Directorist Announcement

Directorist Announcement – Premium GPL Add-on for Directorist

Directorist Announcement is the essential add-on for the Directorist Business Directory ecosystem that lets you publish site-wide notices, targeted banner messages, and listing-level updates without code. Available under the 100% GPL license at wpshop.net with lifetime free updates and limited email support, it’s a fast, reliable way to broadcast promos, maintenance notices, onboarding tips, and urgent alerts to the right audience at the right time.

✨ Feature Highlights

• ✔️ Site-wide & contextual notices (homepage, category pages, single listings, dashboards)
• ✔️ Smart targeting by user role, listing category, location, or custom conditions
• ✔️ Multiple announcement types (inline bars, dismissible banners, modal popups, sticky notes)
• ✔️ Schedule & expire announcements with start/end dates and timezone awareness
• ✔️ UTM & link controls for campaign tracking in Google Analytics
• ✔️ No-code styling with presets for colors, positions, icons, and CTA buttons
• ✔️ Lightweight & compatible with Directorist core and modern page builders
• ✔️ GPL freedom: unlimited sites, lifetime updates, and full customization

📌 Detailed Overview

Whether you’re running a local business directory, a classifieds marketplace, or a niche community, Directorist Announcement helps you communicate clearly and convert more users. Create global notices for scheduled maintenance, promote paid plans on category pages, or show listing-specific updates during special events. With role-based visibility and category targeting, your messages stay relevant and unobtrusive.

The add-on is engineered for performance and clean markup. Announcements are render-optimized, accessible, and dismissible where appropriate, ensuring minimal impact on UX and Core Web Vitals. Campaign links support UTM parameters so marketers and founders can measure ROI without extra tooling.

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🛠️ Installation Guide

1. Download the Directorist Announcement ZIP from your wpshop.net account.
2. In WordPress admin, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin.
3. Upload the ZIP, click Install Now, then Activate.
4. Ensure the Directorist core plugin is active.
5. Navigate to Directorist > Announcements to create your first notice.
6. Choose type (bar/banner/modal), set audience targeting, schedule, and style options. Save.

📜 Licensing Information

This product is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL). At wpshop.net you receive:

• ✔️ 100% original GPL files
• ✔️ Lifetime free updates
• ✔️ Limited support via email
• ✔️ Unlimited domain usage and developer-friendly code

❓ FAQs

1) Do I need the Directorist core plugin?

Yes. Directorist Announcement is an add-on and requires the free Directorist core to be installed and active.

2) Can I target announcements to specific listing categories?

Absolutely. You can show notices on selected categories, single listings, dashboards, or globally across the site.

3) Will it work with my page builder?

Yes. The plugin outputs standard, lightweight markup compatible with popular builders and most WordPress themes.

4) Can users dismiss announcements?

Yes. You can enable dismissible banners and set how long they remain hidden after dismissal.

5) How are updates and support handled?

wpshop.net provides lifetime free updates and limited email support for this GPL product.

6) Is there any limit on how many sites I can use it on?

No. Under GPL you can use it on unlimited websites, including client projects.

🚀 Why Choose Directorist Announcement?

Because timely, targeted communication drives engagement and conversions. With Directorist Announcement, you publish the right message in the right place—without custom code, costly renewals, or performance headaches. It’s purpose-built for Directorist, optimized for speed, and backed by GPL freedom, lifetime updates, and practical email support from wpshop.net.

Ready to inform, engage, and convert? Add Directorist Announcement to your stack today and start delivering high-impact messages across your directory with confidence.