PluginCams Changelog

Dedicated Theme Pro and CamGrid JSON fallbacks

Added theme-aware JSON fallback rendering for Theme Pro and CamGrid so deleted webcam permalinks keep the native visual structure of each theme.

Generic Module redesigned

Redesigned Cam information with cleaner metadata cards, Font Awesome provider metadata icons, improved spacing and a dedicated categories section with compact pills.

Resizable players

Added vertical player resizing on desktop and mobile for the Generic Module, generic JSON fallback pages and Theme Pro webcam singles. Player height is stored locally per provider and device type.

Provider-specific fallback fixes

Improved JSON fallback handling for Chaturbate, Stripchat, CamSoda, BongaCams and SinParty, including provider detection, embeds, affiliate URLs and malformed metadata values.

Improved compatibility and cache busting

Improved Generic Module CSS isolation, independent Font Awesome loading and file timestamp cache busting for module CSS and player resize assets.

New JSON Fallback AutoCleaner

Added a dedicated JSON Fallback AutoCleaner to remove old fallback JSON files independently from database posts.

Provider-based JSON cleanup

JSON fallback files are now stored by provider/site, making it easier to clean only selected providers such as Stripchat.

Improved Stripchat compliance workflow

Added tools to help remove Stripchat fallback JSON files for models that have not appeared again within the configured threshold, such as 30 days or less.

JSON fallback snapshots now update over time

Fallback JSON snapshots are refreshed when webcam posts are updated, allowing the cleaner to detect when a model has not appeared again for the configured number of days.

Improved settings UI

The PluginCams settings interface has been redesigned with cleaner cards, modern toggles, improved provider cards, better buttons, and a more responsive admin header.

Fixed shortcode taxonomy pagination

Fixed an issue where taxonomy grids generated by shortcodes could stay on the first page instead of loading the selected paginated result page.

Improved automatic taxonomy shortcode handling

Pagination now correctly respects the selected page when PluginCams automatically injects shortcode-based taxonomy grids.

New provider: SinParty

Added support for SinParty, including import, affiliate tracking, redirect, embed support and theme compatibility updates.

Small fix for numeric category custom permalinks

A small adjustment was made to improve compatibility when custom category permalinks or filters use numeric values.

→ Impact: helps prevent conflicts in setups where category-related URLs or filters rely on numbers.

BongaCams profile links now open correctly

Fixed outbound BongaCams affiliate profile links so the required models[] brackets are preserved correctly in generated URLs.

→ Impact: profile URLs now open the intended model page instead of redirecting users to the homepage.

Settings layout redesigned

The Settings screen has been slightly redesigned for a cleaner, more modern layout, improving readability and overall admin usability.

→ Impact: same options, better organization and a more polished experience.

Multiple internal functions refactored

Several internal functions were refactored and cleaned up to improve maintainability, structure clarity and long-term scalability of the codebase.

→ Impact: no feature changes expected, but a cleaner foundation for future updates.

Internal code cleanup and modular refactoring

Core files have been reorganized and partially modularized to improve maintainability, structure clarity and long-term scalability of the plugin.

→ Impact: no visual changes, but cleaner architecture for future updates.

CAM4 whitelabel profile URLs not opening correctly

Fixed an issue where CAM4 whitelabel profile links could fail to open properly or cause redirect inconsistencies. Profiles now load directly and reliably.

→ Action required: update PluginCams to 4.6.4 to ensure CAM4 whitelabel links work correctly.

Slow-loading Stripchat HLS streams in Chrome desktop

Fixes slow-loading Stripchat HLS streams in Chrome desktop (after the latest browser update) by starting the main embed muted with autoplay, playsinline and preload enabled. This matches the behaviour of the hover previews and makes streams start instantly again.

→ Compatibility: behaviour remains correct in Safari and Edge.
→ Action required: update PluginCams to 4.6.3 to ensure Stripchat streams load instantly in Chrome.

Fix: Streamate whitelabel external URLs

Minor MU-plugin adjustment to correctly add the /cam slug to Streamate whitelabel external URLs in WP-Script themes.

Fix: compatibility with native RetroTube functions

Small adjustment to the Archive Title Helper to avoid interfering with native RetroTube functions.

Chaturbate: universal track parameter

Appended to all generated URLs, embeds, whitelabels, direct links, and redirects for consistent attribution.

Self-hosted updater

Updater for PluginCams and companion themes (Theme Pro, Dark Theme, Soda Theme, Surveillance Grid).

WP-Script themes: full integration

Complete support for UltimaTube, KolorTube, FamousTube, and KingTube, in addition to RetroTube.

Provider JSON imports

Improved collection/normalization of affiliate/link codes to avoid missing or malformed parameters.

Misc stability & polish

Various minor fixes and refinements.

Affiliate link formatting on non-whitelabel domains

Corrects Chaturbate link formatting when not using a whitelabel.

→ Action required: update PluginCams to 4.5.1 and update your themes so links are generated correctly.
→ Note: If you use a Chaturbate whitelabel, you are not affected.

RetroTube / WP-Script: complete compatibility

Out-of-the-box integration with the most used WordPress tube theme. No theme edits required. Compatible with the official RetroTube homepage grid widget—PluginCams injects your live cams directly inside it.

Global fallback image for broken thumbnails

Automatically replaces missing/dead thumbs in shortcodes and WP-Script theme grids.

Stripchat whitelabel naming

Option to swap the “Stripchat” label for your own whitelabel brand.

Theme Pro modularization (phase 1)

Refactoring towards a more maintainable structure and easier user customization.

Theme Pro – new options

• Set number of posts on the homepage
• SEO text block below the main grid
• General text editor for global theme strings
• Native WordPress feeds support (standard RSS/Atom)

JSON Fallback sitemaps & structure

Minor improvements to sitemap generation and internal organization for smoother updates.

Reliability fixes

• Small fix in JSON Fallback sitemap generation
• More robust handling of broken thumbnails in grids and shortcodes

Global Model Blacklist

Exclude models by slug/ID/username across imports, grids, shortcodes and related blocks.

Inverse Injector (Anti-inject)

Disable automatic shortcode injection where not desired (per template/CPT/condition).

Search Results Injection

Optional injection for search.php without editing theme templates.

Shortcodes Enhancements

• Real viewers badge (views="1")
• Order by viewers (orderby="viewers" + order="DESC")
• Mix by service (mix_services="1")
• Exclude by age (fresh_seconds="600" + fresh_hard="1")
• New flags: pagination, limit, taxonomy filters, etc.

Example: [webcams mix_services="1" orderby="views" order="DESC" views="1" fresh_seconds="600" fresh_hard="1"]

Theme Pro

• Taxonomy filters in index/archives
• Boost by viewers (push most viewed)
• Auto-clean/hide by time (offline/older)
• Same logic applied to “Related Cams”

Small CSS fix for dark mode (badge/overlay contrast & hover states).

Injector Toggle UX

Clearer inverted states (ON = inject, OFF = don’t inject), tooltips and accessibility tweaks.

Shortcode Injection Stability

More reliable behavior with custom loops and complex templates.

Stripchat HLS (Hover & Embed)

Profile thumbs replaced with live chat previews (better visuals; update cron/cleaners if needed).

Cam4 HLS on Hover

Smooth preview playback directly from grid cards.

Duplicate Prevention

Safer imports with improved checks.

Shortcode Style Editor

Customize colors, aspect ratio, columns, gaps and more.

Pro Theme Sidebar Selector

Categories now accumulate correctly.

Themes Updated for HLS

All themes adapted to the new HLS hover/embed workflow.

Custom permalinks & CPT structures

Fixed compatibility issues between custom permalinks and CPT structures.

Amateur.tv embed update

Updated to the new version (old embed froze streams).

XLoveCams API

Fixed small issue in XLoveCams API.

LiveJasmin link & embed generation

Important fix for psid formatting in links and embeds.

Theme updates

All themes updated to include compatibility with the LiveJasmin fix.

Generic module

Stability improvements for random themes.

Mobile design

Small design improvements for mobile layouts.

Update notification

Restored plugin update notification on the WordPress plugins page.

Taxonomies custom permalinks

Couldn't save, fixed.

Improved CRON runner & lock handling

Prevents overlaps/timeouts with smarter locking.

Optimized DB queries

Leaner WP_Query, less cache churn and memory usage.

CPT rewrite & Custom Structure fixes

No more conflicts with default WordPress permalinks.

Stripchat whitelabel embeds repaired

Correct domain and parameter handling.

Auto-cleaner improvements

Deletions now run in smaller batches. Progress counter more reliable.

Fallback JSON enhancements

Richer profile data (titles, descriptions, taxonomies, SEO meta) and full embed/category labels from JSON.

New JSON purger

One-click cleanup for stored profile JSON files.

Settings page polish

General stability fixes and UX tweaks.

Streamate API integration

Supports both whitelabels and affiliates.

FI*FU Featured Images

Thumbnails now load in any WP theme.

JSON fallback system

Deleted cams persist as JSON and render automatically in fallback mode (theme-agnostic).

Data purger

Processes deletions in batches of 20 and shows a visual progress counter.

Embed cards

Better category handling and buttons optimized for random themes.

Shortcodes (extended)

New filtering options released.

Settings UI

Improved design and usability.

Custom Structure fix

No conflicts with default WP permalinks.

Chaturbate whitelabel domain handling

Removed forced “www.”. Use www for root domains; omit for subdomains.

Permalink Custom Structure

Supports any custom field in the structure (e.g. /%webcam_service%/%postname%/%webcam_gender%/).

PHP 7.x minor bug fix

Recommendation: run PHP 8.0+ for best performance/security.

FREE Plugin: Country-based Popup & Site Blocker

Age popup by ISO country, optional full block/redirect, customizable styles, localStorage memory. Works with Cloudflare.

New Theme: Surveillance Grid

Minimal full-screen grid layout built for redirect landers. Also supports embeds if needed.

Soda Theme 1.1

Added page.php for static pages. You can now create legal/info pages easily.

Amateur.tv Cron Fix

Resolved interval issue that was preventing scheduled updates for Amateur.tv models.

LiveJasmin support

Fully compatible with cobrands and whitelabels.

Cam4 support

Embed only works with whitelabel. Redirect mode recommended otherwise.

Per-site embed/redirect toggle

Control embed vs redirect behavior individually per platform.

Settings UI redesign

More compact, faster to navigate and easier to use.

Toggles now trigger import

No need to manually run import when enabling a site.

New taxonomies

Improved filtering options across the plugin and themes.

AutoCleaner improvements

Now supports deletion by hour and by specific site.

Fallback page system

If deleted models are still indexed, a lightweight fallback is shown (no DB query).

Dark Theme 1.5

AJAX Load More fixed. Optional fallback 404 page now toggleable from settings.

Pro Theme 1.3

Dynamic sidebar selectors added. API compatibility improved. Fallback support added.

New Theme: Soda Theme 1.0

Reels-style mobile-first theme for CamSoda. Redirect-based. Works with all APIs, looks best with CamSoda MP4 thumbs.

Amateur.tv support

New API integration added for importing and managing models from Amateur.tv.

XLoveCams support

New integration with XLoveCams API, including custom filters and post metadata.

Improved import logs

Debug logging and cron import messages now more descriptive.

New Feature

Camsoda api integration

New Feature

Themes now support mp4 thumbs

New Feature

New Dark Theme included for free

New Feature

Added Bongacams country mapping on settings

Bug fix

Camsoda cron fixed from 2.5.0

New Feature

Webcams already in the database are updated if they become active again.

New Feature

Genres can be selected when importing

New Feature

Whitelabel support for embeds and links.

New Feature

New Dark Theme included for free.

New Feature

Log console and other improvements in the settings panel.

New Feature

Add runtime options for APIs.

Bug Fix

Fixed issue with Stripchat API connection timing out

New Platform

Added support for BongaCams API integration

New Feature

Implemented multi-platform functionality

Improvement

Complete redesign of admin interface

Changed

Updated minimum PHP requirement to 7.4

Bug Fix

Fixed compatibility issue with WordPress 6.1

Improvement

Optimized database queries for better performance

Initial Features

Chaturbate and Stripchat API integration

Customizable shortcodes for embedding cams

Basic admin interface for configuration