Description

Authors addon adds to WPAdverts a public profile page for each advertiser, listing all ads from the same author in a dedicated template and displaying data such as name, avatar, and configurable contact information. It is aimed at those who run classified directories on WordPress and want to give a unique identity to each advertiser, turning the registration into a consolidated showcase of published items.

Main Features of Authors

  • Author profile page
    Creates a dedicated URL for each advertiser with their data and grouped ads.
  • Ad listing by author
    Automatically displays all classifieds published by the same user in a single template.
  • Advertiser information block
    Shows name, avatar, and contact fields on the individual ad view.
  • Customizable templates
    Allows overriding template files via child theme to adjust layout and markup.
  • Native integration with WPAdverts
    Fits with custom post types and the standard publishing flow of the base plugin.

Benefits of Authors

  • More credibility for the advertiser
    Public profiles with ad history enhance trust for buyers.
  • Cross-navigation between ads
    Visitors find other items from the same seller without needing to redo searches.
  • Identity in the directory
    Each advertiser gains its own presence within the site, enhancing the personal showcase.
  • More time on the site
    Discovery among ads by the same author increases engagement and pages per session.

Who is Authors Recommended For?

  • Those who maintain classified directories in WPAdverts and want to give a dedicated page to each advertiser.
  • Buy-and-sell sites between individuals that need to consolidate all items from one seller in one place.
  • Segmented portals (real estate, vehicles, services) that value the individual reputation of publishers.

How to Download Authors

Authors is available for download here on Ultrapack. After receiving the .zip file, go to Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin in the WordPress dashboard, select the file, and activate the addon. With WPAdverts already installed, author profile pages will be generated automatically for each registered advertiser.

Aimed at those who need to professionalize a classified directory in WPAdverts, Authors adds a layer of identity missing in the standard flow, grouping posts by author and reinforcing each seller’s presence. It is a straightforward component focused on turning registered users into recognizable advertisers within the site, with clear impact on internal navigation and buyer trust.

Frequently asked questions

Is WPAdverts Authors GPL-licensed?

Yes. WPAdverts Authors 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 WPAdverts Authors on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install WPAdverts Authors 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 WPAdverts Authors cost at Ultrapack?

WPAdverts Authors 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 WPAdverts Authors include updates?

Yes. The current version of WPAdverts Authors is 1.5.0, published at Ultrapack on Feb 5, 2025. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is WPAdverts Authors scanned before publication?

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