How to Create a Shareable URL with Category Filter For Products in Elementor?

Key Takeaways

  • The Product Listing widget from The Plus Addons allows users to create a shareable URL that filters products by category.
  • Enabling the URL Enable option generates a unique link that displays only the selected product category when accessed.
  • The Category Wise Filter toggle must be activated to utilize the filtering feature in the Product Listing widget.
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Want to share a link that shows products from a specific category in Elementor? With the Product Listing widget from The Plus Addons, you can create a URL that automatically filters products by category. This means when someone clicks the link, they’ll only see products from that chosen category, making it easier to share targeted content.

To check the complete feature overview documentation of The Plus Addons for Elementor Product Listing widget, click here.

Requirement  – This widget is a part of The Plus Addons for Elementor, make sure it’s installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.

First, you need to create some products  under any custom post type to display them, then follow the steps – 

1. Add the Product Listing widget to a page or template. 

2. Then, go to the Content Layout tab and select Normal Page from the Product Listing Types dropdown. 

3. After that, select the appropriate Style and Layout (except Carousel).

4. Then, go to the Category Wise Filter tab and enable the Category Wise Filter toggle.

5. After that, select the AJAX option from the Filter Type dropdown.

6. Now, you will see the URL Enable toggle option under the Extra Options tab. Simply enable it.

Note: So, the URL Enable option works like this: when you select a specific category to show your products, a unique URL is created. If you share that URL with someone, they will see the same selected category when they open it.

Now you’ll see specific products filtered by category on this page.

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Related Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need before starting to create a shareable URL with category filter?

You need to have The Plus Addons for Elementor installed and activated. This plugin includes the Product Listing widget necessary for creating a shareable URL that filters products by category.

What happens after I enable the URL option in the Product Listing widget?

When you enable the URL option under the Extra Options tab, a unique URL is created for the selected category. Sharing this URL allows others to see only the products from that specific category.

How do I enable the category filter in the Product Listing widget?

To enable the category filter, add the Product Listing widget to your page, go to the Category Wise Filter tab, and toggle the Category Wise Filter option on. Then, select the AJAX option from the Filter Type dropdown.

What if I can't see the category filter option in the Product Listing widget?

If the category filter option is not visible, ensure that you have correctly added the Product Listing widget to your page and that The Plus Addons for Elementor is properly installed and activated.

Is there an alternative way to filter products by category in Elementor?

The Plus Addons for Elementor specifically provides the Product Listing widget for filtering products by category. No alternative methods are mentioned on the page for this specific functionality.

What style options can I choose for the Product Listing widget?

In the Content Layout tab of the Product Listing widget, you can select the appropriate Style and Layout, but note that the Carousel option is excluded from the choices available.

Last reviewed: April 9, 2026