ReBar – Reading Progress Bar for WordPress Website

Description

ReBar displays a fixed reading progress bar at the top (or footer) of WordPress pages, calculating in real time how much of the content the visitor has already scrolled through and filling the bar as scrolling progresses. It is designed for those who run blogs, digital magazines, or long-form content portals and want to give readers a constant visual reference of how much remains before finishing the article.

Key Features of ReBar

• Automatic scroll calculation
  Measures the scroll position relative to the post content and updates the bar continuously.
• Flexible positioning
  Allows the bar to be fixed at the top or bottom of the window, according to the layout preference.
• Customizable colors and height
  Adjusts the fill color, background color, and bar thickness through the panel.
• Display control by post type
  Enables or disables the bar only on posts, pages, or specific custom types.
• Broad theme compatibility
  Works as an overlay layer independent of the active theme, without requiring template edits.

Benefits of ReBar

• More engaging reading
  Readers see their progress and tend to stay until the end of the text.
• Quick installation
  Enables the feature in minutes, without changing theme code or PHP files.
• Preserved visual identity
  Adjustable colors make the bar match the site’s brand palette.
• Lower abandonment rate
  The visual indicator reduces the feeling of a long article and keeps the visitor focused.

Who Is ReBar Recommended For?

• Those who publish long articles on content blogs, tutorials, or opinion columns.
• Digital magazines and news portals that want to increase the average reading time per article.
• Those who run a WordPress site with a loyal reader base and want a subtle visual retention feature.

How to Download ReBar

ReBar is available for download here on Ultrapack. After saving the .zip file, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin in the WordPress dashboard, select the package, and click activate. Color, position, and post type settings are available in a dedicated plugin menu after activation.

Designed for editorial sites, ReBar adds a visual feedback layer for readers without impacting the theme structure or requiring technical knowledge. The combination of quick setup, color customization, and control by content type makes the feature suitable for both personal blogs and publications with a daily volume of articles.

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