SocialEngine Self-Hosted 7.3.0 is now released

SocialEngine has officially launched version 7.3.0 of its PHP-based community platform, introducing an array of powerful new features, significant improvements, and critical bug fixes designed to enhance both user experience and administrative control. This release reflects extensive user feedback and marks a notable milestone in the platform’s evolution.

New Features

SocialEngine Self-Hosted 7.3.0 includes five major new plugins and options:

1. User Profile Lock Plugin: Enhances privacy by allowing users to lock their profiles.

2. GDPR Plugin: Helps site owners stay compliant with General Data Protection Regulation requirements.

3. Web & Mobile Push Notifications: Keeps users informed with real-time browser-based alerts.

4. Generative AI Plugin: Adds AI capabilities within mobile apps, allowing for smarter, more dynamic user experiences.

5. Invite User Option in Admin Panel: Admins can now directly invite users from the “Manage Invites” section.

Additionally, the Harmony theme receives a minor but useful update with a new link option in its “Features and Services” widget.

Enhancements

Version 7.3.0 introduces several backend and UI/UX improvements:

1. Removed the “Invisible” network option for cleaner admin management.

2. Renamed “Upgrade” to “Choose Plan” for clarity on the subscription page.

3. Introduced a currency selection tool on the gateway edit pages.

4. Restored descriptions with pluralization in the language manager.

5. Enabled .webp image conversion by default, improving image load times and performance.

Bug Fixes

This release addresses several user-reported bugs:

1. Cryptocurrency payment issues during signup have been fixed.

2. Posting issues with images and non-animated GIFs in mobile apps are resolved.

3. Problems related to subscription-based sign-ups, such as missing payment options when auto-approval is off, are now corrected.

4. UI issues including cut-off pages in the Inspira theme, missing privacy icons in mobile feeds, and photo/video options not appearing with SNS plugins have been resolved.

5. Bugs affecting color pickers in mobile apps and scrolling on sign-up pages are also addressed.

Upgrade Guidance

Clients with access to version 6 can download version 7.3.0 from the client dashboard. Those without access will need to purchase a v6 license. A full changelog is available for a detailed view of all changes.

Before upgrading, users are strongly advised to back up both files and the database. For those unfamiliar with this process, SocialEngine recommends involving a host or professional developer. Users upgrading from pre-v6 versions must follow special upgrade instructions and apply patches outlined in official documentation.

For new installations, a setup tutorial is provided, or users can opt for SocialEngine’s installation service. Cloud clients should open a support ticket to schedule their upgrade.

Bug reports for version 7.3.0 can be submitted through the Bug Tracker.

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