BuddyBoss Platform vs BuddyBoss Theme: What's the difference?

[@themoxiassistant]

Thank you so much for the clarification. Short, informative, and super helpful!

[@BuddybossWP]

😎

[@holdthetruthhostage]

@@BuddybossWP my question is can you limit features based on membership for example only a certain payment plan allows video uploads above 720p, limit group page creations & so on

[@vivapilateshengelo]

Is it possible to use the theme only on the community based pages? I am using divi theme for my website and now I want to create a private community. Should I create a sub domain, would that be a better solution?

[@BuddybossWP]

Hi! Please know that a WordPress site can not have more than 1 theme but you can use multiple themes for pages in WordPress. Check here: www.wpbeginner.com/wp-themes/how-to-use-multiple-themes-for-pages-in-wordpress/ We also suggest getting in touch with WordPress for more information, as they are the most suitable to assist you with regards to this. Thank you.

[@getresultsclub9010]

Thanks for clarifying... For someone who found you looking for a community site structure, without knowing your past, it was a bit confusing the difference between platform (which is free) and the license (which is paid). Looking forward to doing business with you.

[@BuddybossWP]

Awesome! We're happy to have you as a customer.

[@douglascampbell66]

If anyone is considering the Boss Platform, I would like to give my 2 cents. I love it. It is a big improvement but I am finally happy with my website. Great job!

[@BuddybossWP]

Awesome, thanks!!

[@clintonmyiapowell7755]

Is it free? I’m confused the website says it’s 100% free, however there is a pricing link.

[@AsAnonymous]

bought the platform, any tutorials on building a theme without using the buddyboss theme? I installed it, but members list, messages, etc does not show anything at all. Is there default data included in the pro platform? If there is no default data to import, do you at least have documentation on how to get the data into the default wordpress theme?

[@GinaPeraADHDRollerCoaster]

Hi folks, I am so confused by the plugins/platforms/themes. Do you know where I might find some "meta" advice? I have a training site (Kreativ Pro theme) working with memberpress and Courseware. I'd like to keep Courseware (too much hassle to move the training modules, I'd think) and add a BuddyBoss-type discussion forum. I understand this means I might need to install a new theme (which means re-doing the entire site)? All I know is I have some BIG decisions to make and I have unsuccessfully searched for an overview of how these things do or don't work together. thank you.

[@BuddybossWP]

Our product stack is two products - BuddyBoss Platform and BuddyBoss Theme. The platform is the plugin that powers all of the social features, and the theme styles it all to look nice. Our products work very nicely with MemberPress. We haven't put in any effort to support Courseware, so it might not look nice in our theme. It will just look very basic, using the Courseware's default styling. So you will want to consider that. It should function fine with our products but just isn't styled in any special way, as we have done for LearnDash. And yes switching themes means re-doing a lot of the site - your whole layout is determined by the theme. Hope that helps!

[@GinaPeraADHDRollerCoaster]

@@BuddybossWP - Thanks so much. I read that but when talk of a "fork" came up, I got confused. :-) So I can use BuddyBoss Platform with BuddyBoss Theme....or another theme? Not that I don't like your theme (I do) but just wondering about my options. It seems the more integrated the better, though. It appears the LearnDash has exceeded Courseware in functionality. I'll switch.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@GinaPeraADHDRollerCoaster You can use it with our theme, we update both together to make sure everything is styled perfectly. But the platform can be used with any other theme as well, but will not look like our demo. Yes LearnDash is more advanced and popular than Courseware.

[@GinaPeraADHDRollerCoaster]

@@BuddybossWP Thanks so much. It makes sense then, to use both the platform and theme.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@GinaPeraADHDRollerCoaster Yep!

[@RotterStudios]

Can you add this to a current website that is not strictly a social media site? Meaning, I wanted to just add a forum to my current site but I like the look of this.

[@BuddybossWP]

Yes. The BuddyBoss Platform is perfect for selling courses online, online communities, online membership programs, corporate training, non profit organizations and online schools & blended learning.

[@builtbydreamers]

Buddyboss platform is same as buddypress why? the extra are only added! Can user create page?

[@BuddybossWP]

We have improved almost every aspect of BuddyPress and added many new features. Kindly refer to the following link to know more about the difference of our BuddyBoss Platform to BuddyPress: www.buddyboss.com/buddyboss-vs-buddypress/ Admin can create custom pages while using our BuddyBoss Theme/Platform.

[@bradford-vts]

one other thing - might seem silly, but what can i do with the buddyboss theme WITHOUT the buddy platform. So, what happens to my existing website if i change from Astra to buddyboss theme? ( BUT NOT BUDDYBOSS PLATFORM)...

[@BuddybossWP]

The BuddyBoss Theme is specifically designed to work with our BuddyBoss Platform. If you will change your current theme to the BuddyBoss Theme, the looks and styling will change. We can't guarantee anything using our theme with other platforms. We have only tested this with our BuddyBoss Platform.

[@AdreamlyfeByMichelle]

What can I do to get a better video player in the Buddy Boss theme? The blocks that I am using now must be standard to input html from vooplayer but it is awful. I was supposed to launch a week ago and I;ve been really set back with the buddy press theme appearance and quirks. Please point me to a solution. The embed videos do not expand properly on mobile and easy play. They jump when you touch them and disappear on the screen -- it's just bad. Thanks

[@BuddybossWP]

I am not really sure I understand the issue you are describing. Can you send me to a URL with some video content on your site where we can test the issue on mobile? If you don't want to publish it publicly, then please create a support ticket and post the ticket ID in a reply here so we can follow up there. Thanks!

[@jsmith7680]

I had a question: Is the Buddyboss platform required to run the Buddyboss app? I had purchased the website previously and received the theme and pro version. Now that I have the app I'm not sure if I need both of those for the app to work.

[@BuddybossWP]

Hello, The BuddyBoss App uses the WordPress CMS and ecosystem however, you do not need a website to launch your mobile app. All you need is a WordPress installation and the BuddyBoss Platform plugin to build and manage your app. For more clarification, we highly suggest sending us a support ticket, you can also check the details here: www.buddyboss.com/mobile-app/

[@chicannabisweek]

Can I use Brizy page builder with this or does it have a built in page builder?

[@BuddybossWP]

We have not yet fully tested the Brizy page builder with our BuddyBoss Theme, we recommend and support integration with Elementor should you want to build custom pages on our platform. Here is our 3rd party plugin integration list: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/

[@adrianlightfoot7341]

Is this an addon like for instance like Elementor on WordPress or a stand-alone product? Does this affect or slow down the speed of the site?

[@BuddybossWP]

The BuddyBoss Platform is a plugin. We suggest checking out our Server Requirements (www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/getting-started/server-requirements/) and Hosting Recommendations(www.buddyboss.com/hosting-recommendations-for-buddyboss-platform/) before installing the BuddyBoss Platform plugin to your WordPress site. The Hosting Recommendations article will tackle more about the website speed.

[@Firemedic1957]

I am thinking of using BuddyBoss for a Dating Website. Do you have any examples of dating websites that have used BuddyBoss??

[@BuddybossWP]

I don't have an example off hand, but I am sure some customers have done things like this. BuddyBoss could easily be purposed for a dating website. You can use our gender profile field, and advanced member search form, to make it easy for users to find each other. We also have a built in photo area where members can upload photos. And customizable profile fields. I think it would work well for that.

[@joblux]

I noticed the names of files modified in patches or updates are not published, do you think you can make that available for the upcoming ones please ?

[@joblux]

apparently, thats a no.

[@aminebaik7328]

Really clear, thanks great job

[@joblux]

why it shows the same in the trial than ? buddy press has a lot more of ready made stable add ons

[@AnthonyTilahun]

how does this work if I'm happy with the theme I have but yet want the styling the way you guys have made it in your theme? Do you guys work with elementor?

[@BuddybossWP]

You change your theme to BuddyBoss :) Yes, BuddyBoss supports Elementor ;)

[@InsectMindNumb]

@@BuddybossWP i have added buddyboss to my existing site styled and built with elementor, but now i have lost my elementor header, and it seems that the buddyboss platform hinders elementor (it is not compatible at the moment)....it appears to have reverted back to the generic wordpress header and stylings and i cant return to how my old site was :(

[@adeniyidavid1005]

How I wish the theme can come with demo content exactly like the one showing in the video

[@BuddybossWP]

Hi Adeniyi, We understand you would like to set up the theme like that in the video. However, our demo site is huge in size and it wouldn’t be a good idea to import all that. Moreover, There is actually a built-in feature that allows you to add default data or dummy information that you can test and play around like default groups, forums, members, and activity while you work on your site. This video will help you with that: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aKmpn41-atV2j9U. We also have tons of tutorials in our Resources to help you configure the features of the theme and platform: www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/ www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/buddyboss-theme/ www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/components/

[@MajidiOmar]

1. It will be really nice to have more monetizing features like the advance ads integration ( something similar to what peepso have) 2. also creating pools and uploading videos are engaging boosters. ( the video feature can go further, like having a custom page that shows all the popular and last video uploaded on the community) 3. being able to have a referral program on user registration is something quite advance and can make the community go viral especial if it comes with fraud detection base on if the new user is actually engaging during a preset duration to make sure they are not fake or robots) 4. A Social Login option to create accounts with facebook or google... 5. A multilanguage community supports both RTL and LTR base on what language the users choose. ( and this can go advanced with some tagging options, like / suggest or show the groups based on the language that the user talk, X language users can only see the groups with the X language tag that can be selected in the options when a new group is created, this can save a lot of time and provide a great user experience for all kind of multilanguage communities) ( I have more ideas and can continue dreaming, but I will say that these are enough for now 😜 )

[@BuddybossWP]

Thanks for your feedback! We are constantly building new features in the background, based on customer feedback. In coming months you will see some releases with major new features. From your feedback, videos is in the current list of short term projects. We will add support for uploading video files everywhere that you can currently add photos - Profiles, Groups, Forums, Messages. Social Login is also on the todo list, but a bit further down the line, as there are already a few WP plugins that provide this feature. But we do want to add it natively in a more streamlined and integrated way. The other feedback we will consider for the future. We get all kinds of requests and it all takes time to build, so we focus on the ones that we see being requested over and over as the first priorities. Thanks!

[@austinleroux3740]

Much needed video. Thank you!

[@BuddybossWP]

Glad it was helpful!

[@MaddyDucky]

Agree! I was not sure about the difference between platforms and themes. Thank you so much!

[@kumbackquatsta]

so the only difference between free and paid buddypress is the theme/support? will the free platform get ongoing update releases?

[@BuddybossWP]

Paid includes the BuddyBoss Theme, and also includes BuddyBoss Pro which is required for the Zoom feature. www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/integrations/zoom/ The free Platform is the foundation for the whole experience and will always have regular updates. You can see here how frequently it is updated www.buddyboss.com/resources/buddyboss-platform-releases/

[@JannyHBee]

This looks very wonderful. Have you now withdrawn the free version? Can't find anything about that on your website now.

[@BuddybossWP]

Our BuddyBoss Platform is for free. You can download it here: www.buddyboss.com/platform/ For the BuddyBoss Theme, you need to purchase it to be able to use it.

[@JannyHBee]

@@BuddybossWP Oh brilliant :-) Thank you very much!

[@BuddybossWP]

You're welcome! :)

[@token1111]

Quick thought, for users signing up to an online community built on buddyboss, is there an easy way for them to replicate their existing Facebook prfile over?

[@BuddybossWP]

Some of the Facebook social login plugins can sync parts of the Facebook profile in. Not everything, but for sure the profile avatar, possibly mapping of some fields. Try this one en-ca.wordpress.org/plugins/miniorange-login-openid/

[@ladislavmatyinko]

Hi guys - I love your product and considering to buy. 1 question I could not find an answer is - how to connect BuddyBoss to existing wordpress web created with different theme?

[@BuddybossWP]

Hey Ladislav, you just have to deactivate your current theme then, install and activate the BuddyBoss Theme to your existing website.

[@ladislavmatyinko]

@@BuddybossWP Hi - thanks for the fast feedback - I appreciate it! However I have built the website, blog, pages and design with Elementor Hello Theme and changing it will most likely disrupt the visual and dynamic connections already set, therefore I am trying to find the best way to add the online community features without any harm. So either I can add the BuddyBoss Platform to my existing theme and it will work or I can change the Theme to BuddyBoss Theme and my current set up of the site will work. As I am not tech savvy I am afraid to change it without knowing what it will do 🙂

[@BuddybossWP]

We answered you via Facebook chat. Please check your messages. Thank you.

[@ladislavmatyinko]

@@BuddybossWP I realized - thanks and have a great day :-)

[@jeffnewell2725]

Hi I am looking to make a community website that has a user review feature. Basically, it will be for teachers of a certain sport to upload their profiles/qualifications..etc therefore creating a worldwide community. As they have students those students can rate and review a bit like a Tripadvisor format. Can buddy boss achieve this

[@BuddybossWP]

There is currently no built-in for review feature but there are various plugins that you can check in WordPress repository that provides you this feature.

[@BuddybossWP]

We support integration with RatingWidget: Star Review System: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/ratingwidget-star-review-system/ Please note that the plugins we have tested or provide a special integration with are listed here: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/

[@goplaymega5119]

How soon before you can actually embed videos. We are looking to purchase this right away but we have some questions. Is there someone we can speak with about the product, purchasing and installing.

[@BuddybossWP]

"Embedding" videos can be done now, you can embed any video from KZbin, Vimeo etc by just pasting the link. I think you mean uploading videos. That will still be a number of months out. The major feature we are working on currently is a system-wide documents system, something like Dropbox but also supported in activity feeds, messages, forums, etc. Shortly after that we will move to uploading of raw video files.

[@DropJawSmoky]

@@BuddybossWP Is there a way to have all the media uploaded to a distant storage like Google Drive, or Amazon S3 ? Thanks

[@BuddybossWP]

@@DropJawSmoky You need to use an external plugin, like this one - deliciousbrains.com/wp-offload-media/

[@highpriestess2050]

Was this made with only LearnDash in mind or can this also be used with LearnPress? If so, can it be used with the Education (Eduma) theme or should only your theme be used? And are there instructions on how to use the two together, if that is an option?

[@BuddybossWP]

At this time, we support both LearnDash and LifterLMS. We have not made any efforts to support LearnPress so far. You could use any theme with our platform, but all of the social parts will look substantially better in our theme. And we add new features to the platform constantly and always update the theme on the same day with added styles for the new features.

[@jfacts49]

If you want to use Buddyboss platform with Bimber or similar viral social media buddypress theme, do you uninstall buddypress and install buddyboss? Will there be compatibility issues?

[@BuddybossWP]

You could do that, but there will be some compatibility issues in the theme. We have changed many of the templates from BuddyPress to allow for nicer interfaces. For example, Messages inbox is totally different in BuddyBoss. Many instances like that. So you could switch to a BuddyPress theme, but you would need to do some work to modify their templates as well.

[@jfacts49]

BuddyBoss ok I own the Boss theme, 2 quick questions: - does buddyboss platform replace buddypress, meaning buddypress can be uninstalled? - is there a way to use the Bimber theme with buddypress and still incorporate buddyboss platform? These answers to these questions may be obvious but I want to make sure I’m not missing anything.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@jfacts49 Yes, BuddyBoss Platform completely replaces BuddyPress. You will need to uninstall BuddyPress as the two cannot be running at the same time. You could use Bimber theme with BuddyBoss Platform. However if they have done custom layouts in the theme for BuddyPress content, you may get some conflicts as our layouts are different from BuddyPress in many places.

[@jfacts49]

BuddyBoss ok got it. Thanks for the quick response.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@jfacts49 Cool

[@vickimain3241]

This looks exactly what I have been looking for. Regarding hosting, would you recommend a virtual server as opposed to a standard hosting package? I'm assuming a successful member site would quickly outgrow a standard hosting plan? Thank you.

[@BuddybossWP]

Hosting recommendation for BuddyBoss: www.buddyboss.com/hosting-recommendations-for-buddyboss-platform/ Server requirements: www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/getting-started/server-requirements/

[@marvincolon]

@@BuddybossWP can I use SiteGround?

[@thevimel4378]

I think you should allow the admin to inserts ads in activity stream that are seen by every user like what fb does and also the ability to inject ads in ever video uploaded, like what fb does

[@BuddybossWP]

Thanks for the feedback! For now, we do allow you to easily ad any custom post type into the activity stream. So if you pick a plugin that lets you create ad posts, you could check the option so that every time one of those ad posts is published it shows in the activity stream. That option is under BuddyBoss > Settings > Activity

[@winniewu6988]

Is the download the free buddyboss platform plugin button removed ? I try but couldnt find it now.Thank you !!

[@BuddybossWP]

@Winnie Wu, You can try this link www.buddyboss.com/platform/ Just fill-out the pop-up box.

[@gobrad]

Hi, so if I want to build a community site, do I purchase the buddy press theme and then purchase this platform plug-in? I’ve just seen the theme for sake on themeforrest @ €59... it’s called OneCommunity -BuddyBoss Membership Theme.... is this the one ? Thank you for an excellent and well explained video 👍🏽 PS... is it possible to edit with Elementor ?

[@BuddybossWP]

The BuddyBoss Platform is a free plugin that adds functionalities to WordPress to make it easy to create an online community. The BuddyBoss Theme is a paid theme that makes sure that everything looks nice and pretty. www.buddyboss.com/pricing/

[@gobrad]

@@BuddybossWP Hi, many thanks for your prompt response... I see the price is quite high which I would accept given the features, but to pay yearly and never to actually own is certainly way too much!... I’d be basically renting... what happens if I decide not to renew tge following year? Do I lose my work?

[@BuddybossWP]

Your purchase comes with a one year license that grants you free access to product updates and customer support. If you don't wish to renew, your website will still work. But you will not receive future updates and support. www.buddyboss.com/licenses/

[@gobrad]

@@BuddybossWP yes that’s fair.... thanks so much for responding... I can go with that 🙂

[@amitabhsrivastava260]

Quick Question : Does the buddy boss platform come with the theme purchase.

[@BuddybossWP]

Yes, the BuddyBoss Platform is for free. :)

[@TitusRajMFL]

Buddy Boss is among the best, the least amount of errors and bugs. Great to build a Social Network. However some important elements really need more focus. 1) Styling of the profile pages, they still look almost like buddypress core instead of linked in or FB 2) Activity Page is starting to look dated and more thought needs to go into this section too especially with the changes made by FB and Linked In. 3) A Force Profile Completion is missing, this is really essential to force users to add some relevant data before they start using the site, this is crucial in the early days of getting the social network firing. 4) The Events Calendar Pro Integration needs a revamp as modern tribe have moved to Gutenberg and when you activate Gutenberg, the calendar does not play well with the Buddy Boss Platform. There are image , content resizing issues and the map as well.

[@BuddybossWP]

If we get enough requests for the features you have mentioned, we'll consider building it into the product. We will add this to our feature enhancement requests and pass the suggestion to our product team.

[@TitusRajMFL]

@@BuddybossWP Thanks for taking the time to get back to me . The 5th requirement is the ability to share post on other popular social networks, this is still a VERY important feature missing. As for your feature enhancements requests , you can't wait for for the request from 95% of your users as they do not have an active site as yet. FEATURE requests must be taken from customers who HAVE active WORKING sites like mine which most likely account for 5% of your customers. What I am saying is You CAN'T Wait for "Enough Requests", that I believe is the wrong approach as 95% of your customers don't have the need for the improvements as they have not come across the need due to not having enough users or real active customers.

[@BuddybossWP]

@Titus Raj We understand your point. We already pass the suggestion to the product team. For sharing posts on other popular social networks, this is not yet available out of the box. However, we have plugin integration that we can suggest to you which may provide these functionalities. These plugins have been tested and are compatible with the BuddyBoss Platform and Theme. Check links below: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/wordpress-social-login-social-sharing/ www.buddyboss.com/integrations/social-media-share-buttons-social-sharing-icons-2/

[@filmgenius2]

Can I use the buddy boss platform with Divi and Restrict content pro?

[@BuddybossWP]

We do not have an integration with Divi. You may use Restrict Content Pro with the BuddyBoss Platform and Theme. For more integration, you may check www.buddyboss.com/integrations/.

[@rathemoor5712]

Need someones honest opinion. I am looking for a plugin that provides this kind of functionality, but can't make up my mind between this plugin or Peepso. @Buddyboss , I apologize for asking this on your video.

[@BuddybossWP]

No problem. I'll give you some objective reasons to consider BuddyBoss over Peepso. Our customer base is substantially larger, and almost all existing BuddyPress plugins work out of the box with BuddyBoss. Basically our ecosystem is bigger and growing faster. We also have an optional integrated mobile app solution, meaning you can grow with BuddyBoss over time. And we have 24/7 support for paid customers. Beyond that in terms of features and updates, please go ahead and ask others for their opinions :)

[@rathemoor5712]

@@BuddybossWP Again, y'all are impressing the hell out of me. Thank you for the reply and information. Just judging by your "customer service" here is enough to convince me to go with Buddyboss. Again, thank you for the reply and looking forward to using Buddyboss.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@rathemoor5712 We'll be happy to have you as a customer!

[@sgomez8194]

Awesome video. Is there a difference between choosing the child buddyboss theme vs the regular buddyboss theme?

[@BuddybossWP]

There is no difference, as the child is just a starter child theme, so it does not actually override anything. However I would suggest activating the child theme from the beginning, as you might use it to make modifications later on and then you will need to activate it later. Might as well set it up correctly from the beginning.

[@mariacroa2011]

I was wondering if it's possible to use your platform with a workscout job theme. I will like to use your theme with the community but also use the job functionality. Actually, we have a recruitment web page with the workscout theme but we also want to add your community. Is that possible?

[@BuddybossWP]

You can use the BuddyBoss Platform with any theme. However it will not look like our demos, you will need to do some styling work in your theme. You can download the plugin for free and try it yourself. You could also consider using WordPress multisite, and loading our theme for the community site and the Workscout theme for the job board area.

[@mariacroa2011]

@@BuddybossWP Thank you for your reply. Yes I've been thinking on using a multisite network so I can use both theme and functionality in different sites that work together in one WebPage. But I'm also interested in buying your app for the community. Is there any problem with the app functionality if I have 2 sites working together as a multisite network?

[@BuddybossWP]

@@mariacroa2011 The app is compatible with multisite.

[@mariacroa2011]

@@BuddybossWP Ok. But it will more expensive or the prices are the same for multisites?

[@mariacroa2011]

I´m working on this possibility but I have a doubt. Is possible to use your theme and our workscout theme just using a plug-in to switch themes?

[@SophiePloeg]

Can you use the platform with another theme or should I use bbpress instead? thnks.

[@BuddybossWP]

Yes, you can. The BuddyBoss Platform is meant to be theme independent, meaning any generic WordPress theme can use it. Just make sure the theme you use is built to support nouveau templates as those legacy themes won't support all of our new layouts.

[@SophiePloeg]

@@BuddybossWP ah great thanks. So, assuming my theme supports it, should I opt for platform or bbpress?

[@BuddybossWP]

BuddyBoss Platform is a fork of BuddyPress and is designed to be backward compatible with BuddyPress data and most BuddyPress plugins. You may consider using BuddyBoss Platform.

[@SophiePloeg]

@@BuddybossWP excellent, thanks so much.

[@BuddybossWP]

@Sophie Ploeg You're welcome!

[@FriendzSolution]

Thanks for explaining. 👍

[@shawnbutts2403]

How about mobile? Do you have a mobile app that can be customized? Part of the problem with Buddypress is that it was too Desktop heavy.

[@BuddybossWP]

We have a mobile app as well - appboss.com/

[@TheBronzeSage]

Gush, your voice. Like a final level Boss.

[@Veasnn_M.]

Can I use BuddyBoss in my online store (woocommerce) using WordPress?

[@BuddybossWP]

BuddyBoss does work with WooCommerce, and we style the pages so it fits the site perfectly. Take a look at the following video - kzbin.info/www/bejne/g162iKeNrdVgnNk

[@Veasnn_M.]

@@BuddybossWP How can Buddy Boss works with Learndash, do I need to Install Learndash first or Buddy Boss first?

[@BuddybossWP]

We have created a deep integration with Learndash that can let you use LearnDash and all their features with ease and with an improved experience for your users. There is no rule what plugin you install first. It is up to you. It will still work once everything is configured.

[@Veasnn_M.]

@@BuddybossWP Can it work with other LMS and can it be eddited in elementor?

[@BuddybossWP]

We have integration with LearnDash LMS and LifterLMS. Both of LMS plugin works perfectly with our theme and platform. Please note that the plugins we have tested or provide a special integration with are listed here: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/ Other plugins should work fine but the theme will not have any built-in styling to make them look nice if they have a front end interface. As for editing your courses via Elementor, LearnDash and LifterLMS, both offer integrations with Elementor to help you style your courses the Elementor way.

[@rolllsemail3446]

I have buddyboss marketplace theme, Will it work together fine with the plugin? thanks

[@BuddybossWP]

It will not be compatible. You could switch over but you'll lose out on the custom functions/styling done for the social marketplace and WC Vendors.

[@rolllsemail3446]

@@BuddybossWP yes, thankyou, than I will do my best to obtain the theme.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@rolllsemail3446 Cool

[@JamesJosephFinn]

​@@BuddybossWP This looks awesome! Are you guys still going to focus on developing new features for Social Marketplace / OneSocial Theme, or are you shifting focus to the BuddyBoss platform? Should I look elsewhere for a marketplace theme/platform? I'm asking because when visiting the homepage for BuddyBoss[dot]com, no mention of Social Marketplace is made. Also, when visiting the OneSocial Theme product page, a popup encourages you to check out the new BuddyBoss platform instead. As someone researching wp/woo marketplace solutions, this makes me think that perhaps I should look elsewhere. (P.S. I'm sold on the BuddyBoss platform. This is a game changer.)

[@BuddybossWP]

@@JamesJosephFinn Hey James, thanks for the positive feedback! We are still supporting OneSocial and Marketplace with updates to fix issues, but we are not actively developing new features for them. Our focus is on expanding the BuddyBoss Platform as a complete all-in-one solution for building communities on WordPress.

[@janvierk7312]

You are the Boss, Thank you, this looks amazing

[@academiadeluniverso]

which differences betw platfor and platform pro?

[@BuddybossWP]

Hi there! The BuddyBoss Platform allows members to organize themselves into public, private or hidden social areas with separate activity feeds and member listing, while the BuddyBoss Platform Pro is required for our Zoom Integration. (BuddyBoss Platform Pro is included with your BuddyBoss Theme purchase as well)

[@tonymartinez3562]

when a new user registers they are not receiving the activation email. help!

[@rashmiabbigeri3268]

Setup SMTP

[@2218_life]

Hi, looks like a good fork. Will youzer work with it?

[@BuddybossWP]

Youzer should activate with the latest release. However we have not made any special efforts to support Youzer beyond that.

[@2218_life]

@@BuddybossWP oh, ok. Cool. Thanks for the reply.

[@alisong8049]

Hi, Is Woffice compatible with Buddyboss platform?

[@BuddybossWP]

We have not yet tested this plugin extensively, therefore, we cannot guarantee compatibility support with our BuddyBoss Platform and Theme. Please note that the plugins we have tested or provide a special integration with are listed here: www.buddyboss.com/integrations/.

[@HimanshuSingh-jx4jl]

In buddyboss platform pro with theme 100?free?

[@BuddybossWP]

Paid includes the BuddyBoss Theme, and also includes BuddyBoss Pro. So yes, if you purchase the BuddyBoss Theme, you have BuddyBoss Platform Pro included.

[@agudecar]

Hi, the script is very good, the price is affordable, I'am just concern about the mobile app price, it costs five thousand dollars plus $159 a month?

[@BuddybossWP]

That's correct. The setup fee includes our team configuring everything and getting both apps (iOS, Android) approved and launched into both app stores. This is unlike the theme/platform where you just buy it and set it up yourself.

[@sylvanawindrunner1491]

How can We Connect our BuddyBoss Website into a Firebase?

[@BuddybossWP]

Looking for this tutorial ? :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4u7o3ehobusr5Y

[@sylvanawindrunner1491]

@@BuddybossWP Uhm I mean the BuddyBoss Platform not App hehe My Bad Sorry

[@BuddybossWP]

@Sylvana Windrunner Firebase is a free service that is required to enable Push Notifications in your APP. For Web Push Notification, we are adding support for on-screen notifications, allowing notifications from BuddyBoss Platform to be overlaid within the website as slide-in “glimpse” notifications that appear on screen and can be dismissed. We are aiming for Q1 2021. You may check our roadmap here: www.buddyboss.com/roadmap/

[@sylvanawindrunner1491]

@@BuddybossWP oh then can I ask one more Question Please? How can we Store our Login and Sign up Files in our Firebase Database?

[@BuddybossWP]

Firebase sends the push notifications to the BuddyBoss Platform but the user/file database is still at your web-server/host.

[@gerrydupe]

Will you make a cheaper way to implement our platform and theme be a app without paying thousands. Some of us if not many don’t have that kind of money.

[@BuddybossWP]

It's very complicated to launch two native apps (iOS and Android) and maintain them. It cannot be done at the same price of a theme. It's much more complex and requires many more steps than setting up a website.

[@theory_underground]

Thank you!!!

[@BuddybossWP]

You are most welcome!

[@SuperZombi2010]

Hello! Could the theme be set to Spanish?

[@BuddybossWP]

Absolutely. The theme can be translated into any language. Please see this page and video: www.buddyboss.com/resources/docs/getting-started/translating-buddyboss-platform/

[@chamindudilshan-webdesigner]

How to switch from buddypress to buddyboss without losing data?

[@BuddybossWP]

Hi Chamindu, note that before doing any migration please always make a backup for your live site. To start, you can deactivate all BuddyPress plugin and by simply activating the BuddyBoss Platform all the data from BuddyPress will automatically be implemented in the BuddyBoss Platform. BuddyBoss Platform is a fork of BuddyPress and is designed to be backward compatible with BuddyPress data and most BuddyPress plugins. If you will move to BuddyBoss, you should BuddyPress as this is a full replacement. We have improved almost every aspect of BuddyPress and added many new features Since BuddyBoss Platform is a fork and forge of the BuddyPress plugin and bbPress plugin. Any plugin developed for the BuddyPress and bbPress plugin is supported by the BuddyBoss Platform. You do NOT need to install the BuddyPress plugin or the bbPress plugin separately. BuddyBoss Platform acts as a replacement for both the plugins. You can also check this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/iorCiYWhdrR4bJY. You can just ignore the Boss Theme on the video, but it sums up the migration from BuddyPress to the BuddyBoss platform.

[@t1234-q5z]

Congrats Guys!

[@t1234-q5z]

Our company uses the BuddyBoss Theme. I just downloaded the platform. Going be messing around with it tonight.

[@BuddybossWP]

Thanks!

[@oriaburehopeeromhosele883]

How can I get buddyboss

[@BuddybossWP]

You can download the plugin for free here (www.buddyboss.com/platform). That will provide the functionality. If you want to get our theme which provides the styling you can purchase it here (www.buddyboss.com/pricing/)

[@gerrydupe]

Please implement video uploading????!!!!

[@BuddybossWP]

It is on our agenda for a future release. It will take some time to implement but is a priority.

[@joblux]

Amazing work and theme but support in an ordeal. No community to exchange between users makes it even more diffilcut to troubleshoot.

[@BuddybossWP]

Sorry if you have had any issues with support. We invest a lot into our customer support with agents working 24/7, we care a lot about having fantastic support and most tickets are resolved efficiently, but sometimes there can be misunderstandings as the stuff we are helping with is very technical. We are working in the background on an official community website which will come out in the first part of 2020. This will allow people to help each other for generic questions and only come to support when it requires that we log into your site to investigate specific issues.

[@joblux]

@@BuddybossWP Sadly way too many issue with support for over 3 months, its always another person picking up the emails where another one left it without really leading to some fix. All the bugs we " kindly " report are systematically added to an "enhancement list"" which i found inappropriate, especialy when lots of them are urgent, at least an update but no Nothing - No ETA for features to be added - Besides most of my communications end up in back and forth emailing due to misunderstanding or language issues sometimes for weeks to finally lead no where. I dont think they have proper direct supervision and names of the support agent keep changing- In fact when giving our admin details 2 months ago to a support agent he ended up messing our back end, we dont feel confortable sharing sensitive details like that anymore. The message we are getitng is that you dont want to be reported issues and things or may be you already know them, if thats the case let us know and we will find another way. But dont overuse this" sorry we will get back to you later" all the time - Thats very discouraging and i am far from being the only one feeling this way.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@joblux Sorry to hear you have had these issues. However they are not actually saying "sorry we will get back to you later". They are saying that your issues are being added to the bug list. When I review your tickets I can see the bugs reported are being catalogued in our internal bug tracker. We actually move very aggressively in fixing bugs and adding features. This next release has over 30 issues already merged in to be included. Please keep in mind that every single issue reported needs to be verified, fixed, tested, and reviewed, before we can push it into a release. That process takes some time, and then once we release the patch we come back and tell the customer. Many of the other issues you reported are in fact feature requests, I see a lot of requests for various options to be added etc. Every customer has their own small things they want, and if we did all of these requests it would be impossible, it's almost endless the requests we get. So we catalogue them and the ones that are repeated frequently get prioritized. We have our own roadmap of features that we are working on first, guided by a lot of customer feedback. We will publish our roadmap publicly soon, we're working on a page on buddyboss.com to show that.

[@joblux]

@@BuddybossWP if they were i would not be here.

[@BuddybossWP]

@@joblux I'm not sure what you mean exactly. I have access to review your tickets, and for the ones that report bugs, I can see the bugs added in our system to be worked on. The links to the bugs are in the internal tickets notes.

[@quachtuyenanh5a138]

Thanks you

[@BuddybossWP]

You're welcome! :)

[@DaRKeN58]

Difference between BuddyBoss Platform FREE and BuddyBoss Platform PRO :/

[@BuddybossWP]

Hello, the BuddyBoss Platform Pro has innovative and premium features for the BuddyBoss Platform. This plugin is included with your BuddyBoss Theme purchase and is required for our new Zoom feature. You can check more details here: bit.ly/3uRgjm6

[@GGNEOM]

Olympix theme

[@yolamontalvan9502]

Holly Shoot, this is more powerful than Facebook. I hate Facebook

[@BuddybossWP]

Thank you for the feedback, Yola! :)