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What it is

HivePress is a WordPress plugin for building directory and listing websites, including classifieds, marketplaces, and job boards. It supports custom listing fields, search filters, unlimited categories, custom user profiles, and translation of static text. The WordPress block editor integration lets site owners create layouts without shortcodes. Sites can accept public submissions, use location features, and import or export listings. For monetization, owners can charge for listings, featured placement, or listing claims, with WooCommerce available for payment options. Free extensions add features such as favorites, private messages, location search, and reviews. Mailchimp signup can be added to registration through the MC4WP plugin, and the integrations help page includes guides for Google reCAPTCHA and CleanTalk. Support includes documentation, video tutorials, a community forum, email, and a 24/7 AI Assistant trained on its documentation and common support topics. The free license covers the ListingHive theme and free extensions. Paid licenses are listed at $99 a year and $199 a year. The All Extensions bundle requires WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher.

Spec sheet

Product
HivePress is a free multipurpose WordPress plugin for creating directory and listing websites.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Support
The maker offers documentation, video tutorials, a community forum, email support, and a 24/7 AI Assistant trained on its documentation and common support topics.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Customization
The plugin supports custom listing fields, search filters, unlimited categories, custom user profile fields, and translation of static text.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Editor
HivePress integrates with the WordPress block editor so users can create layouts without shortcodes.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Extensions
The extensions page lists free add-ons for claiming listings, favorites, private messages, location search, and reviews.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Mailchimp integration
HivePress integrates with the MC4WP plugin to add a Mailchimp signup checkbox to user registration.Read 2 Oct 2026 · help.hivepress.io
Monetization
The maker says users can charge for listings, featured placement, and listing claims, and use WooCommerce for payment options.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Payment security
The All Extensions page says payments are secured by Paddle and that prices exclude tax.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Refunds and cancellation
The Bundle License page offers a 30-day money-back guarantee and says subscriptions can be canceled at any time.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Spam protection
The integrations help page lists Google reCAPTCHA and CleanTalk spam protection guides.Read 2 Oct 2026 · help.hivepress.io
Technical requirements
The All Extensions bundle lists WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher as requirements.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Use cases
The maker lists directories, classifieds, marketplaces, and job boards as use cases.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Who it is for
The maker describes the bundle as suited to directory, listing, classified, service, or marketplace websites.Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io

Plans and prices

Free License Free ListingHive theme only · Free extensions only · Community forum support · WP.org repository updates Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Bundle License $99 a year $99 / year All themes and extensions · Future products · Unlimited sites · Ongoing premium support and automatic updates · 30-day money-back guarantee Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io
Multi-site Bundle License $199 a year $199 / year Multi-site license · Access to all extensions, themes, and future products · Ongoing premium support and automatic updates Read 2 Oct 2026 · hivepress.io

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Supports custom fields, filters, and unlimited categories.
  • Layouts can be built with the WordPress block editor.
  • Can charge for listings, featured placement, and claims.
  • Free extensions include favorites and location search.
  • Support includes documentation, email, and a 24/7 AI Assistant.

Limits

  • All Extensions requires WordPress 5.0 or higher.
  • All Extensions requires PHP 7.4 or higher.
  • Bundle License costs $99 a year.
  • Multi-site Bundle License costs $199 a year.

Who it suits

HivePress suits people building directory, listing, classified, service, or marketplace websites on WordPress. It offers tools for public listings, customization, and paid placement.

Verdict

HivePress covers listing creation, customization, submissions, and monetization for WordPress sites. Check the license scope and technical requirements against the site you plan to run.

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