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1 # Changelog
2
3 ## 1.6.5
4
5 *Release date - 13 November 2023*
6
7 - New Booking Details admin-widget.
8 - Admin widgets framework refactoring.
9 - Introducing Push notifications through ServiceWorker.
10 - Improved Desktop (Web) notifications.
11 - Added support for WebApp through apposite manifest for MacOS.
12 - Added support for new Channel Manager capabilities with the Booking.com Content APIs.
13 - Cron Jobs attempting to notify Airbnb reservations now rely on the Guest Messaging APIs.
14 - Added the "important" flag to reminders for specific reservations.
15 - New overrides manager interface and breaking changes detection framework.
16 - Minor framework improvements.
17
18 ## 1.6.4
19
20 *Release date - 27 July 2023*
21
22 - New Virtual Terminal admin-widget.
23 - Added support for direct-charge transactions.
24 - Seasonal rates refactoring for promotions.
25 - Improvements to increase the price the accuracy score with Google Hotel.
26 - Hooks refactoring for admin widgets.
27 - Minor framework improvements.
28
29 ## 1.6.3
30
31 *Release date - 21 June 2023*
32
33 - Split stays framework improvements.
34 - Automatic reminders for Channel Manager notifications.
35 - Added support for the new Vrbo API channel connection.
36 - Maximum advance booking notice at room-level.
37 - Implemented several new hooks to facilitate customization.
38 - Improved extendibility of check-in and pre-checkin registration fields.
39 - CTD restrictions applied on check-out date rather than on check-in date.
40 - CSS styling inspector improvements with quick preview and tag selector.
41 - Several improvements for the PMS Reports framework.
42 - Broadcast channel for desktop push notifications across multiple tabs.
43 - Backup framework improvements for large datasets.
44 - Cron Jobs framework improvements to avoid timezone conflicts.
45 - New hooks implemented for the Statistics Tracking object.
46 - New front-end pricing calendar calculation based on rate plan IDs.
47 - Several generic improvements related to UI and framework.
48
49 ## 1.6.2
50
51 *Release date - 4 May 2023*
52
53 - Added support for pet fees through options with selectable quantity.
54 - New planning system with Availability Overview.
55 - Drag & Drop functionalities for single-unit rooms as well as for hotel-inventory rooms.
56 - Swap room sub-units in case of low or full occupancy.
57 - New PMS Report for Takings.
58 - Several improvements and fixes (CSRF).
59
60 ## 1.6.1
61
62 *Release date - 18 April 2023*
63
64 - Enhanced caching functions for databases with large datasets.
65 - Improved performances.
66 - Several improvements to the admin-widgets and Multitask panel.
67 - Added support for pets for each room reservation record.
68 - Added support for included meal plans in the various rate plans.
69 - New framework for the PMS Reports supporting CSV, Excel and Print formats.
70 - Improved various PMS Reports (Pro version).
71 - New Cron Job (Pro version) to automatically export reports dynamically.
72 - Default integration for PayPal Express Checkout (Pro version).
73 - Compatibility with the new Vrbo API channel connection (Pro version + E4jConnect & Vik Channel Manager).
74
75 ## 1.6.0
76
77 *Release date - 14 February 2023*
78
79 - Major release of the framework.
80 - New admin-widgets: Finance and Guest Messaging.
81 - Improved several admin-widgets.
82 - Quick reservation added to Bookings Calendar admin-widget.
83 - Multitask panel improvements to render the admin-widgets within modal windows.
84 - Support for simultaneous chat threads with Booking.com, Airbnb and Website.
85 - New Availability Overview layout and functionalities.
86 - New adaptive back-end menu with custom and pinnable quick actions.
87 - New browser notifications system.
88 - Split Stays.
89 - Early departures or late arrivals for multiple room bookings.
90 - Room Upgrade functionalities.
91 - Enhanced Cron Jobs framework.
92 - Enhanced coupons functionalities to apply tailored and automatic discounts to certain customers.
93 - Added plenty of new hooks/events to extend the default framework functionalities.
94 - Back-end registration detection of returning customer.
95 - VAT breakdown for each line item in the invoice template.
96 - Payment methods can be assigned to certain listings only.
97 - PMS Reports improvements.
98 - States/Provinces management functions for each country.
99 - New custom field of type "State".
100 - Improved communication with Vik Channel Manager.
101 - Added support for the new Expedia Product API within Vik Channel Manager.
102 - Several enhancements for the front-end pages.
103 - Several minor fixes and improvements.
104 - Added CSRF tokens to admin AJAX requests to improve the security.
105
106 ## 1.5.12
107
108 *Release date - 10 January 2023*
109
110 - Fixed attributes escaping to prevent XSS attacks with administrator privileges.
111
112 ## 1.5.11
113
114 *Release date - 26 July 2022*
115
116 - Conditional text rules improvements.
117 - Support for multiple hotel rooms categories (Google Hotel).
118 - Minor CSS adjustments for a better responsiveness.
119
120 ## 1.5.10
121
122 *Release date - 10 June 2022*
123
124 - Added support for WP-Cron scheduled tasks with a new and extendable Cron Jobs framework.
125 - Added support for Booking.com Guest Messaging API.
126 - Zoom feature for Airbnb profile picture of guest reservations.
127 - Improved custom email sending functions through the Visual Editor.
128 - Improved performances for databases with a large amount of reservations (2+ GBs).
129
130 ## 1.5.9
131
132 *Release date - 29 April 2022*
133
134 - Implemented extra anti-XSS checks for the admin pages.
135
136 ## 1.5.7 + 1.5.8
137
138 *Release date - 20 April 2022*
139
140 - Implemented extra CSRF checks for the admin pages.
141
142 ## 1.5.6
143
144 *Release date - 19 April 2022*
145
146 - Fixed issue with invalid email attachments passed to the framework.
147
148 ## 1.5.5
149
150 *Release date - 13 April 2022*
151
152 - Added support for customer profile picture (avatar).
153 - Prevented switch of non refundable rates during booking modification.
154 - Minor improvements.
155
156 ## 1.5.4
157
158 *Release date - 17 March 2022*
159
160 - Sanitized malicious data injections.
161
162 ## 1.5.3
163
164 *Release date - 16 March 2022*
165
166 - Minor improvements for the customer email.
167
168 ## 1.5.2
169
170 *Release date - 11 March 2022*
171
172 - Minor fixes.
173
174 ## 1.5.1
175
176 *Release date - 1 March 2022*
177
178 - Fixed compatibility issues with Windows servers.
179
180 ## 1.5.0
181
182 *Release date - 28 February 2022*
183
184 - Major core framework release.
185 - Dark mode appearance for dark color scheme preferences.
186 - Multitask panel to quickly query the system without changing pages.
187 - Browser (web push) notifications with real-time alerts.
188 - New admin widgets and framework.
189 - Reminders with scheduled due dates.
190 - Rates flow monitoring for OTA and Website rates.
191 - Custom data collection for guests registration.
192 - myDATA AADE integration for electronic invoicing in Greece.
193 - Inquiry reservations with pending status and auto room-assignment.
194 - Backups: import and export an entire configuration from one site to another.
195 - Visual (rich text) editor and composer for any email message.
196 - New statistics tracking features.
197 - Coupon codes with minimum stay filter.
198 - New conditional text rules.
199 - New permissions for front-end Tableaux and operators.
200 - Support (and certification) for Google Hotel Free Booking Links!! (Vik Channel Manager + E4jConnect subscription required)
201
202 ## 1.4.6
203
204 *Release date - 2 November 2021*
205
206 - Minor fix for editors.
207
208 ## 1.4.5
209
210 *Release date - 29 October 2021*
211
212 - Core framework minor fixes.
213
214 ## 1.4.4
215
216 *Release date - 27 October 2021*
217
218 - Core framework update.
219
220 ## 1.4.3
221
222 *Release date - 6 October 2021*
223
224 - Minor update to prevent SSL issues with expired certificate chains.
225
226 ## 1.4.2
227
228 *Release date - 15 June 2021*
229
230 - Language files loading moved to a different hook for a better compatibility with third party plugins.
231 - Implemented use of alias methods to facilitate the translation of the plugin on its official WordPress page.
232
233 ## 1.4.1
234
235 *Release date - 10 June 2021*
236
237 - Internal libraries updated to support a new type of nonces against CSRF attacks.
238 - Minor fixes and improvements in some back-end pages.
239
240 ## 1.4.0
241
242 *Release date - 17 May 2021*
243
244 - New major release of the core framework.
245 - Custom admin widgets for a completely new Dashboard.
246 - Geocoding functionalities.
247 - Interactive Google Maps with overlay and custom markers.
248 - Conditional text rules to control email messages and more.
249 - Templates styling through graphical interface.
250 - New front-end design with responsive and lazy image gallery.
251 - Added support for refund transactions.
252 - Hundreds of minor improvements.
253 - Tens of new features for those who also use Vik Channel Manager.
254
255 ## 1.3.11
256
257 *Release date - 30 December 2020*
258
259 - Custom ordering of preferred countries for phone numbers.
260 - Sample Data available for new installations.
261
262 ## 1.3.10
263
264 *Release date - 23 December 2020*
265
266 - RSS Feeds Opt-in minor fix with 1.3.10.
267 - Support for installation of Sample Data.
268
269 ## 1.3.8
270
271 *Release date - 17 August 2020*
272
273 - Compatibility fixes with WP 5.5 and the new PHPMailer.
274
275 ## 1.3.7
276
277 *Release date - 12 August 2020*
278
279 - Minor compatibility fixes with WP 5.5.
280
281 ## 1.3.6
282
283 *Release date - 8 July 2020*
284
285 - Automatic creation of new pages with Shortcodes.
286 - Improvements to search suggestions and alternative booking solutions.
287 - Global restrictions overrides with priority to newer rules.
288
289 ## 1.3.5
290
291 *Release date - 1 July 2020*
292
293 - Major release of new framework.
294 - Import reservations tool from third party plugins.
295 - Improvements to tableaux.
296 - Room-day notes defined at room-level as well as sub-unit-level.
297 - Festivities and custom fests management.
298 - New PMS Reports added.
299 - New filtering and pricing for options and extra-services.
300 - Pre-set for characteristics font-icons.
301 - Added possibility of sorting the characteristics.
302 - New calculation type for Promotions.
303 - Dynamic rooms daily price.
304
305 ## 1.3.2
306
307 *Release date - 9 May 2020*
308
309 - Framework adapted to rates comparison widget.
310 - Language files updated.
311
312 ## 1.3.1
313
314 *Release date - 25 March 2020*
315
316 - Added occupancy forecast missing file.
317
318 ## 1.3.0
319
320 *Release date - 23 March 2020*
321
322 - Major release of a brand new framework.
323 - Guest Reviews: those who are also using Vik Channel Manager will be able to start receiving reviews from the guests for their stays
324 - Occupancy Forecast: a new widget has been placed in the Dashboard as well as in the page Rates Overview to monitor the future occupancy
325 - Reports Graphs and Sheets: certain reports, such as the occupancy ranking, will render the data also on line charts
326 - Shared Calendars: it is now possible to link the availability calendars between multiple rooms
327 - Upsell Extra Services: guests will be able to upgrade their bookings (website and OTAs/Channels) by ordering some extra services through your site at any time
328 - OTA Booking details: any reservation downloaded by the Channel Manager will be also visible by your guests on your website
329 - Back-end reservations with front-end rate plans: the page Calendar will now display the front-end rate plans for selection
330 - Rates Calculator Book Now button: the useful tool of the Rates Overview will now let you use a Book Now button to quickly book a room-rate plan combination
331 - Custom Documents for Customers: it is now possible to upload custom files for any customers to keep track of them
332 - New compact layout for multiple rooms bookings: booking multiple rooms, like a group of rooms, is much faster now
333 - Booking History: added several new events to keep track of any modification made for a booking
334 - Vik Channel Manager: automatic triggering of reports, reviews download and opportunities with a new promotion sync system
335 - OTA Reviews Module: you will now be able to display your website reviews as well as the Global Score of your property(s)
336 - FontAwesome updated: the FontAwesome library was updated to their latest version
337 - New back-end filtering options: added several new filters in the back-end Views
338 - Pre-checkin for OTA bookings: guests can now self check-in even if they booked through an external channel
339
340 ## 1.2.13
341
342 *Release date - 23 December 2019*
343
344 - Implemented deactivation feedback.
345 - Fixed an issue that prevented to use multiple instances of the same widget on one page.
346
347 ## 1.2.12
348
349 *Release date - 20 December 2019*
350
351 - Change-log download during update.
352
353 ## 1.2.11
354
355 *Release date - 18 December 2019*
356
357 - Added parameter to force category ID in shortcode Search Form.
358
359 ## 1.2.10
360
361 *Release date - 21 November 2019*
362
363 - Fixed minor issue with widgets timezone
364
365 ## 1.2.9
366
367 *Release date - 14 November 2019*
368
369 - Fixed minor issue with routing functions when parsing URLs with array values.
370
371 ## 1.2.8
372
373 *Release date - 18 September 2019*
374
375 - Added new warning messages.
376
377 ## 1.2.7
378
379 *Release date - 16 September 2019*
380
381 - Fixed minor issues related to the Shortcodes handling functions.
382
383 ## 1.2.6
384
385 *Release date - 2 August 2019*
386
387 - Minor CSS fixes.
388 - Various improvements to the framework libraries.
389
390 ## 1.2.5
391
392 *Release date - 26 June 2019*
393
394 - Dashboard Ajax navigation between donut charts.
395 - Screen Options for pagination limit.
396 - Various improvements to the framework libraries.
397
398
399 ## 1.2.4
400
401 *Release date - 21 June 2019*
402
403 - Minor fix for timezone issue.
404
405
406 ## 1.2.3
407
408 *Release date - 10 June 2019*
409
410 - Libraries improvements.
411 - Fixed compatibility issues with Site Health checks.
412
413
414 ## 1.2.2
415
416 *Release date - 29 May 2019*
417
418 - Minor fixes for default section language.
419 - Fixed issue with certain editor IDs.
420
421
422 ## 1.2.1
423
424 *Release date - 28 May 2019*
425
426 - Minor fix for new MVC structure.
427
428
429 ## 1.2.0
430
431 *Release date - 23 May 2019*
432
433 - Major release of the new core framework.
434 - New front-end gallery.
435 - Custom festivities.
436 - Tens of improvements.
437
438
439 ## 1.1.7
440
441 *Release date - 17 April 2019*
442
443 - Fixed minor core issues.
444
445
446 ## 1.1.6
447
448 *Release date - 14 February 2019*
449
450 - Fixed an issue that could cause multiple email messages to be sent repeatedly.
451
452
453 ## 1.1.5
454
455 *Release date - 5 February 2019*
456
457 - Added filters to Shortcodes page.
458 - Enhanced router for multilingual pages.
459
460
461 ## 1.1.4
462
463 *Release date - 4 February 2019*
464
465 - Shortcodes now support language tags.
466 - Adjusted some routing rules.
467
468
469 ## 1.1.3
470
471 *Release date - 22 January 2019*
472
473 - Fixed a possible issue with the Shortcodes on Windows OS.
474 - Added support to resolve Timezone conflicts.
475
476
477 ## 1.1.2
478
479 *Release date - 8 January 2019*
480
481 - Main language auto-detect.
482 - Minor fixes for the Widgets framework.
483
484
485 ## 1.1.1
486
487 *Release date - 31 December 2018*
488
489 - Rates Overview can show multiple Pricing Calendar for several rooms.
490 - Generation of custom invoices for different services.
491
492
493 ## 1.1.0
494
495 *Release date - 20 December 2018*
496
497 - Major release of the new core framework.
498
499
500 ## 1.0.18
501
502 *Release date - 26 November 2018*
503
504 - Room details shortcodes can be used for generic routing.
505 - Datepicker improvements.
506
507
508 ## 1.0.17
509
510 *Release date - 16 November 2018*
511
512 - Added support for the new Gutenberg editor and WordPress 5.0.
513 - Improved Shortcodes stability while updating a post.
514
515
516 ## 1.0.16
517
518 *Release date - 9 November 2018*
519
520 - Improved Shortcodes generation for params with multiple values.
521
522
523 ## 1.0.15
524
525 *Release date - 31 October 2018*
526
527 - Fixed minor issue for parameters with multiple values in Shortcodes.
528
529
530 ## 1.0.14
531
532 *Release date - 29 October 2018*
533
534 - Added support for several new currencies in the converter.
535 - New type of Shortcode called "Booking" to rewrite the URLs of the booking details pages.
536 - Various improvements to routing functions and framework
537
538
539 ## 1.0.13
540
541 *Release date - 26 September 2018*
542
543 - Added support for all Timezones.
544 - Improved responsiveness for date picker calendars.
545 - Minor core and application fixes.
546
547
548 ## 1.0.12
549
550 *Release date - 7 September 2018*
551
552 - Minor core and application fixes for front-end and back-end.
553
554
555 ## 1.0.11
556
557 *Release date - 16 July 2018*
558
559 - Shortcodes models can now be accessed also via front-end.
560
561
562 ## 1.0.10
563
564 *Release date - 18 June 2018*
565
566 - Improved hooks for Shortcodes usage in posts during drafts saving.
567
568
569 ## 1.0.9
570
571 *Release date - 4 June 2018*
572
573 - Minor backward compatibility fixes for PHP <= 5.4.
574
575
576 ## 1.0.8
577
578 *Release date - 16 may 2018*
579
580 - Shortcodes processing for third party plugins in descriptions.
581 - Overrides functions for layout files of pages and widgets.
582
583
584 ## 1.0.7
585
586 *Release date - 14 may 2018*
587
588 - Automatic mirroring backup of uploaded or generated files (photos, invoices, docs).
589
590
591 ## 1.0.6
592
593 *Release date - 8 May 2018*
594
595 - Added support for Multisite network.
596
597
598 ## 1.0.5
599
600 *Release date - 27 April 2018*
601
602 - Payment framework extendable with dedicated plugins.
603
604
605 ## 1.0.4
606
607 *Release date - 24 April 2018*
608
609 - Automated backup and restore functions for uploaded files (photos, images, logos).
610 - Improvements for upgrading to the Pro version.
611
612
613 ## 1.0.3
614
615 *Release date - 23 April 2018*
616
617 - Minor core fixes.
618
619
620 ## 1.0.2
621
622 *Release date - 20 April 2018*
623
624 - Unified language files for Widgets, Front-end and Back-end for easier translation.
625
626
627 ## 1.0.1
628
629 *Release date - 17 April 2018*
630
631 - Template files and custom CSS files are no longer overridden during updates.
632 - SEO optimizations for custom page titles and metas in front-end.
633
634
635 ## 1.0
636
637 *Release date - 10 April 2018*
638
639 - First stable release of the Vik Booking Framework for WordPress.
640