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=== BBP Core - Advanced bbPress Forum Management with Voting, Private Replies & Elementor === |
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Contributors: spiderdevs, mdjwel, delweratjk |
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Tags: bbPress, forum, community, forum plugin, voting |
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Requires at least: 5.0 |
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Tested up to: 6.8 |
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Requires PHP: 7.4 |
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Stable tag: 1.4.1 |
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License: GPLv2 or later |
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License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html |
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Donate link: https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net/pricing |
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Transform bbPress forums with voting, private replies, and Elementor widgets. Create engaging communities without coding. |
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== Description == |
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**BBP Core** is the ultimate enhancement plugin for bbPress communities. Designed for forum administrators, content creators, and community managers, BBP Core adds powerful features to create professional, engaging forums with minimal effort. |
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### What is BBP Core? |
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BBP Core transforms your bbPress setup into a fully-featured community platform. Whether you're building a support forum, knowledge base, or discussion community, BBP Core provides the tools you need to foster engagement, manage content effectively, and create an exceptional user experience. |
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### Key Features That Make BBP Core Essential |
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**🎯 Unified Forum Builder** |
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Take complete control of your forums with an intuitive, all-in-one builder interface. View all forums and topics in one organized dashboard, filter by status (open, closed, pending, spam), and manage discussions efficiently without navigating multiple pages. |
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**🔐 Private & Confidential Replies** |
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Enable users to post private responses visible only to forum owners and moderators. Perfect for sensitive discussions, support tickets, and confidential advice while maintaining full transparency where needed. |
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Solved Topics System** |
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Help community members quickly identify answered questions. Mark topics as solved to display a prominent 'Resolved' badge, reducing duplicate questions and improving user experience. Visitors instantly know which topics have solutions. |
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**⭐ Smart Voting & Reputation System** |
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Empower your community with an AJAX-powered voting system. Users vote on the most helpful replies, automatically elevating quality answers to the top. Build reputation-based authority and encourage quality contributions. |
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**📎 Media Attachments & File Sharing** |
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Allow users to attach files, documents, images, and media to replies. Organized attachment sections make it easy for community members to share resources, code snippets, documents, and collaborate effectively. |
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**💡 Advanced Forum Statistics Widget** |
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Display real-time forum information including topic count, reply count, last activity, and most active users. The 'Current Forum Info' widget provides visitors with a quick overview of forum vitality and engagement. |
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**🎨 Elementor Page Builder Integration** |
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Create stunning forum layouts using Elementor's drag-and-drop builder. Use specialized BBP Core widgets to display forums, topics, and replies on any page with full customization control. No coding required. |
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**⚡ Lightweight & Performance-Optimized** |
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BBP Core loads assets intelligently—CSS and JavaScript only when needed. Minimal footprint ensures your forum runs fast without bloat or unnecessary dependencies. |
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**🔧 Intuitive Admin Interface** |
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Create, edit, and delete forums and topics directly from the BBP Core admin dashboard. Streamlined interface eliminates confusion and reduces admin overhead. |
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### PRO Features - Everything You Need for Advanced Community Management |
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Upgrade to **BBP Core Pro** for enterprise-grade forum management: |
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1. **Real-Time Admin Notifications** - Stay updated with instant dashboard alerts for new posts, moderation requests, and community activity. |
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2. **Smart User Notifications** - Keep members engaged with real-time updates on subscribed forums, topics, and replies they care about. |
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3. **Mini User Profiles** - Display compact user profile cards with activity summaries, follower counts, and quick-view reputation. |
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4. **Pre-Built Elementor Templates** - Import professional forum layouts with one click. Fully customizable templates for forums, knowledge bases, and support centers. |
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5. **"I've the Same Question" Feature** - Reduce duplicate threads by letting users indicate similar questions, improving forum organization. |
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6. **Anonymous Posting** - Allow sensitive discussions without revealing user identity. Ideal for support forums and confidential advice. |
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7. **Dynamic User Profile Links** - Generate personalized profile URLs for logged-in users. Perfect for user bios and contributor pages. |
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8. **Topic Approval Workflow** - Control content quality with admin-approval for new topics. Prevent spam and maintain forum standards. |
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9. **Advanced File Management** - Support multiple file uploads with increased size limits. Delete attachments independently or with content. |
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10. **Powerful Voting Controls** - Guest voting restrictions, prevent closed-topic voting, disable self-voting, admin voting privileges, and vote-based sorting. |
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11. **External Image Insertion** - Insert images via URL or media library picker. Enhance replies with visual content effortlessly. |
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12. **Auto-Approval System** - Automatically publish reply replies instantly. Streamline moderation workflows and maintain conversation flow. |
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13. **Attachment Moderation** - Approve/unapprove replies containing files for enhanced content security and compliance control. |
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### Video Overview |
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[youtube https://youtu.be/l2rlT_Qwd60?si=gjBh1VJupitL0Rh8] |
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### Important Links |
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- [🚀 Get Pro Version](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net/pricing) |
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- [👀 Live Demo](https://wordpress-plugins.bbp-core.spider-themes.net-pro/) |
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- [📚 Full Documentation](https://helpdesk.spider-themes.net/docs/bbp-core-wordpress-plugin) |
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- [🌐 Learn More](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net) |
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== Frequently Asked Questions == |
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= 🎯 Who Should Use BBP Core? = |
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BBP Core is perfect for WordPress site owners, community managers, support teams, and anyone running a bbPress forum who wants professional features without custom coding. |
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= 🔄 Is BBP Core Compatible with My Theme? = |
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Yes! BBP Core works seamlessly with any bbPress-compatible WordPress theme. The plugin enhances functionality without theme dependency. |
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= 💻 Do I Need Coding Skills? = |
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Absolutely not! BBP Core is designed for non-technical users. All features are accessible through intuitive admin interfaces and visual builders. No coding required. |
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= 🎨 Can I Customize the Forum Layout? = |
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Completely! With Elementor integration, you can drag-and-drop customize forum layouts. Pre-built templates and full styling options give you unlimited design flexibility. |
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= 📦 What Version of WordPress Do I Need? = |
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BBP Core requires WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or greater. Check that your bbPress plugin is also installed and activated. |
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= ⚙️ Is BBP Core Performance Optimized? = |
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Yes. BBP Core only loads necessary assets when needed, ensuring minimal impact on site performance and fast loading times. |
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= 🐛 How Do I Report Bugs or Get Support? = |
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Found an issue? Report it on our [GitHub repository](https://github.com/spider-themes/bbp-core/issues). For detailed help, visit our [Documentation](https://helpdesk.spider-themes.net/docs/bbp-core-wordpress-plugin). |
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= 💪 What Features Are in the Pro Version? = |
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BBP Core Pro adds advanced features like real-time notifications, pre-built templates, anonymous posting, advanced attachments, topic approval workflow, and more. [Check Pro pricing →](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net/pricing) |
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== Installation == |
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Getting started with BBP Core is quick and easy. Follow these simple steps: |
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= Prerequisites = |
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Before installing BBP Core, ensure you have: |
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* WordPress 5.0 or higher |
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* bbPress plugin installed and activated |
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* PHP 7.4 or greater |
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* MySQL 5.6 or greater |
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= Installation Method 1: Install from WordPress Admin Dashboard (Recommended) = |
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1. Go to **Plugins → Add New** in your WordPress dashboard |
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2. Search for **"BBP Core"** in the plugin search box |
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3. Click the **Install Now** button |
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4. After installation completes, click **Activate Plugin** |
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5. Navigate to **BBP Core → Settings** to configure features (optional but recommended) |
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6. Start building your enhanced forum! |
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= Installation Method 2: Manual Upload via FTP/cPanel = |
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1. Download the `bbp-core.zip` file from the plugin page |
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2. Extract the ZIP file on your computer |
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3. Upload the extracted `bbp-core` folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` directory via FTP or cPanel File Manager |
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4. Go to **Plugins** in your WordPress admin and locate BBP Core |
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5. Click **Activate Plugin** |
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6. Configure settings in **BBP Core → Settings** |
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= Installation Method 3: Upload ZIP from WordPress Admin = |
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1. Download the `bbp-core.zip` file |
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2. Go to **Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin** |
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3. Select the downloaded ZIP file and click **Install Now** |
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4. After installation, click **Activate Plugin** |
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5. Configure your forum settings |
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= Troubleshooting Installation = |
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**Plugin not showing after activation?** |
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Ensure bbPress is installed and activated first. BBP Core depends on bbPress. |
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**Getting PHP errors?** |
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Verify your PHP version is 7.4 or higher. Contact your hosting provider to upgrade if needed. |
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**Still need help?** |
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Visit our [Documentation](https://helpdesk.spider-themes.net/docs/bbp-core-wordpress-plugin) or check our [Support Repository](https://github.com/spider-themes/bbp-core/issues) |
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== Screenshots == |
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1. Advanced Forum Builder Dashboard - Unified interface for managing forums, topics, and discussions |
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2. Intuitive BBP Core Settings Panel - Configure all features from one organized dashboard |
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== Why Choose BBP Core? == |
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**✨ The Trusted Choice for bbPress Communities** |
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- **⭐ 1000+ Active Users** - Join thousands of community managers using BBP Core |
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- **🚀 Actively Maintained** - Regular updates with new features and security patches |
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- **🛡️ Security First** - Built with WordPress security best practices |
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- **📈 Scalable Solution** - Handles small communities to large enterprise forums |
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- **🎓 Beginner-Friendly** - Intuitive UI requires no technical knowledge |
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- **💬 Expert Support** - Responsive team ready to help you succeed |
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- **🔗 Open Source** - Community contributions welcome on GitHub |
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== Ready to Transform Your Forum? == |
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**Start with BBP Core Free today and upgrade to Pro when you're ready for advanced features.** |
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[Get Started →](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net) | [View Pricing →](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net/pricing) | [Read Documentation →](https://helpdesk.spider-themes.net/docs/bbp-core-wordpress-plugin) |
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== Support & Community == |
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- 📖 [Complete Documentation](https://helpdesk.spider-themes.net/docs/bbp-core-wordpress-plugin) |
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- 🐛 [Report Issues & Suggest Features](https://github.com/spider-themes/bbp-core/issues) |
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- 🌐 [Visit Official Website](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net) |
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== Upgrade Notice == |
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= 1.4.0 = |
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Important update with new Forum Builder features, pagination support, and security enhancements. Recommended for all users. |
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= 1.3.2 = |
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Critical security and compatibility fixes. Update recommended for improved stability and theme compatibility. |
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== Changelog == |
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= 1.4.1 (23 September 2025) = |
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**Fixes:** |
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* FResolved issue with required plugin (bbPress) installer not functioning properly |
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* is_attachment_icon error to prevent display inconsistencies |
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**Enhanced:** |
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* Compatibility with Docy Dark Mode for seamless appearance across themes |
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**Improved:** |
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* Made previously untranslatable strings fully translatable, ensuring better localization support |
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**Updates:** |
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* Freemius SDK updated to version 2.13.0 |
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= 1.4.0 (23 September 2025) = |
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**New Features:** |
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* Author and Topic Refresh functionality added to Forum Builder |
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* Pagination support added for improved forum navigation |
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* Enhanced forum visibility and management |
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**Improvements:** |
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* Forum Builder UI design refined for better usability |
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* Security enhancements and vulnerability fixes |
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**Updates:** |
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* Freemius SDK updated to version 2.12.2 |
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= 1.3.3 (23 August 2025) = |
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**Fixes:** |
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* Resolved Forum Builder tab content active state issue |
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* Fixed brand color variable functionality |
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**Improvements:** |
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* Active reaction design enhanced for better user feedback |
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* Attachment preview design improved |
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= 1.3.2 (15 August 2025) = |
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**Fixes:** |
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* Resolved attachment field visibility issue |
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* Fixed asset loading conflicts |
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**Improvements:** |
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* Forum Tabs widget design refined |
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* Assets folder restructured (admin CSS/JS organized) |
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* Removed unnecessary dependencies (normalize.js, fontawesome.css) |
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* Added "bbpc_get_opt()" function for CSF settings consistency |
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* Improved function prefixes to prevent plugin conflicts |
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* Enhanced Docy theme dark mode compatibility |
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* Non-translatable strings made translatable |
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**Updates:** |
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* Freemius SDK updated to version 2.12.1 |
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= 1.3.1 (16 June 2025) = |
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**Fixes:** |
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* Fixed deprecation warning for attachment files |
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* Resolved tab CSS conflicts with third-party plugins |
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* Improved dark mode compatibility |
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**Improvements:** |
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* Sidebar now supports flexible width |
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* Featured image sizing optimized for Forum Builder |
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* Enhanced overall plugin stability |
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**Updates:** |
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* Freemius SDK updated to version 2.12.0 |
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= 1.3.0 (22 April 2025) = |
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**New Features:** |
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* Renamed "Forums" page to "Forum Builder" for clarity |
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* Default open state for first forum item |
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**Improvements:** |
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* Topic open icon refreshed for better UX |
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* Status icons added to topics for quick identification |
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* Search input response improved with optimized keypress delay |
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* Current Forum Info widget redesigned (shows all info by default) |
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* Settings page reorganized with intuitive tab icons |
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* Topic details page UI enhanced (reply, favorite, attachment design) |
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* Forum Builder UX significantly improved |
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* Dashicons implemented instead of FontAwesome (better performance) |
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* BBPC Forum Information widget now displays only on forum pages |
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**Fixes:** |
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* Resolved BBP Core conflicts with Dukan and Job Manager plugins |
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= 1.2.9 (24 February 2025) = |
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**New:** |
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* Loco.xml configuration added for multiple text domain mapping in Loco Translate plugin |
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* Special offer notice for existing customers |
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**Fixed:** |
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* Resolved deprecation warning for non-alphanumeric string increment |
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[See full changelog and version history →](https://bbp-core.spider-themes.net/changelog) |
