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1 # Changelog
2
3 ## 1.6.8
4
5 *Release date - 2 April 2024*
6
7 - Introducing the Notifications Center.
8 - Admin-widget framework refactoring.
9 - Improved ACL controls.
10
11 ## 1.6.7
12
13 *Release date - 7 February 2024*
14
15 - Added support to new Gutenberg blocks for the widgets.
16 - All widgets have been converted into native Gutenberg blocks.
17 - Introduced live preview for the Shortcode block.
18 - New admin widget "Bulk Messaging".
19 - Added support to pin/recent widgets in Quick Actions menus.
20 - Refactoring of the e-invoicing framework to support new local requirements.
21 - Various framework improvements.
22
23 ## 1.6.6
24
25 *Release date - 13 December 2023*
26
27 - Added support for the E4jConnect Trial activation system.
28 - Added search facility to translations.
29 - New actions and filters introduced.
30
31 ## 1.6.5
32
33 *Release date - 13 November 2023*
34
35 - New Booking Details admin-widget.
36 - Admin widgets framework refactoring.
37 - Introducing Push notifications through ServiceWorker.
38 - Improved Desktop (Web) notifications.
39 - Added support for WebApp through apposite manifest for MacOS.
40 - Added support for new Channel Manager capabilities with the Booking.com Content APIs.
41 - Cron Jobs attempting to notify Airbnb reservations now rely on the Guest Messaging APIs.
42 - Added the "important" flag to reminders for specific reservations.
43 - New overrides manager interface and breaking changes detection framework.
44 - Minor framework improvements.
45
46 ## 1.6.4
47
48 *Release date - 27 July 2023*
49
50 - New Virtual Terminal admin-widget.
51 - Added support for direct-charge transactions.
52 - Seasonal rates refactoring for promotions.
53 - Improvements to increase the price the accuracy score with Google Hotel.
54 - Hooks refactoring for admin widgets.
55 - Minor framework improvements.
56
57 ## 1.6.3
58
59 *Release date - 21 June 2023*
60
61 - Split stays framework improvements.
62 - Automatic reminders for Channel Manager notifications.
63 - Added support for the new Vrbo API channel connection.
64 - Maximum advance booking notice at room-level.
65 - Implemented several new hooks to facilitate customization.
66 - Improved extendibility of check-in and pre-checkin registration fields.
67 - CTD restrictions applied on check-out date rather than on check-in date.
68 - CSS styling inspector improvements with quick preview and tag selector.
69 - Several improvements for the PMS Reports framework.
70 - Broadcast channel for desktop push notifications across multiple tabs.
71 - Backup framework improvements for large datasets.
72 - Cron Jobs framework improvements to avoid timezone conflicts.
73 - New hooks implemented for the Statistics Tracking object.
74 - New front-end pricing calendar calculation based on rate plan IDs.
75 - Several generic improvements related to UI and framework.
76
77 ## 1.6.2
78
79 *Release date - 4 May 2023*
80
81 - Added support for pet fees through options with selectable quantity.
82 - New planning system with Availability Overview.
83 - Drag & Drop functionalities for single-unit rooms as well as for hotel-inventory rooms.
84 - Swap room sub-units in case of low or full occupancy.
85 - New PMS Report for Takings.
86 - Several improvements and fixes (CSRF).
87
88 ## 1.6.1
89
90 *Release date - 18 April 2023*
91
92 - Enhanced caching functions for databases with large datasets.
93 - Improved performances.
94 - Several improvements to the admin-widgets and Multitask panel.
95 - Added support for pets for each room reservation record.
96 - Added support for included meal plans in the various rate plans.
97 - New framework for the PMS Reports supporting CSV, Excel and Print formats.
98 - Improved various PMS Reports (Pro version).
99 - New Cron Job (Pro version) to automatically export reports dynamically.
100 - Default integration for PayPal Express Checkout (Pro version).
101 - Compatibility with the new Vrbo API channel connection (Pro version + E4jConnect & Vik Channel Manager).
102
103 ## 1.6.0
104
105 *Release date - 14 February 2023*
106
107 - Major release of the framework.
108 - New admin-widgets: Finance and Guest Messaging.
109 - Improved several admin-widgets.
110 - Quick reservation added to Bookings Calendar admin-widget.
111 - Multitask panel improvements to render the admin-widgets within modal windows.
112 - Support for simultaneous chat threads with Booking.com, Airbnb and Website.
113 - New Availability Overview layout and functionalities.
114 - New adaptive back-end menu with custom and pinnable quick actions.
115 - New browser notifications system.
116 - Split Stays.
117 - Early departures or late arrivals for multiple room bookings.
118 - Room Upgrade functionalities.
119 - Enhanced Cron Jobs framework.
120 - Enhanced coupons functionalities to apply tailored and automatic discounts to certain customers.
121 - Added plenty of new hooks/events to extend the default framework functionalities.
122 - Back-end registration detection of returning customer.
123 - VAT breakdown for each line item in the invoice template.
124 - Payment methods can be assigned to certain listings only.
125 - PMS Reports improvements.
126 - States/Provinces management functions for each country.
127 - New custom field of type "State".
128 - Improved communication with Vik Channel Manager.
129 - Added support for the new Expedia Product API within Vik Channel Manager.
130 - Several enhancements for the front-end pages.
131 - Several minor fixes and improvements.
132 - Added CSRF tokens to admin AJAX requests to improve the security.
133
134 ## 1.5.12
135
136 *Release date - 10 January 2023*
137
138 - Fixed attributes escaping to prevent XSS attacks with administrator privileges.
139
140 ## 1.5.11
141
142 *Release date - 26 July 2022*
143
144 - Conditional text rules improvements.
145 - Support for multiple hotel rooms categories (Google Hotel).
146 - Minor CSS adjustments for a better responsiveness.
147
148 ## 1.5.10
149
150 *Release date - 10 June 2022*
151
152 - Added support for WP-Cron scheduled tasks with a new and extendable Cron Jobs framework.
153 - Added support for Booking.com Guest Messaging API.
154 - Zoom feature for Airbnb profile picture of guest reservations.
155 - Improved custom email sending functions through the Visual Editor.
156 - Improved performances for databases with a large amount of reservations (2+ GBs).
157
158 ## 1.5.9
159
160 *Release date - 29 April 2022*
161
162 - Implemented extra anti-XSS checks for the admin pages.
163
164 ## 1.5.7 + 1.5.8
165
166 *Release date - 20 April 2022*
167
168 - Implemented extra CSRF checks for the admin pages.
169
170 ## 1.5.6
171
172 *Release date - 19 April 2022*
173
174 - Fixed issue with invalid email attachments passed to the framework.
175
176 ## 1.5.5
177
178 *Release date - 13 April 2022*
179
180 - Added support for customer profile picture (avatar).
181 - Prevented switch of non refundable rates during booking modification.
182 - Minor improvements.
183
184 ## 1.5.4
185
186 *Release date - 17 March 2022*
187
188 - Sanitized malicious data injections.
189
190 ## 1.5.3
191
192 *Release date - 16 March 2022*
193
194 - Minor improvements for the customer email.
195
196 ## 1.5.2
197
198 *Release date - 11 March 2022*
199
200 - Minor fixes.
201
202 ## 1.5.1
203
204 *Release date - 1 March 2022*
205
206 - Fixed compatibility issues with Windows servers.
207
208 ## 1.5.0
209
210 *Release date - 28 February 2022*
211
212 - Major core framework release.
213 - Dark mode appearance for dark color scheme preferences.
214 - Multitask panel to quickly query the system without changing pages.
215 - Browser (web push) notifications with real-time alerts.
216 - New admin widgets and framework.
217 - Reminders with scheduled due dates.
218 - Rates flow monitoring for OTA and Website rates.
219 - Custom data collection for guests registration.
220 - myDATA AADE integration for electronic invoicing in Greece.
221 - Inquiry reservations with pending status and auto room-assignment.
222 - Backups: import and export an entire configuration from one site to another.
223 - Visual (rich text) editor and composer for any email message.
224 - New statistics tracking features.
225 - Coupon codes with minimum stay filter.
226 - New conditional text rules.
227 - New permissions for front-end Tableaux and operators.
228 - Support (and certification) for Google Hotel Free Booking Links!! (Vik Channel Manager + E4jConnect subscription required)
229
230 ## 1.4.6
231
232 *Release date - 2 November 2021*
233
234 - Minor fix for editors.
235
236 ## 1.4.5
237
238 *Release date - 29 October 2021*
239
240 - Core framework minor fixes.
241
242 ## 1.4.4
243
244 *Release date - 27 October 2021*
245
246 - Core framework update.
247
248 ## 1.4.3
249
250 *Release date - 6 October 2021*
251
252 - Minor update to prevent SSL issues with expired certificate chains.
253
254 ## 1.4.2
255
256 *Release date - 15 June 2021*
257
258 - Language files loading moved to a different hook for a better compatibility with third party plugins.
259 - Implemented use of alias methods to facilitate the translation of the plugin on its official WordPress page.
260
261 ## 1.4.1
262
263 *Release date - 10 June 2021*
264
265 - Internal libraries updated to support a new type of nonces against CSRF attacks.
266 - Minor fixes and improvements in some back-end pages.
267
268 ## 1.4.0
269
270 *Release date - 17 May 2021*
271
272 - New major release of the core framework.
273 - Custom admin widgets for a completely new Dashboard.
274 - Geocoding functionalities.
275 - Interactive Google Maps with overlay and custom markers.
276 - Conditional text rules to control email messages and more.
277 - Templates styling through graphical interface.
278 - New front-end design with responsive and lazy image gallery.
279 - Added support for refund transactions.
280 - Hundreds of minor improvements.
281 - Tens of new features for those who also use Vik Channel Manager.
282
283 ## 1.3.11
284
285 *Release date - 30 December 2020*
286
287 - Custom ordering of preferred countries for phone numbers.
288 - Sample Data available for new installations.
289
290 ## 1.3.10
291
292 *Release date - 23 December 2020*
293
294 - RSS Feeds Opt-in minor fix with 1.3.10.
295 - Support for installation of Sample Data.
296
297 ## 1.3.8
298
299 *Release date - 17 August 2020*
300
301 - Compatibility fixes with WP 5.5 and the new PHPMailer.
302
303 ## 1.3.7
304
305 *Release date - 12 August 2020*
306
307 - Minor compatibility fixes with WP 5.5.
308
309 ## 1.3.6
310
311 *Release date - 8 July 2020*
312
313 - Automatic creation of new pages with Shortcodes.
314 - Improvements to search suggestions and alternative booking solutions.
315 - Global restrictions overrides with priority to newer rules.
316
317 ## 1.3.5
318
319 *Release date - 1 July 2020*
320
321 - Major release of new framework.
322 - Import reservations tool from third party plugins.
323 - Improvements to tableaux.
324 - Room-day notes defined at room-level as well as sub-unit-level.
325 - Festivities and custom fests management.
326 - New PMS Reports added.
327 - New filtering and pricing for options and extra-services.
328 - Pre-set for characteristics font-icons.
329 - Added possibility of sorting the characteristics.
330 - New calculation type for Promotions.
331 - Dynamic rooms daily price.
332
333 ## 1.3.2
334
335 *Release date - 9 May 2020*
336
337 - Framework adapted to rates comparison widget.
338 - Language files updated.
339
340 ## 1.3.1
341
342 *Release date - 25 March 2020*
343
344 - Added occupancy forecast missing file.
345
346 ## 1.3.0
347
348 *Release date - 23 March 2020*
349
350 - Major release of a brand new framework.
351 - Guest Reviews: those who are also using Vik Channel Manager will be able to start receiving reviews from the guests for their stays
352 - Occupancy Forecast: a new widget has been placed in the Dashboard as well as in the page Rates Overview to monitor the future occupancy
353 - Reports Graphs and Sheets: certain reports, such as the occupancy ranking, will render the data also on line charts
354 - Shared Calendars: it is now possible to link the availability calendars between multiple rooms
355 - 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
356 - OTA Booking details: any reservation downloaded by the Channel Manager will be also visible by your guests on your website
357 - Back-end reservations with front-end rate plans: the page Calendar will now display the front-end rate plans for selection
358 - 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
359 - Custom Documents for Customers: it is now possible to upload custom files for any customers to keep track of them
360 - New compact layout for multiple rooms bookings: booking multiple rooms, like a group of rooms, is much faster now
361 - Booking History: added several new events to keep track of any modification made for a booking
362 - Vik Channel Manager: automatic triggering of reports, reviews download and opportunities with a new promotion sync system
363 - OTA Reviews Module: you will now be able to display your website reviews as well as the Global Score of your property(s)
364 - FontAwesome updated: the FontAwesome library was updated to their latest version
365 - New back-end filtering options: added several new filters in the back-end Views
366 - Pre-checkin for OTA bookings: guests can now self check-in even if they booked through an external channel
367
368 ## 1.2.13
369
370 *Release date - 23 December 2019*
371
372 - Implemented deactivation feedback.
373 - Fixed an issue that prevented to use multiple instances of the same widget on one page.
374
375 ## 1.2.12
376
377 *Release date - 20 December 2019*
378
379 - Change-log download during update.
380
381 ## 1.2.11
382
383 *Release date - 18 December 2019*
384
385 - Added parameter to force category ID in shortcode Search Form.
386
387 ## 1.2.10
388
389 *Release date - 21 November 2019*
390
391 - Fixed minor issue with widgets timezone
392
393 ## 1.2.9
394
395 *Release date - 14 November 2019*
396
397 - Fixed minor issue with routing functions when parsing URLs with array values.
398
399 ## 1.2.8
400
401 *Release date - 18 September 2019*
402
403 - Added new warning messages.
404
405 ## 1.2.7
406
407 *Release date - 16 September 2019*
408
409 - Fixed minor issues related to the Shortcodes handling functions.
410
411 ## 1.2.6
412
413 *Release date - 2 August 2019*
414
415 - Minor CSS fixes.
416 - Various improvements to the framework libraries.
417
418 ## 1.2.5
419
420 *Release date - 26 June 2019*
421
422 - Dashboard Ajax navigation between donut charts.
423 - Screen Options for pagination limit.
424 - Various improvements to the framework libraries.
425
426
427 ## 1.2.4
428
429 *Release date - 21 June 2019*
430
431 - Minor fix for timezone issue.
432
433
434 ## 1.2.3
435
436 *Release date - 10 June 2019*
437
438 - Libraries improvements.
439 - Fixed compatibility issues with Site Health checks.
440
441
442 ## 1.2.2
443
444 *Release date - 29 May 2019*
445
446 - Minor fixes for default section language.
447 - Fixed issue with certain editor IDs.
448
449
450 ## 1.2.1
451
452 *Release date - 28 May 2019*
453
454 - Minor fix for new MVC structure.
455
456
457 ## 1.2.0
458
459 *Release date - 23 May 2019*
460
461 - Major release of the new core framework.
462 - New front-end gallery.
463 - Custom festivities.
464 - Tens of improvements.
465
466
467 ## 1.1.7
468
469 *Release date - 17 April 2019*
470
471 - Fixed minor core issues.
472
473
474 ## 1.1.6
475
476 *Release date - 14 February 2019*
477
478 - Fixed an issue that could cause multiple email messages to be sent repeatedly.
479
480
481 ## 1.1.5
482
483 *Release date - 5 February 2019*
484
485 - Added filters to Shortcodes page.
486 - Enhanced router for multilingual pages.
487
488
489 ## 1.1.4
490
491 *Release date - 4 February 2019*
492
493 - Shortcodes now support language tags.
494 - Adjusted some routing rules.
495
496
497 ## 1.1.3
498
499 *Release date - 22 January 2019*
500
501 - Fixed a possible issue with the Shortcodes on Windows OS.
502 - Added support to resolve Timezone conflicts.
503
504
505 ## 1.1.2
506
507 *Release date - 8 January 2019*
508
509 - Main language auto-detect.
510 - Minor fixes for the Widgets framework.
511
512
513 ## 1.1.1
514
515 *Release date - 31 December 2018*
516
517 - Rates Overview can show multiple Pricing Calendar for several rooms.
518 - Generation of custom invoices for different services.
519
520
521 ## 1.1.0
522
523 *Release date - 20 December 2018*
524
525 - Major release of the new core framework.
526
527
528 ## 1.0.18
529
530 *Release date - 26 November 2018*
531
532 - Room details shortcodes can be used for generic routing.
533 - Datepicker improvements.
534
535
536 ## 1.0.17
537
538 *Release date - 16 November 2018*
539
540 - Added support for the new Gutenberg editor and WordPress 5.0.
541 - Improved Shortcodes stability while updating a post.
542
543
544 ## 1.0.16
545
546 *Release date - 9 November 2018*
547
548 - Improved Shortcodes generation for params with multiple values.
549
550
551 ## 1.0.15
552
553 *Release date - 31 October 2018*
554
555 - Fixed minor issue for parameters with multiple values in Shortcodes.
556
557
558 ## 1.0.14
559
560 *Release date - 29 October 2018*
561
562 - Added support for several new currencies in the converter.
563 - New type of Shortcode called "Booking" to rewrite the URLs of the booking details pages.
564 - Various improvements to routing functions and framework
565
566
567 ## 1.0.13
568
569 *Release date - 26 September 2018*
570
571 - Added support for all Timezones.
572 - Improved responsiveness for date picker calendars.
573 - Minor core and application fixes.
574
575
576 ## 1.0.12
577
578 *Release date - 7 September 2018*
579
580 - Minor core and application fixes for front-end and back-end.
581
582
583 ## 1.0.11
584
585 *Release date - 16 July 2018*
586
587 - Shortcodes models can now be accessed also via front-end.
588
589
590 ## 1.0.10
591
592 *Release date - 18 June 2018*
593
594 - Improved hooks for Shortcodes usage in posts during drafts saving.
595
596
597 ## 1.0.9
598
599 *Release date - 4 June 2018*
600
601 - Minor backward compatibility fixes for PHP <= 5.4.
602
603
604 ## 1.0.8
605
606 *Release date - 16 may 2018*
607
608 - Shortcodes processing for third party plugins in descriptions.
609 - Overrides functions for layout files of pages and widgets.
610
611
612 ## 1.0.7
613
614 *Release date - 14 may 2018*
615
616 - Automatic mirroring backup of uploaded or generated files (photos, invoices, docs).
617
618
619 ## 1.0.6
620
621 *Release date - 8 May 2018*
622
623 - Added support for Multisite network.
624
625
626 ## 1.0.5
627
628 *Release date - 27 April 2018*
629
630 - Payment framework extendable with dedicated plugins.
631
632
633 ## 1.0.4
634
635 *Release date - 24 April 2018*
636
637 - Automated backup and restore functions for uploaded files (photos, images, logos).
638 - Improvements for upgrading to the Pro version.
639
640
641 ## 1.0.3
642
643 *Release date - 23 April 2018*
644
645 - Minor core fixes.
646
647
648 ## 1.0.2
649
650 *Release date - 20 April 2018*
651
652 - Unified language files for Widgets, Front-end and Back-end for easier translation.
653
654
655 ## 1.0.1
656
657 *Release date - 17 April 2018*
658
659 - Template files and custom CSS files are no longer overridden during updates.
660 - SEO optimizations for custom page titles and metas in front-end.
661
662
663 ## 1.0
664
665 *Release date - 10 April 2018*
666
667 - First stable release of the Vik Booking Framework for WordPress.
668