[V1.0] WP Save for Later Plugin

There are not a lot of options out there for users to save, construct and edit their favorite posts, create lists, or save readings for a later time. We solved that with Google AI Studio and Gemini 3.8.

This Piugin fulfills all needs to Save, Edit, and Change Lists, add posts or pages to them, and so much more.

You can download Version 1.0 here: Download.

High-performance, secure, and modern Save For Later & Bookmark system with Custom Lists, Drag & Drop sorting, REST API, and Paid Memberships Pro integration. 100% free & Open Source. Created using Google AI Studio.

== Description ==

WP Save For Later is the modern, completely free bookmark and reading list solution for WordPress websites, blogs, and membership portals (developed by gooloo.de, created using Google AI Studio). There are no artificial restrictions and no paid "Pro/Commerce" tiers – the plugin is 100% free under the Open Source GPLv2 license.

With one click, users can organize posts into freely created personalized lists, sort them via drag & drop, and access them at any time – completely without page reloads.

Developed according to strict WordPress Core & VIP Coding Standards, optimized for PHP 8.0 to 8.4, and seamlessly compatible with all common page builders (Gutenberg, Elementor, Divi, Bricks, Beaver Builder, and Oxygen).

Core Features Overview:

• Unlimited Storage: Users can create an unlimited number of individual lists (e.g., "Recipe Ideas", "Read Later", "Project 2026") and save an unlimited number of posts.
• 100% Zero-Reload UX: Modern Vanilla JavaScript (Fetch API / ES6+) controls all actions via protected WordPress REST API endpoints – no jQuery ballast!
• Optimized Custom DB Architecture: Special tables with dedicated indexes for maximum scalability, even with millions of bookmarks.
• Intelligent Guest Guidance: Shows unlogged-in visitors a discreet, configurable notice with a direct link to login.
• Paid Memberships Pro (PMP) Integration: Restrict the bookmark function exclusively to specific membership levels.
• Complete Frontend Dashboard: Allow your visitors to manage, rename, delete lists and rearrange saved posts via drag & drop using the shortcode [save_for_later_dashboard].
• Flexible Placement: Choose between automatic placement above/below the content, below the title, or manual shortcode integration ([save_for_later]) in the admin dashboard.
• Granular Post-Type Control: Activate or deactivate the function for every registered Custom Post Type (CPT) with one click.
• Modern & Accessible Design: Fully responsive with CSS variables for easy theme styling and ARIA attributes for screen readers.

== Installation ==

1. Upload the plugin folder wp-save-for-later-pro to the /wp-content/plugins/ directory or install the .zip file directly via Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin in the WordPress dashboard.
2. Activate the plugin via the Plugins menu in WordPress.
3. The two optimized database tables (sfl_lists and sfl_items) are automatically created upon activation.
4. Navigate to Save For Later in your WordPress admin bar to configure post types, placement, notice texts, and Paid Memberships Pro permissions.
5. (Optional) Create a page called "My Reading Lists" and insert the shortcode [save_for_later_dashboard].

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Is the plugin compatible with page builders like Elementor, Divi, or Bricks? =
Yes, 100%! WP Save For Later Pro uses secure hook and filter logic with checks for is_main_query(), in_the_loop(), and builder mode detection (e.g., Elementor Editor Mode) to reliably prevent infinite loops or duplicate outputs.

= Can I use the plugin without Paid Memberships Pro? =
Of course. If Paid Memberships Pro is not installed, the function is available by default to all registered and logged-in users.

= Which database tables are created? =
The plugin creates two high-performance tables with UTF-8mb4 collation and indexing:

1. wp_sfl_lists – Stores lists per user.
2. wp_sfl_items – Stores linked post IDs with order (menu_order) and date added.

= Is there a limit to the number of saved posts? =
No. The architecture is designed for unlimited lists and posts. Thanks to its own DB tables, the wp_postmeta or wp_usermeta tables do not get bloated.

= Does the plugin require jQuery? =
No! The frontend uses modern Vanilla JavaScript (ES6+ with native Fetch API). This makes your page load noticeably faster and benefits from optimal Core Web Vitals.

= How can I adapt the look to my theme? =
The plugin uses CSS Custom Properties (variables like --sfl-primary, --sfl-border, --sfl-radius). You can easily overwrite these values in your theme's Custom

== Changelog ==

= 1.0.0 =

• Initial release of WP Save For Later Pro.
• Full compatibility with WordPress 7.1.2+ and PHP 8.0 - 8.4.
• Dedicated table architecture (sfl_lists, sfl_items) with optimized indices.
• REST API endpoints (/sfl/v1/) with nonce and capability checks.
• Admin-Ajax fallback for restrictive server environments.
• Vanilla JS frontend engine with accessible ARIA attributes.
• Seamless Paid Memberships Pro (PMP) permission and level checks.
• Shortcodes [save_for_later] and [save_for_later_dashboard].
• Support for all Custom Post Types with flexible placement.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 1.0.0 =
First official version. Production-ready for use in high-performance websites.