Description

The Taxonomy Checkbox Filter adds a checkbox filtering widget that crosses categories, tags, and custom taxonomies of WordPress, allowing refinement of post and product listings without reloading the entire page. It works with WooCommerce content types and custom post types, being aimed at those who maintain extensive catalogs (virtual stores, directories, blogs with many terms) and need to deliver direct faceted navigation to the visitor.

Main Features of the Taxonomy Checkbox Filter

  • Multi-taxonomy filtering
    Combines categories, tags, and custom taxonomies into a single checkbox panel.
  • Support for custom post types
    Works with standard posts, WooCommerce products, and any CPT registered in the theme.
  • Update without reloading
    Applies filters via AJAX and updates the results list on the same page.
  • Draggable widget
    Can be positioned in sidebars, footers, or widget areas defined by the active theme.
  • Configuration by taxonomy
    Allows choosing which terms to display, hiding counts, or limiting hierarchical depth.

Benefits of the Taxonomy Checkbox Filter

  • Ready faceted navigation
    The visitor finds what they are looking for by combining several attributes in a few clicks.
  • Less abandonment in large catalogs
    Reduces friction when paginating long listings in stores and directories.
  • No-code implementation
    Dispenses with custom programming of queries for chained filters on the front-end.
  • Contextual refinement
    The user sees the available options in each taxonomy as they refine the search.

For Whom is the Taxonomy Checkbox Filter Indicated?

  • Those who maintain WooCommerce stores with many category, brand, and attribute variations.
  • Directory and listing sites (real estate, vehicles, providers) that depend on faceted search.
  • Blogs and digital magazines with custom taxonomies (authors, themes, series) that want to offer side filters.

How to Download the Taxonomy Checkbox Filter

The Taxonomy Checkbox Filter is available for download here in Ultrapack. After receiving the .zip file, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin in the WordPress panel, select the file, and click activate. After activation, the filter widget is available in Appearance > Widgets to be dragged to the theme areas.

Combining AJAX filters, support for custom taxonomies, and configuration via widget, the Taxonomy Checkbox Filter solves one of the biggest pains of catalogs in WordPress: the lack of native faceted navigation. It is a direct addition for those who need to deliver refined search in WooCommerce stores, listing portals, and blogs with dense editorial structure, without depending on custom development to cross taxonomy terms.

Frequently asked questions

Is Taxonomy Checkbox Filter GPL-licensed?

Yes. Taxonomy Checkbox Filter 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 Taxonomy Checkbox Filter on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install Taxonomy Checkbox Filter 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 Taxonomy Checkbox Filter cost at Ultrapack?

Taxonomy Checkbox Filter 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 Taxonomy Checkbox Filter include updates?

Yes. The current version of Taxonomy Checkbox Filter is 0.0.1, published at Ultrapack on Dec 8, 2018. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is Taxonomy Checkbox Filter scanned before publication?

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