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  • wpextended/tags/3.3.0/README.txt

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    1 === WP Extended - The Ultimate WordPress Toolkit ===
     1=== WP Extended – Modular WordPress Toolkit ===
    22Contributors: wpextended
    33Tags: admin tools, admin menu editor, custom columns, login designer, smtp, disable comments, duplicate post, maintenance mode, code snippets, dashboard widgets, admin enhancements, file manager, media folders, admin branding, user export, workflow tools, utilities
    … …  
    99License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
    1010
    11 SMTP Email, Maintenance Mode, Duplicate Posts & Pages, Duplicate menu, Code Snippets, SVG File upload, Disable Gutenberg, Limit Login Attempts & so much more!
     11Everyday WordPress tools in one modular plugin. Enable only what you need instead of installing another plugin for every job.
    1212
    1313== Description ==
    1414
    15 WP Extended is a modular all-in-one WordPress plugin that helps you replace multiple single-purpose plugins with one lightweight toolkit.
     15Stop installing another plugin for every small WordPress job.
     16
     17WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit for the everyday jobs that usually send you searching for another plugin.
     18
     19Need to duplicate a page?
     20
     21Configure SMTP email?
     22
     23Upload SVG files?
     24
     25Manage code snippets?
     26
     27Switch between users?
     28
     29Change your WordPress login URL?
     30
     31Reorder content?
     32
     33Put a site into maintenance mode?
     34
     35WP Extended brings these tools — and [many more](https://wpextended.io/modules/) — into one consistent plugin.
     36
     37Enable what your site needs. Leave the rest off.
    1638
    1739https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--HGMYDfivY
    1840
    19 Whether you build client sites, run an agency, manage WooCommerce stores, or just want a cleaner WordPress setup, WP Extended gives you practical tools to customise, streamline and secure your site without plugin bloat.
    20 
    21 Instead of installing separate plugins for duplicate posts, SMTP, code snippets, SVG upload, maintenance mode, custom login URLs, user switching, post ordering, exports, admin cleanup and more, you can manage everything from one modern interface and only enable the modules you actually need.
     41= One toolkit. Individual modules. =
     42
     43WP Extended is not designed around activating everything.
     44
     45Each capability is managed as its own module, so you choose the tools that fit your site.
     46
     47Enable a handful of modules on one WordPress site.
     48
     49Use a completely different combination on another.
     50
     51The same familiar toolkit sits underneath both.
     52
     53With WP Extended you can:
     54
     55* Reduce reliance on small, single-purpose plugins
     56* Enable only the modules your site actually needs
     57* Manage everyday WordPress tools from one consistent interface
     58* Keep familiar workflows across the sites you build and maintain
     59* Start with useful functionality in the free plugin
     60* Add Pro functionality later where your workflow requires it
     61
     62= Everyday WordPress jobs. One familiar toolkit. =
     63
     64**[Duplicate Posts & Pages](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/duplicate-post/)**
     65
     66Duplicate existing posts and pages without rebuilding the content or layout from scratch.
     67
     68Useful for landing pages, service pages, repeatable content structures and editorial workflows.
     69
     70**[SMTP Email](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/smtp-email/)**
     71
     72Configure WordPress email delivery through SMTP instead of adding another dedicated email plugin.
     73
     74Useful for site notifications, contact form delivery and transactional WordPress email.
     75
     76**[Code Snippets](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/code-snippets/)**
     77
     78Manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript snippets without editing your theme files.
     79
     80Keep small site customisations easier to find and maintain.
     81
     82**[SVG File Upload](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/svg-upload/)**
     83
     84Add SVG support to the WordPress media workflow for trusted logos, icons and scalable assets.
     85
     86**[User Switching](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/user-switching/)**
     87
     88Switch between WordPress user accounts more quickly when testing permissions, troubleshooting issues or supporting users.
     89
     90**[Post Type Order](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/post-type-order/)**
     91
     92Reorder posts, pages and supported post types without writing custom code.
     93
     94**Export [Posts](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/export-posts/) & [Users](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/export-users/)**
     95
     96Export WordPress content and user data for reporting, migrations, audits and other workflows.
     97
     98**[Custom Login URL](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/custom-login-url/)**
     99
     100Change the standard WordPress login path from the default URL.
     101
     102**[Limit Login Attempts](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/limit-login-attempts/)**
     103
     104Restrict repeated login attempts and reduce common brute-force login activity.
     105
     106**[Maintenance Mode](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/maintenance-mode/)**
     107
     108Show visitors an appropriate maintenance page while work is taking place behind the scenes.
     109
     110**[Menu Editor](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/menu-editor/)**
     111
     112Rename, reorder or hide WordPress admin menu items to create a cleaner admin experience.
     113
     114**[Rollback Manager](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/rollback-manager/)**
     115
     116Roll WordPress.org plugins or themes back to an earlier version when an update causes a problem.
     117
     118[Browse every WP Extended module](https://wpextended.io/modules/)
     119
     120= Built around the way you actually use WordPress. =
     121
     122A large toolkit does not mean every feature should be active.
     123
     124That is why WP Extended is modular.
     125
     126Turn on SMTP on one site.
     127
     128Use Code Snippets and SVG uploads on another.
     129
     130Add content, admin or login tools where they make sense.
     131
     132Leave everything else disabled.
     133
     134Turn on what you need. Leave the rest off.
     135
     136= A repeatable starting point for WordPress professionals. =
     137
     138If you build or maintain WordPress sites regularly, the same small requirements tend to appear again and again.
     139
     140Email delivery.
     141
     142Content duplication.
     143
     144Code snippets.
     145
     146User testing.
     147
     148SVG support.
     149
     150Login controls.
     151
     152Exports.
     153
     154Admin customisation.
     155
     156Instead of finding and installing a different utility plugin every time one of those requirements appears, WP Extended gives you a familiar collection of tools you can configure around each project.
     157
     158That makes WP Extended particularly useful for:
     159
     160* Freelancers building and maintaining client sites
     161* Agencies managing multiple WordPress websites
     162* Developers who want practical workflow and troubleshooting tools close at hand
     163* Site owners who want additional WordPress functionality without accumulating unnecessary standalone plugins
     164
     165= Start free. Add more when your workflow needs it. =
     166
     167WP Extended Free is designed to be useful on its own.
     168
     169Many modules are available directly through the WordPress.org plugin, while some modules include additional Pro functionality or are available with [WP Extended Pro](https://wpextended.io/pricing/).
     170
     171You do not need to upgrade simply to understand how WP Extended works.
     172
     173Start with the tools your site needs today.
     174
     175Add more when your workflow requires them.
     176
     177[Compare WP Extended Free and Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/)
     178
     179= What WP Extended is — and what it isn’t. =
     180
     181WP Extended focuses on the small but important WordPress jobs that often end up spread across numerous utility plugins.
     182
     183It is not intended to replace every specialist WordPress product.
     184
     185For example, WP Extended is not positioned as a replacement for a complete:
     186
     187* Security platform
     188* SEO platform
     189* Ecommerce system
     190* Backup service
     191* Page builder
     192* Performance or caching platform
     193
     194Those products solve larger specialist problems.
     195
     196WP Extended gives the everyday WordPress jobs a more consistent home.
    22197
    23198= Why WP Extended? =
    24199
    25 * Replace plugin bloat with one modular toolkit
    26 * Enable only the features you need
    27 * Save time managing content, users and admin workflows
    28 * Improve day-to-day WordPress usability
    29 * Add practical security hardening and login protection
    30 * Keep your site lean with a single, well-organised plugin
    31 * Suitable for freelancers, agencies, developers and site owners
    32 
    33 = Popular free modules include: =
    34 
    35 * Duplicate Posts & Pages
    36 * SMTP Email
    37 * Code Snippets
    38 * SVG File Upload
    39 * User Switching
    40 * Export Posts
    41 * Export Users
    42 * Post Type Order
    43 * Post Type Switcher
    44 * Quick Add Post
    45 * Custom Login URL
    46 * Limit Login Attempts
    47 * Maintenance Mode
    48 * Hide Admin Bar
    49 * Disable XML-RPC
    50 * Hide WordPress Version
    51 * User Enumeration Protection
    52 * Redirect 404 to Homepage
    53 * External Permalinks
    54 * Open External Links in New Tab
    55 * Rollback Manager
    56 * Menu Visibility
    57 * Pixel Tag Manager
    58 * User Last Login
    59 * Disable RSS Feeds
    60 * Clean Profiles
    61 * Classic Editor support
    62 
    63 = WP Extended is built for real WordPress workflows =
    64 
    65 WP Extended is not just another "Swiss army knife" plugin with a cluttered settings page. It is designed as a modular toolkit, so each feature feels focused and easy to manage. Recent releases have introduced a rebuilt interface, stronger export tools, better block editor support, new settings controls, and continued improvements across admin customisation, snippets, login tools and content workflows.
    66 
    67 = Use WP Extended to: =
    68 
    69 * Duplicate and reorganise content faster
    70 * Export users and posts in multiple formats
    71 * Improve admin usability for clients and teams
    72 * Customise the login experience
    73 * Add lightweight security enhancements
    74 * Manage media and SVG uploads more safely
    75 * Reduce reliance on lots of small plugins
    76 
    77 = Who is WP Extended for? =
    78 
    79 * Freelancers building and maintaining client sites
    80 * Agencies managing multiple WordPress installs
    81 * Developers who want useful admin and workflow tools
    82 * Site owners who want more control without unnecessary complexity
    83 
    84 Pro features expand WP Extended even further with advanced admin customisation, admin columns, quick search, media replace, media trash, disable comments, disable auto updates, debug tools, cleaner dashboards and more.
    85 
    86 If you want one plugin that helps manage WordPress more efficiently while reducing plugin sprawl, WP Extended is built for exactly that.
    87 
    88 Documentation: https://wpextended.io/docs/
    89 Changelog: https://wpextended.io/changelog/
    90 Website: https://wpextended.io/
     200**Modular by design**
     201
     202Enable the individual capabilities your site needs instead of activating an entire feature set.
     203
     204**One familiar interface**
     205
     206Keep everyday WordPress tools together instead of remembering which standalone plugin controls which task.
     207
     208**Less plugin sprawl**
     209
     210Reduce reliance on multiple small utility plugins that each solve one narrow requirement.
     211
     212**Useful across multiple sites**
     213
     214Use the same familiar toolkit across different WordPress projects while configuring the modules differently for each one.
     215
     216**Built for everyday WordPress work**
     217
     218WP Extended focuses on practical tasks that site owners, developers, freelancers and agencies repeatedly encounter.
     219
     220= Extend WordPress. Not your plugin list. =
     221
     222Every small WordPress requirement should not automatically mean installing another plugin.
     223
     224Install WP Extended and enable the modules your site actually needs.
     225
     226* [Website](https://wpextended.io/)
     227* [All modules](https://wpextended.io/modules/)
     228* [Documentation](https://wpextended.io/docs/)
     229* [Free vs Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/)
     230* [Changelog](https://wpextended.io/changelog/)
     231* [Support & contact](https://store.wpextended.io/contact/)
    91232
    92233== Installation ==
    … …  
    108249
    109250
     251== Frequently Asked Questions ==
     252
     253= What is WP Extended? =
     254
     255WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit that brings a collection of practical admin, content, media, email, login, workflow and developer tools into one plugin.
     256
     257Instead of installing a separate plugin for every small requirement, you can enable the individual WP Extended modules your site needs.
     258
     259= Do I need to enable every module? =
     260
     261No.
     262
     263WP Extended is deliberately modular.
     264
     265Enable the modules that make sense for your site and leave everything else disabled.
     266
     267Different WordPress sites can use completely different combinations of WP Extended modules.
     268
     269= What makes WP Extended different from installing separate plugins? =
     270
     271Many everyday WordPress requirements are relatively small but still result in another standalone plugin being installed.
     272
     273WP Extended brings many of those utilities into one toolkit with a consistent interface and modular controls.
     274
     275This can reduce plugin sprawl and make common functionality easier to manage across your sites.
     276
     277= Which kinds of tools are included? =
     278
     279WP Extended includes tools for common WordPress workflows such as:
     280
     281* Duplicate posts and pages
     282* SMTP email
     283* Code snippets
     284* SVG uploads
     285* User switching
     286* Content ordering
     287* Exports
     288* Maintenance mode
     289* Custom login URLs
     290* WordPress admin controls
     291* Login protection
     292* Media and workflow utilities
     293
     294Module availability and functionality can vary between [Free and Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/). See the [full module list](https://wpextended.io/modules/).
     295
     296= Is WP Extended a replacement for a full security plugin? =
     297
     298No.
     299
     300WP Extended includes practical login, privacy and WordPress-hardening tools, but it is not intended to replace a specialist security platform that provides features such as malware scanning, a firewall or advanced security monitoring.
     301
     302= Is WP Extended suitable for freelancers, agencies and developers? =
     303
     304Yes.
     305
     306WP Extended is particularly useful when the same small WordPress requirements keep appearing across different projects.
     307
     308You can use the same familiar toolkit across multiple sites while enabling a different set of modules according to each project’s needs.
     309
     310= Is WP Extended Free useful without Pro? =
     311
     312Yes.
     313
     314WP Extended Free includes a substantial collection of useful WordPress modules and is designed to stand on its own.
     315
     316Pro expands the toolkit with additional modules and advanced functionality where required. See [what each version includes](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/).
     317
     318= Will every module run on my site automatically? =
     319
     320No.
     321
     322Modules are individually enabled.
     323
     324If you do not need a particular capability, leave that module disabled.
     325
     326= Where can I find documentation? =
     327
     328Documentation for WP Extended and individual modules is available on the [WP Extended website](https://wpextended.io/docs/).
     329
     330= How do I get support? =
     331
     332[Contact the WP Extended team](https://store.wpextended.io/contact/) for support and general enquiries.
     333
     334= Where can I see recent product changes? =
     335
     336The [WP Extended changelog](https://wpextended.io/changelog/) lists recent releases, fixes, new modules and product improvements.
     337
     338
    110339== Screenshots ==
    111340
    112 1. Every module in one interface — enable only what you need.
    113 2. SMTP Email with built-in support for Brevo, SendGrid, Postmark, SparkPost and more.
    114 3. Maintenance Mode with customisable layouts and access controls.
    115 4. Menu Editor — reorder, hide or rename any admin menu item.
    116 5. Admin Columns — organise list tables for posts, pages, media and users.
    117 6. Code Snippets — manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JS snippets from one place.
     3411. Build the toolkit around your site — enable the modules you need and leave the rest off.
     3422. Configure WordPress email through SMTP from inside your existing WP Extended toolkit.
     3433. Put your site into maintenance mode while updates or other work take place behind the scenes.
     3444. Reorder, rename and manage WordPress admin menu items from a familiar interface.
     3455. Customise WordPress list screens and make important information easier to find.
     3466. Manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript snippets without editing your theme files.
    118347
    119348
    … …  
    619848
    620849* Initial release.
    621 
    622 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
    623 
    624 = What is WP Extended? =
    625 
    626 WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit that combines a wide range of admin, content, media, login, export and security-related utilities into one plugin.
    627 
    628 = What makes WP Extended different from installing separate plugins? =
    629 
    630 Instead of managing many single-purpose plugins, WP Extended lets you enable only the modules you need from one interface. This reduces plugin clutter, simplifies maintenance and gives you a more consistent admin experience.
    631 
    632 = Will WP Extended slow down my website? =
    633 
    634 WP Extended is built as a modular plugin, so you can activate only the features you need. That helps keep your setup lean compared with installing lots of standalone plugins.
    635 
    636 = Which kinds of features are included? =
    637 
    638 WP Extended includes tools for duplicate posts and pages, SMTP email, code snippets, SVG uploads, user switching, post ordering, post type switching, exports, maintenance mode, custom login URLs, admin cleanup, login protection and more.
    639 
    640 = Is WP Extended a replacement for a full security plugin? =
    641 
    642 No. WP Extended includes practical hardening and login-related tools, but it is best used alongside a dedicated security solution if you need full malware scanning, firewall protection or advanced security monitoring.
    643 
    644 = Is WP Extended suitable for agencies and developers? =
    645 
    646 Yes. WP Extended is especially useful for freelancers, agencies and developers who want to standardise site setups, reduce plugin sprawl and speed up common WordPress admin tasks.
    647 
    648 = Does WP Extended support modern WordPress workflows? =
    649 
    650 Yes. Recent versions added a rebuilt interface, better block editor support in key modules, expanded export options, CLI support and continued improvements across many modules.
    651 
    652 = Where can I see the latest updates? =
    653 
    654 You can view the latest changes here: https://wpextended.io/changelog/
  • wpextended/trunk/README.txt

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    1 === WP Extended - The Ultimate WordPress Toolkit ===
     1=== WP Extended – Modular WordPress Toolkit ===
    22Contributors: wpextended
    33Tags: admin tools, admin menu editor, custom columns, login designer, smtp, disable comments, duplicate post, maintenance mode, code snippets, dashboard widgets, admin enhancements, file manager, media folders, admin branding, user export, workflow tools, utilities
    … …  
    99License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
    1010
    11 SMTP Email, Maintenance Mode, Duplicate Posts & Pages, Duplicate menu, Code Snippets, SVG File upload, Disable Gutenberg, Limit Login Attempts & so much more!
     11Everyday WordPress tools in one modular plugin. Enable only what you need instead of installing another plugin for every job.
    1212
    1313== Description ==
    1414
    15 WP Extended is a modular all-in-one WordPress plugin that helps you replace multiple single-purpose plugins with one lightweight toolkit.
     15Stop installing another plugin for every small WordPress job.
     16
     17WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit for the everyday jobs that usually send you searching for another plugin.
     18
     19Need to duplicate a page?
     20
     21Configure SMTP email?
     22
     23Upload SVG files?
     24
     25Manage code snippets?
     26
     27Switch between users?
     28
     29Change your WordPress login URL?
     30
     31Reorder content?
     32
     33Put a site into maintenance mode?
     34
     35WP Extended brings these tools — and [many more](https://wpextended.io/modules/) — into one consistent plugin.
     36
     37Enable what your site needs. Leave the rest off.
    1638
    1739https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--HGMYDfivY
    1840
    19 Whether you build client sites, run an agency, manage WooCommerce stores, or just want a cleaner WordPress setup, WP Extended gives you practical tools to customise, streamline and secure your site without plugin bloat.
    20 
    21 Instead of installing separate plugins for duplicate posts, SMTP, code snippets, SVG upload, maintenance mode, custom login URLs, user switching, post ordering, exports, admin cleanup and more, you can manage everything from one modern interface and only enable the modules you actually need.
     41= One toolkit. Individual modules. =
     42
     43WP Extended is not designed around activating everything.
     44
     45Each capability is managed as its own module, so you choose the tools that fit your site.
     46
     47Enable a handful of modules on one WordPress site.
     48
     49Use a completely different combination on another.
     50
     51The same familiar toolkit sits underneath both.
     52
     53With WP Extended you can:
     54
     55* Reduce reliance on small, single-purpose plugins
     56* Enable only the modules your site actually needs
     57* Manage everyday WordPress tools from one consistent interface
     58* Keep familiar workflows across the sites you build and maintain
     59* Start with useful functionality in the free plugin
     60* Add Pro functionality later where your workflow requires it
     61
     62= Everyday WordPress jobs. One familiar toolkit. =
     63
     64**[Duplicate Posts & Pages](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/duplicate-post/)**
     65
     66Duplicate existing posts and pages without rebuilding the content or layout from scratch.
     67
     68Useful for landing pages, service pages, repeatable content structures and editorial workflows.
     69
     70**[SMTP Email](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/smtp-email/)**
     71
     72Configure WordPress email delivery through SMTP instead of adding another dedicated email plugin.
     73
     74Useful for site notifications, contact form delivery and transactional WordPress email.
     75
     76**[Code Snippets](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/code-snippets/)**
     77
     78Manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript snippets without editing your theme files.
     79
     80Keep small site customisations easier to find and maintain.
     81
     82**[SVG File Upload](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/svg-upload/)**
     83
     84Add SVG support to the WordPress media workflow for trusted logos, icons and scalable assets.
     85
     86**[User Switching](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/user-switching/)**
     87
     88Switch between WordPress user accounts more quickly when testing permissions, troubleshooting issues or supporting users.
     89
     90**[Post Type Order](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/post-type-order/)**
     91
     92Reorder posts, pages and supported post types without writing custom code.
     93
     94**Export [Posts](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/export-posts/) & [Users](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/export-users/)**
     95
     96Export WordPress content and user data for reporting, migrations, audits and other workflows.
     97
     98**[Custom Login URL](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/custom-login-url/)**
     99
     100Change the standard WordPress login path from the default URL.
     101
     102**[Limit Login Attempts](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/limit-login-attempts/)**
     103
     104Restrict repeated login attempts and reduce common brute-force login activity.
     105
     106**[Maintenance Mode](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/maintenance-mode/)**
     107
     108Show visitors an appropriate maintenance page while work is taking place behind the scenes.
     109
     110**[Menu Editor](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/menu-editor/)**
     111
     112Rename, reorder or hide WordPress admin menu items to create a cleaner admin experience.
     113
     114**[Rollback Manager](https://wpextended.io/docs/modules/rollback-manager/)**
     115
     116Roll WordPress.org plugins or themes back to an earlier version when an update causes a problem.
     117
     118[Browse every WP Extended module](https://wpextended.io/modules/)
     119
     120= Built around the way you actually use WordPress. =
     121
     122A large toolkit does not mean every feature should be active.
     123
     124That is why WP Extended is modular.
     125
     126Turn on SMTP on one site.
     127
     128Use Code Snippets and SVG uploads on another.
     129
     130Add content, admin or login tools where they make sense.
     131
     132Leave everything else disabled.
     133
     134Turn on what you need. Leave the rest off.
     135
     136= A repeatable starting point for WordPress professionals. =
     137
     138If you build or maintain WordPress sites regularly, the same small requirements tend to appear again and again.
     139
     140Email delivery.
     141
     142Content duplication.
     143
     144Code snippets.
     145
     146User testing.
     147
     148SVG support.
     149
     150Login controls.
     151
     152Exports.
     153
     154Admin customisation.
     155
     156Instead of finding and installing a different utility plugin every time one of those requirements appears, WP Extended gives you a familiar collection of tools you can configure around each project.
     157
     158That makes WP Extended particularly useful for:
     159
     160* Freelancers building and maintaining client sites
     161* Agencies managing multiple WordPress websites
     162* Developers who want practical workflow and troubleshooting tools close at hand
     163* Site owners who want additional WordPress functionality without accumulating unnecessary standalone plugins
     164
     165= Start free. Add more when your workflow needs it. =
     166
     167WP Extended Free is designed to be useful on its own.
     168
     169Many modules are available directly through the WordPress.org plugin, while some modules include additional Pro functionality or are available with [WP Extended Pro](https://wpextended.io/pricing/).
     170
     171You do not need to upgrade simply to understand how WP Extended works.
     172
     173Start with the tools your site needs today.
     174
     175Add more when your workflow requires them.
     176
     177[Compare WP Extended Free and Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/)
     178
     179= What WP Extended is — and what it isn’t. =
     180
     181WP Extended focuses on the small but important WordPress jobs that often end up spread across numerous utility plugins.
     182
     183It is not intended to replace every specialist WordPress product.
     184
     185For example, WP Extended is not positioned as a replacement for a complete:
     186
     187* Security platform
     188* SEO platform
     189* Ecommerce system
     190* Backup service
     191* Page builder
     192* Performance or caching platform
     193
     194Those products solve larger specialist problems.
     195
     196WP Extended gives the everyday WordPress jobs a more consistent home.
    22197
    23198= Why WP Extended? =
    24199
    25 * Replace plugin bloat with one modular toolkit
    26 * Enable only the features you need
    27 * Save time managing content, users and admin workflows
    28 * Improve day-to-day WordPress usability
    29 * Add practical security hardening and login protection
    30 * Keep your site lean with a single, well-organised plugin
    31 * Suitable for freelancers, agencies, developers and site owners
    32 
    33 = Popular free modules include: =
    34 
    35 * Duplicate Posts & Pages
    36 * SMTP Email
    37 * Code Snippets
    38 * SVG File Upload
    39 * User Switching
    40 * Export Posts
    41 * Export Users
    42 * Post Type Order
    43 * Post Type Switcher
    44 * Quick Add Post
    45 * Custom Login URL
    46 * Limit Login Attempts
    47 * Maintenance Mode
    48 * Hide Admin Bar
    49 * Disable XML-RPC
    50 * Hide WordPress Version
    51 * User Enumeration Protection
    52 * Redirect 404 to Homepage
    53 * External Permalinks
    54 * Open External Links in New Tab
    55 * Rollback Manager
    56 * Menu Visibility
    57 * Pixel Tag Manager
    58 * User Last Login
    59 * Disable RSS Feeds
    60 * Clean Profiles
    61 * Classic Editor support
    62 
    63 = WP Extended is built for real WordPress workflows =
    64 
    65 WP Extended is not just another "Swiss army knife" plugin with a cluttered settings page. It is designed as a modular toolkit, so each feature feels focused and easy to manage. Recent releases have introduced a rebuilt interface, stronger export tools, better block editor support, new settings controls, and continued improvements across admin customisation, snippets, login tools and content workflows.
    66 
    67 = Use WP Extended to: =
    68 
    69 * Duplicate and reorganise content faster
    70 * Export users and posts in multiple formats
    71 * Improve admin usability for clients and teams
    72 * Customise the login experience
    73 * Add lightweight security enhancements
    74 * Manage media and SVG uploads more safely
    75 * Reduce reliance on lots of small plugins
    76 
    77 = Who is WP Extended for? =
    78 
    79 * Freelancers building and maintaining client sites
    80 * Agencies managing multiple WordPress installs
    81 * Developers who want useful admin and workflow tools
    82 * Site owners who want more control without unnecessary complexity
    83 
    84 Pro features expand WP Extended even further with advanced admin customisation, admin columns, quick search, media replace, media trash, disable comments, disable auto updates, debug tools, cleaner dashboards and more.
    85 
    86 If you want one plugin that helps manage WordPress more efficiently while reducing plugin sprawl, WP Extended is built for exactly that.
    87 
    88 Documentation: https://wpextended.io/docs/
    89 Changelog: https://wpextended.io/changelog/
    90 Website: https://wpextended.io/
     200**Modular by design**
     201
     202Enable the individual capabilities your site needs instead of activating an entire feature set.
     203
     204**One familiar interface**
     205
     206Keep everyday WordPress tools together instead of remembering which standalone plugin controls which task.
     207
     208**Less plugin sprawl**
     209
     210Reduce reliance on multiple small utility plugins that each solve one narrow requirement.
     211
     212**Useful across multiple sites**
     213
     214Use the same familiar toolkit across different WordPress projects while configuring the modules differently for each one.
     215
     216**Built for everyday WordPress work**
     217
     218WP Extended focuses on practical tasks that site owners, developers, freelancers and agencies repeatedly encounter.
     219
     220= Extend WordPress. Not your plugin list. =
     221
     222Every small WordPress requirement should not automatically mean installing another plugin.
     223
     224Install WP Extended and enable the modules your site actually needs.
     225
     226* [Website](https://wpextended.io/)
     227* [All modules](https://wpextended.io/modules/)
     228* [Documentation](https://wpextended.io/docs/)
     229* [Free vs Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/)
     230* [Changelog](https://wpextended.io/changelog/)
     231* [Support & contact](https://store.wpextended.io/contact/)
    91232
    92233== Installation ==
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    108249
    109250
     251== Frequently Asked Questions ==
     252
     253= What is WP Extended? =
     254
     255WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit that brings a collection of practical admin, content, media, email, login, workflow and developer tools into one plugin.
     256
     257Instead of installing a separate plugin for every small requirement, you can enable the individual WP Extended modules your site needs.
     258
     259= Do I need to enable every module? =
     260
     261No.
     262
     263WP Extended is deliberately modular.
     264
     265Enable the modules that make sense for your site and leave everything else disabled.
     266
     267Different WordPress sites can use completely different combinations of WP Extended modules.
     268
     269= What makes WP Extended different from installing separate plugins? =
     270
     271Many everyday WordPress requirements are relatively small but still result in another standalone plugin being installed.
     272
     273WP Extended brings many of those utilities into one toolkit with a consistent interface and modular controls.
     274
     275This can reduce plugin sprawl and make common functionality easier to manage across your sites.
     276
     277= Which kinds of tools are included? =
     278
     279WP Extended includes tools for common WordPress workflows such as:
     280
     281* Duplicate posts and pages
     282* SMTP email
     283* Code snippets
     284* SVG uploads
     285* User switching
     286* Content ordering
     287* Exports
     288* Maintenance mode
     289* Custom login URLs
     290* WordPress admin controls
     291* Login protection
     292* Media and workflow utilities
     293
     294Module availability and functionality can vary between [Free and Pro](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/). See the [full module list](https://wpextended.io/modules/).
     295
     296= Is WP Extended a replacement for a full security plugin? =
     297
     298No.
     299
     300WP Extended includes practical login, privacy and WordPress-hardening tools, but it is not intended to replace a specialist security platform that provides features such as malware scanning, a firewall or advanced security monitoring.
     301
     302= Is WP Extended suitable for freelancers, agencies and developers? =
     303
     304Yes.
     305
     306WP Extended is particularly useful when the same small WordPress requirements keep appearing across different projects.
     307
     308You can use the same familiar toolkit across multiple sites while enabling a different set of modules according to each project’s needs.
     309
     310= Is WP Extended Free useful without Pro? =
     311
     312Yes.
     313
     314WP Extended Free includes a substantial collection of useful WordPress modules and is designed to stand on its own.
     315
     316Pro expands the toolkit with additional modules and advanced functionality where required. See [what each version includes](https://wpextended.io/free-vs-pro/).
     317
     318= Will every module run on my site automatically? =
     319
     320No.
     321
     322Modules are individually enabled.
     323
     324If you do not need a particular capability, leave that module disabled.
     325
     326= Where can I find documentation? =
     327
     328Documentation for WP Extended and individual modules is available on the [WP Extended website](https://wpextended.io/docs/).
     329
     330= How do I get support? =
     331
     332[Contact the WP Extended team](https://store.wpextended.io/contact/) for support and general enquiries.
     333
     334= Where can I see recent product changes? =
     335
     336The [WP Extended changelog](https://wpextended.io/changelog/) lists recent releases, fixes, new modules and product improvements.
     337
     338
    110339== Screenshots ==
    111340
    112 1. Every module in one interface — enable only what you need.
    113 2. SMTP Email with built-in support for Brevo, SendGrid, Postmark, SparkPost and more.
    114 3. Maintenance Mode with customisable layouts and access controls.
    115 4. Menu Editor — reorder, hide or rename any admin menu item.
    116 5. Admin Columns — organise list tables for posts, pages, media and users.
    117 6. Code Snippets — manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JS snippets from one place.
     3411. Build the toolkit around your site — enable the modules you need and leave the rest off.
     3422. Configure WordPress email through SMTP from inside your existing WP Extended toolkit.
     3433. Put your site into maintenance mode while updates or other work take place behind the scenes.
     3444. Reorder, rename and manage WordPress admin menu items from a familiar interface.
     3455. Customise WordPress list screens and make important information easier to find.
     3466. Manage PHP, HTML, CSS and JavaScript snippets without editing your theme files.
    118347
    119348
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    620849* Initial release.
    621 
    622 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
    623 
    624 = What is WP Extended? =
    625 
    626 WP Extended is a modular WordPress toolkit that combines a wide range of admin, content, media, login, export and security-related utilities into one plugin.
    627 
    628 = What makes WP Extended different from installing separate plugins? =
    629 
    630 Instead of managing many single-purpose plugins, WP Extended lets you enable only the modules you need from one interface. This reduces plugin clutter, simplifies maintenance and gives you a more consistent admin experience.
    631 
    632 = Will WP Extended slow down my website? =
    633 
    634 WP Extended is built as a modular plugin, so you can activate only the features you need. That helps keep your setup lean compared with installing lots of standalone plugins.
    635 
    636 = Which kinds of features are included? =
    637 
    638 WP Extended includes tools for duplicate posts and pages, SMTP email, code snippets, SVG uploads, user switching, post ordering, post type switching, exports, maintenance mode, custom login URLs, admin cleanup, login protection and more.
    639 
    640 = Is WP Extended a replacement for a full security plugin? =
    641 
    642 No. WP Extended includes practical hardening and login-related tools, but it is best used alongside a dedicated security solution if you need full malware scanning, firewall protection or advanced security monitoring.
    643 
    644 = Is WP Extended suitable for agencies and developers? =
    645 
    646 Yes. WP Extended is especially useful for freelancers, agencies and developers who want to standardise site setups, reduce plugin sprawl and speed up common WordPress admin tasks.
    647 
    648 = Does WP Extended support modern WordPress workflows? =
    649 
    650 Yes. Recent versions added a rebuilt interface, better block editor support in key modules, expanded export options, CLI support and continued improvements across many modules.
    651 
    652 = Where can I see the latest updates? =
    653 
    654 You can view the latest changes here: https://wpextended.io/changelog/
Note: See TracChangeset for help on using the changeset viewer.