Overview
Managing time-sensitive content is crucial for sites with promotional posts, event announcements, or other temporary content. The “Post Expiry Manager” module in UltimaKit automates this process by automatically setting posts to “Draft” when they reach their specified expiration date. This ensures outdated posts are hidden from public view without manual intervention.
Why Use Post Expiry Manager?
This module is especially useful for:
- Content Control: Ensure expired or irrelevant content is no longer visible to users.
- Event Management: Keep your site updated by hiding event pages or announcements automatically after they’re no longer relevant.
- SEO Optimization: Avoid outdated content impacting SEO by automatically managing expired posts.
Key Features of the Post Expiry Manager Module
- Automatic Post Expiration: Set specific expiration dates for posts to be automatically changed to “Draft.”
- Customizable Expiry Date Settings: Define expiry dates directly within each post, offering flexibility for varied content schedules.
- Post Status Notification: Receive notifications when a post has been changed to “Draft” upon expiration, keeping you informed.
Step-by-Step Guide: Activating and Using the Post Expiry Manager
Follow these steps to get started with Post Expiry Manager:
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Log in to Your WordPress Dashboard
Access your site’s admin panel with an account that has administrative privileges. -
Ensure UltimaKit for WP PRO is Installed and Active
Confirm that UltimaKit is installed and activated on your site. You’ll need it to access the module features. -
Navigate to the WP UltimaKit Menu
In the WordPress admin sidebar, locate and click on the “WP UltimaKit” menu. -
Locate and Activate the Post Expiry Manager Module
Scroll through the available modules, find “Post Expiry Manager,” and toggle it on. -
Set Expiration Dates for Your Posts
Go to the post you want to set an expiration for, and in the post editing screen, find the Expiry Date option. Select your desired date, and save the changes.
Once activated, your posts will automatically switch to “Draft” on the selected date!
FAQs
Q: Can I use this for Pages as well?
A: Currently, the Post Expiry Manager works for posts only. For other content types, alternative expiration plugins or custom settings may be required.
Q: What happens to post comments upon expiry?
A: Once a post changes to “Draft,” it’s no longer accessible to the public, so comments won’t be visible either.
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