UsersWP Online Users

Description

The Online Users addon shows in real time which members are connected to the public profile of UsersWP, rendering a widget and a shortcode with the list automatically updated as each visitor navigates through the site pages. It is aimed at those who maintain communities, professional networks, or member directories and want to provide a visible sign of activity within the platform, encouraging interaction among those online at the same time.

Main Features of Online Users

• Active users widget
  Renders in the sidebar the list of members currently connected to the site.
• Positionable shortcode
  Allows inserting the listing on any page, post, or theme content block.
• Automatic session detection
  Identifies connected users based on recent activity recorded by UsersWP.
• Avatars linked to profiles
  Displays the photo of each online member with a direct link to the UsersWP public profile.
• Dynamic updating
  Refreshes the list as new users start or end their session on the site.

Benefits of Online Users

• Immediate social proof
  Shows visitors that the community is alive and active at that moment.
• More interaction among members
  Encourages conversations and connections by revealing who is currently available.
• Prolonged engagement
  Increases time spent by indicating continuous activity within the site.
• Quick setup
  Works without complex adjustments, just place the widget or shortcode.

Who Is Online Users For?

• Those who maintain an online community with UsersWP and wish to signal real-time activity.
• Aimed at those who operate member directories, professional networks, or private clubs that thrive on direct interaction.
• Those who want to increase engagement by showing visitors there is always someone connected to the site.

How to Download Online Users

Online Users is available for download here on Ultrapack. After obtaining the .zip file, go to Plugins, Add New, Upload Plugin, select the file, and activate. With UsersWP already installed, the widget and shortcode will appear in the site customization options right after activation.

Aimed at administrators of platforms based on UsersWP, Online Users transforms the feeling of an empty site into active social proof, showing connected faces in real time. It is a simple feature to implement but has a direct impact on the perception of a living community, especially useful in directories, niche networks, and clubs where member interaction defines the platform’s value.

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