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Published: 27 June 2024

Last Updated: 27 June 2024

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We are excited to announce the release of CB Paid Subscriptions 4.7.1, a highly recommended maintenance update featuring 18 improvements, including 6 new features, 12 bug fixes and several important updates to payment gateways.

Key New Features:

• Baskets Admin View Enhancements: Compute statistics for filtered baskets and add a column with total orders for quick access (#9454, #9453).
• Family Plans Improvements: Hide the share subscriptions button unless active and update plan prices without affecting child plans (#9402).
• Plan Options Flexibility: Toggle individual option price display and specify base price for options (#9387, #9386).
• QuickPay Branding Support: Implement branding_id support for QuickPay (#9294).

This release ensures smooth operations and maintains interoperability with payment service providers.

For detailed information, please refer to the full changelog.

Upgrade now to benefit from these enhancements and keep your site running smoothly.

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Published: 12 June 2024

Last Updated: 12 June 2024

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We are excited to announce the release of Community Builder 2.9.2, featuring several new enhancements and important bug fixes designed to improve user experience and functionality.

The major new feature is Bootstrap 5 & FontAwesome 6 compatibility, important for new Joomla 5 sites. And here are the full list of other key features and most important bug fixes included in this release:

6 New Key Features:

1. Forum Topics Display: The Posts tab now outputs topics instead of individual replies (#9424).
2. Enhanced Database Checker: Improved accuracy and stricter collation checks (#9416).
3. Faster User Count: New option for quicker user count in the CB Online module (#9434).
4. Template Loading Toggle: Added parameter to disable template loading in core modules (#9426).
5. Bootstrap 5 & FontAwesome 6 Compatibility: New compatibility modes implemented (#9392).
6. Category Column Toggle: Toggle display for categories in CB Blogs and CB Articles (#9296).

17 Important Bug Fixes:

• Fixed image cropping dependency issue with jQuery UI (#9379).
• Addressed collation issues during table creation (#9337).
• Resolved display issues with CB Select when using default options (#9404).
• Fixed jQuery Validate "accept" method conflict (#9375).
• Ensured permission fields save correctly on Joomla 4 and 5 (#9354).
• Corrected tooltip loading for template elements (#9448).
• and 11 more minor bug fixes.

For a complete list of improvements and fixes, please refer to the full changelog.

To learn more about Bootstrap 5 and FontAwesome 6, read Kyle's blog on Bootstrap 5 and FontAwesome 6, explaining how to activate them, published during their early release in our nightly builds available to supportive paid members (thank you!).

CB 2.9.2 is a highly recommended upgrade, thoroughly tested to run perfectly on the latest Joomla 3.10, 4.4, and 5.1 releases.

Upgrade now to Community Builder 2.9.2 and take advantage of these enhancements!

And please make sure to keep your membership active to also get latest CB Add-Ons releases, such as the awesome new CB AntiSpam 6.0.0 and new CB Packager 7.0.0!

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Category: News

Published: 07 June 2024

Last Updated: 26 July 2024

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Joomla 5.1.1 and 4.4.5 Are Here!

Joomla has released Joomla 5.1.1 and Joomla 4.4.5, bringing numerous enhancements and fixes to improve your website's performance and user experience.

We have gone through the list of 27 improvements and fixes in Joomla 5.5.1 and are highlighting the top 5 ones for you:

Top Improvements in Joomla 5.1.1:

• Proper Support for AVIF/WebP Images: Supports modern image formats, reducing load times and improving image quality #43295.
• Enhanced Empty State Help Links: Improves user assistance by providing contextual help links #43371.
• Backward Compatibility for Bootstrap Modals: Ensures older plugins and modules remain functional #43291.
• CodeMirror 6 JavaScript Highlighting: Enhances code editing capabilities with better JavaScript highlighting #43114.
• Improved Media Manager Thumbnails: Improves stability and user experience with better error handling for media manager thumbnails #43468.
• And 22 Other Improvements and Fixes!

As usual, the latest releases of Community Builder and of all our CB Add-Ons are fully compatible with these new Joomla versions. Please make sure to have the latest CB and CB Add-Ons versions installef for tested compatibility. Renew or upgrade your membership to update your CB Add-Ons if needed.

The Joomla 5.1.1 and 4.4.5 release announcement has a full list of improvements and fixes.

Upgrade now to take advantage of these enhancements and keep your site running smoothly!

Happy updating!

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Published: 30 May 2024

Last Updated: 31 May 2024

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The Essential Role of Privacy in Web Security

In today's digital landscape, protecting user privacy is paramount. As web administrators, we must ensure that our sites are not only secure but also compliant with global privacy laws. This commitment to privacy extends to the tools we use, including CAPTCHA systems, which are crucial in defending against spambots and safeguarding user data.

Why Captchas Matter for Privacy and Security

CAPTCHAs are essential for distinguishing human users from automated bots, thus protecting your site from spam and malicious attacks. However, not all CAPTCHA solutions are created equal. Google's reCAPTCHA, for instance, has raised significant privacy concerns. The French Privacy Commission (CNIL) confirmed that reCAPTCHA collects excessive user data for purposes beyond security, which is non-compliant with many privacy regulations​ such as the GDPR (References [1] (in French), [2], [3] [4], [5] (in German))​. This data collection can include personal information, posing a risk to user privacy.

In response to these concerns, we’ve developed CB Antispam 6.0.0, a robust and privacy-compliant alternative to traditional CAPTCHAs like reCAPTCHA. Our new version not only offers superior protection but also aligns with stringent data privacy laws, ensuring your users' data remains secure and private.

Key Features of CB Antispam 6.0.0

1. Privacy-Focused Captchas: Our solution is designed to be fully compliant with global privacy standards, ensuring minimal data collection and maximum user trust. In addition of enhanced internal modes, such as the Honeypot and Delay methods, CB Antispam 6.0.0 now supports more privacy-conscius providers hCaptcha and Cloudflare Turnstile.
2. Enhanced Bot Detection: With improved algorithms, CB Antispam 6.0.0 effectively identifies and blocks sophisticated spambots, maintaining your site's integrity.
3. User-Friendly Experience: Our CAPTCHA challenges are straightforward for users to solve, reducing friction while maintaining high security.

Why should you upgrade to CB Antispam 6.0.0?

• Enhanced Privacy Compliance: By using CB Antispam, you avoid the privacy pitfalls associated with reCAPTCHA, thereby protecting your users' personal data and adhering to privacy laws.
• Improved Security: Our advanced bot detection mechanisms ensure that your site remains secure from automated threats, preserving your site's performance and user experience.
• Seamless Integration: CB Antispam 6.0.0 integrates effortlessly with your Joomla site, providing a hassle-free solution to enhance your site's security and privacy.

Ready to Upgrade Your Site's Security?

Don't compromise on privacy and security. Upgrade to CB Antispam 6.0.0 today and experience the benefits of a privacy-compliant, robust anti-spam solution.

Get CB Antispam 6.0.0 Now!

Or, for the best value, consider our membership plans that grant access to all CB add-ons, enhancing your Joomla site’s functionality and security.

For a deeper dive into the new features, check out Kyle's blog post on CB Antispam 6.0.0.

Let’s secure your digital future together!

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Published: 07 May 2024

Last Updated: 31 May 2024

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We're excited to introduce the latest milestone in digital file management: CB Package Builder 7.0.0! CB Package Builder is the most powerful and flexible digital product presentation tool and file download solution for Joomla, allowing you to transform your digital files into packages that can be presented to everyone but only be downloaded by authorized users. With support for Joomla ACL and built-in conditions based on user CB field values, CB Package Builder empowers you to control access to your digital content effortlessly.

Now, with the release of version 7.0.0, CB Package Builder is better than ever, packed with exciting new features, enhancements, and optimizations!

Here's what you need to know: 10 New Milestone-setting Features!

🎉 New Page Management: Managing product pages is now easier than ever with the introduction of Pages. Configure custom display features, add banners, backgrounds, and feature blocks to create engaging product pages for your downloads.

😍 Table Template: Prefer a clean table view of your packages? CB Package Builder now offers a table template for a streamlined browsing experience.

🎨 Enhanced Display Options: Take full control of the footer display for every package and preset. Toggle off specific display elements without modifying template files, and customize package pages with new features like banners, backgrounds, and feature blocks.

📦 Powerful File Management: Forget about parsing files exclusively from the filesystem! With CB Package Builder 7.0.0, files indexes are now stored in the database, resulting in exceptional performance improvements. Enjoy a new file management page on both frontend and administration sides, where you can easily upload, delete, and manage files for your packages.

🔍 Efficient Version Retrieval: Versions are now stored in the database, leading to a 2-3x performance increase in all frontend package views. Plus, with stored versions, retroactive downloading is now optionally possible, allowing users to access releases even after their subscription expires.

📱 Mobile-Friendly Design: We've got your mobile users covered, user engagement on the go!

🔒 Internal Improvements: We've made numerous internal improvements to the code base to ensure a more secure and fast experience for all users.

👍 There are Even More Features: Check out Kyle's blog post on CB Package Builder 7.0.0 for screenshots and even more new features and details!

Why is CB Package Manager 7.0.0 so useful for your site?

1. Create Stunning Product or Files Presentations:  Customize package pages with banners, backgrounds, and feature blocks thanks to Flexible Display Options. Enhance user engagement, and drive conversions with visually appealing displays that inspire user interaction and conversion actions.
2. Enjoy a Smooth User Experience: With its efficient file management: CB Package Manager 7.0.0 ensures faster performance and simplifies maintenance tasks by storing file indexes in the database, allowing you to scale seamlessly.
3. Control Precisely Access and Versions: With versions stored in the database, CB Package Manager 7.0.0 provides quick access to content, extends content access control, and enables effortless management of changes, ensuring higher user satisfaction and efficient content management.

Your Digital products presentation and downloads Journey Starts Now!

Download CB Package Builder 7.0.0 Now and Redefine your user experience with your downloadables!

Or take a look at it on our Demo Site running CB Package Builder 7.0.0 now!

Even our own Downloads section uses CB Package Builder!

Let's shape the future of downloading together and a big applause to Kyle for this amazing CB Add-On!