Changelog

We're excited to announce uiXpress 1.2.15, featuring the revolutionary Remote Site Management system that lets you manage multiple WordPress sites from a single uiXpress installation.

Manage Your Entire WordPress Network from One Place

This is a game-changer. uiXpress can now connect to and manage remote WordPress sites directly from your toolbar. Configure your remote sites once with a URL and application password, then switch between them instantly using the elegant site switcher in your admin toolbar.

Here's what Remote Site Management unlocks:

• Instant Site Switching - Toggle between all your WordPress sites without logging in and out

• Full Admin Access - Manage media, plugins, users, menus, database, activity logs, and more across any connected site

• Persistent Selection - Your selected site persists across sessions, so you stay in context

• Smart Menu Filtering - When viewing a remote site, the menu intelligently shows only available uiXpress features

• Seamless Experience - Everything works exactly as if you were logged into that site directly

Whether you're managing client sites, running an agency, or maintaining multiple properties, Remote Site Management transforms uiXpress into a centralized command center for your entire WordPress portfolio. No more juggling browser tabs, remembering passwords, or switching between dashboards. One interface. All your sites. Complete control.

Enterprise-Grade Security

Remote Site Management is built with security as the foundation. We've implemented a unified permission system that automatically handles authentication based on request origin:

• Local requests use nonce validation for CSRF protection

• Remote requests use WordPress application passwords with Basic Auth

• Automatic detection applies the right security method for each request

• Capability-based access controls who can view and use remote sites

Your remote site passwords are protected with capability checks, ensuring they're never exposed to unauthorized users. All REST API endpoints have been updated to support this unified security model while maintaining the highest security standards.

Intelligent Feature Detection

When you switch to a remote site, uiXpress intelligently adapts the interface to show only the features that site has enabled. The Modern Media Page, Modern Plugins Page, Menu Creator, Activity Log, Database Explorer, Role Editor, and other uiXpress apps appear based on what's actually available on that remote site.

The result is a clean, focused interface that shows exactly what you can manage without clutter from unavailable features.

Full Feature Support

Remote Site Management isn't a limited view - it's the complete uiXpress experience across sites:

• Upload media directly to remote sites through the Modern Media Library

• Manage plugins with the Modern Plugins Page

• View activity logs from any connected site

• Explore databases with the Database Explorer

• Edit roles and capabilities with the Role Editor

• Manage users with the Modern Users Page

• Configure settings for each site independently

Everything just works, exactly as you'd expect.

Enhanced Compatibility

We've fixed several compatibility issues in this release:

• Safari Gutenberg - Fixed overlay issue when Gutenberg editor is in full screen mode on Safari

• LatePoint - Resolved scroll conflicts with LatePoint plugin

• Frontend Toolbar - Fixed the "Back to Dashboard" button behavior

• Server Health - Added function existence checks for disk_free_space() and disk_total_space() to prevent errors on restricted hosting environments

Getting Started with Remote Sites

Setting up Remote Site Management is straightforward:

1. Go to Settings > Global Settings

2. Add your remote sites with their URLs and application passwords

3. Configure who can access remote sites (defaults to administrators)

4. Use the site switcher in your toolbar to jump between sites

A helpful first-time explanation dialog guides you through the process when you first switch to a remote site.

Update now to transform how you manage WordPress sites. Remote Site Management is the most significant feature we've added to uiXpress, and it fundamentally changes what's possible for agencies, developers, and anyone managing multiple WordPress installations.

This is uiXpress 2.0 in spirit - a centralized control panel for your entire WordPress ecosystem. Test on a staging site first, then experience the future of WordPress management.

One dashboard. Every site. Total control.

We're releasing uiXpress 1.2.14 with a completely redesigned Magic Dark Mode system, elegant upload progress indicators, and important menu navigation fixes.

Magic Dark Mode Reimagined

Magic Dark Mode has been completely redesigned with a smarter, per-page opt-in system. Instead of a global toggle that affects everything, you now have precise control over which admin pages use dark mode conversion.

Enable Magic Dark Mode on any page through the global search quick actions - just search for "magic dark mode" and toggle it on for the current page. Your preferences are saved per-page, giving you the flexibility to use dark mode conversion only where you need it.

The new system uses CSS-based filters for efficient conversion with zero DOM manipulation overhead. It automatically excludes images, videos, iframes, charts, code blocks, and color pickers to preserve their original appearance. The result is better performance, smoother transitions, and more predictable behavior across different admin pages.

Elegant Upload Progress

Plugin uploads now show a beautiful minimal progress panel instead of a tiny spinner. When you upload a plugin, an elegant dark panel slides up from the bottom center of your screen, displaying the filename and an animated progress bar. It's a small touch that makes the upload experience feel more polished and keeps you informed about what's happening.

Menu Navigation Fixes

We've fixed several important issues with menu navigation that were affecting certain plugins and admin pages:

URL Encoding Fixed - Menu links were being double-encoded, causing issues with query parameters. URLs like WooCommerce analytics pages would show encoded characters (%2F instead of /) and sometimes lose their labels entirely. This is now resolved with proper URL decoding.

Improved Active State Detection - The active menu item highlighting now works more reliably. We've implemented smarter matching logic that checks both your current location and the menu item URLs, with proper precedence rules to ensure the correct item is highlighted.

Better Compatibility - These fixes particularly improve compatibility with WooCommerce, where analytics links would sometimes disappear due to URL encoding mismatches.

Modern Menu Scrollbar

The admin menu now features a refined scrollbar design with a slim 6px width, smooth transitions, and enhanced dark mode support. The scrollbar is always visible when content overflows, making it easier to know when there's more content to scroll through.

Performance Improvements

Behind the scenes, we've optimized how stylesheets are shared across ShadowRoot components. The new useAdoptedStyleSheets composable reduces code duplication and ensures consistent styling with better performance.

Translation Updates

All language translation files have been updated to reflect the latest features and changes.

We're releasing uiXpress 1.2.13 with important compatibility improvements, a streamlined license system, and several bug fixes that improve reliability.

Better WordPress Compatibility

This release focuses on making uiXpress work seamlessly across different WordPress configurations. We've completely refactored how the plugin handles file paths and URLs, ensuring compatibility with WordPress installations that use custom wp-content directory names or non-standard configurations.

All plugin asset URLs now use WordPress's built-in plugins_url() function instead of hardcoded paths. Whether you're running a standard WordPress setup or a custom configuration with renamed directories, uiXpress will now work flawlessly.

Streamlined License System

We've overhauled the license key system for improved security and reliability. License keys and instance IDs are no longer exposed to frontend JavaScript, keeping your activation data more secure. The new system uses an improved validation endpoint that handles existing activations more gracefully, with better error handling and clearer user feedback throughout the license management process.

Bug Fixes

Force Global Theme Fixed - The Force Global Theme setting now works correctly. Previously, if you tried to force light theme while your browser was in dark mode, it wouldn't work properly. The global override now takes precedence as intended.

Activity Logger Plugin Deletion - Fixed a fatal error that occurred when deleting plugins while Activity Logger was tracking changes. The logger now properly handles plugin deletion events without errors.

Real-Time Analytics - Active users data in Analytics now returns fresh, real-time information without any caching delays. Perfect for monitoring current site activity accurately.

Submenu Favorites - Fixed an issue preventing submenu items from being added as favorites in the admin menu.

Fluent Cart Compatibility - Resolved style conflicts with Fluent Cart to ensure both plugins work together smoothly.

Code Quality Improvements

Behind the scenes, we've significantly improved code maintainability by centralizing global properties handling across all 17 app entry files. This reduces code duplication and makes future updates more reliable. We've also updated the Vite configuration for better build compatibility across different environments.

We're excited to release uiXpress 1.2.12, our biggest update yet. This release introduces comprehensive activity logging, a modern comments management interface, and powerful new APIs that make uiXpress infinitely extensible.

Activity Logger & Audit Trail

Know exactly what's happening on your WordPress site with our new Activity Logger. Track every important action across your admin area - from post edits and user changes to plugin updates and login attempts. The system stores detailed before/after comparisons, IP addresses, and timestamps, giving you a complete audit trail for security and compliance.

The modern Vue.js interface makes reviewing activity effortless. Filter by action type, user, date range, or search across all logs. Configure retention policies to automatically clean up old logs, and choose between tracking all actions or just the important ones. All sensitive data like passwords and API keys are automatically redacted for security.

Find it under Tools > Activity Log when enabled in Settings > Security.

Modern Comments Manager

Say goodbye to the outdated WordPress comments interface. Our new Modern Comments Page brings a sleek, responsive comment management experience that matches the rest of uiXpress.

Browse comments in a sidebar list view with powerful search, filtering, and sorting. Edit comment content with a rich text editor, perform bulk actions, and filter by status - all in a interface that feels modern and intuitive. Enable it in Settings > Posts and transform how you manage conversations on your site.

Developer APIs: Build on uiXpress

We're opening up uiXpress with three powerful new APIs that let you extend the interface with your own components:

Sidebar Render API - Inject custom Vue or React components into the admin menu, before or after menu items. Perfect for adding custom navigation, widgets, or promotional content.

Toolbar Render API - Add components to the left or right side of the admin toolbar. Build custom toolbar buttons, status indicators, or quick action menus that integrate seamlessly.

Quick Actions API - Extend the global search with custom quick actions. Let users trigger your plugin's features directly from the search interface.

All three APIs support both Vue.js and React components, include capability-based visibility controls, and follow consistent patterns that make development straightforward. Full documentation is included for each API.

Enhanced Dashboard Cards

Dashboard cards now support React components through veaury integration. Build cards using React while they integrate seamlessly into the Vue-based dashboard. Just specify language: 'react' in your card metadata and you're ready to go.

Shortcuts Management

Edit your admin menu shortcuts directly from the menu itself. Click the edit icon on any shortcut to change its name, URL, or icon. Reorder them with drag-and-drop. All changes save automatically and persist across sessions.

Better Control & Performance

We've added toggles for the Database Explorer and Role Editor in settings, so you only load what you need. Both features are now off by default, improving performance for users who don't need these advanced tools.

Code Editor Improvements

Fixed several issues with the code editor component in settings, including buttons not appearing due to async loading, changes not saving properly, and reactivity problems. The editor now initializes reliably and syncs changes correctly.

Complete Documentation

We've completely overhauled our documentation with comprehensive guides for all features. Everything is now optimized for our upcoming Docus documentation site, with proper navigation, SEO metadata, and organized API documentation. Whether you're a user learning features or a developer building extensions, you'll find clear, thorough documentation.

Other Improvements

• Fixed post status filter on modern posts view

• Enhanced SQL injection protection with whitelist validation

• Improved GDPR compliance by restricting email visibility based on capabilities

• Created centralized Settings class for better performance with caching support

We're rolling out uiXpress 1.2.11 with two powerful new tools that give you deeper control over your WordPress site.

Database Explorer

Explore your WordPress database with a modern, Supabase-inspired interface. Browse all your tables, examine their structure, view data with powerful sorting and search, and even run read-only SQL queries safely. It's the kind of professional database tool you'd expect from premium development platforms, now built right into uiXpress.

Role Editor

Take complete control of WordPress user roles and capabilities. Create custom roles, edit existing ones, and manage capabilities with an intuitive interface that makes complex permission management simple. Everything is secured with comprehensive authentication, validation, and CSRF protection to keep your site safe.

Bug Fixes

We've also resolved compatibility issues with LatePoint and fixed submenu hover mode overlap problems that affected certain plugins.

Update now from your account dashboard or wait for the automatic update to roll out over the coming days.

We're excited to announce the release of uiXpress 1.2.1, our most feature-rich update yet. This release represents months of development focused on giving you powerful new tools to manage your WordPress admin experience.

What's New

A Complete Media Library Overhaul

We've completely redesigned the media library from the ground up. The new interface brings advanced filtering, lightning-fast search, and streamlined bulk operations that make managing large media libraries a breeze. Whether you're working with hundreds or thousands of files, the new media library keeps everything organized and accessible.

Enhanced User Management

Managing users just got significantly easier. The redesigned user interface introduces advanced filtering options and comprehensive bulk actions, making it simple to manage users at any scale. Whether you're running a small site or managing hundreds of users, these new workflows will save you time every single day.

Built-in Analytics System

Understanding your site's performance is now built right into uiXpress. Track page views, analyze visitor behavior, see device breakdowns, and explore geographic data - all without relying on external services. Get the insights you need to make informed decisions about your site, right from your dashboard.

Refined Design System

We've refined the entire design system with improved dark mode support, better spacing consistency, and modern component styling throughout. The result is a more polished, professional interface that's easier on the eyes and more enjoyable to use.

Powerful Global Search

The updated global search delivers more relevant results with improved keyboard navigation and expanded search capabilities. Find what you're looking for faster, whether it's content, settings, or specific admin pages.

Modern Posts & Pages Tables

We've redesigned the posts and pages tables with a new sidebar layout that improves navigation and makes content management more efficient. The new layout gives you better visibility and faster access to the tools you need.

Important Security Improvements

This release also includes significant security enhancements. We've moved user capabilities from DOM output to a secure REST API endpoint, improving both security and performance. Your site is now more secure by default.

Rolling Out Gradually

A note about updates: This release is available now in your account and for new customers, but we've temporarily disabled automatic updates. We're taking a careful approach to ensure everything works perfectly across different environments. Once we've confirmed smooth operation, automatic updates will be re-enabled for everyone.

If you'd like to update now, simply log into your account and download the latest version. As always, we recommend testing on a staging site first.

What's Next

This release sets the foundation for exciting features we have planned for the coming months. We're committed to making uiXpress the most powerful and intuitive WordPress admin customization tool available.

Thank you for your continued support. We can't wait to hear what you think of these new features!

= 1.2.1 =

• Release Date * November 2025 *

• NEW: Modern Media Library - Complete redesign with improved filtering, search, and bulk operations

• NEW: Enhanced User Management - Redesigned user interface with advanced filtering, bulk actions, and improved user management workflows

• NEW: Built-in Analytics System - Comprehensive analytics tracking with page views, visitor insights, device analytics, and geographic data

• NEW: Refined UI Styles - Updated design system with improved dark mode support, better spacing, and modern component styling

• NEW: Updated Global Search - Enhanced search functionality with improved results, better keyboard navigation, and expanded search capabilities

• NEW: Modern Posts Tables with Sidebar Layout - Redesigned posts/pages tables with new sidebar layout for improved navigation and content management

• Fixed force_global_theme setting to use select dropdown instead of toggle

• Fixed submenu_style setting to use select dropdown instead of toggle

• Added select component support to settings system

• Created comprehensive settings test validation documentation

• Security: Moved user capabilities (allcaps) from DOM output to REST API endpoint for improved security

• Added new REST API endpoint /uixpress/v1/user-capabilities to fetch current user capabilities

• Dashboard now fetches user capabilities asynchronously via REST API and caches them in the store

• Fixed analytics tracking for unauthenticated users - removed nonce requirement for public analytics tracking while maintaining security through rate limiting

• Replaced PHP session handling with cookie-based session tracking for better REST API compatibility

• Added client-side session ID support and improved error handling in analytics tracking

• Fixed REST API validation errors for optional parameters (referrer, user_agent, page_title) - now properly handles null/empty values

• Fixed issue with notifications not being removed from site until notification panel is opened

Small update that fixes issue with uiXpress admin layouts and also fixes a compatibility issue with Gravity Forms.

We're excited to announce the latest update to uiXpress! This release focuses on improving the user experience, fixing critical issues, and enhancing plugin compatibility.

🔧 What's New & Fixed

🛠️ Core Improvements

• Enhanced Plugin Manager: Fixed a critical issue preventing plugin updates via ZIP upload in the modern plugin manager

• Notification System: Resolved issues where some notifications weren't displayed until manually opening the notification panel

• Performance Boost: Implemented various optimizations for faster loading and smoother interactions

🎨 UI/UX Enhancements

• Refreshed Component Styles: Updated various UI components for a more polished look

• New Action Links Popout: Added a convenient action links menu to the bottom left user bar for quick access

• Improved Plugin Page: Enhanced styling and layout of the plugin management interface

• Better Admin Notices: Redesigned admin notices for improved readability and user experience

🐛 Bug Fixes

• Plugin Compatibility: Resolved various conflicts between plugins

• WooCommerce Integration: Fixed issues with WooCommerce and menu link functionality

• PHP Warning: Eliminated PHP error warning about missing type parameter

• General Stability: Multiple under-the-hood fixes for improved reliability