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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Lista Recurring Events.

General​

How many events can I create?​

There's no limit on the number of event posts. The plugin calculates occurrences dynamically, so database size stays manageable.

Does each occurrence create a new post?​

No. Each event is a single post. Occurrences are calculated on-the-fly and cached—no duplicate posts are created.

What happens if I change a recurrence pattern?​

The cache is automatically cleared and new occurrences are calculated based on the new pattern. All future occurrences update instantly.

Can I use this with any custom post type?​

Yes. Configure your post type(s) in the plugin settings. The only requirement is a date field for the anchor date.

Licensing​

What's included in the free version?​

  • Daily recurrence pattern
  • Single occurrence display
  • Basic shortcodes
  • Calendar display

What requires a license?​

  • Weekly, Monthly, Yearly, and Custom patterns
  • Multiple occurrences display
  • Bricks/Elementor query loop integration
  • AJAX filtering
  • Full dynamic tags
  • Field overrides

Can I use one license on multiple sites?​

License terms depend on your purchase. Check your license details at listapage.au.

What happens when my license expires?​

The plugin continues working, but you won't receive updates or support. Pro features remain functional.

Technical​

What PHP version is required?​

PHP 8.1 or higher.

What WordPress version is required?​

WordPress 6.8 or higher.

Does it work with page caching?​

Yes, but cached pages may show stale occurrence data. Consider:

  • Excluding event pages from cache
  • Using shorter cache times
  • Setting up cache purging when events update

Does it work with multisite?​

Yes. Activate the plugin on individual sites or network-activate.

Which field plugins are supported?​

  • Advanced Custom Fields (ACF)
  • ACPT (Advanced Custom Post Types)
  • JetEngine
  • Meta Box
  • Pods
  • Standard WordPress custom fields

Page Builders​

Does it work with Gutenberg?​

Yes, using shortcodes. There are no dedicated Gutenberg blocks yet.

Does it work with Elementor Free?​

Partially. The Events Loop widget works with Elementor Free using Section templates. Some features require Elementor Pro.

Does it work with other page builders?​

Yes, using shortcodes. Deep integration is available for Bricks Builder and Elementor.

Can I use it without a page builder?​

Absolutely. Use shortcodes in any theme.

Functionality​

Can an event have different content for different occurrences?​

Yes, using the Overrides feature. Configure which fields can be overridden, then set specific values for individual dates.

Can I exclude holidays from recurring events?​

Yes, using Exception Dates. Add dates to exclude in the Manage Exclusions modal.

Can I show multiple occurrences per event?​

Yes. Set "Occurrences Per Event" in your query loop settings (requires license).

Can events span multiple days?​

Yes. Configure an end date field and the calendar will display multi-day events correctly.

Can I import recurring events?​

The plugin doesn't include import functionality, but you can:

  • Use WP All Import with custom scripts
  • Create events programmatically via PHP
  • Use the WordPress REST API

Calendar​

Can I customize the calendar appearance?​

Yes, via:

  • Theme presets (Default, Minimal, Dark)
  • Custom colors per-calendar via shortcode attributes
  • Custom colors per-event via the metabox
  • CSS customization

Can I have multiple calendars on one page?​

Yes. Each shortcode creates an independent calendar:

[lre_calendar post_type="workshop"]
[lre_calendar post_type="meeting"]

Does the calendar work on mobile?​

Yes. The calendar is responsive and touch-friendly.

Can visitors add events to their calendars?​

Yes, using the Add to Calendar feature. Supports Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, Outlook, and more.

Data & Privacy​

Where is event data stored?​

All data is stored in your WordPress database:

  • Event content in wp_posts
  • Recurrence settings in wp_postmeta
  • Stored occurrences in {prefix}_lre_occurrences (dedicated table)
  • Activity log in {prefix}_lre_activity_log (dedicated table)
  • Cached calculations in wp_options (transients)

Does the plugin send data externally?​

Only for:

  • License validation (to listapage.au)
  • Plugin updates (to listapage.au)

Event data never leaves your server.

Is the plugin GDPR compliant?​

The plugin itself doesn't collect user data. The Add to Calendar feature sends event data to third-party calendar services when users click to add an event.

Performance​

What are Stored Occurrences?​

Starting in version 1.5.0, the plugin pre-calculates and stores event occurrences in a dedicated database table instead of calculating them on every page load. This makes calendar navigation instant and query loops significantly faster.

Do I need to do anything to enable Stored Occurrences?​

No. When upgrading to 1.5.0, occurrences are generated automatically when events are saved. The plugin falls back to on-demand calculation for events that haven't been re-saved yet.

How are "never ending" events handled?​

Events with no end date have their stored occurrences automatically extended by a weekly background task using Action Scheduler or WP-Cron.

New Features (1.5.0)​

What is Native Events Mode?​

Native Events Mode lets you use the plugin without any custom field plugin (ACF, Meta Box, etc.). It registers a built-in Events post type with all necessary date, time, and location fields. See Native Events Mode.

How does Schema.org output work?​

When enabled, the plugin automatically outputs JSON-LD structured data on single event pages, helping search engines understand your events and potentially showing rich results in Google Search. See Schema.org Structured Data.

Can I mark events as cancelled or postponed?​

Yes. The Event Status feature lets you set events as Scheduled, Cancelled, Postponed, or Rescheduled — either for the whole event or for specific occurrences. See Event Status & Labels.

What is the Countdown feature?​

The Countdown feature shows contextual time labels like "Today at 2:00 pm", "Starting in 45 minutes", or a live ticking countdown. Available as a Bricks element, Elementor widget, dynamic tag, and shortcode. See Countdown & Relative Time.

Migration & Compatibility​

Can I migrate from another events plugin?​

There's no automatic migration, but you can:

  • Map your existing date fields
  • Use exception dates to handle existing patterns
  • Gradually transition events

Does it conflict with other calendar plugins?​

Generally no, but avoid:

  • Running multiple event management plugins simultaneously
  • Plugins that heavily modify the wp_posts table
  • Conflicting FullCalendar implementations

Can I use it alongside WooCommerce?​

Yes. The plugin works independently of WooCommerce. For event ticketing, consider dedicated integrations.