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1.1.2

  • Fix – Custom success message from settings now displays correctly on the frontend
  • Dev – Added hmahf_max_submissions_per_hour filter to allow developers to adjust the global IP-based rate limiting threshold, check FAQ for details.

1.1.1

Compatibility

  • Fixed compatibility with the WordPress 7.0 Real-Time Collaboration feature – the plugin now suppresses the classic per-post metabox in the block editor so it no longer locks the post for collaborators

1.1.0

  • Added deactivation feedback modal – prompts for a reason when deactivating the plugin

1.0.0

  • Initial release
  • Full customization options for all text elements
  • Content type selection (posts, pages, custom post types)
  • AJAX-powered feedback submission
  • Duplicate submission prevention (cookie and IP methods)
  • Mobile responsive design
  • Accessibility features (ARIA labels, keyboard navigation)
  • Added Gutenberg block – insert the “Helpful Feedback Widget” block anywhere in the block editor
  • Added [hmahf_widget] shortcode for manual widget placement in classic content and page builders
  • Added per-post disable toggle – hide the widget on individual posts via the editor sidebar metabox
  • Added WooCommerce product page support – enable the widget on product pages via Content Type settings
  • Added vote change/retraction – visitors can update their vote after submitting via a “Changed your mind?” link
  • Added full analytics dashboard with overview cards (total, positive, negative, ratio)
  • Added Statistics page with sortable columns and post type / date range filters
  • Added Feedback List page with search, type filter, and pagination
  • Added CSV export for statistics data
  • Added GDPR data retention setting – automatically purge entries older than N days
  • Added “Delete All Feedback Data” button with confirmation for full data removal
  • Added IP anonymization in admin feedback display
  • Added server-side rate limiting (max 5 submissions per IP per hour)
  • Option to hide the admin bar stats widget via Settings > Notifications > Admin Bar Stats
  • Updated Tested up to: 6.9
  • Added SVG icon styles – choose from Thumbs, Stars, Hearts, Faces, or Arrows via a visual icon picker in Settings

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Version:
1.1.2
Last Updated
May 20, 2026
Requires
WordPress 5.0
Tested Up To
WordPress 7.0
Requires PHP
7.4

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