Description

The ACF Custom Database Tables addon allows the creation of dedicated database tables for each Advanced Custom Fields field group, mapping field types to indexed SQL columns and replacing the native meta_query with optimized relational queries. With this structure, text searches, combined filters, and complex sorting over thousands of records gain immediate performance, enabling directories, catalogs, and advanced search portals that previously crashed under heavy load.

Main Features of ACF Custom Database Tables

  • Automatic table creation
    Generates tables in the database from field groups, with columns corresponding to each field type.
  • Optimized query indexes
    Applies automatic indexes on search and filter columns, drastically reducing query time.
  • Accelerated text search
    Supports FULLTEXT on text fields and integrates with WP_Query for instant results.
  • Seamless data migration
    Moves existing metadata to new tables without loss, with an integrated syncing tool.
  • Compatibility with all ACF types
    Works with text, number, date, repeater, flexible content, and more, maintaining relational integrity.

Benefits of ACF Custom Database Tables

  • Up to 10x better performance
    Eliminates heavy meta_query joins, reducing memory usage and response time.
  • Instant administrative searches
    Speeds up dashboard listings that rely on filters by custom fields.
  • Scalability without refactoring
    Supports hundreds of thousands of records without degradation, keeping the same structure.
  • Lower server load
    Reduces database operations and complex queries, freeing resources for other tasks.

Who Is ACF Custom Database Tables Recommended For?

  • Developers building directories, search systems, or portals with many custom fields.
  • Agencies and freelancers delivering catalog sites, real estate, or marketplaces with high densi

    • Frequently asked questions

    Is Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables GPL-licensed?

    Yes. Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables 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 Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables on multiple sites?

    Yes. You can install Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables 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 Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables cost at Ultrapack?

    Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables 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 Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables include updates?

    Yes. The current version of Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables is 1.1.5, published at Ultrapack on Jun 1, 2026. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

    Is Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables scanned before publication?

    Yes. Every version of Hookturn | ACF Custom Database Tables goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.