

4. Click Install Now, then Activate

Step 2: Create a New Popup

1. Go to Popup Maker > Add Popup

2. Enter a Popup Name (e.g., Newsletter Popup)

3. In the Popup Editor, add content (text, images, forms, etc.)

   • You can even insert shortcodes (like Contact Form 7 forms)

4. Scroll down to Popup Settings

   • Under Triggers, click Add New Trigger
   • Choose Time Delay / Auto Open, click Add
   • Set delay time (e.g., 5 seconds)

Step 3: Choose Display Settings

1. Scroll to Targeting section

2. By default, it shows on All Pages

   • You can change it to specific pages/posts if needed

Step 4: Publish the Popup

1. Click Publish

2. Visit your site → wait for the popup to appear after the delay

Step 5: Customize Popup Design (Optional)

• Go to Popup Maker > All Popups > Edit
• Use the Popup Theme settings to adjust:
  • Width, background color, borders, animation
  • Close button location and behavior

Example: Use Popup With Contact Form

If you want to show a form in the popup:

1. Create a form using Contact Form 7

2. Copy the shortcode (e.g., [contact-form-7 id="123" title="Popup Form"])

3. Paste it into your popup content

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