Prevents automatic deletion of incomplete Gravity Forms submissions by extending the expiration time to 99,999 days.

Artur Nalobin

The Problem: 
By default, Gravity Forms automatically deletes incomplete form submissions after 30 days. This can lead to critical data loss, especially for important application processes, extended registrations, or complex multi-page forms.
The Solution: 
This plugin prevents automatic deletion by extending the expiration time to 99,999 days (approximately 274 years), effectively preserving all incomplete submissions indefinitely.
Key Features: 
* Automatic Protection: Works immediately upon activation with no configuration required 
* High Priority: Operates with maximum priority to override other settings 
* Data Preservation: Maintains all incomplete form submissions indefinitely 
* Background Operation: Functions transparently without affecting form performance 
* Reliable: Uses multiple failsafe mechanisms to ensure consistent protection 
* Compatible: Works with all Gravity Forms versions and WordPress installations
How It Works: 
The plugin intercepts Gravity Forms’ expiration mechanism and changes the deletion timeframe from 30 days to 99,999 days. This happens automatically and transparently, requiring no user intervention or configuration.
Installation: 
1. Upload and activate the plugin 
2. Protection begins immediately 
3. Optional: View status under “Settings → GF Never Expire”
<h3>Technical Details</h3>
Architecture: 
* Modern object-oriented design with dependency injection 
* Interface-based services for maximum reliability 
* Exception handling for robust error management 
* Type hints and strict coding standards
WordPress Integration: 
* Uses official WordPress hooks and filters 
* Follows WordPress coding standards 
* Implements proper capability checking 
* Includes internationalization support
Performance: 
* Minimal memory footprint 
* Optimized database operations 
* Smart caching mechanisms 
* No impact on frontend performance
Security: 
* Input sanitization and output escaping 
* Proper capability verification 
* Nonce verification for admin actions 
* Follows WordPress security best practices
Compatibility: 
* WordPress: 6.0+ (tested up to 6.8) 
* Gravity Forms: All modern versions 
* PHP: 7.4+ (recommended: 8.0+) 
* Hosting: All standard hosting environments
<h3>Support</h3>
Documentation: 
All functionality is automatic and requires no configuration. For additional information, visit the plugin settings page under “Settings → GF Never Expire” in your WordPress admin.
Troubleshooting: 
1. Ensure Gravity Forms is installed and activated 
2. Verify the plugin is active in your WordPress admin 
3. Check the status page for any error messages
Common Issues: 
* “Requires Gravity Forms” error: Install and activate Gravity Forms 
* Plugin not working: Ensure both Gravity Forms and this plugin are activated 
* Permission errors: Verify you have administrator access

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