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title: "How to Hide Author Name in Blog Posts in WordPress?"
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date: 2023-05-06
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# How to Hide Author Name in Blog Posts in WordPress?

## Key Takeaways

- Nexter Blocks Post Listing block hides the post author name from a blog post listing by turning off the Show Author toggle under Extra Options.
- Post Listing block requires Nexter Blocks to be installed and activated before its features are available.
- Show Post Meta must be turned on first, then the Show Author option is turned off to hide the author name from the post listing.

When it comes to blogging, there may be instances where you'd like to hide the author name in your blog posts, whether it's to maintain anonymity or simply for aesthetic reasons. Hiding author names in blog posts can help you achieve a cleaner and more minimalistic look for your website. 

With the Post Listing block from the Nexter Blocks, you can easily hide the post author name from your blog post listing.

*To check the complete feature overview documentation of the Nexter Blocks Post Listing block,* [click here](/docs/post-listing-block-settings-overview/).

***Requirement  - This block is a part of the Nexter Blocks, make sure its installed & activated to enjoy all its powers.***

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[LIVE BLOCK LINK](https://nexterwp.com/nexter-blocks/listing/wordpress-post-listing/)

To do this, add the Post Listing block on the page, and select the appropriate listing type, post type, style and layout.

Then go to the **Show Post Meta** option under the **Extra Options** tab.

> *Note: Turn on the ****Show Post Meta**** toggle if it is turned off.*

Then you’ll see different post meta related options, turn off the **Show Author** toggle.

![](https://nexterwp.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/post-listing-layout-show-author-new1.png)

This will hide the author name from the post listing.

Also, check [How to Hide Blog Post Date in WordPress Blog Posts](https://nexterwp.com/docs/hide-blog-post-date-in-wordpress-blog-posts/).