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Zipped Docs

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Description

Zipped Docs transforms WordPress into a full-featured documentation platform. Perfect for product documentation, knowledge bases, help centers, and developer docs.

Key Features

  • Custom Post Type — Dedicated zipped_docs_doc post type keeps docs separate from blog posts.
  • Category Taxonomies — Organize docs with hierarchical categories, default category protection, per-doc ordering.
  • Navigation Rail — Fixed-position floating rail with group indicators, hover preview panel, dynamic content-boundary visibility.
  • Chapter Engine — H1-based chapter management with smooth transitions, URL hash sync, independent scroll tracking.
  • Hierarchical Table of Contents — Auto-generated from heading tags (H1-H6), collapsible sections, scroll-spy with IntersectionObserver.
  • Client-Side Search — Instant on-page search with keyboard-navigable suggestions, in-content highlighting, TOC filtering, REST API fallback.
  • Precomputed Doc Graph — Zero-latency page loads via cached data structures rebuilt on save. Single-query builder.
  • Reading Progress Bar — Optional per-chapter progress indicator at the top of each doc.
  • Breadcrumbs — Automatic breadcrumb navigation shows category > doc path.
  • Prev / Next Navigation — Sequential doc navigation through the category tree.
  • Related Articles — Auto-suggested related docs from the same category.
  • Fully Customizable — Theme color, typography, sidebar width, TOC depth, TOC colors, all adjustable from 8-tab Settings panel.
  • Shortcode — Simple [zippeddocs product="category-slug"] embeds documentation anywhere.
  • Gutenberg Compatible — Full block editor support for rich doc content.
  • REST API — Public search endpoint for headless or AJAX integration.
  • Custom Capabilities — Fine-grained roles: zipped_docs_editor role, read/create/edit/delete/manage permissions.
  • Uninstall Cleanup — Full data removal on deletion, with settings toggle and ZIPPED_DOCS_PRESERVE_DATA constant support.
  • Deactivation Flow — Branded modal with Keep Data / Remove All Data options.
  • Modular Admin JS — Custom modal system (ZippedDocsPopup), delete confirmations, keyboard-navigable dialogs.
  • Security Hardened — Stored XSS prevention, nonce sanitization, POST filtering, output escaping throughout.

Shortcode Examples

[zippeddocs product="category-slug"]
[zippeddocs product="express" doc_id="123"]
[zippeddocs product="storfox" toc_depth="4"]

Privacy

This plugin does not collect or transmit any personal data. All data stays on your server.

Installation

  1. Upload the zipped-docs folder to /wp-content/plugins/ or install via WordPress plugin admin.
  2. Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen.
  3. Go to Zipped Docs Settings to configure appearance.
  4. Use [zippeddocs product="category-slug"] shortcode on any page/post to display documentation.
  5. Create docs under Zipped Docs Add New, assign product tags.

FAQ

Can I use multiple products?

Yes. Create product terms under Zipped Docs Products, then tag each doc with the appropriate product.

Does this work with caching plugins?

Yes. The precomputed doc graph avoids dynamic queries, making it compatible with most caching solutions.

Can I customize colors?

Yes. All visual settings are available under Zipped Docs Settings, including theme color, TOC colors, typography, and highlight colors.

Is it translation-ready?

Yes. All frontend strings use WordPress i18n functions and the zipped-docs text domain.

Reviews

Excellent Documentation Plugin

August 19, 2026
Zipped Docs is a powerful and well-designed WordPress documentation solution. It provides everything needed to create professional product documentation, knowledge bases, help centers, and developer docs. The navigation system, automatic Table of Contents, chapter management, instant search, breadcrumbs, related articles, and Prev/Next navigation make the documentation experience smooth and user-friendly. I especially appreciate the customization options and the clean integration with Gutenberg. The performance-focused architecture, security features, REST API, and flexible settings make it a great choice for both simple and advanced documentation websites. Overall, Zipped Docs is feature-rich, modern, and thoughtfully developed. Highly recommended for anyone looking to build a professional documentation system in WordPress!
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Contributors & Developers

“Zipped Docs” is open source software. The following people have contributed to this plugin.

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Changelog

3.0.1

  • Security: Server-side re-validation of import decisions and document data — tampered decision payloads can no longer bypass validation or inject data
  • Security: Media import URLs restricted to http/https schemes
  • Security: Imported doc status whitelisted against valid statuses on create/update
  • Fix: Replace/update now verifies the referenced post exists and is a Zipped Docs doc before modifying it
  • Security: Inline admin <style>/<script> blocks moved into enqueued assets; settings input now unslashed before sanitization
  • Fix: Typo in plugin URI pointing to repository, delete action restricted to zipped_docs_doc posts
  • Dev: Version bumped to 3.0.1

3.0.0

  • Major: Released as “Zipped Docs” — plugin slug zipped-docs, text domain zipped-docs, prefix zipped_docs_, and ZIPPED_DOCS_* constants
  • New: Doc URLs use the ?zipped_docs= query parameter for doc navigation
  • Security: Hardened import/export — real check_ajax_referer() in upload/preview handlers, per-field validation of import decisions, intval/filter_var sanitization
  • Dev: Version bumped to 3.0.0

2.2.0

  • New: Navigation Rail — ChatGPT-style floating rail with dot indicators, hover preview panel, smooth slide transitions, dynamic content-boundary detection
  • New: Activation redirect — auto-redirect to Zipped Docs Dashboard after plugin activation
  • New: Deactivation flow — branded modal with Keep Data / Remove All Data options, AJAX preference storage
  • New: Custom capabilities system — zipped_docs_editor role, fine-grained doc/settings/category permissions
  • New: Admin modal system — ZippedDocsPopup replaces native confirm() across admin with branded dialogs
  • Enhancement: Security hardening — stored XSS fix in search suggestions, nonce sanitization with sanitize_key(), POST filtering via array_intersect_key()
  • Enhancement: Performance — N+1 query elimination in graph builder (single WP_Query), dashboard pagination (20/page), wp_count_posts() for stats
  • Enhancement: Dead code removal — unused get_default() method, empty doc_index field, orphaned transient cleanup
  • Fix: Memory leaks — keydown listener no longer accumulates, ChapterEngine callbacks reset on init
  • Dev: Version bumped to 2.2.0

2.1.0

  • Major: Full CSS namespace isolation — no conflicts with themes or page builders
  • Major: Premium mobile TOC with floating sticky card, overlay panel, backdrop blur, body scroll lock
  • Major: JavaScript isolation — all DOM operations scoped to plugin wrapper
  • New: Google Font integration — inherit theme font or load any Google Font
  • Enhancement: Refined mobile typography — optimized heading sizes for small screens
  • Enhancement: Active heading auto-scrolls into view in mobile TOC panel
  • Tweak: Admin bar offset now uses scoped class instead of global .admin-bar

2.0.0

  • Major: SaaS-grade upgrade with hierarchical TOC, collapsible sections, scroll-spy
  • Major: Precomputed doc graph for instant page loads
  • Major: Client-side search with content highlighting
  • Major: Multi-product support
  • Major: Reading progress bar, breadcrumbs, prev/next navigation, related articles
  • Enhancement: Mobile-responsive sidebar with drawer behavior
  • Enhancement: Tabbed settings panel with color pickers
  • Enhancement: Admin dashboard with stats and filters
  • Enhancement: Gutenberg editor meta box for doc settings
  • Security: Nonce protection on all admin actions
  • Security: Input sanitization and output escaping throughout

1.0.0

  • Initial release

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