=== Timeline Block - Beautiful Timeline Builder === Contributors: bplugins, abuhayat, taninrahman, freemius, prosanta10 Donate link: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/abuhayat Tags: block, timeline, vertical timeline, horizontal timeline, timeline builder Requires at least: 6.3 Tested up to: 6.9 Stable tag: 1.5.1 Requires PHP: 7.4 License: GPLv2 or later License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.txt Design beautiful timelines with ease! Free customizable themes in horizontal and vertical layouts to showcase stories, events, or projects. == Description == **Design Stunning WordPress Timelines Without Writing a Single Line of Code.** The Timeline Block Plugin is your ultimate solution for creating visually stunning and fully customizable timelines in WordPress. With 2 free unique themes (and 8 more in Premium Version of this plugin), each supporting both horizontal and vertical layouts, this plugin offers unparalleled flexibility to showcase your stories, projects, milestones, or events in a captivating format. Designed with user-friendliness in mind, the Timeline Block Plugin empowers you to effortlessly add, edit, and style your timeline directly in the WordPress editor. Customize colors, fonts, icons, and more to align perfectly with your brand or website design. Whether you're creating a project roadmap, a personal story, or a historical timeline, the plugin adapts to your needs with precision. [**Timeline Block**](https://bplugins.com/products/timeline-block/) | [**Pricing**](https://bplugins.com/products/timeline-block/pricing/) | [**Support**](https://bplugins.com/support/) | [**Demo**]((https://bblockswp.com/demo/timeline-block-all-demos/)) = Key Features = - **Two Free Themes**: Customize the default theme to match your style and preferences. - **Timeline Type**: Easily switch between horizontal and vertical layouts in the default theme. - **Start Index**: Set the starting position (left or right) for both horizontal and vertical timelines. - **Display Item**: Choose how many items to display in the horizontal timeline for a tailored view. - **Insert HTML in timeline title**: Add custom HTML to enhance your timeline titles. = Pro Features = - **Add Shortcode API**: You can access a very powerful shortcode plugin which have some incredible features and you can use anywhere this plugin by using this features. - **Eight Extra Themes**: Access Eight more professionally designed themes, some themes supporting both horizontal and vertical layouts. - **Classic Editor for Descriptions**: Edit timeline descriptions beautifully with the integrated classic editor, providing advanced formatting options. - **Customizable Icons**: Add unique icons to your timeline items and style them to create a polished, professional look. - **Enhanced Customization Options**: Fine-tune every aspect of your timeline for ultimate design control. - **Animation**: Add animation to your timeline items. = How to use = - First, install the *Timeline Block* plugin - Add the *Timeline Block* block from the block category called "Widgets" in the Gutenberg editor. - You can change block settings from the right-side settings sidebar. - Enjoy! * For installation help click on Installation Tab = Feedback = - Did you like this plugin? 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Go to the WordPress Block/Gutenberg Editor 2. Search For **Timeline Block** 3. Click on the **Timeline Block** to add the block = Download & Upload: = 1. Download the **Timeline Block** plugin (*.zip file*) 2. In your admin area, go to the Plugins menu and click on **Add New** 3. Click on **Upload Plugin** and choose the **`timeline-block.zip`** file and click on **Install Now** 4. Activate the plugin and Enjoy! = Manually: = 1. Download and upload the **Timeline Block** plugin to the **`/wp-content/plugins/`** directory 2. Activate the plugin through the Plugins menu in WordPress == Frequently Asked Questions == = Is Timeline Block free? = Yes, Timeline Block is a free Gutenberg block plugin. = Does it work with any WordPress theme? = Yes, it will work with any standard WordPress theme. = Can I change block settings? = Yes, you can change block settings from the Gutenberg block editor's right sidebar. = How many times can I reuse a block? = You can use unlimited times as you want. = Where can I get support? = You can post your questions on the [support forum here](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/timeline-block-block/) = Where do I report security bugs found in this plugin? = Please report security bugs found in the source code of the Timeline Block plugin through the [Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/9e5fb645-ef15-4628-91b6-de61c8ef0e78). The Patchstack team will assist you with verification, CVE assignment, and notify the developers of this plugin. == Screenshots == 1. Timeline Block ShortCodes 2. Add New Timeline Block ShortCode 3. Default Timeline 4. Template 1 5. Template 2 6. Template 3 7. Template 4 8. Template 5 9. Template 6 10. Template 7 11. Template 8 12. Template 9 == Changelog == = 1.5.1 - 18 May 2026 = * Fixed stored XSS security vulnerability in timeline content rendering. * Updated text domain to match plugin slug for proper translation support. * Fixed JavaScript translation loading issues. * Added missing internationalization support for CPT labels and admin strings. * Optimized frontend asset loading and improved performance. * Improved shortcode validation and uninstall cleanup process. * Fixed readme content issues and minor code quality problems. * General security, compatibility, and stability improvements. = 1.5.0 - 11 May 2026 = * Naming issue - The plugin name was too generic or implied false affiliation. Updated the name to comply with guidelines. * Compliance: Removed all trialware/feature-gating logic to ensure full functionality for all users. * Fixed - Fixed the unconditional loading of Freemius SDK to ensure telemetry is opt-in only. * Enhancement: Added explicit "External Services" and "Source Code" documentation in readme.txt. * Fixed - Requires at least" value was using an invalid format (e.g., "6.5+"). Corrected it. * Fixed - Editor block apiVersion was outdated (apiVersion 1). Updated to apiVersion 3. * Fixed - Allowed direct file access - Added `defined( 'ABSPATH' ) || exit;` to PHP files to prevent direct execution. = 1.4.0 - 13 April 2026 = * **Update:** Add animation options and two new theme. * **Fixed:** Responsive issue. = 1.3.7 - 28 February 2026 = * **Update:** Redesigned the dashboard with a modern and improved user interface, replacing the previous outdated layout. = 1.3.6 - 15 February 2026 = * **Fixed: **Removed unnecessary login restriction for shortcode display. = 1.3.5 - 27 January 2026 = * Fixed horizontal timeline issue * Optimize plugin files & increase code readability = 1.3.4 - 24 January 2026 = * Fixed vulnerability issue = 1.3.3 - 18 November 2025 = * fixed issues = 1.3.2 - 13 November 2025 = * updated freemius version and readme.txt = 1.3.1 - 5 November 2025 = * Updated freemius-lite sdk = 1.3.0 - 20 October, 2025 = * Add timeline block shortcode * Modified the plugin. = 1.2.4 - 6 October, 2025 = * Add New Timeline Template = 1.2.3 - 15 September, 2025 = * Add Modern Dashboard & Fixed Issues = 1.2.2 = * Fixed Issues = 1.2.1 - 15 May 2025 = * Fixed text domain issue and seo problem = 1.2.0 - 6 May 2025 = * Fixed text domain issue and seo problem = 1.1.5 - 16 March 2025 = * Fixed Issues. = 1.1.4 - 9 March 2025 = * Fixed Issues and Update Readme. = 1.1.3 - 8 Feb 2025 = * Fixed Issues. = 1.1.2 = * Fixed Issues. = 1.1.1 - 27 Jan 2025 = * Update SDK version. = 1.1.0 - 16 Jan 2025 = * Upload v1.1.0 - upload a premium version with some incredible features. = 1.0.7 - 14 Feb 2024 = * Fix issue = 1.0.6 = * Fix issue = 1.0.5 = * Add text area to write HTML. = 1.0.4 = * Fix Start Index and Visible Items = 1.0.3 = * Fix mobile not showing = 1.0.2 = * Remove jQuery dependency * Remove, Duplicate and Add a timeline from the toolbar * Translate support = 1.0.0 = * Initial Release == Source Code == You can find the source code, report bugs, and contribute to the development of this plugin on our GitHub repository: [**Timeline Block on GitHub**](https://github.com/bPlugins/timeline-block-free) == External Services == This plugin bundles the following third-party JavaScript/PHP libraries. = SVG Icons (Font Awesome, Lucide, etc.) = * **Purpose:** Provides scalable vector icons used for UI elements. * **Note:** This plugin does not load the full Font Awesome or Lucide libraries. Instead, specific icons are included directly as inline SVGs in the source code to keep the plugin lightweight and performant. = Freemius Lite SDK = * **Version:** 2.2.0 * **Source:** [https://bplugins.com/](https://bplugins.com/) * **GitHub:** [https://github.com/bPlugins/freemius-lite-sdk](https://github.com/bPlugins/freemius-lite-sdk) * **License:** GPL-2.0-or-later – [https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html](https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html) * **Purpose:** Provides an opt-in consent form for usage tracking and analytics to help improve the plugin. No data is sent before explicit user consent. * **External Services:** Communicates with `api.bplugins.com` (activation events) and `wp.freemius.com` (opt-in processing) only after user opt-in. See [bPlugins Privacy Policy](https://bplugins.com/privacy-policy) and [Freemius Privacy Policy](https://freemius.com/privacy/). = Timeline = * **Version:** 1.2.0 * **Source:** assets/js/timeline.min.js, assets/css/timeline.min.css * **Author:** Mike Collins * **License:** MIT * **Purpose:** A horizontal / vertical timeline component used for rendering timelines on the frontend. = YouTube = * **Source:** https://www.youtube.com/ * **Purpose:** Used to display documentation and tutorial videos in the admin dashboard. * **Privacy:** Loading or interacting with the video player connects to YouTube servers and is subject to YouTube's privacy policy. == Third-Party Libraries == = Immer = * **Version:** 11.1.8 * **Source:** https://immerjs.github.io/immer/ * **GitHub:** https://github.com/immerjs/immer * **License:** MIT * **Purpose:** Used for managing immutable state in a more convenient way. = bpl-tools = * Source / GitHub: https://github.com/bPlugins/bpl-tools * License: GPL-2.0-or-later – https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html * Purpose: Shared utility library providing admin dashboard components and common Gutenberg editor controls. * External Services: The library may connect to bPlugins, WordPress.org, and Freemius services for product data and checkout functionality. See full details: https://github.com/bPlugins/bpl-tools#external-requests--why-they-are-made