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Animated Link
BWD Animated Link addon for elementor is a WordPress plugin that adds animated link designs to the Elementor page builder. It gives you over 40 preset animation styles you can drop into menus, call-to-action links and other spots on a page, with no coding needed.
- Version
- 1.6
- Released
- Aug 26, 2026
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Elementor
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $3.99 on its own
What’s new in Animated Link 1.6
Version 1.6 · Aug 26, 2026
Latest
What it does
Plain text links can blend into a page, and writing custom CSS animations for each one takes time most site builders would rather spend elsewhere. This addon solves that by giving you a library of ready-made animated link styles inside Elementor. You pick a preset, add your link text, adjust the colors to match your brand and publish. The animation work is already done, so you can add motion to navigation and calls to action in a few minutes.
The plugin is built for Elementor and is meant to work with any Elementor-based WordPress theme, so it fits into the site you already have. Links are responsive across devices and behave consistently in major browsers. The code follows W3C standards, and a .pot file is included so you can translate the addon for multilingual sites. It suits designers and site owners who want small interactive touches without extra development work.
Best for
- Elementor users who want animated menus and buttons
- Web designers adding interactive touches to client sites
- Multilingual sites needing a translatable link addon
Features
Over 40 preset link animations
Choose from more than 40 ready-made animated link designs and apply one to a link instead of building the animation yourself.
Custom link text and colors
Edit the text and colors of each animated link so it matches your brand identity or the look of your current theme.
No coding required
Set up animated links through the Elementor interface without writing CSS or JavaScript, which keeps the process simple for beginners.
Responsive link designs
Animated links are built to adapt to different screen sizes, so they display properly on desktops, tablets and phones.
Cross-browser consistency
Link animations are designed to behave the same way across all major browsers, giving visitors a consistent experience on your pages.
Translation ready
An included .pot file lets you localize the addon's text strings, which is helpful when you run a multilingual WordPress site.
Works with Elementor themes
The addon is made for Elementor and is intended to work with any Elementor-based WordPress theme you choose to use.
W3C validated code
The plugin's code follows W3C web standards and is kept lightweight, avoiding unnecessary extra files on your site.
Questions about Animated Link
Do I need Elementor to use this plugin?
Yes. The addon is built specifically for the Elementor page builder, so Elementor must be active on your site. It is designed to work alongside any WordPress theme that is built around Elementor.
How many animation styles are included?
The plugin comes with over 40 preset animated link designs. You can apply any of them to a link and then change the link text and colors to match your site's style.
Can I use these animated links in menus and call-to-action buttons?
Yes. The animated links are suited to menus, call-to-action links and other places where you want a link to draw more attention. You add them through Elementor without writing any code.
Will the animated links work on mobile devices and different browsers?
The links are responsive, so they adapt to different screen sizes. They are also designed to behave consistently across all major browsers, so visitors see the same animation wherever they view your site.
Is Animated Link free?
The code of Animated Link is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Animated Link is this?
Version 1.6, released Aug 26, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Animated Link?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Animated Link automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Animated Link need?
Animated Link needs Elementor installed and active.
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