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1 === Elementor Website Builder - more than just a page builder ===
2 Contributors: elemntor
3 Tags: page builder, editor, landing page, drag-and-drop, elementor,
4 Requires at least: 6.8
5 Tested up to: 7.0
6 Requires PHP: 7.4
7 Stable tag: 4.2.2
8 Beta tag: 4.2.0-beta2
9 License: GPLv3
10 License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html
11
12 The Elementor Website Builder has it all: drag and drop page builder, Atomic Editor, pixel perfect design, global and reusable style systems, mobile responsive editing, and more. Get started now!
13
14 == Description ==
15
16 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROEC0CPRO3w
17
18 = THE #1 NO CODE DRAG & DROP WORDPRESS WEBSITE BUILDER POWERING 22M+ WEBSITES WORLDWIDE, NOW WITH AI. =
19
20 Elementor, the leading WordPress website creation platform, empowers you to build professional, pixel-perfect websites seamlessly with its no-code, drag-and-drop Atomic Editor.
21
22 Supporting the full website lifecycle, Elementor enables you to confidently build, optimize, and manage your website with extended capabilities such as AI-powered creation, image optimization, transactional email delivery, accessibility tools, performance boosters, and more.
23
24 Now in version 4 – the Atomic Editor! Introducing a new generation of performance-first atomic building blocks that allow you to control every atomic part with no limits or locked layouts. Define your global design systems and reusable components once, and they apply everywhere instantly – turning hours or even days of work into single clicks.
25
26 Unlock all features with **[Elementor One](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-pro-pro-features/)**.
27
28 Need fast and secure cloud hosting for your Elementor site? Try out **[Elementor Host](https://elemn.to/repo-hosting)** Powered by Google Cloud & Cloudflare. 4.9/5 TrustPilot score.
29
30 ### 🌟 Create professional stunning websites
31
32 - **[Intuitive drag & drop builder](https://go.elementor.com/feature-page-editor/)**: Build any website with our no-code, drag-and-drop Editor. Achieve design precision with full control over layout and style.
33 - **[Pixel-perfect design tools](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-feature-page/)**: Upload SVGs, apply masks, gradients, box shadows, headline effects, shape dividers, and use built-in CSS controls for advanced customization.
34 - **[Template Library](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-library-full-website-kit/)**: Apply complete website kits for instant setups, or choose from a vast library of single pages, blocks, and pop-up templates.
35 - **[Advanced widgets](https://go.elementor.com/feature-page-editor/)**: Access over 40 FREE widgets, including heading, image, text editor, video, button, gallery, carousels, and more.
36 - **[AI capabilities](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-ai/)**: Revolutionize your design and content creation process with native AI integration. Instantly create sections, text, code, and images.
37
38 = 🗝️ Key features =
39
40 - **[Design system](https://go.elementor.com/feature-page-global-settings/)**: Use Variables and Classes for consistent colors, typography, and design elements, ensuring a cohesive, professional look that updates everywhere globally.
41 - **[Responsive design](https://go.elementor.com/feature-page-responsive-design/)**: Optimize your design for every device with custom breakpoints, ensuring a seamless desktop, tablet, and mobile experience.
42 - **Mask shapes**: Turning any element, like an image or video, into whatever shape you desire to create standout designs.
43 - **CSS transform**: Use CSS Transform to rotate, scale, and skew elements, adding dynamic styling to your site.
44 - **Entrance animations**: Add entrance animations to elements to create engaging and interactive user experiences.
45 - **[Revision history](https://elementor.com/features/#SaveBackup)**: Elementor’s Revision History feature enables users to track and revert to previous versions of their designs, providing peace of mind and flexibility during the creative process.
46 - **[Developer-friendly](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-developers-developers-website/)**: Equipped with extensive documentation, API, developer tools, and custom code areas, Elementor offers a conducive environment for developers to extend its capabilities and create custom solutions.
47 - **[Floating buttons](https://elementor.com/features/contact-button/)**: Enhance user interaction with customizable, floating action buttons that stay in view as users scroll.
48 - **Components [Pro]**: Reuse the same building blocks across pages and sites, and update them everywhere they appear. Including controlled content editing, allowing collaborators and clients to update only exposed content properties without breaking layout or styling.
49 - **[Theme Builder](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-industry-leading-theme-builder/) [Pro]**: Design every part of your site—headers, footers, posts, and archives—for complete control over appearance.
50 - **[Popup Builder](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-popup-builder/) [Pro]**: Create eye-catching popups with Elementor’s Popup Builder, equipped with advanced targeting and triggering options to optimize user engagement and conversions.
51 - **[Forms](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-professional-form-builder-and-submission-log/) [Pro]**: Design and integrate custom forms, utilizing advanced features and integrations to capture and manage submissions effectively.
52 - **[WooCommerce Builder](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-woocommerce-builder/) [Pro]**: Integrate Elementor with WooCommerce to design custom product pages, shop layouts, archives, carts, checkout pages, my account, and more, enhancing your store’s visual appeal and functionality.
53 - **[Dynamic Content](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-dynamic-content/) [Pro]**: Leverage dynamic content capabilities to create personalized and interactive web experiences by connecting your designs to various data sources.
54 - **[Notes](https://go.elementor.com/features-page-notes/) [Pro]**: Enhance team collaboration by using Elementor’s Notes feature to leave feedback and comments directly on the design interface.
55 - **Custom Code [Pro]**: Insert custom code to extend the functionality of your site, offering flexibility for advanced customizations.
56 - **Custom CSS [Pro]**: Apply Custom CSS to fine-tune the styling of elements, ensuring precise control over the design aspects.
57 - **[Motion effects](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-pro-features-motion-effects/) [Pro]**: Add advanced motion effects to elements for a more dynamic and engaging user experience.
58 - **Custom fonts and icons [Pro]**: Upload and use custom fonts and icons to match your brand’s identity.
59
60 = 😍 Elementor FREE widgets =
61
62 Unlock the potential of Elementor with our comprehensive suite of free widgets and tools, designed to empower your website creation process and elevate your design capabilities:
63
64 - **Heading**: Add eye-catching headlines.
65 - **Image**: Control the size, opacity and more.
66 - **Text Editor**: Just like the WordPress text editor.
67 - **Video**: Add YouTube, Vimeo, VideoPress, Dailymotion or self-hosted videos.
68 - **Button**: Create interactive buttons.
69 - **Link in Bio**: Build link in bio components to promote your business / services.
70 - **Image Box**: A box with image, headline and text.
71 - **Testimonials**: Customer testimonials.
72 - **Icon**: Place one or more of 600+ icons available.
73 - **Icon Box**: An icon, headline, and text with one widget.
74 - **Social Icons**: Link to your social pages with the Facebook/X (formerly Twitter) icons.
75 - **Image Gallery**: Display your images in a grid.
76 - **Image Carousel**: Create rotating carousels or sliders for chosen images.
77 - **Icon List**: Use any icon to create a bullet list.
78 - **Counter**: Show numbers in an escalating manner.
79 - **Progress Bar**: Include an escalating progress bar.
80 - **Nested Tabs**: Display content in vertical or horizontal tabs.
81 - **Nested Accordion**: Display any type of content in collapsible sections.
82 - **Rating**: Display how many stars (or another icon) other visitors gave.
83 - **Alert**: Include a colored alert box to draw visitor’s attention.
84 - **HTML**: Insert code into the page.
85 - **Shortcode**: Insert shortcodes from any plugin into the page.
86 - **Menu Anchor**: Link any menu to this anchor.
87 - **Read More**: Set the Read More cut-off for the excerpt in archive pages.
88 - **Sidebar**: Add sidebars onto the page.
89 - **Google Maps**: Embed maps into the page.
90 - **SoundCloud**: Add SoundCloud audio bits.
91 - **Divider**: Separate content with a designed divider.
92 - **Spacer**: Add space between elements.
93 - **Text Path**: Attach your text to a path.
94 - **And counting…**
95
96 ### 🚀 Enhance your website
97
98 **[High-performing websites](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-performance-performance-page/)**: Website performance impacts your visitors’ experience and search result ranking. Elementor, in partnership with Google Chrome, continuously enhances performance without compromising design.
99
100 **Key features include:**
101
102 - **Reduced DOM output**: Streamlined HTML structure for faster rendering.
103 - **Improved media file loading**: Optimized loading of images, videos, and other media assets.
104 - **Reduced CSS and JS files**: Minimized stylesheets and scripts individually loaded only on demand for quicker loading times.
105 - **Lazy loading**: Deferred loading of non-critical resources to improve initial page load speed.
106 - **Faster font loading**: Efficient delivery of web fonts to enhance text rendering speed.
107 - **Optimized front-end asset loading**: Efficient loading of assets like JavaScript and CSS to minimize render-blocking.
108 - **Element caching**: Cache frequently accessed design elements to reduce server response time and enhance overall performance.
109
110 ### 🔥 Elementor Editor Pro features
111
112 Create unparalleled websites while saving time, money and resources with [Elementor Editor Pro](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-pro-elementor-pro/)’s full website builder. Get access to 100+ professional widgets, features, and tools.
113
114 **Editor Pro design widgets:**
115
116 1. **Posts**: Display your blog posts with customizable layouts and styles.
117 2. **Share Buttons**: Allow visitors to easily share your content on various social media platforms.
118 3. **Portfolio**: Showcase your work or projects with stunning portfolio layouts.
119 4. **Slides**: Create dynamic slideshows with custom animations and transitions.
120 5. **Form**: Design and customize advanced forms for user interaction and data collection.
121 6. **Login**: Add a login form or user registration module to your website.
122 7. **Nav Menu**: Customize and style your website’s navigation menu for better user experience.
123 8. **Animated Headline**: Create attention-grabbing headlines with animated effects.
124 9. **Price Table**: Display pricing plans or packages in a structured and visually appealing format.
125 10. **Price List**: Showcase a list of prices or services with customizable styling options.
126 11. **Gallery**: Create beautiful image galleries with various layout options and lightbox support.
127 12. **Flip Box**: Add interactive flip animations to highlight content or features.
128 13. **Call to Action**: Encourage user interaction and conversions with compelling call-to-action sections.
129 14. **Media Carousel**: Showcase a carousel of media files such as images or videos.
130 15. **Testimonial Carousel**: Display client testimonials in a carousel format for social proof.
131 16. **Nested Carousel**: Create nested carousels for more complex content organization.
132 17. **Loop Carousel**: Display content in a looped carousel for continuous viewing.
133 18. **Table of Contents**: Generate a table of contents for longer articles or guides to improve navigation.
134 19. **Countdown**: Add countdown timers to create urgency for promotions or events.
135 20. **Facebook Page**: Embed your Facebook page feed or content onto your website.
136 21. **Blockquote**: Highlight quotes or testimonials with stylish formatting options.
137 22. **Template**: Save and reuse design templates for consistent branding and layout.
138 23. **Reviews**: Showcase customer reviews and ratings to build trust and credibility.
139 24. **Facebook Button**: Add buttons to promote interactions with your Facebook page or content.
140 25. **Facebook Embed**: Embed Facebook posts or content onto your website.
141 26. **Facebook Comments**: Enable Facebook comments on your website’s pages or posts.
142 27. **PayPal Button**: Integrate PayPal buttons for easy online payments.
143 28. **Stripe Button**: Integrate Stripe payment buttons to facilitate secure online transactions.
144 29. **Lottie Widget**: Add Lottie animations to enhance visual appeal and engagement.
145 30. **Code Highlight**: Display code snippets with syntax highlighting for better readability.
146 31. **Video Playlist**: Create and customize playlists for video content on your website.
147 32. **Mega Menu**: Customize advanced menus for better navigation and displaying complex content.
148 33. **Off Canvas**: Create off-canvas areas that slide in to show extra info or menus without cluttering the main layout.
149
150 **Editor Pro theme widgets:**
151
152 Build and customize all the key parts of your website including headers, footers, 404 page, global archives, and more…
153
154 1. **Post Title**: Customize the title of individual blog posts or pages.
155 2. **Post Excerpt**: Display a brief summary or teaser of your blog posts.
156 3. **Post Content**: Customize the main content area of your blog posts or pages.
157 4. **Featured Image**: Set and customize featured images for blog posts or pages.
158 5. **Author Box**: Display author information and bios on blog posts.
159 6. **Post Comments**: Customize the appearance and functionality of comments sections on your website.
160 7. **Post Navigation**: Add navigation links to adjacent posts for easy browsing.
161 8. **Post Info**: Display additional information about blog posts, such as author and date.
162 9. **Site Logo**: Upload and customize your website’s logo for branding purposes.
163 10. **Site Title**: Customize the title of your website.
164 11. **Page Title**: Customize the title of individual pages.
165 12. **Search Bar**: Add a search bar to allow users to search your website’s content.
166 13. **Breadcrumbs**: Display hierarchical navigation paths for better user navigation.
167 14. **Sitemap**: Generate a sitemap for better search engine indexing and user navigation.
168 15. **Loop Grid**: Design and customize grid layouts for blog post archives or product listings.
169
170 **Editor Pro WooCommerce widgets:**
171
172 Design and customize a complete online shopping experience across your entire website.
173
174 1. **Product**: Display individual products with customizable layouts and styles.
175 2. **Breadcrumbs**: Display hierarchical navigation paths for better user navigation within your store.
176 3. **Product Title**: Customize the title of individual products.
177 4. **Product Images**: Set and customize images for product listings.
178 5. **Product Price**: Display the price of individual products.
179 6. **Add To Cart**: Add customizable add to cart buttons for easy purchasing.
180 7. **Product Rating**: Display ratings and reviews for products.
181 8. **Product Stock**: Display stock availability for products.
182 9. **Product Meta**: Display additional information about products, such as SKU and categories.
183 10. **Product Content**: Customize the main content area of product descriptions.
184 11. **Short Description**: Display brief summaries or teasers of products.
185 12. **Product Data Tabs**: Organize product information into tabbed sections for better organization.
186 13. **Additional Information**: Display additional details about products, such as dimensions and weight.
187 14. **Product Related**: Showcase related products to encourage additional purchases.
188 15. **Upsells**: Promote upsell products to increase average order value.
189 16. **Products**: Display a grid or list of products with customizable settings.
190 17. **Custom Add To Cart**: Customize the add to cart button for specific products.
191 18. **WooCommerce Pages**: Design and customize WooCommerce-specific pages, such as the cart and checkout pages.
192 19. **Product Categories**: Display product categories for easy navigation within your store.
193 20. **Menu Cart**: Display a cart icon in your navigation menu for easy access to the shopping cart.
194 21. **Cart**: Customize the appearance and functionality of the shopping cart page.
195 22. **Checkout**: Customize the appearance and functionality of the checkout page.
196 23. **My Account**: Customize the appearance and functionality of the customer account area.
197 24. **Purchase Summary**: Display a summary of purchases during the checkout process.
198 25. **WooCommerce Notices**: Customize the appearance and functionality of WooCommerce notices, such as order confirmation messages.
199
200 Build professional websites with **[Elementor Editor Pro](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-pro-elementor-pro/)**!
201
202 = 🔒 Security and compliance =
203
204 Elementor places a paramount focus on security, evident through our acquisition of industry certifications such as ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/IEC 27017, ISO/IEC 27018, ISO/IEC 27701, and SOC 2 Type II. These certifications underscore our commitment to implementing robust security measures and highlight our dedication to adhering to recognized industry standards.
205
206 We encourage ethical security research through our [Bug Bounty program](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-bug-crowd-bug-bounty-program/). We collaborate with leading bug bounty services to provide opportunities for researchers to report vulnerabilities in our services. Our bounty programs include a triage team available 24/7/365.
207
208 For more information: [Trust Center](https://go.elementor.com/trust-center/).
209
210 = ♿ Accessibility best practices =
211
212 Elementor offers accessibility tools and enhancements to help you provide a better experience for all users. Including HTML 5 semantic, full keyboard navigation menu, ongoing improvement of features, widget, and more.
213
214 = 🌐 Translated to 63+ languages, includes RTL support =
215
216 Elementor supports multiple languages, typographies, and RTL, with editor translations in [over 63 languages](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-wordpress-plugin-translate/).
217
218 It’s also compatible with WPML, Polylang, TranslatePress, Weglot, and more. To contribute, add a new language via [translate.wordpress.org](https://translate.wordpress.org/). See our guide on [how to translate and localize the plugin](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-help-center-translate/).
219
220 = 🧩 Use of 3rd-party services =
221
222 To improve the user experience, Elementor may use the following 3rd party services if the required feature is enabled:
223
224 - Google Fonts are loaded to add additional fonts to your website. Google’s [TOS](https://policies.google.com/terms) and [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy) apply.
225 - Some Elementor features require loading assets from Elementor.com. These assets are not used for tracking unless explicitly stated, and require your approval and manual opt-in. Learn more in our [TOS](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-plugin-terms/) and [Privacy Policy](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-plugin-privacy/).
226
227 = 📧 Related products by Elementor =
228
229 **[Image Optimization](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-io/)**: Superior image compression for faster, high-quality website performance.
230
231 **[Email Deliverability](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-elementor-sm/)**: Reliable email management without SMTP plugins, keeping your communications streamlined and efficient.
232
233 **[Web Accessibility](http://go.elementor.com/editor-acc-wp-repo)**: Enhances website usability for individuals with disabilities. Ally is designed to help web creators make their websites more inclusive. It scans, detects, and remediates key accessibility violations, working seamlessly on all WordPress and Elementor websites.
234
235 = 📣 See what our users have to say =
236
237 > “Elementor is hands down the best page builder out there” – �
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241
242 *[Graphicvision1](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/elementor-is-hands-down-the-best-page-builder-out-there/)*
243
244 > “An incredibly user-friendly plugin” – �
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248
249 *[Hyeyoga](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/a-wonderful-experience/)*
250
251 > “Easily, my most used WP plugin” – �
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256 *[Xander Venske](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/easily-my-most-used-wp-plugin/)*
257
258 > “I upgraded to the Pro version and just love this plugin!” – �
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262
263 *[Andybarn56](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/love-elementor-17/)*
264
265 > “Excellent product with great tech support” – �
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269
270 *[Martywilsonnj](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/excellent-product-with-great-tech-support/)*
271
272 *[More testimonials](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/elementor/reviews/?filter=5)*
273
274 = 🌍 Join a global community =
275
276 Join a global community that helps each other achieve their goals.
277
278 - [Discord Community](https://elemn.to/discord) – Chat with Web Creators, discuss specific topics in dedicated channels.
279 - [Facebook Community](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-facebook-group/) - Over 150K+ members, offering support, advice, feedback, and tutorials.
280 - [GitHub Community](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-github-repo/) - Get information about releases, request features, or report a bug.
281 - [Elementor Addons, Themes, and Kits](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-addons-dozens-of-elementor-addons/) Themes and Kits – created specifically for Elementor.
282 - Learn valuable insights and techniques from our [YouTube Channel](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-youtube-channel/).
283 - Access our [Academy](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-academy-elementor-academy/) and [Help Center](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-help-center-help-center/) - Find guides, tutorials, and resources to answer your questions and boost creativity.
284 - Show your support by [rating us on WordPress](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-wordpress-plugin-review/). Your feedback fuels our growth! 🤗
285 - If you have questions or need support, visit the [Plugin's Forum](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-wordpress-plugin-forum/). Elementor Editor Pro users can get 24/7 premium support, or visit [Elementor Website Builder](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-homepage-elementor-website-builder/).
286
287 == Installation ==
288
289 = Minimum Requirements =
290
291 * WordPress 6.8 or greater
292 * PHP version 7.4 or greater
293 * MySQL version 5.6 or MariaDB version 10.5 or greater
294 * PHP Memory limit of 256 MB or greater
295 * WordPress Memory limit of 256 MB or greater
296
297 = Recommended Requirements =
298
299 * WordPress 7.0 or greater
300 * PHP version 8.3 or greater
301 * MySQL version 8.0 or MariaDB version 10.6 or greater
302 * PHP Memory limit of 512 MB (768 MB for best performance) or greater
303 * WordPress Memory limit of 512 MB (768 MB for best performance) or greater
304
305 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9EZ159ryFNs
306
307 **Note:** These requirements are for Elementor and Elementor Pro only. If you are using additional plugins on your site that also have minimum requirements such as WooCommerce or Elementor addons, you may need to increase your PHP and WordPress Memory limit to help avoid loading issues. See also, the following documentation [Elementor Widget Panel Not Loading](https://elementor.com/help/elementor-widget-panel-not-loading/).
308
309 = Installation =
310
311 1. Install using the WordPress built-in Plugin installer, or Extract the zip file and drop the contents in the `wp-content/plugins/` directory of your WordPress installation.
312 2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
313 3. Go to Pages > Add New
314 4. Press the 'Edit with Elementor' button.
315 5. Now you can drag and drop widgets from the left panel onto the content area, as well as add new sections and columns that make up the page structure.
316
317 For documentation and tutorials visit our [Knowledge Base](https://elementor.com/help/?utm_source=wp-repo&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=readme).
318
319 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
320
321 **How do I install Elementor Editor?**
322
323 To install the free version of Elementor Editor, follow the steps below:
324 From your WordPress dashboard -> Go to Plugins -> Click on ‘Add new’-> In the Search field, enter Elementor and choose Elementor website builder.
325 Press install -> After installation, click Activate.
326
327 **Does Elementor Editor work with all the themes?**
328
329 Elementor Editor works all the themes that respect the coding standards of WordPress set by its Codex. It is recommended to use Elementor’s [Hello Theme](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-hello-theme-hello-theme/), a lightweight blank canvas, to enjoy full flexibility when using Elementor Editor, and optimize your experience.
330
331 **Is Elementor Editor compatible with Gutenberg?**
332
333 Elementor Editor and Gutenberg work seamlessly together. As a user, you can easily decide which editor to use at every point while editing your site.
334
335 **Can I create an online store?**
336
337 Yes, with the Elementor Editor Pro WooCommerce Builder you can customize every page of your store to create an amazing customer experience that drives sales.
338
339 **Does it work with other WordPress plugins?**
340
341 It works with almost all the plugins. If you experience an incompatibility issue, please report it to us and to the plugin that conflicts with Elementor Editor.
342
343 **Do I need to know how to code?**
344
345 No! Elementor Editor provides you with all the widgets and features that you need to build a professional website without using code.
346
347 **Do I need to know how to design?**
348
349 No, you can choose between professionally designed kits and templates that fit to every industry and have all you need to create your own professional website.
350
351 **Will Elementor Editor slow down my website?**
352
353 As Elementor prioritizes speed and performance, you enjoy better and faster performance with each new version of the Editor. When testing the same page layout on older versions you can see a significant performance improvement, from a score of 82 in Google PageSpeed Insight in version 3.1, to a score of 95 i in version 3.5.
354
355 **Is my site secure with Elementor Editor?**
356
357 The security of your website is extremely important to us and we take proactive measures to assure that your websites are secure. Elementor is ISO 27001 certified, and has a dedicated team of security professionals that implements industry best-practices for maximum security and compliance, 24/7.
358
359 There is also a managed security Bug Bounty program, utilizing the community power by enabling 24/7/365 crowdsourced vulnerability detection.
360
361 **Can I buy templates separately?**
362
363 Of course, you can use any template that supports Elementor Editor.
364
365 **Is Elementor Editor compatible with Post and Custom Post Types?**
366
367 Of course! You can set which post types will enable Elementor in the settings page.
368
369 **What is the difference between Elementor’s free Editor plugin and Elementor Editor Pro?**
370
371 Elementor Editor’s Free version allows you to explore our revolutionary drag & drop live editor, basic widgets and templates. Elementor Editor Pro (Essential, Advanced, Expert, Studio, and Agency) empowers you with more professional tools that speed up your workflow, give you access to human-powered support, help you build more advanced content, and convert visitors. See full comparison here.
372
373 **How can I become a Contributor?**
374
375 If you want to contribute, go to our [Elementor GitHub Repository](https://github.com/elementor/elementor) and see where you can help. You can also add a new language via [translate.wordpress.org](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-wordpress-plugin-translate/). We’ve built a short guide explaining [how to translate and localize the plugin](https://go.elementor.com/wp-repo-description-tab-wordpress-plugin-translate-faq/).
376
377 == Screenshots ==
378
379 1. **Visual Drag and Drop Editor** - Design your website layouts and place any element anywhere on the page for pixel-perfect designs.
380 2. **Full Design System** - Enjoy a professional workflow and ensure consistency across your site. Define your settings, use them globally, and instantly adjust them any time.
381 3. **Responsive Design** Fully edit your website and customize the behavior on desktop, tablet, & mobile to optimize the visitor experience on every device.
382 4. **Kits and Templates** - Jumpstart your web creation process or get inspired with professionally-designed templates or full website kits available for your immediate customization.
383 5. **Nested Elements** Leverage Elementor Editor's Nested widgets to place any widget inside the content area of another widget - like Tabs, and Accordion for complete design flexibility.
384 6. **Motion Effects** - Add entrance animations and transitions to any element in your website to captivate visitors.
385
386 == Changelog ==
387
388 = 4.2.2 - 2026-08-06 =
389
390 * Fix: Editor top bar integrations may not appear in non-English languages
391
392 = 4.2.1 - 2026-07-28 =
393
394 * Fix: Improved code security enforcement in template handling
395 * Fix: Improved code security enforcement in document handling
396 * Fix: Invalid border-radius values in Global Classes prevent class changes - Atomic Editor
397 * Fix: Atomic Variables synced from Atomic Classes are missing after site import - Atomic Editor
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399 = 4.2.0 - 2026-07-20 =
400
401 * New: Introducing Grid for building advanced row and column layouts - Atomic Editor
402 * Tweak: Improved Angie layout, composition, and design system creation from prompts and images - Atomic Editor
403 * Tweak: Added dynamic tag support for AI-generated element properties
404 * Fix: VideoPress URLs do not display on the frontend when used in Background Video and Lightbox dynamic tags ([#24467](https://github.com/elementor/elementor/issues/24467))
405 * Fix: Grid containers can cause slower Editor performance on complex pages
406 * Fix: Filters do not work as expected in Website Templates
407 * Fix: The Save as Template button is unreachable when the modal does not fit the browser viewport
408 * Fix: AI-related Editor features show a console error when required services are not available yet
409 * Fix: Missing classes can affect the editing panel when they are still applied to elements - Atomic Editor
410 * Fix: Unsaved Class changes are not detected when switching between Design System tabs - Atomic Editor
411 * Fix: Custom Font names with spaces or special characters do not work in the Font Family control - Atomic Editor
412 * Fix: The drop indicator is missing when dragging Atomic elements inside row Containers - Atomic Editor
413 * Fix: Global Classes can be shared across multiple Kits instead of being separated per Kit - Atomic Editor
414 * Fix: Angie cannot update text in some Atomic elements - Atomic Editor
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416 [See changelog for all versions.](https://go.elementor.com/full-changelog/)
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