Description

The Liveblog add-on adds support for the amp-live-list component on AMP pages generated by AMPforWP, transforming posts into live coverage that automatically updates in the reader’s browser without reloading. The extension recognizes settings already configured in the Automattic Liveblog plugin and replicates each new entry published by logged-in editors in valid AMP format, maintaining loading speed and compatibility with Google’s cache.

Main Features

  • Support for amp-live-list: renders liveblog entries using the official AMP component, with automatic updates for the reader.
  • Automatic detection: identifies posts already configured in the Automattic Liveblog plugin and replicates the behavior in the AMP version.
  • Plug and play: works after activation, with no complex configuration screens or manual adjustments per post.
  • Responsive layout: displays updates on desktop and mobile within the AMP template, preserving smooth reading.
  • AMP validation: keeps markup within the rules required by Google AMP, without breaking valid page status.

Benefits of Liveblog

  • Real-time coverage: publishes event, match, and broadcast narrations with instant updates for the reader.
  • Fast loading: delivers live content with the lightweight nature of AMP, even on slow mobile connections.
  • Editorial workflow leverage: reuses work already done in the Liveblog plugin, avoiding editorial duplication.
  • Greater engagement: keeps readers on the page during events, reducing the need for manual reloads.

Target Audience

  • News portals and digital newspapers covering live events.
  • Sports sites that narrate matches, plays, and results in real-time.
  • Technology and entertainment blogs that follow keynotes, awards, and releases.

Recommended for editorial teams and publishers already using AMPforWP who need to keep live coverage working on the accelerated page version, without sacrificing AMP validation.

Frequently asked questions

Is AMPforWP Liveblog GPL-licensed?

Yes. AMPforWP Liveblog is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use AMPforWP Liveblog on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install AMPforWP Liveblog on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does AMPforWP Liveblog cost at Ultrapack?

AMPforWP Liveblog costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does AMPforWP Liveblog include updates?

Yes. The current version of AMPforWP Liveblog is 1.0.1, published at Ultrapack on Feb 14, 2023. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is AMPforWP Liveblog scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of AMPforWP Liveblog goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.

What are the requirements for the plugin AMPforWP Liveblog?

Requires WordPress 3.0 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 5.3.