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| 1 | -=== Passster - Password Protect Pages and Content === | |
| 2 | -Contributors: wpchill, silkalns | |
| 3 | -Tags: password protect, password, restrict content, sitewide, password protection | |
| 4 | -Requires at least: 6.5 | |
| 5 | -Tested up to: 6.7 | |
| 6 | -Requires PHP: 7.2 | |
| 7 | -License: GPLv2 or later | |
| 8 | -License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html | |
| 9 | -Stable tag: 4.2.10 | |
| 10 | - | |
| 11 | -Password protect pages, your entire website or just parts of your content with a single password. | |
| 12 | - | |
| 13 | -== Description == | |
| 14 | - | |
| 15 | -Passster is the **all-in-one** password protection plugin for WordPress - secure pages, your entire website or partial content with passwords in seconds. | |
| 16 | - | |
| 17 | -Passster offers three protection modes to cover every use case you may think of when it comes to password protecting your WordPress website. | |
| 18 | - | |
| 19 | -**Area protection** | |
| 20 | - | |
| 21 | -Areas are protected sections (partial content) that can be added via block or shortcode into a page. | |
| 22 | - | |
| 23 | -You can easily add your content and edit it with your pagebuilder of choice and you get a shortcode that can be copied and used within your page. | |
| 24 | - | |
| 25 | -**Page protection** | |
| 26 | - | |
| 27 | -Edit a page, activate the protection and add a password - that's it the password protection is set up. | |
| 28 | - | |
| 29 | -It will protect the entire page for you but will still display the header and footer of your website, so it fits perfectly with any kind of theme. | |
| 30 | - | |
| 31 | -**Global Protection** | |
| 32 | - | |
| 33 | -Navigate to Passster -> Settings -> Global Protection, activate the protection, select a page and optionally exclude pages from the protection. | |
| 34 | - | |
| 35 | -Once configured all visitors will be redirected to that page and need to provide the correct password to further navigate through your website. | |
| 36 | - | |
| 37 | -Perfect for membership-like websites without all the configuration hustle you experienced before. | |
| 38 | - | |
| 39 | -== Password Protected Features (Free version) == | |
| 40 | - | |
| 41 | -= Password Protect parts of your website = | |
| 42 | - | |
| 43 | -Easily protect parts of your website with password protected areas. | |
| 44 | - | |
| 45 | -Create an area, copy and paste the generated shortcode into a page and it will be protected. | |
| 46 | - | |
| 47 | -= Password Protect pages = | |
| 48 | - | |
| 49 | -You can quickly protect entire pages with Passster by enabling the protection settings while editing it. | |
| 50 | - | |
| 51 | -= Password Protect child pages = | |
| 52 | - | |
| 53 | -Quickly set up password protection for child pages by enabling it on the parent page. | |
| 54 | - | |
| 55 | -Once you change the password on the parent page it will be automatically update all child pages for you. | |
| 56 | - | |
| 57 | -= Global Password Protection = | |
| 58 | - | |
| 59 | -Quickly lock down your entire website behind a password with the built-in global password protection. | |
| 60 | - | |
| 61 | -= Unlock Password Protected Content without Page Refresh = | |
| 62 | - | |
| 63 | -Let visitors unlock your password-protected content without refreshing the page (by using Ajax). | |
| 64 | - | |
| 65 | -That enhances the user expierence and offers a great way to restrict content without having to worry about caching conflicts. | |
| 66 | - | |
| 67 | -= Customize the password protection form = | |
| 68 | - | |
| 69 | -Passster offers a huge variety of settings to customize the password-protection form. | |
| 70 | - | |
| 71 | -Change labels, description, colors of the form, headlines, buttons, modify the spacing (margin/padding) and center the form without touching code. | |
| 72 | - | |
| 73 | -= Cookie-based password-protection = | |
| 74 | - | |
| 75 | -Use the built-in cookie solution to unlock multiple password-protected areas or pages that share the same password. | |
| 76 | - | |
| 77 | -== Password Protected Features (Pro version) == | |
| 78 | - | |
| 79 | -Additionally to all the free features already mentioned there is also a pro version of Passster that enhances the feature set with: | |
| 80 | - | |
| 81 | -= Password protect content with multiple passwords = | |
| 82 | - | |
| 83 | -Use an unlimited number of passwords or bundle them within a password list for even easier management. | |
| 84 | - | |
| 85 | -= Quick Edit and Bulk Edit for password protection = | |
| 86 | - | |
| 87 | -Use the WordPress Quick Edit and Bulk Edit function to manage your protected pages or posts in no time. | |
| 88 | - | |
| 89 | -Select the pages, set the protection mode and add your password and you can protect every page without even editing it. | |
| 90 | - | |
| 91 | -= Unlock password-protected content by user role or e-mail = | |
| 92 | - | |
| 93 | -Automatically unlock protected content for specific user roles or by providing e-mail addresses. | |
| 94 | - | |
| 95 | -= Expire Passwords = | |
| 96 | - | |
| 97 | -Expire passwords by the number of usages, first usage or after a specific time intervall (hours, days, weeks, months..) | |
| 98 | - | |
| 99 | -Passster also includes detailed statistics so you know exactly: | |
| 100 | - | |
| 101 | - - which password was used | |
| 102 | - - how often the password wad used | |
| 103 | - - when it will expire | |
| 104 | - | |
| 105 | -= Generate unlock links = | |
| 106 | - | |
| 107 | -You can generate unlock links that include an encrypted version of the password within the URL. | |
| 108 | - | |
| 109 | -Once a visitor clicks on the link all protected areas and pages will be unlocked automatically without the necessity to manually add a password. | |
| 110 | - | |
| 111 | -You can also use Bit.ly to automatically shorten the URLs for you. | |
| 112 | - | |
| 113 | -= Password Protect WooCommerce = | |
| 114 | - | |
| 115 | -Password Protect your WooCommerce store with Passster. | |
| 116 | - | |
| 117 | -Protect products, cart, checkout, your store page and more with a password. | |
| 118 | - | |
| 119 | -= Sell access to protected content with WooCommerce = | |
| 120 | - | |
| 121 | -Passster automatically generates a password after purchasing the configured product and sends an e-mail to the user. | |
| 122 | - | |
| 123 | -This e-mail includes the generated password and an unlock link for quick access. | |
| 124 | - | |
| 125 | -It's easy to set up and entirely automated so you don't have spend hours getting into complex configuration setups you might know from membership plugins. | |
| 126 | - | |
| 127 | -= Password Usage Statistics = | |
| 128 | - | |
| 129 | -Get an detailed view into the password usage of your WordPress website. | |
| 130 | - | |
| 131 | -Track the number of usages, the first usage, the IP (optional) and the browser used to unlock the content. | |
| 132 | - | |
| 133 | -= Quick comparison (free vs. pro) = | |
| 134 | - | |
| 135 | -= Free version: = | |
| 136 | - | |
| 137 | -* Password-Protect sections of your page with areas and add them via shortcode or block | |
| 138 | -* Password-Protect entire pages or posts | |
| 139 | -* Automatically password-protect child pages with a single click | |
| 140 | -* Password-Protect your entire website with a password | |
| 141 | -* Use Ajax to unlock protected areas without a reload | |
| 142 | -* Change the design, labels and descriptions globally, per area, per page or per block | |
| 143 | -* Use a cookie to automatically unlock different password-protected areas and pages with the same password | |
| 144 | - | |
| 145 | - | |
| 146 | -= Pro version: = | |
| 147 | - | |
| 148 | -Everything from the free version plus: | |
| 149 | - | |
| 150 | -* Password-Protect your content with multiple passwords or password lists (large sets of passwords) | |
| 151 | -* Quickly setup password-protection via quick editing or bulk editing pages and posts | |
| 152 | -* Protect your content with Google reCAPTCHA (v2/v3) or hCAPTCHA | |
| 153 | -* Automatically unlock password-protected content by user role or user e-mail | |
| 154 | -* Expire passwords by first time usage, after a number of usages or by interval (hours, days, weeks, months) | |
| 155 | -* Create and share unlock links to unlock protected content automatically (optionally shorten them with Bit.ly) | |
| 156 | -* Track and block concurrent password usages and prevent password sharing | |
| 157 | -* Password-Protect WooCommerce products and the store page | |
| 158 | -* Selling passswords with WooCommerce | |
| 159 | -* Statistics about password usage (generally and per password list) | |
| 160 | - | |
| 161 | - | |
| 162 | -Paired with exceptional support directly from the developer, regular updates and feature integrations, and extensive documentation you can't go wrong with Passster Pro. | |
| 163 | - | |
| 164 | -Get it now on [patrickposner.com/passster/](https://patrickposner.com/passster/) | |
| 165 | - | |
| 166 | -**Documentation** | |
| 167 | - | |
| 168 | -I regularly optimize the documentation and release extensive tutorials on how to use Passster in a multitude of use-cases. | |
| 169 | - | |
| 170 | -Learn more on [patrickposner.com/passster/docs](https://patrickposner.com/passster/docs/) | |
| 171 | - | |
| 172 | -== Support == | |
| 173 | - | |
| 174 | -The free support is exclusively limited to the wordpress.org support forum. | |
| 175 | - | |
| 176 | -Any kind of email priority support, customization, and integration help need a valid premium license. | |
| 177 | - | |
| 178 | -=== CODING STANDARDS MADE IN GERMANY === | |
| 179 | - | |
| 180 | -The plugin is coded with **modern PHP** and **WordPress standards** in mind. It’s fully OOP coded. | |
| 181 | - | |
| 182 | -It’s highly extendable for developers through several actions and filter hooks. | |
| 183 | - | |
| 184 | -Passster keeps your website performance in mind. Every script is **loaded conditionally**, and all input and output data is secured. | |
| 185 | - | |
| 186 | - | |
| 187 | -=== MULTI-LANGUAGE === | |
| 188 | - | |
| 189 | -All primary texts and information can be modified from the admin area of Passster. | |
| 190 | - | |
| 191 | -The plugin is fully translatable in your language. There are only en_EN and de_DE at the moment, but you can easily add your preferred language as a .po/.mo. | |
| 192 | - | |
| 193 | -It’s also fully compatible with WPML and Polylang. | |
| 194 | - | |
| 195 | -== Screenshots == | |
| 196 | -1. Passster Password Form | |
| 197 | -2. Passster Areas | |
| 198 | -3. Passster Settings | |
| 199 | -3. Passster Customizer Options | |
| 200 | - | |
| 201 | -== Installation == | |
| 202 | - | |
| 203 | -Passster is simple to install: | |
| 204 | - | |
| 205 | -1. Download the .zip' | |
| 206 | -1. Unzip | |
| 207 | -1. Upload the directory to your '/wp-content/plugins' directory | |
| 208 | -1. Go to the plugin management page and enable the Passster Plugin | |
| 209 | -1. Browse to Settings > Passster | |
| 210 | -1. Customise your settings and your good to go! | |
| 211 | - | |
| 212 | -== Changelog == | |
| 213 | - | |
| 214 | -= 4.2.10 - 11.12.2024 = | |
| 215 | -* Changed: Updated upsells information | |
| 216 | - | |
| 217 | -= 4.2.9 - 10.12.2024 = | |
| 218 | -* Added: Settings upsells | |
| 219 | - | |
| 220 | -= 4.2.8 - 06.12.2024 = | |
| 221 | -* Changed: Readme update | |
| 222 | - | |
| 223 | -= 4.2.7 = | |
| 224 | - | |
| 225 | -* WP 6.7 compatibility | |
| 226 | -* dependency updates | |
| 227 | -* PHP 8.3 compatibility | |
| 228 | -* make headline removable via design settings | |
| 229 | -* default tag for headlines is now <span> for SEO purposes | |
| 230 | -* fixed expiration with cookie usage (pro-only) | |
| 231 | - | |
| 232 | -= 4.2.6.6 = | |
| 233 | - | |
| 234 | -* WP 6.6 compatiblity | |
| 235 | -* latest dependencies for the block editor | |
| 236 | -* fixed missing default value breaking design settings | |
| 237 | -* latest Freemius SDK upgrade | |
| 238 | - | |
| 239 | -= 4.2.6.5 = | |
| 240 | - | |
| 241 | -* improved expiration for passwords with unlock links | |
| 242 | -* fixed escaping for redirect parameter | |
| 243 | -* several security improvements | |
| 244 | -* updated to 6.5 compatibility | |
| 245 | - | |
| 246 | -= 4.2.6.4 = | |
| 247 | - | |
| 248 | -* exclude pagebuilders from rest restriction (frontend editing) | |
| 249 | - | |
| 250 | -= 4.2.6.3 = | |
| 251 | - | |
| 252 | -* fixed components for WP 6.4.3 release (margin/radius) | |
| 253 | -* restrict Rest API access with global protection | |
| 254 | - | |
| 255 | -= 4.2.6.2 = | |
| 256 | - | |
| 257 | -* added exception for sanitized array setting (exclude pages) | |
| 258 | - | |
| 259 | -= 4.2.6.1 = | |
| 260 | - | |
| 261 | -* added hook to combine generated password with order | |
| 262 | -* improved sanitization on importer | |
| 263 | -* added russian + ukrainian translation | |
| 264 | -* SDK upgrade | |
| 265 | - | |
| 266 | -= 4.2.6 = | |
| 267 | - | |
| 268 | -* WordPress 6.4 compatibility | |
| 269 | - | |
| 270 | -= 4.2.5 = | |
| 271 | - | |
| 272 | -* WooCommerce email trigger after status complete | |
| 273 | -* added filter for generated password | |
| 274 | -* protected page optional for WooCommerce integration | |
| 275 | -* improved admin UI contrasts | |
| 276 | -* restructured design settings | |
| 277 | - | |
| 278 | -= 4.2.4 = | |
| 279 | - | |
| 280 | -* WP 6.3 compatibility | |
| 281 | - | |
| 282 | -= 4.2.3 = | |
| 283 | - | |
| 284 | -* some Freemius integration improvements | |
| 285 | - | |
| 286 | -= 4.2.2 = | |
| 287 | - | |
| 288 | -* improved logout button markup | |
| 289 | -* added action after validating password list hash | |
| 290 | -* Freemius SDK update to 2.5.10 | |
| 291 | - | |
| 292 | -= 4.2.1 = | |
| 293 | - | |
| 294 | -* improved admin UI with permanent sidebar | |
| 295 | -* improved value handling for margin/padding to avoid PHP notices | |
| 296 | -* added filter to validate payment before sending e-mail (pro-only) | |
| 297 | - | |
| 298 | -= 4.2 = | |
| 299 | - | |
| 300 | -* selling and generating passwords with WooCommerce (pro-only) | |
| 301 | -* assign and manage multiple passwords lists (pro-only) | |
| 302 | -* hotfix editing areas with Oxygen Builder | |
| 303 | -* helper methods to automatically generate and add passwords to lists | |
| 304 | -* statistics for password usage + custom database table | |
| 305 | -* expiration statistics for passsword lists | |
| 306 | -* fixed area shortcode inspector controls | |
| 307 | -* GPDR friendly tracking implementation | |
| 308 | - | |
| 309 | -= 4.1.4 = | |
| 310 | - | |
| 311 | -* reverted hcaptcha integration | |
| 312 | -* updated admin links to new URL structure | |
| 313 | -* fixed expiration settings with new encryption | |
| 314 | -* fixed PHP notice if reCaptcha doesn't return a response | |
| 315 | - | |
| 316 | -= 4.1.3.1 = | |
| 317 | - | |
| 318 | -* v4 API integration for Bit.ly | |
| 319 | - | |
| 320 | -= 4.1.3 = | |
| 321 | - | |
| 322 | -* fixed conditional for unlock links | |
| 323 | -* support for additional URL parameters in cache friendly URLs | |
| 324 | -* prevent multiple renders in quick edit | |
| 325 | -* hcaptcha with checkbox | |
| 326 | -* removed default margin from CSS | |
| 327 | -* copy shortcode with fallback for Block Editor | |
| 328 | -* removed deprecated compatibility method | |
| 329 | - | |
| 330 | -= 4.1.2 = | |
| 331 | - | |
| 332 | -* fallback solution to get post id in classic editor | |
| 333 | -* fixed saving meta data in classic editor | |
| 334 | -* compatibility with disable gutenberg plugin | |
| 335 | - | |
| 336 | -= 4.1.1 = | |
| 337 | - | |
| 338 | -* fixed regex pattern in deprecated shortcode | |
| 339 | -* removed regex pattern for captcha as the feature no longer exists | |
| 340 | - | |
| 341 | -= 4.1 = | |
| 342 | - | |
| 343 | -* protect child pages | |
| 344 | -* quick edit and bulk edit pages/posts for protection (pro-only) | |
| 345 | -* hCaptcha protection (pro-only) | |
| 346 | -* preventing PHP notices with concurrent usage and recaptcha | |
| 347 | -* better dynamics for admin column + less intrusive styling | |
| 348 | - | |
| 349 | -= 4.0.1 = | |
| 350 | - | |
| 351 | -* fixed reCAPTCHA selection not saving in admin | |
| 352 | -* improved fallback margin/padding for protection block | |
| 353 | -* improved description of the unlock mode to make it easier to understand | |
| 354 | - | |
| 355 | -= 4.0 = | |
| 356 | - | |
| 357 | -* entirely new admin UI rewritten with React | |
| 358 | -* custom block to select areas | |
| 359 | -* ability to generate passwords | |
| 360 | -* improved global protection UI | |
| 361 | -* ability to exlude pages from global protection | |
| 362 | -* on-the-fly unlock link generation | |
| 363 | - | |
| 364 | -= 3.5.5.7 = | |
| 365 | - | |
| 366 | -* modified Freemius prefix to prevent compatibility errors with Post SMTP plugin | |
| 367 | - | |
| 368 | -= 3.5.5.6 = | |
| 369 | - | |
| 370 | -* fixed Elementor integration with areas. | |
| 371 | - | |
| 372 | -= 3.5.5.5.2 = | |
| 373 | - | |
| 374 | -* improved fallback solution to convert base64 to hmac | |
| 375 | -* changed validation priority: cookies - links - post data for quicker validation | |
| 376 | - | |
| 377 | -= 3.5.5.5.1 = | |
| 378 | - | |
| 379 | -* integrated converter to automatically convert old link encryption to new hashed encryption | |
| 380 | -* fixed missing hash_nonce value in wp_localize_scripts | |
| 381 | - | |
| 382 | -= 3.5.5.5 = | |
| 383 | - | |
| 384 | -* dynamic version number for cache busting after update | |
| 385 | -* new encryption for encrypted links | |
| 386 | -* cleared up upgrade/activation code | |
| 387 | -* includes + load_textdomain in plugins_loaded | |
| 388 | -* fixed task priority with global protection and redirect | |
| 389 | -* fixed ReCaptcha v2 validation and content return statement | |
| 390 | -* better default settings | |
| 391 | - | |
| 392 | - | |
| 393 | -= 3.5.5.4 = | |
| 394 | - | |
| 395 | -* improved hmac validation with cookies | |
| 396 | -* fixed reload in combination with global page protection | |
| 397 | -* introduced a unique secret key per installation | |
| 398 | -* reverted Rest API implementation and used Ajax instead | |
| 399 | - | |
| 400 | -= 3.5.5.3.1 = | |
| 401 | - | |
| 402 | -* fix for captcha/recaptcha validation with hew hmac encryption | |
| 403 | - | |
| 404 | -= 3.5.5.3 = | |
| 405 | - | |
| 406 | -* fixed escaping area id in shortcode | |
| 407 | -* implemented concurrent logins feature | |
| 408 | -* encryption for cookies with unique secret key (hmac) | |
| 409 | -* dedicated ajax class to handle validation | |
| 410 | -* Rest API implementation for password encryption | |
| 411 | -* general code cleanup (better performance + improved doc blocks) | |
| 412 | -* consistent singletone pattern for all classes | |
| 413 | -* better check for areas and full page protection (improved security) | |
| 414 | -* latest freemius SDK | |
| 415 | -* improved cookie-js implementation with sameSite attributes | |
| 416 | -* fixed logo font rendering | |
| 417 | - | |
| 418 | -= 3.5.5.2 = | |
| 419 | - | |
| 420 | -* filter to disable base64 encryption for cookies and links | |
| 421 | -* Freemius SDK update | |
| 422 | -* jQuery migrate fix for captcha | |
| 423 | -* improved escaping of shortcode attributes (area and password lists) | |
| 424 | - | |
| 425 | -= 3.5.5.1 = | |
| 426 | - | |
| 427 | -* better permission check settings page | |
| 428 | -* better permission check metaboxes | |
| 429 | -* improved german translation | |
| 430 | -* added redirect parameter and settings | |
| 431 | -* updated cookie js for better compatibility | |
| 432 | -* added support for WooCommerce products and shop pages | |
| 433 | -* filter to allow spaces in passwords | |
| 434 | -* fixed version number | |
| 435 | - | |
| 436 | -= 3.5.4 = | |
| 437 | - | |
| 438 | -* fixed notice for checking areas | |
| 439 | -* updated dependencies | |
| 440 | -* fixed security issue in is_valid() | |
| 441 | -* fixed validation with reload option | |
| 442 | - | |
| 443 | -= 3.5.3 = | |
| 444 | - | |
| 445 | -* security patch | |
| 446 | -* better error handling with fade and clear input | |
| 447 | -* better area restriction | |
| 448 | -* better performance for password checkups | |
| 449 | -* removed rych hash dependency | |
| 450 | -* improved WooCommerce product restriction | |
| 451 | -* Gutenberg Support for areas | |
| 452 | -* fixed notice for bitly check | |
| 453 | -* fixed notice for recaptcha validation | |
| 454 | - | |
| 455 | -= 3.5.2 = | |
| 456 | - | |
| 457 | -* fix for shortcode validation capabilities | |
| 458 | -* improved validation for global protection | |
| 459 | - | |
| 460 | -= 3.5.1 = | |
| 461 | -* bugfix for link protection | |
| 462 | -* pagebuilder editing support for areas | |
| 463 | -* fixed show password function | |
| 464 | -* is_valid() for areas | |
| 465 | -* dynamic {post-id} parameter for shortcodes in AJAX | |
| 466 | -* hide parameter for areas | |
| 467 | -* check form values before AJAX submit (required attributes for example) | |
| 468 | - | |
| 469 | -= 3.5 = | |
| 470 | - | |
| 471 | -* introduced protected areas | |
| 472 | -* shortcode configurator in areas | |
| 473 | -* bugfix: spaces in password lists | |
| 474 | -* PHP 8 support improvements | |
| 475 | -* removed auto-updater for options | |
| 476 | -* automatically add metaboxes to all registered (public) post types | |
| 477 | -* removed wp_auto_p() for Oxygen Builder support | |
| 478 | -* removed deprecated Pagebuilder modules (handled with areas now) | |
| 479 | -* min value for Cookie set to 1 and no negativ values possible | |
| 480 | -* improved widget support with areas | |
| 481 | -* performance optimization for large password lists | |
| 482 | - | |
| 483 | - | |
| 484 | -= 3.4.2 = | |
| 485 | - | |
| 486 | -* lighter freemius integration | |
| 487 | -* admin UI improvements | |
| 488 | -* direct links for documentation and support in admin header | |
| 489 | - | |
| 490 | -= 3.4.1 = | |
| 491 | - | |
| 492 | -* added expire by usage and time for password lists (pro only) | |
| 493 | -* added global password protection | |
| 494 | -* base64 encryption for cookies | |
| 495 | -* bugfix for bitly URL toggle (pro only) | |
| 496 | -* improved uninstall with latest options | |
| 497 | -* auto activate reload option if pagebuilder is activated | |
| 498 | - | |
| 499 | -= 3.4 = | |
| 500 | - | |
| 501 | -* added support to unlock widgets via ajax | |
| 502 | -* added support to unlock acf fields via ajax | |
| 503 | -* added shortcode params to page protection (pro only) | |
| 504 | -* added user restriction to page protection (pro only) | |
| 505 | -* fixed one-time usage for password lists without ajax (pro only) | |
| 506 | -* added option to redirect to source URL after link unlock (pro only) | |
| 507 | - | |
| 508 | -= 3.3.9 = | |
| 509 | -* latest freemius SDK | |
| 510 | -* fixed ID parameter for multiple forms per page | |
| 511 | -* custom headline, ID parameter for Recaptcha v2/v3 | |
| 512 | -* better enqueue for ReCaptcha v2 | |
| 513 | - | |
| 514 | -= 3.3.8 = | |
| 515 | -* removed old cache busting prevent 404 errors for files | |
| 516 | -* wp_enqueue_script for ReCaptcha preventing cache issues | |
| 517 | -* introduced ajax loader to indicate verification | |
| 518 | -* fixed metabox showing wrong selected password list | |
| 519 | -* improved admin wording for more clarification | |
| 520 | -* updated german translation files | |
| 521 | - | |
| 522 | -= 3.3.7 = | |
| 523 | - | |
| 524 | -* WordPress 5.5 compatibility | |
| 525 | -* Elementor with Ajax mode compatibility | |
| 526 | -* added WPML config file | |
| 527 | -* update german translation | |
| 528 | -* prevent fatal error if ps_run_plugin() is already declared | |
| 529 | -* number field instead of text for cookie duration | |
| 530 | -* ReCaptcha without async defer (handled via Caching plugins) | |
| 531 | -* fixed PHP notice for bitly integration | |
| 532 | - | |
| 533 | -= 3.3.6 = | |
| 534 | -* cache-busting for no-ajax mode and cookies | |
| 535 | -* fixed double docs link | |
| 536 | -* support option for third-party-shortcodes with pre-render | |
| 537 | -* removed auto-space from password lists | |
| 538 | -* new link encryption solution with metabox and bitly | |
| 539 | -* hide parameter for WPBakery integration | |
| 540 | -* updated and fixed german translation | |
| 541 | - | |
| 542 | -= 3.3.5 = | |
| 543 | -* performance improvements for password lists | |
| 544 | -* support for Google ReCaptcha v2 with selection | |
| 545 | -* more efficient ajax handling for different unlock methods. | |
| 546 | -* auto-update cookie settings if no ajax mode is used. | |
| 547 | - | |
| 548 | -= 3.3.4.1 = | |
| 549 | -* more robust regex for various shortcode implementations | |
| 550 | -* added action to track unlocks with Google Analytics and other tracking solutions | |
| 551 | - | |
| 552 | -= 3.3.4 = | |
| 553 | -* fixed additional params to overwrite texts in the shortcode | |
| 554 | -* fixed empty content while using additional parameters | |
| 555 | -* added tablepress support for ajax | |
| 556 | -* implemented old recaptcha parameters for backwards compatibility | |
| 557 | - | |
| 558 | -= 3.3.3 = | |
| 559 | -* better compatibility mode with cache busting | |
| 560 | -* better ReCaptcha integration with ajax and with cookies | |
| 561 | -* compatibility: full page protection with divi builder | |
| 562 | -* more reliable way to get valid response via ajax | |
| 563 | -* mobile-friendly cache-busting after authentication | |
| 564 | - | |
| 565 | -= 3.3.2 = | |
| 566 | -* added compatibility mode for forcing reload | |
| 567 | -* compatibility fix Elementor full page protection | |
| 568 | -* compatibility fix WpBakery Pagebuilder full page protection | |
| 569 | -* re-added error message in Customizer | |
| 570 | -* improved german translation | |
| 571 | - | |
| 572 | -* fixed captcha loading while not in use | |
| 573 | -* fixed wrong redirection after activation | |
| 574 | -* fixed wrong object call for elementor users. | |
| 575 | - | |
| 576 | -= 3.3.1 = | |
| 577 | -* fixed captcha loading while not in use | |
| 578 | -* fixed wrong redirection after activation | |
| 579 | -* fixed wrong object call for elementor users. | |
| 580 | - | |
| 581 | -= 3.3 = | |
| 582 | -* major release | |
| 583 | -* new admin UI and simplfied settings | |
| 584 | -* password protection for pages, posts and products | |
| 585 | -* new captcha solution with canvas objects | |
| 586 | -* new Google ReCaptcha v3 integration | |
| 587 | -* removed requirements for PHP sessions for better compatibility | |
| 588 | -* removed old Google API vendor for better compatibility | |
| 589 | -* refactored the entire shortcode and submit solution | |
| 590 | -* ajax-based submit and validation - no page reload required anymore | |
| 591 | -* fixed cookie solution for captcha, ReCaptcha | |
| 592 | -* easier template function is_valid() for complete checks of all parameters | |
| 593 | -* fixed shortcode parameters for headline and id | |
| 594 | -* better uninstall cleanup | |
| 595 | -* intrated metabox for setting Passster settings for complete pages | |
| 596 | - | |
| 597 | - | |
| 598 | -= 3.2.6.1 = | |
| 599 | -* cookie for passwords conditional function fixed | |
| 600 | -* introduced API parameter to elementor and beaver builder | |
| 601 | -* fixed notice if api not available in helper methods | |
| 602 | - | |
| 603 | -= 3.2.6 = | |
| 604 | -* WPBakery Page Builder row protection with correct default values | |
| 605 | -* new helper class for cookies | |
| 606 | -* api parameter possibility to add external apis | |
| 607 | - | |
| 608 | -= 3.2.5 = | |
| 609 | -* Another VC protection row fix.. | |
| 610 | -* compatibility WPBakery 6.0.5 | |
| 611 | - | |
| 612 | -= 3.2.4 = | |
| 613 | -* VC row protection fix | |
| 614 | -* new partly parameter | |
| 615 | -* cookie set fix and conditional function to check for | |
| 616 | -* new type hint solution (better jQuery compatibility) | |
| 617 | -* is_cookie_valid check for all password related protection types | |
| 618 | -* admin css fixes with prefix | |
| 619 | - | |
| 620 | - | |
| 621 | -= 3.2.3 = | |
| 622 | -* Password Lists fix for all page builder | |
| 623 | -* prevent autoload error if free and premium version installed | |
| 624 | -* customizer as default values for page builder options | |
| 625 | -* placeholder now configurable in the customizer | |
| 626 | - | |
| 627 | -= 3.2.2 = | |
| 628 | -* fixed captcha notice | |
| 629 | -* fixed rows shortcode for WPBakery Pagebuilder | |
| 630 | -* more efficient notice handling in admin area | |
| 631 | - | |
| 632 | -= 3.2.1 = | |
| 633 | -* adding the "hide" parameter to hide forms if set and multiple forms used | |
| 634 | -* compatibility AAM plugin fix for multiple user roles | |
| 635 | -* captcha is now a free addon - lower php version needed for basic password usage | |
| 636 | -* check_atts method now working correctly | |
| 637 | -* WPBakery Pagebuilder addon fix (free) | |
| 638 | -* WPBakery Pagebuilder addon protect rows (only pro) | |
| 639 | -* add message for captcha usage | |
| 640 | -* new (and working) solution for show passwords before submitting | |
| 641 | - | |
| 642 | -= 3.2.0.6 = | |
| 643 | -* new AMP support with cookies | |
| 644 | -* Fixed delete error notice for passster_lists function not exists | |
| 645 | -* introduced new helper function for AMP set_amp_headers() | |
| 646 | -* drop db table for sessions if full uninstall option set | |
| 647 | -* customizer option to show password while typing | |
| 648 | - | |
| 649 | -= 3.2.0.5 = | |
| 650 | -* fixed amp notice | |
| 651 | -* fixed backend_admin_notice error | |
| 652 | -* fixed customizer for themify ultra theme | |
| 653 | - | |
| 654 | -= 3.2.0.4 = | |
| 655 | -* PS_List collision fix | |
| 656 | - | |
| 657 | -= 3.2.0.3 = | |
| 658 | -* autoload backupwp collision fix | |
| 659 | - | |
| 660 | -= 3.2.0.2 = | |
| 661 | -* SVN fix for missing files | |
| 662 | -* cookies for conditional functions | |
| 663 | - | |
| 664 | -= 3.2.0.1 = | |
| 665 | -* pagebuilder path fix | |
| 666 | -* admin amp option fix | |
| 667 | - | |
| 668 | -= 3.2 = | |
| 669 | -* security patch freemius | |
| 670 | -* add cookie option for multiple passwords | |
| 671 | -* add pagebuilder addons in free version | |
| 672 | -* fix php notices for php 7 support | |
| 673 | -* remove OptionsHandler class for support older php versions | |
| 674 | -* add password lists (admin + shortcode) | |
| 675 | -* update translation files | |
| 676 | -* added AMP support for all protection types | |
| 677 | -* improve default values after Installation | |
| 678 | - | |
| 679 | -= 3.1.9.1 = | |
| 680 | -* Fix PHP 5.6 upgrader problems | |
| 681 | -* Moved autoloader up so database upgrade is handeled correctly | |
| 682 | - | |
| 683 | - | |
| 684 | -= 3.1.9 = | |
| 685 | -* PHP 5.6 compatibility | |
| 686 | -* function naming fixes | |
| 687 | -* optimize session handler class | |
| 688 | - | |
| 689 | -= 3.1.8 = | |
| 690 | -* introduce conditional functions for template usage | |
| 691 | -* completely remove the autofocus | |
| 692 | -* fixes save settings for user_toggle option | |
| 693 | -* updates the session handling for captcha to PHP 7.2 compatibility | |
| 694 | -* prevents autofill for safari, chrome and webkit supported browsers | |
| 695 | - | |
| 696 | -= 3.1.7 = | |
| 697 | -* includes fixes for beaver builder module support | |
| 698 | - | |
| 699 | -= 3.1.6 = | |
| 700 | -* Support Release | |
| 701 | -* Fixed multiple passwords runtime | |
| 702 | -* add customizer notice on Installation | |
| 703 | -* improved german translation | |
| 704 | -* add an seprate atts function for more readable code | |
| 705 | -* add new users addon | |
| 706 | -* | |
| 707 | - | |
| 708 | -= 3.1.5 = | |
| 709 | -* Support Release | |
| 710 | -* Add auth parameter for multiple shortcodes per page | |
| 711 | -* Fixed <span> for error messages | |
| 712 | -* Fixed wp_enqueue_styles for windows servers | |
| 713 | -* Fixed php notice for captcha options | |
| 714 | - | |
| 715 | -= 3.1.4 = | |
| 716 | -* Support Release | |
| 717 | -* fixed problems with WP Sessions table and Database Handler | |
| 718 | -* fixed License Activation | |
| 719 | -* Add option for autofocus | |
| 720 | -* fixed helper for addon activation | |
| 721 | - | |
| 722 | -= 3.1.3 = | |
| 723 | -* Support Release | |
| 724 | -* Major improvements for captcha | |
| 725 | -* set width and height for captcha | |
| 726 | -* integrate wp-sessions-manager for session handling via database | |
| 727 | -* adding page builder support for elementor, WPBakery Pagebuilder and beaver builder (pro only) | |
| 728 | -* fix one pager bug with passster forms | |
| 729 | - | |
| 730 | -= 3.1.2 = | |
| 731 | -* Support Release | |
| 732 | -* Add placeholder and button label per shortcode | |
| 733 | -* Fix option set issues for captcha | |
| 734 | -* get rid of HTTP API and all external calls and replace with object cache | |
| 735 | - | |
| 736 | -= 3.1.1 = | |
| 737 | -* Support Release | |
| 738 | -* Fixing PHP notice for addons | |
| 739 | -* replace_file_get_contents() with WP HTTP API | |
| 740 | - | |
| 741 | -= 3.1 = | |
| 742 | -* new admin ui | |
| 743 | -* captcha is back! | |
| 744 | -* cache-compatible cookie solution | |
| 745 | -* design modifications via customizer | |
| 746 | -* cross-browser-compatible forms | |
| 747 | -* shortcode generator | |
| 748 | -* password generation with newset bcrypt standards | |
| 749 | -* password generator | |
| 750 | -* fix several bugs like instructions text, translations, php errors | |
| 751 | - | |
| 752 | -= 3.0 = | |
| 753 | -* under new development | |
| 754 | -* compatibilty with WordPress 4.9+ | |
| 755 | -* clean up and restructure whole plugin | |
| 756 | -* remove deprecated solutions for ajax and captcha | |
| 757 | -* removed date based selection of cookie expires | |
| 758 | - | |
| 759 | -= 2.11 = | |
| 760 | -* Setting "Password Field Placeholder" now accessible through "Settings -> Passster -> Password/CAPTCHA Field" | |
| 761 | - | |
| 762 | -= 2.10 = | |
| 763 | -* Form and CAPTCHA instructions moved to outside the form. | |
| 764 | -* `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter bug in AJAX mode fixed. | |
| 765 | -* CSS for `div.content-protector-form-instructions` fixed. | |
| 766 | -* New Setting "CAPTCHA Case Insensitive" - to allow users to enter CAPTCHAs w/o case-sensitivity. | |
| 767 | -* New action `content_protector_ajax_support` - for loading any extra files needed to support your protected content in AJAX mode. | |
| 768 | - | |
| 769 | -= 2.9.0.1 = | |
| 770 | -* Fixed bug crashing `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter. | |
| 771 | -* Full AJAX support for `[caption]` built-in shortcode. | |
| 772 | - | |
| 773 | -= 2.9 = | |
| 774 | -* Full AJAX support for `[embed]`, `[audio]`, and `[video]` built-in shortcodes. | |
| 775 | -* Added full support for `[playlist]` and `[gallery]` built-in shortcodes. | |
| 776 | -* Fixed Encrypted Passwords Storage setting message bug. | |
| 777 | -* `content_protector_content` filter now called `content_protector_unlocked_content`. | |
| 778 | -* `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter can now be customized from the Settings -> General tab. | |
| 779 | -* `the_content` filter now applied to form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 780 | - | |
| 781 | -= 2.8 = | |
| 782 | -* Partial AJAX support for `[embed]`, `[audio]`, and `[video]` built-in shortcodes. (experimental) | |
| 783 | -* Fixed AJAX error from code refactoring | |
| 784 | - | |
| 785 | -= 2.7 = | |
| 786 | -* Displaying Form CSS on unlocked content is now a user option (on the Form CSS tab). | |
| 787 | -* When saving settings, the Settings page will now remember which tab you were on and load it automatically, | |
| 788 | -* Fixed potential cookie expiry bug for sessions meant to last until the browser closes (expiry time set explicitly to '0'). | |
| 789 | -* Improved error checking for conflicting settings. | |
| 790 | -* Some code refactoring. | |
| 791 | - | |
| 792 | -= 2.6.2 = | |
| 793 | -* Fixed output buffering bug for access form introduced in 2.6.1. | |
| 794 | - | |
| 795 | -= 2.6.1 = | |
| 796 | -* Fixed AJAX security nonce bugs. | |
| 797 | - | |
| 798 | -= 2.6 = | |
| 799 | -* jQuery UI theme updated to 1.11.4 | |
| 800 | - | |
| 801 | -= 2.5.0.1 = | |
| 802 | -* New setting to manage encrypted passwords transient storage. | |
| 803 | -* New settings for Password/CAPTCHA Fields character lengths. | |
| 804 | -* Improved option initialization and cleanup routines. | |
| 805 | -* `content-protector-ajax.js` now loads in the footer. | |
| 806 | -* WPML/Polylang compatibility (beta). | |
| 807 | -* New partial translation into Serbian (Latin); thanks to Andrijana Nikolic from WebHostingGeeks (Novi parcijalni prevod na Srpski ( latinski ); Hvala Andrijana Nikolic iz WebHostingGeeks) | |
| 808 | - | |
| 809 | -= 2.5 = | |
| 810 | -* Skipped | |
| 811 | - | |
| 812 | -= 2.4 = | |
| 813 | -* Skipped | |
| 814 | - | |
| 815 | -= 2.3 = | |
| 816 | -* Settings admin page now limited to users with `manage_options` permission (i.e., admin users only). | |
| 817 | -* Fixed bug where when using AJAX and CAPTCHA together, CAPTCHA image didn't reload on incorrect password. | |
| 818 | -* New settings: use either a text or password field for entering passwords/CAPTCHAs, and set placeholder text for those fields. | |
| 819 | -* Added `autocomplete="off"` to the access form. | |
| 820 | -* Streamlined i18n for date/time pickers (Use values available in Wordpress settings and `$wp_locale` when available, combined *-i18n.js files into one). | |
| 821 | - | |
| 822 | -= 2.2.1 = | |
| 823 | -* Fixed AJAX bug where shortcode couldn't be found if already enclosed in another shortcode. | |
| 824 | -* Clarified error message if AJAX method cannot find shortcode. | |
| 825 | -* Changed calls from `die()` to `wp_die()`. | |
| 826 | - | |
| 827 | -= 2.2 = | |
| 828 | -* Removed `content-protector-admin-tinymce.js` (No need anymore; required JS variables now hooked directly into editor). Fixes incompatibility with OptimizePress. | |
| 829 | - | |
| 830 | -= 2.1.1 = | |
| 831 | -* Added custom filter `content_protector_content` to emulate `apply_filter( 'the_content', ... )` functionality for form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 832 | - | |
| 833 | -= 2.1 = | |
| 834 | -* Rich text editors for form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 835 | -* NEW Template/Conditional Tag: `content_protector_is_logged_in()` (See Usage for details). | |
| 836 | -* Performance improvements via Transients API. | |
| 837 | - | |
| 838 | -= 2.0 = | |
| 839 | -* New CAPTCHA feature! Check out the CAPTCHA tab on Settings -> Content Protector for details. | |
| 840 | -* Improved i18n. | |
| 841 | -* Various minor bug fixes. | |
| 842 | - | |
| 843 | -= 1.4.1 = | |
| 844 | -* Dashicons support for WP 3.8 + added. Support for old-style icons in Admin/TinyMCE is deprecated. | |
| 845 | -* Unified dashicons among all of my plugins. | |
| 846 | - | |
| 847 | -= 1.4 = | |
| 848 | -* Added "Display Success Message" option. | |
| 849 | - | |
| 850 | -= 1.3 = | |
| 851 | -* Added "Shared Authorization" feature. | |
| 852 | -* Renamed "Password Settings" to "General Settings". | |
| 853 | - | |
| 854 | -= 1.2.2 = | |
| 855 | -* Added support for Contact Form 7 when using AJAX. | |
| 856 | - | |
| 857 | -= 1.2.1 = | |
| 858 | -* Fixed label repetition on "Cookie expires after" drop-down menu. | |
| 859 | - | |
| 860 | -= 1.2 = | |
| 861 | -* Various CSS settings now controllable from the admin panel. | |
| 862 | -* Palettes on Settings color controls are now loaded from colors read from the active Theme's stylesheet. This | |
| 863 | -should help in choosing colors that fit in with the active Theme. | |
| 864 | -* Spinner image now preloaded. | |
| 865 | -* Some language strings changed. | |
| 866 | - | |
| 867 | -= 1.1 = | |
| 868 | -* AJAX loading message now customizable. | |
| 869 | - | |
| 870 | -= 1.0.1 = | |
| 871 | -* Added required images for jQuery UI theme. | |
| 872 | -* Fixed some i18n strings. | |
| 873 | - | |
| 874 | -= 1.0 = | |
| 875 | -* Initial release. | |
| 876 | - | |
| 877 | -== Upgrade Notice == | |
| 878 | -= 2.8 = | |
| 879 | -New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 880 | - | |
| 881 | -= 2.6.1 = | |
| 882 | -New bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 883 | - | |
| 884 | -= 2.3 = | |
| 885 | -New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 886 | - | |
| 887 | -= 2.1.1 = | |
| 888 | -Added custom filter `content_protector_content` to emulate `apply_filter( 'the_content', ... )` functionality for form and CAPTCHA instructions. Please upgrade. | |
| 889 | - | |
| 890 | -= 2.1 = | |
| 891 | -New features. Please upgrade. | |
| 892 | - | |
| 893 | -= 2.0 = | |
| 894 | -New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 895 | - | |
| 896 | -= 1.2.1 = | |
| 897 | -Fixed label repetition on "Cookie expires after" drop-down menu. Please upgrade. | |
| 898 | - | |
| 899 | -= 1.0.1 = | |
| 900 | -Added required images for JQuery UI theme and fixed some i18n strings. | |
| 901 | - | |
| 902 | -= 1.0 = | |
| 903 | -Initial release. | |
| 1 | +=== Passster - Password Protect Pages and Content === | |
| 2 | +Contributors: wpchill, silkalns | |
| 3 | +Tags: password protect, password, restrict content, sitewide, password protection | |
| 4 | +Requires at least: 6.5 | |
| 5 | +Tested up to: 7.1 | |
| 6 | +Requires PHP: 7.2 | |
| 7 | +License: GPLv2 or later | |
| 8 | +License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html | |
| 9 | +Stable tag: 4.3.16 | |
| 10 | + | |
| 11 | +== Description == | |
| 12 | +## Password Protect Pages, Posts & Content in WordPress | |
| 13 | + | |
| 14 | +Passster is an all-in-one plugin to password protect pages, content, or your entire site in seconds—quick, secure, and easy to use. | |
| 15 | +Passster offers three protection modes to cover every use case you may think of when it comes to password protecting your WordPress website. | |
| 16 | + | |
| 17 | +https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kjYklVLVFD8&list=PLM2tOjfhVrZdo_H26CV2I-UfdqpDWxo3D&index=4 | |
| 18 | + | |
| 19 | +### Passster Pro – Even more protection features when making a purchase | |
| 20 | + | |
| 21 | +**Multiple Passwords & Password Lists** | |
| 22 | +- Assign multiple passwords for different users. | |
| 23 | +- Create and manage large password lists for easy control. | |
| 24 | + | |
| 25 | +**Quick & Bulk Edit for Password Protection** | |
| 26 | +- Use WordPress **Quick Edit** and **Bulk Edit** to protect multiple pages instantly. | |
| 27 | + | |
| 28 | +**Unlock Content by User Role or Email** | |
| 29 | +- Automatically grant access to specific users or email addresses. | |
| 30 | + | |
| 31 | +**Password Expiration & Usage Limits** | |
| 32 | +- Set passwords to expire after a number of uses, first use, or by a time limit (hours, days, weeks). | |
| 33 | +- Track which passwords were used and when they will expire. | |
| 34 | + | |
| 35 | +**Generate Unlock Links** | |
| 36 | +- Create encrypted unlock links so users can access content without entering a password. | |
| 37 | +- Automatically shorten links with **Bit.ly** for easy sharing. | |
| 38 | + | |
| 39 | +**WooCommerce Protection & Sales** | |
| 40 | +- Protect WooCommerce pages, products, and checkout with a password. | |
| 41 | +- Sell access to protected content—generate and email passwords automatically after purchase. | |
| 42 | + | |
| 43 | +**Detailed Password Usage Statistics** | |
| 44 | +- Track when and how often passwords are used. | |
| 45 | +- View first usage date, IP (optional), and browser details. | |
| 46 | + | |
| 47 | +## Quick Comparison (Free vs. Pro) | |
| 48 | + | |
| 49 | +### Free Version: | |
| 50 | +✔ Protect sections of pages using shortcodes or blocks. | |
| 51 | +✔ Secure entire pages and posts. | |
| 52 | +✔ Automatically protect child pages with a single click. | |
| 53 | +✔ Lock down your entire site with a password. | |
| 54 | +✔ Unlock protected content without refreshing the page. | |
| 55 | +✔ Customize the design, labels, and descriptions of the password form. | |
| 56 | +✔ Use cookies to grant access across multiple protected areas. | |
| 57 | + | |
| 58 | +### Pro Version: | |
| 59 | +✔ Everything in the free version, plus: | |
| 60 | +✔ Protect content with **multiple passwords** or password lists. | |
| 61 | +✔ Quickly set up password protection via Quick Edit or Bulk Edit. | |
| 62 | +✔ Protect content using **Google reCAPTCHA or hCAPTCHA**. | |
| 63 | +✔ Unlock protected content by **user role or email**. | |
| 64 | +✔ Set passwords to **expire** based on usage limits or time intervals. | |
| 65 | +✔ Generate encrypted **unlock links** for seamless access. | |
| 66 | +✔ Track and prevent **concurrent password sharing**. | |
| 67 | +✔ Secure **WooCommerce products and store pages**. | |
| 68 | +✔ Sell access to protected content via **WooCommerce integration**. | |
| 69 | +✔ Detailed statistics on password usage and lists. | |
| 70 | + | |
| 71 | +Get it now on [passster.com/](https://passster.com/) | |
| 72 | + | |
| 73 | +### Documentation | |
| 74 | + | |
| 75 | +Learn more about this plugin [in our official documentation](https://passster.com/kb/) | |
| 76 | + | |
| 77 | +== Support == | |
| 78 | +* Free users: [Ask in our forum](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/content-protector/) | |
| 79 | +* Pro users: [Get priority help](https://passster.com/contact-us/?utm_source=wordpress.org&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=description&utm_term=contact+us) | |
| 80 | + | |
| 81 | +== Frequently Asked Questions == | |
| 82 | + | |
| 83 | += Can I use Passster in multiple languages = | |
| 84 | +All primary texts and information can be modified from the admin area of Passster. | |
| 85 | +The plugin is fully translatable in your language. There are only en_EN and de_DE at the moment, but you can easily add your preferred language as a .po/.mo. | |
| 86 | +It’s also fully compatible with WPML and Polylang. | |
| 87 | + | |
| 88 | += Where do I report security bugs found in this plugin? = | |
| 89 | + | |
| 90 | +Please report security bugs found in the source code of the Passster plugin through the [Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/9e5fb73f-e810-474a-a64f-c86081aa9b46). The Patchstack team will assist you with verification, CVE assignment, and notify the developers of this plugin." | |
| 91 | + | |
| 92 | +== Screenshots == | |
| 93 | +1. Passster Password Form | |
| 94 | +2. Passster Settings Area General | |
| 95 | +3. Passster Settings Area Design | |
| 96 | +4. Passster Protected Areas | |
| 97 | +5. Passster Protected Areas in page edit | |
| 98 | +6. Passster Password Lists - Pro only | |
| 99 | +7. Passster Statistics - Pro only | |
| 100 | + | |
| 101 | +== Installation == | |
| 102 | + | |
| 103 | +Passster is simple to install: | |
| 104 | + | |
| 105 | +1. Download the .zip' | |
| 106 | +2. Unzip | |
| 107 | +3. Upload the directory to your '/wp-content/plugins' directory | |
| 108 | +4. Go to the plugin management page and enable the Passster Plugin | |
| 109 | +5. Browse to Settings > Passster | |
| 110 | +6. Customise your settings and your good to go! | |
| 111 | + | |
| 112 | +== Changelog == | |
| 113 | += 4.3.16 - 18.09.2026 = | |
| 114 | +* Added: Post Type Level Protection: password-protect an entire post type at once. | |
| 115 | +* Fixed: Unlock link redirects on archive pages. | |
| 116 | + | |
| 117 | += 4.3.15 - 10.09.2026 = | |
| 118 | +* Fixed: Compatibility issue with some page builders. | |
| 119 | + | |
| 120 | += 4.3.14 - 03.09.2026 = | |
| 121 | +* Fixed: Security update. | |
| 122 | +* Fixed: Minor admin UI improvements. | |
| 123 | + | |
| 124 | += 4.3.13 - 02.09.2026 = | |
| 125 | +* Fixed: Security update. | |
| 126 | + | |
| 127 | += 4.3.12 - 01.09.2026 = | |
| 128 | +* Fixed: Security update. | |
| 129 | + | |
| 130 | += 4.3.11 - 25.08.2026 = | |
| 131 | +* Fixed: Some Design settings were not being applied to the password form. | |
| 132 | + | |
| 133 | += 4.3.10 - 21.08.2026 = | |
| 134 | +* Fixed: Various password validation and unlock reliability improvements. | |
| 135 | + | |
| 136 | += 4.3.9 - 13.08.2026 = | |
| 137 | +* Fixed: Security issue (thanks to WPScan). | |
| 138 | +* Fixed: Block editor freezing when selecting a block built with page builders like Spectra. | |
| 139 | +* Changed: Hid noisy Freemius notices (opt-in reminder, premium activation, plan upgrade messages). | |
| 140 | +* Changed: Updated Freemius SDK to 2.13.4. | |
| 141 | + | |
| 142 | += 4.3.8 - 03.08.2026 = | |
| 143 | +* Fixed: Security issue. | |
| 144 | +* Fixed: Block editor freezing on pages built with Elementor. | |
| 145 | +* Changed: Improved Protected Content block toolbar performance on pages with many blocks. | |
| 146 | + | |
| 147 | += 4.3.7 - 27.07.2026 = | |
| 148 | +* Fixed: Security issue (thanks to Pierre Rudloff). | |
| 149 | + | |
| 150 | += 4.3.6 - 23.07.2026 = | |
| 151 | +* Added: "Show Password" label is now customizable from the General settings tab. | |
| 152 | +* Fixed: Per-page form text being used even when "Overwrite Defaults" is disabled. | |
| 153 | +* Fixed: Instruction text showing as garbled characters when using the Protected Area block. | |
| 154 | +* Fixed: Security issues (thanks to Revanth Hari Narayana Matte). | |
| 155 | + | |
| 156 | += 4.3.5 - 02.06.2026 = | |
| 157 | +* Fixed: hCaptcha cookie not being recognized on subsequent page loads. | |
| 158 | +* Fixed: Unlock links with special characters in instructions could cause encoding errors. | |
| 159 | +* Fixed: Pass parameter being lost during global protection redirect. | |
| 160 | + | |
| 161 | += 4.3.4 - 08.05.2026 = | |
| 162 | +* Fixed: Replaced non-functional license activation button on free version with installation guide for Passster PRO. | |
| 163 | +* Fixed: Category lock not showing password form on regular post category archive pages. | |
| 164 | + | |
| 165 | += 4.3.3 - 03.04.2026 = | |
| 166 | +* Changed: Enhance PS_Rest_Handler to allow public access to additional Passster endpoints for guest users. | |
| 167 | + | |
| 168 | += 4.3.2 - 30.03.2026 = | |
| 169 | +* Fixed: Category lock for WooCommerce products and categories. | |
| 170 | +* Changed: Page refresh on unlock is now on by default. Inline unlock can be enabled via Advanced → Unlock Behaviour. | |
| 171 | + | |
| 172 | += 4.3.1 - 20.03.2026 = | |
| 173 | +* Fixed: Password label should not be visible, it's there for accessibility reasons. | |
| 174 | +* Fixed: Password label is now translatable. | |
| 175 | +* Fixed: Missing loading animation. | |
| 176 | + | |
| 177 | += 4.3.0 - 20.03.2026 = | |
| 178 | +* Changed: Refactor settings display and added statistics page. | |
| 179 | +* Added: Category lock. | |
| 180 | +* Added: Passter Protected Area Gutenberg wrapper block. | |
| 181 | + | |
| 182 | += 4.2.29 - 12.02.2026 = | |
| 183 | +* Fixed: Password validation and unlock link generation failing when the password contains the % character. | |
| 184 | + | |
| 185 | += 4.2.28 - 02.02.2026 = | |
| 186 | +* Fixed: Nonce validation failing for logged-in users when fetched via REST endpoint. | |
| 187 | + | |
| 188 | += 4.2.27 - 27.01.2026 = | |
| 189 | +* Fixed: Prevent nonce from being cached. | |
| 190 | +* Fixed: Page protect children option. | |
| 191 | + | |
| 192 | += 4.2.26 - 16.01.2026 = | |
| 193 | +* Fixed: Security update | |
| 194 | + | |
| 195 | += 4.2.25 - 14.01.2026 = | |
| 196 | +* Fixed: Passster protected events do not show up in The Events Callendar REST requests. | |
| 197 | +* Changed: Prevent nonce from being cached. | |
| 198 | +* Fixed: Security update | |
| 199 | + | |
| 200 | += 4.2.24 - 12.01.2026 = | |
| 201 | +* Fixed: Vulnerability in passster shortcode. | |
| 202 | +* Fixed: Fix allowing hashed in unlocking page url. | |
| 203 | + | |
| 204 | += 4.2.23 - 08.01.2026 = | |
| 205 | +* Fixed: Bug preventing password validation. | |
| 206 | + | |
| 207 | += 4.2.22 - 05.01.2026 = | |
| 208 | +* Fixed: Vulnerability in passster shortcode. | |
| 209 | + | |
| 210 | += 4.2.21 - 18.12.2025 = | |
| 211 | +* Fixed: Vulnerability in passster shortcode. | |
| 212 | + | |
| 213 | += 4.2.20 - 22.10.2025 = | |
| 214 | +* Fixed: Security update | |
| 215 | + | |
| 216 | += 4.2.19 - 02.10.2025 = | |
| 217 | +* Fixed: Vulnerability in passster shortcode. | |
| 218 | + | |
| 219 | += 4.2.18 - 15.09.2025 = | |
| 220 | +* Added: null alt attribute to ps-loader image for better accessibility compliance. | |
| 221 | +* Changed: Made password form input IDs unique per protected area to prevent duplicate IDs when using multiple forms on the same page. | |
| 222 | + | |
| 223 | += 4.2.17 - 22.07.2025 = | |
| 224 | +* Fixed: Users with allowed roles can now access other pages when global restriction is active and the password page is excluded for them. | |
| 225 | + | |
| 226 | += 4.2.16 - 09.07.2025 = | |
| 227 | +* Changed: Allow HTML & shortcodes in instructions. | |
| 228 | + | |
| 229 | += 4.2.15 - 17.03.2025 = | |
| 230 | +* Added: Support for Turnstile captcha. | |
| 231 | + | |
| 232 | += 4.2.14 - 25.02.2025 = | |
| 233 | +* Fixed: Unlock link was not working properly. | |
| 234 | + | |
| 235 | += 4.2.13 - 03.02.2025 = | |
| 236 | +* Fixed: Global protection page was not being protected even if "Activate Protection" was on. | |
| 237 | + | |
| 238 | += 4.2.12 - 20.12.2024 = | |
| 239 | +* Changed: Security update - Updated Freemius SDK | |
| 240 | + | |
| 241 | += 4.2.10 - 11.12.2024 = | |
| 242 | +* Changed: Updated upsells information | |
| 243 | + | |
| 244 | += 4.2.9 - 10.12.2024 = | |
| 245 | +* Added: Settings upsells | |
| 246 | + | |
| 247 | += 4.2.8 - 06.12.2024 = | |
| 248 | +* Changed: Readme update | |
| 249 | + | |
| 250 | += 4.2.7 = | |
| 251 | + | |
| 252 | +* WP 6.7 compatibility | |
| 253 | +* dependency updates | |
| 254 | +* PHP 8.3 compatibility | |
| 255 | +* make headline removable via design settings | |
| 256 | +* default tag for headlines is now <span> for SEO purposes | |
| 257 | +* fixed expiration with cookie usage (pro-only) | |
| 258 | + | |
| 259 | += 4.2.6.6 = | |
| 260 | + | |
| 261 | +* WP 6.6 compatiblity | |
| 262 | +* latest dependencies for the block editor | |
| 263 | +* fixed missing default value breaking design settings | |
| 264 | +* latest Freemius SDK upgrade | |
| 265 | + | |
| 266 | += 4.2.6.5 = | |
| 267 | + | |
| 268 | +* improved expiration for passwords with unlock links | |
| 269 | +* fixed escaping for redirect parameter | |
| 270 | +* several security improvements | |
| 271 | +* updated to 6.5 compatibility | |
| 272 | + | |
| 273 | += 4.2.6.4 = | |
| 274 | + | |
| 275 | +* exclude pagebuilders from rest restriction (frontend editing) | |
| 276 | + | |
| 277 | += 4.2.6.3 = | |
| 278 | + | |
| 279 | +* fixed components for WP 6.4.3 release (margin/radius) | |
| 280 | +* restrict Rest API access with global protection | |
| 281 | + | |
| 282 | += 4.2.6.2 = | |
| 283 | + | |
| 284 | +* added exception for sanitized array setting (exclude pages) | |
| 285 | + | |
| 286 | += 4.2.6.1 = | |
| 287 | + | |
| 288 | +* added hook to combine generated password with order | |
| 289 | +* improved sanitization on importer | |
| 290 | +* added russian + ukrainian translation | |
| 291 | +* SDK upgrade | |
| 292 | + | |
| 293 | += 4.2.6 = | |
| 294 | + | |
| 295 | +* WordPress 6.4 compatibility | |
| 296 | + | |
| 297 | += 4.2.5 = | |
| 298 | + | |
| 299 | +* WooCommerce email trigger after status complete | |
| 300 | +* added filter for generated password | |
| 301 | +* protected page optional for WooCommerce integration | |
| 302 | +* improved admin UI contrasts | |
| 303 | +* restructured design settings | |
| 304 | + | |
| 305 | += 4.2.4 = | |
| 306 | + | |
| 307 | +* WP 6.3 compatibility | |
| 308 | + | |
| 309 | += 4.2.3 = | |
| 310 | + | |
| 311 | +* some Freemius integration improvements | |
| 312 | + | |
| 313 | += 4.2.2 = | |
| 314 | + | |
| 315 | +* improved logout button markup | |
| 316 | +* added action after validating password list hash | |
| 317 | +* Freemius SDK update to 2.5.10 | |
| 318 | + | |
| 319 | += 4.2.1 = | |
| 320 | + | |
| 321 | +* improved admin UI with permanent sidebar | |
| 322 | +* improved value handling for margin/padding to avoid PHP notices | |
| 323 | +* added filter to validate payment before sending e-mail (pro-only) | |
| 324 | + | |
| 325 | += 4.2 = | |
| 326 | + | |
| 327 | +* selling and generating passwords with WooCommerce (pro-only) | |
| 328 | +* assign and manage multiple passwords lists (pro-only) | |
| 329 | +* hotfix editing areas with Oxygen Builder | |
| 330 | +* helper methods to automatically generate and add passwords to lists | |
| 331 | +* statistics for password usage + custom database table | |
| 332 | +* expiration statistics for passsword lists | |
| 333 | +* fixed area shortcode inspector controls | |
| 334 | +* GPDR friendly tracking implementation | |
| 335 | + | |
| 336 | += 4.1.4 = | |
| 337 | + | |
| 338 | +* reverted hcaptcha integration | |
| 339 | +* updated admin links to new URL structure | |
| 340 | +* fixed expiration settings with new encryption | |
| 341 | +* fixed PHP notice if reCaptcha doesn't return a response | |
| 342 | + | |
| 343 | += 4.1.3.1 = | |
| 344 | + | |
| 345 | +* v4 API integration for Bit.ly | |
| 346 | + | |
| 347 | += 4.1.3 = | |
| 348 | + | |
| 349 | +* fixed conditional for unlock links | |
| 350 | +* support for additional URL parameters in cache friendly URLs | |
| 351 | +* prevent multiple renders in quick edit | |
| 352 | +* hcaptcha with checkbox | |
| 353 | +* removed default margin from CSS | |
| 354 | +* copy shortcode with fallback for Block Editor | |
| 355 | +* removed deprecated compatibility method | |
| 356 | + | |
| 357 | += 4.1.2 = | |
| 358 | + | |
| 359 | +* fallback solution to get post id in classic editor | |
| 360 | +* fixed saving meta data in classic editor | |
| 361 | +* compatibility with disable gutenberg plugin | |
| 362 | + | |
| 363 | += 4.1.1 = | |
| 364 | + | |
| 365 | +* fixed regex pattern in deprecated shortcode | |
| 366 | +* removed regex pattern for captcha as the feature no longer exists | |
| 367 | + | |
| 368 | += 4.1 = | |
| 369 | + | |
| 370 | +* protect child pages | |
| 371 | +* quick edit and bulk edit pages/posts for protection (pro-only) | |
| 372 | +* hCaptcha protection (pro-only) | |
| 373 | +* preventing PHP notices with concurrent usage and recaptcha | |
| 374 | +* better dynamics for admin column + less intrusive styling | |
| 375 | + | |
| 376 | += 4.0.1 = | |
| 377 | + | |
| 378 | +* fixed reCAPTCHA selection not saving in admin | |
| 379 | +* improved fallback margin/padding for protection block | |
| 380 | +* improved description of the unlock mode to make it easier to understand | |
| 381 | + | |
| 382 | += 4.0 = | |
| 383 | + | |
| 384 | +* entirely new admin UI rewritten with React | |
| 385 | +* custom block to select areas | |
| 386 | +* ability to generate passwords | |
| 387 | +* improved global protection UI | |
| 388 | +* ability to exlude pages from global protection | |
| 389 | +* on-the-fly unlock link generation | |
| 390 | + | |
| 391 | += 3.5.5.7 = | |
| 392 | + | |
| 393 | +* modified Freemius prefix to prevent compatibility errors with Post SMTP plugin | |
| 394 | + | |
| 395 | += 3.5.5.6 = | |
| 396 | + | |
| 397 | +* fixed Elementor integration with areas. | |
| 398 | + | |
| 399 | += 3.5.5.5.2 = | |
| 400 | + | |
| 401 | +* improved fallback solution to convert base64 to hmac | |
| 402 | +* changed validation priority: cookies - links - post data for quicker validation | |
| 403 | + | |
| 404 | += 3.5.5.5.1 = | |
| 405 | + | |
| 406 | +* integrated converter to automatically convert old link encryption to new hashed encryption | |
| 407 | +* fixed missing hash_nonce value in wp_localize_scripts | |
| 408 | + | |
| 409 | += 3.5.5.5 = | |
| 410 | + | |
| 411 | +* dynamic version number for cache busting after update | |
| 412 | +* new encryption for encrypted links | |
| 413 | +* cleared up upgrade/activation code | |
| 414 | +* includes + load_textdomain in plugins_loaded | |
| 415 | +* fixed task priority with global protection and redirect | |
| 416 | +* fixed ReCaptcha v2 validation and content return statement | |
| 417 | +* better default settings | |
| 418 | + | |
| 419 | + | |
| 420 | += 3.5.5.4 = | |
| 421 | + | |
| 422 | +* improved hmac validation with cookies | |
| 423 | +* fixed reload in combination with global page protection | |
| 424 | +* introduced a unique secret key per installation | |
| 425 | +* reverted Rest API implementation and used Ajax instead | |
| 426 | + | |
| 427 | += 3.5.5.3.1 = | |
| 428 | + | |
| 429 | +* fix for captcha/recaptcha validation with hew hmac encryption | |
| 430 | + | |
| 431 | += 3.5.5.3 = | |
| 432 | + | |
| 433 | +* fixed escaping area id in shortcode | |
| 434 | +* implemented concurrent logins feature | |
| 435 | +* encryption for cookies with unique secret key (hmac) | |
| 436 | +* dedicated ajax class to handle validation | |
| 437 | +* Rest API implementation for password encryption | |
| 438 | +* general code cleanup (better performance + improved doc blocks) | |
| 439 | +* consistent singletone pattern for all classes | |
| 440 | +* better check for areas and full page protection (improved security) | |
| 441 | +* latest freemius SDK | |
| 442 | +* improved cookie-js implementation with sameSite attributes | |
| 443 | +* fixed logo font rendering | |
| 444 | + | |
| 445 | += 3.5.5.2 = | |
| 446 | + | |
| 447 | +* filter to disable base64 encryption for cookies and links | |
| 448 | +* Freemius SDK update | |
| 449 | +* jQuery migrate fix for captcha | |
| 450 | +* improved escaping of shortcode attributes (area and password lists) | |
| 451 | + | |
| 452 | += 3.5.5.1 = | |
| 453 | + | |
| 454 | +* better permission check settings page | |
| 455 | +* better permission check metaboxes | |
| 456 | +* improved german translation | |
| 457 | +* added redirect parameter and settings | |
| 458 | +* updated cookie js for better compatibility | |
| 459 | +* added support for WooCommerce products and shop pages | |
| 460 | +* filter to allow spaces in passwords | |
| 461 | +* fixed version number | |
| 462 | + | |
| 463 | += 3.5.4 = | |
| 464 | + | |
| 465 | +* fixed notice for checking areas | |
| 466 | +* updated dependencies | |
| 467 | +* fixed security issue in is_valid() | |
| 468 | +* fixed validation with reload option | |
| 469 | + | |
| 470 | += 3.5.3 = | |
| 471 | + | |
| 472 | +* security patch | |
| 473 | +* better error handling with fade and clear input | |
| 474 | +* better area restriction | |
| 475 | +* better performance for password checkups | |
| 476 | +* removed rych hash dependency | |
| 477 | +* improved WooCommerce product restriction | |
| 478 | +* Gutenberg Support for areas | |
| 479 | +* fixed notice for bitly check | |
| 480 | +* fixed notice for recaptcha validation | |
| 481 | + | |
| 482 | += 3.5.2 = | |
| 483 | + | |
| 484 | +* fix for shortcode validation capabilities | |
| 485 | +* improved validation for global protection | |
| 486 | + | |
| 487 | += 3.5.1 = | |
| 488 | +* bugfix for link protection | |
| 489 | +* pagebuilder editing support for areas | |
| 490 | +* fixed show password function | |
| 491 | +* is_valid() for areas | |
| 492 | +* dynamic {post-id} parameter for shortcodes in AJAX | |
| 493 | +* hide parameter for areas | |
| 494 | +* check form values before AJAX submit (required attributes for example) | |
| 495 | + | |
| 496 | += 3.5 = | |
| 497 | + | |
| 498 | +* introduced protected areas | |
| 499 | +* shortcode configurator in areas | |
| 500 | +* bugfix: spaces in password lists | |
| 501 | +* PHP 8 support improvements | |
| 502 | +* removed auto-updater for options | |
| 503 | +* automatically add metaboxes to all registered (public) post types | |
| 504 | +* removed wp_auto_p() for Oxygen Builder support | |
| 505 | +* removed deprecated Pagebuilder modules (handled with areas now) | |
| 506 | +* min value for Cookie set to 1 and no negativ values possible | |
| 507 | +* improved widget support with areas | |
| 508 | +* performance optimization for large password lists | |
| 509 | + | |
| 510 | + | |
| 511 | += 3.4.2 = | |
| 512 | + | |
| 513 | +* lighter freemius integration | |
| 514 | +* admin UI improvements | |
| 515 | +* direct links for documentation and support in admin header | |
| 516 | + | |
| 517 | += 3.4.1 = | |
| 518 | + | |
| 519 | +* added expire by usage and time for password lists (pro only) | |
| 520 | +* added global password protection | |
| 521 | +* base64 encryption for cookies | |
| 522 | +* bugfix for bitly URL toggle (pro only) | |
| 523 | +* improved uninstall with latest options | |
| 524 | +* auto activate reload option if pagebuilder is activated | |
| 525 | + | |
| 526 | += 3.4 = | |
| 527 | + | |
| 528 | +* added support to unlock widgets via ajax | |
| 529 | +* added support to unlock acf fields via ajax | |
| 530 | +* added shortcode params to page protection (pro only) | |
| 531 | +* added user restriction to page protection (pro only) | |
| 532 | +* fixed one-time usage for password lists without ajax (pro only) | |
| 533 | +* added option to redirect to source URL after link unlock (pro only) | |
| 534 | + | |
| 535 | += 3.3.9 = | |
| 536 | +* latest freemius SDK | |
| 537 | +* fixed ID parameter for multiple forms per page | |
| 538 | +* custom headline, ID parameter for Recaptcha v2/v3 | |
| 539 | +* better enqueue for ReCaptcha v2 | |
| 540 | + | |
| 541 | += 3.3.8 = | |
| 542 | +* removed old cache busting prevent 404 errors for files | |
| 543 | +* wp_enqueue_script for ReCaptcha preventing cache issues | |
| 544 | +* introduced ajax loader to indicate verification | |
| 545 | +* fixed metabox showing wrong selected password list | |
| 546 | +* improved admin wording for more clarification | |
| 547 | +* updated german translation files | |
| 548 | + | |
| 549 | += 3.3.7 = | |
| 550 | + | |
| 551 | +* WordPress 5.5 compatibility | |
| 552 | +* Elementor with Ajax mode compatibility | |
| 553 | +* added WPML config file | |
| 554 | +* update german translation | |
| 555 | +* prevent fatal error if ps_run_plugin() is already declared | |
| 556 | +* number field instead of text for cookie duration | |
| 557 | +* ReCaptcha without async defer (handled via Caching plugins) | |
| 558 | +* fixed PHP notice for bitly integration | |
| 559 | + | |
| 560 | += 3.3.6 = | |
| 561 | +* cache-busting for no-ajax mode and cookies | |
| 562 | +* fixed double docs link | |
| 563 | +* support option for third-party-shortcodes with pre-render | |
| 564 | +* removed auto-space from password lists | |
| 565 | +* new link encryption solution with metabox and bitly | |
| 566 | +* hide parameter for WPBakery integration | |
| 567 | +* updated and fixed german translation | |
| 568 | + | |
| 569 | += 3.3.5 = | |
| 570 | +* performance improvements for password lists | |
| 571 | +* support for Google ReCaptcha v2 with selection | |
| 572 | +* more efficient ajax handling for different unlock methods. | |
| 573 | +* auto-update cookie settings if no ajax mode is used. | |
| 574 | + | |
| 575 | += 3.3.4.1 = | |
| 576 | +* more robust regex for various shortcode implementations | |
| 577 | +* added action to track unlocks with Google Analytics and other tracking solutions | |
| 578 | + | |
| 579 | += 3.3.4 = | |
| 580 | +* fixed additional params to overwrite texts in the shortcode | |
| 581 | +* fixed empty content while using additional parameters | |
| 582 | +* added tablepress support for ajax | |
| 583 | +* implemented old recaptcha parameters for backwards compatibility | |
| 584 | + | |
| 585 | += 3.3.3 = | |
| 586 | +* better compatibility mode with cache busting | |
| 587 | +* better ReCaptcha integration with ajax and with cookies | |
| 588 | +* compatibility: full page protection with divi builder | |
| 589 | +* more reliable way to get valid response via ajax | |
| 590 | +* mobile-friendly cache-busting after authentication | |
| 591 | + | |
| 592 | += 3.3.2 = | |
| 593 | +* added compatibility mode for forcing reload | |
| 594 | +* compatibility fix Elementor full page protection | |
| 595 | +* compatibility fix WpBakery Pagebuilder full page protection | |
| 596 | +* re-added error message in Customizer | |
| 597 | +* improved german translation | |
| 598 | + | |
| 599 | +* fixed captcha loading while not in use | |
| 600 | +* fixed wrong redirection after activation | |
| 601 | +* fixed wrong object call for elementor users. | |
| 602 | + | |
| 603 | += 3.3.1 = | |
| 604 | +* fixed captcha loading while not in use | |
| 605 | +* fixed wrong redirection after activation | |
| 606 | +* fixed wrong object call for elementor users. | |
| 607 | + | |
| 608 | += 3.3 = | |
| 609 | +* major release | |
| 610 | +* new admin UI and simplfied settings | |
| 611 | +* password protection for pages, posts and products | |
| 612 | +* new captcha solution with canvas objects | |
| 613 | +* new Google ReCaptcha v3 integration | |
| 614 | +* removed requirements for PHP sessions for better compatibility | |
| 615 | +* removed old Google API vendor for better compatibility | |
| 616 | +* refactored the entire shortcode and submit solution | |
| 617 | +* ajax-based submit and validation - no page reload required anymore | |
| 618 | +* fixed cookie solution for captcha, ReCaptcha | |
| 619 | +* easier template function is_valid() for complete checks of all parameters | |
| 620 | +* fixed shortcode parameters for headline and id | |
| 621 | +* better uninstall cleanup | |
| 622 | +* intrated metabox for setting Passster settings for complete pages | |
| 623 | + | |
| 624 | + | |
| 625 | += 3.2.6.1 = | |
| 626 | +* cookie for passwords conditional function fixed | |
| 627 | +* introduced API parameter to elementor and beaver builder | |
| 628 | +* fixed notice if api not available in helper methods | |
| 629 | + | |
| 630 | += 3.2.6 = | |
| 631 | +* WPBakery Page Builder row protection with correct default values | |
| 632 | +* new helper class for cookies | |
| 633 | +* api parameter possibility to add external apis | |
| 634 | + | |
| 635 | += 3.2.5 = | |
| 636 | +* Another VC protection row fix.. | |
| 637 | +* compatibility WPBakery 6.0.5 | |
| 638 | + | |
| 639 | += 3.2.4 = | |
| 640 | +* VC row protection fix | |
| 641 | +* new partly parameter | |
| 642 | +* cookie set fix and conditional function to check for | |
| 643 | +* new type hint solution (better jQuery compatibility) | |
| 644 | +* is_cookie_valid check for all password related protection types | |
| 645 | +* admin css fixes with prefix | |
| 646 | + | |
| 647 | + | |
| 648 | += 3.2.3 = | |
| 649 | +* Password Lists fix for all page builder | |
| 650 | +* prevent autoload error if free and premium version installed | |
| 651 | +* customizer as default values for page builder options | |
| 652 | +* placeholder now configurable in the customizer | |
| 653 | + | |
| 654 | += 3.2.2 = | |
| 655 | +* fixed captcha notice | |
| 656 | +* fixed rows shortcode for WPBakery Pagebuilder | |
| 657 | +* more efficient notice handling in admin area | |
| 658 | + | |
| 659 | += 3.2.1 = | |
| 660 | +* adding the "hide" parameter to hide forms if set and multiple forms used | |
| 661 | +* compatibility AAM plugin fix for multiple user roles | |
| 662 | +* captcha is now a free addon - lower php version needed for basic password usage | |
| 663 | +* check_atts method now working correctly | |
| 664 | +* WPBakery Pagebuilder addon fix (free) | |
| 665 | +* WPBakery Pagebuilder addon protect rows (only pro) | |
| 666 | +* add message for captcha usage | |
| 667 | +* new (and working) solution for show passwords before submitting | |
| 668 | + | |
| 669 | += 3.2.0.6 = | |
| 670 | +* new AMP support with cookies | |
| 671 | +* Fixed delete error notice for passster_lists function not exists | |
| 672 | +* introduced new helper function for AMP set_amp_headers() | |
| 673 | +* drop db table for sessions if full uninstall option set | |
| 674 | +* customizer option to show password while typing | |
| 675 | + | |
| 676 | += 3.2.0.5 = | |
| 677 | +* fixed amp notice | |
| 678 | +* fixed backend_admin_notice error | |
| 679 | +* fixed customizer for themify ultra theme | |
| 680 | + | |
| 681 | += 3.2.0.4 = | |
| 682 | +* PS_List collision fix | |
| 683 | + | |
| 684 | += 3.2.0.3 = | |
| 685 | +* autoload backupwp collision fix | |
| 686 | + | |
| 687 | += 3.2.0.2 = | |
| 688 | +* SVN fix for missing files | |
| 689 | +* cookies for conditional functions | |
| 690 | + | |
| 691 | += 3.2.0.1 = | |
| 692 | +* pagebuilder path fix | |
| 693 | +* admin amp option fix | |
| 694 | + | |
| 695 | += 3.2 = | |
| 696 | +* security patch freemius | |
| 697 | +* add cookie option for multiple passwords | |
| 698 | +* add pagebuilder addons in free version | |
| 699 | +* fix php notices for php 7 support | |
| 700 | +* remove OptionsHandler class for support older php versions | |
| 701 | +* add password lists (admin + shortcode) | |
| 702 | +* update translation files | |
| 703 | +* added AMP support for all protection types | |
| 704 | +* improve default values after Installation | |
| 705 | + | |
| 706 | += 3.1.9.1 = | |
| 707 | +* Fix PHP 5.6 upgrader problems | |
| 708 | +* Moved autoloader up so database upgrade is handeled correctly | |
| 709 | + | |
| 710 | + | |
| 711 | += 3.1.9 = | |
| 712 | +* PHP 5.6 compatibility | |
| 713 | +* function naming fixes | |
| 714 | +* optimize session handler class | |
| 715 | + | |
| 716 | += 3.1.8 = | |
| 717 | +* introduce conditional functions for template usage | |
| 718 | +* completely remove the autofocus | |
| 719 | +* fixes save settings for user_toggle option | |
| 720 | +* updates the session handling for captcha to PHP 7.2 compatibility | |
| 721 | +* prevents autofill for safari, chrome and webkit supported browsers | |
| 722 | + | |
| 723 | += 3.1.7 = | |
| 724 | +* includes fixes for beaver builder module support | |
| 725 | + | |
| 726 | += 3.1.6 = | |
| 727 | +* Support Release | |
| 728 | +* Fixed multiple passwords runtime | |
| 729 | +* add customizer notice on Installation | |
| 730 | +* improved german translation | |
| 731 | +* add an seprate atts function for more readable code | |
| 732 | +* add new users addon | |
| 733 | +* | |
| 734 | + | |
| 735 | += 3.1.5 = | |
| 736 | +* Support Release | |
| 737 | +* Add auth parameter for multiple shortcodes per page | |
| 738 | +* Fixed <span> for error messages | |
| 739 | +* Fixed wp_enqueue_styles for windows servers | |
| 740 | +* Fixed php notice for captcha options | |
| 741 | + | |
| 742 | += 3.1.4 = | |
| 743 | +* Support Release | |
| 744 | +* fixed problems with WP Sessions table and Database Handler | |
| 745 | +* fixed License Activation | |
| 746 | +* Add option for autofocus | |
| 747 | +* fixed helper for addon activation | |
| 748 | + | |
| 749 | += 3.1.3 = | |
| 750 | +* Support Release | |
| 751 | +* Major improvements for captcha | |
| 752 | +* set width and height for captcha | |
| 753 | +* integrate wp-sessions-manager for session handling via database | |
| 754 | +* adding page builder support for elementor, WPBakery Pagebuilder and beaver builder (pro only) | |
| 755 | +* fix one pager bug with passster forms | |
| 756 | + | |
| 757 | += 3.1.2 = | |
| 758 | +* Support Release | |
| 759 | +* Add placeholder and button label per shortcode | |
| 760 | +* Fix option set issues for captcha | |
| 761 | +* get rid of HTTP API and all external calls and replace with object cache | |
| 762 | + | |
| 763 | += 3.1.1 = | |
| 764 | +* Support Release | |
| 765 | +* Fixing PHP notice for addons | |
| 766 | +* replace_file_get_contents() with WP HTTP API | |
| 767 | + | |
| 768 | += 3.1 = | |
| 769 | +* new admin ui | |
| 770 | +* captcha is back! | |
| 771 | +* cache-compatible cookie solution | |
| 772 | +* design modifications via customizer | |
| 773 | +* cross-browser-compatible forms | |
| 774 | +* shortcode generator | |
| 775 | +* password generation with newset bcrypt standards | |
| 776 | +* password generator | |
| 777 | +* fix several bugs like instructions text, translations, php errors | |
| 778 | + | |
| 779 | += 3.0 = | |
| 780 | +* under new development | |
| 781 | +* compatibilty with WordPress 4.9+ | |
| 782 | +* clean up and restructure whole plugin | |
| 783 | +* remove deprecated solutions for ajax and captcha | |
| 784 | +* removed date based selection of cookie expires | |
| 785 | + | |
| 786 | += 2.11 = | |
| 787 | +* Setting "Password Field Placeholder" now accessible through "Settings -> Passster -> Password/CAPTCHA Field" | |
| 788 | + | |
| 789 | += 2.10 = | |
| 790 | +* Form and CAPTCHA instructions moved to outside the form. | |
| 791 | +* `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter bug in AJAX mode fixed. | |
| 792 | +* CSS for `div.content-protector-form-instructions` fixed. | |
| 793 | +* New Setting "CAPTCHA Case Insensitive" - to allow users to enter CAPTCHAs w/o case-sensitivity. | |
| 794 | +* New action `content_protector_ajax_support` - for loading any extra files needed to support your protected content in AJAX mode. | |
| 795 | + | |
| 796 | += 2.9.0.1 = | |
| 797 | +* Fixed bug crashing `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter. | |
| 798 | +* Full AJAX support for `[caption]` built-in shortcode. | |
| 799 | + | |
| 800 | += 2.9 = | |
| 801 | +* Full AJAX support for `[embed]`, `[audio]`, and `[video]` built-in shortcodes. | |
| 802 | +* Added full support for `[playlist]` and `[gallery]` built-in shortcodes. | |
| 803 | +* Fixed Encrypted Passwords Storage setting message bug. | |
| 804 | +* `content_protector_content` filter now called `content_protector_unlocked_content`. | |
| 805 | +* `content_protector_unlocked_content` filter can now be customized from the Settings -> General tab. | |
| 806 | +* `the_content` filter now applied to form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 807 | + | |
| 808 | += 2.8 = | |
| 809 | +* Partial AJAX support for `[embed]`, `[audio]`, and `[video]` built-in shortcodes. (experimental) | |
| 810 | +* Fixed AJAX error from code refactoring | |
| 811 | + | |
| 812 | += 2.7 = | |
| 813 | +* Displaying Form CSS on unlocked content is now a user option (on the Form CSS tab). | |
| 814 | +* When saving settings, the Settings page will now remember which tab you were on and load it automatically, | |
| 815 | +* Fixed potential cookie expiry bug for sessions meant to last until the browser closes (expiry time set explicitly to '0'). | |
| 816 | +* Improved error checking for conflicting settings. | |
| 817 | +* Some code refactoring. | |
| 818 | + | |
| 819 | += 2.6.2 = | |
| 820 | +* Fixed output buffering bug for access form introduced in 2.6.1. | |
| 821 | + | |
| 822 | += 2.6.1 = | |
| 823 | +* Fixed AJAX security nonce bugs. | |
| 824 | + | |
| 825 | += 2.6 = | |
| 826 | +* jQuery UI theme updated to 1.11.4 | |
| 827 | + | |
| 828 | += 2.5.0.1 = | |
| 829 | +* New setting to manage encrypted passwords transient storage. | |
| 830 | +* New settings for Password/CAPTCHA Fields character lengths. | |
| 831 | +* Improved option initialization and cleanup routines. | |
| 832 | +* `content-protector-ajax.js` now loads in the footer. | |
| 833 | +* WPML/Polylang compatibility (beta). | |
| 834 | +* New partial translation into Serbian (Latin); thanks to Andrijana Nikolic from WebHostingGeeks (Novi parcijalni prevod na Srpski ( latinski ); Hvala Andrijana Nikolic iz WebHostingGeeks) | |
| 835 | + | |
| 836 | += 2.5 = | |
| 837 | +* Skipped | |
| 838 | + | |
| 839 | += 2.4 = | |
| 840 | +* Skipped | |
| 841 | + | |
| 842 | += 2.3 = | |
| 843 | +* Settings admin page now limited to users with `manage_options` permission (i.e., admin users only). | |
| 844 | +* Fixed bug where when using AJAX and CAPTCHA together, CAPTCHA image didn't reload on incorrect password. | |
| 845 | +* New settings: use either a text or password field for entering passwords/CAPTCHAs, and set placeholder text for those fields. | |
| 846 | +* Added `autocomplete="off"` to the access form. | |
| 847 | +* Streamlined i18n for date/time pickers (Use values available in Wordpress settings and `$wp_locale` when available, combined *-i18n.js files into one). | |
| 848 | + | |
| 849 | += 2.2.1 = | |
| 850 | +* Fixed AJAX bug where shortcode couldn't be found if already enclosed in another shortcode. | |
| 851 | +* Clarified error message if AJAX method cannot find shortcode. | |
| 852 | +* Changed calls from `die()` to `wp_die()`. | |
| 853 | + | |
| 854 | += 2.2 = | |
| 855 | +* Removed `content-protector-admin-tinymce.js` (No need anymore; required JS variables now hooked directly into editor). Fixes incompatibility with OptimizePress. | |
| 856 | + | |
| 857 | += 2.1.1 = | |
| 858 | +* Added custom filter `content_protector_content` to emulate `apply_filter( 'the_content', ... )` functionality for form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 859 | + | |
| 860 | += 2.1 = | |
| 861 | +* Rich text editors for form and CAPTCHA instructions. | |
| 862 | +* NEW Template/Conditional Tag: `content_protector_is_logged_in()` (See Usage for details). | |
| 863 | +* Performance improvements via Transients API. | |
| 864 | + | |
| 865 | += 2.0 = | |
| 866 | +* New CAPTCHA feature! Check out the CAPTCHA tab on Settings -> Content Protector for details. | |
| 867 | +* Improved i18n. | |
| 868 | +* Various minor bug fixes. | |
| 869 | + | |
| 870 | += 1.4.1 = | |
| 871 | +* Dashicons support for WP 3.8 + added. Support for old-style icons in Admin/TinyMCE is deprecated. | |
| 872 | +* Unified dashicons among all of my plugins. | |
| 873 | + | |
| 874 | += 1.4 = | |
| 875 | +* Added "Display Success Message" option. | |
| 876 | + | |
| 877 | += 1.3 = | |
| 878 | +* Added "Shared Authorization" feature. | |
| 879 | +* Renamed "Password Settings" to "General Settings". | |
| 880 | + | |
| 881 | += 1.2.2 = | |
| 882 | +* Added support for Contact Form 7 when using AJAX. | |
| 883 | + | |
| 884 | += 1.2.1 = | |
| 885 | +* Fixed label repetition on "Cookie expires after" drop-down menu. | |
| 886 | + | |
| 887 | += 1.2 = | |
| 888 | +* Various CSS settings now controllable from the admin panel. | |
| 889 | +* Palettes on Settings color controls are now loaded from colors read from the active Theme's stylesheet. This | |
| 890 | +should help in choosing colors that fit in with the active Theme. | |
| 891 | +* Spinner image now preloaded. | |
| 892 | +* Some language strings changed. | |
| 893 | + | |
| 894 | += 1.1 = | |
| 895 | +* AJAX loading message now customizable. | |
| 896 | + | |
| 897 | += 1.0.1 = | |
| 898 | +* Added required images for jQuery UI theme. | |
| 899 | +* Fixed some i18n strings. | |
| 900 | + | |
| 901 | += 1.0 = | |
| 902 | +* Initial release. | |
| 903 | + | |
| 904 | +== Upgrade Notice == | |
| 905 | += 2.8 = | |
| 906 | +New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 907 | + | |
| 908 | += 2.6.1 = | |
| 909 | +New bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 910 | + | |
| 911 | += 2.3 = | |
| 912 | +New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 913 | + | |
| 914 | += 2.1.1 = | |
| 915 | +Added custom filter `content_protector_content` to emulate `apply_filter( 'the_content', ... )` functionality for form and CAPTCHA instructions. Please upgrade. | |
| 916 | + | |
| 917 | += 2.1 = | |
| 918 | +New features. Please upgrade. | |
| 919 | + | |
| 920 | += 2.0 = | |
| 921 | +New features and bug fixes. Please upgrade. | |
| 922 | + | |
| 923 | += 1.2.1 = | |
| 924 | +Fixed label repetition on "Cookie expires after" drop-down menu. Please upgrade. | |
| 925 | + | |
| 926 | += 1.0.1 = | |
| 927 | +Added required images for JQuery UI theme and fixed some i18n strings. | |
| 928 | + | |
| 929 | += 1.0 = | |
| 930 | +Initial release. | |
| 931 | + | |
| 932 | +== Upgrade Notice == | |
| 933 | + | |
| 934 | += 4.2.13 = | |
| 935 | +This resolved an issue with the "Activate Protection" option set for the Global protection page. | |
