LukaCodes

We created LukaCodes Content Expiry Shortcode for cases where we want to publish content for a limited period and let it expire automatically without having to come back and edit the page later.
With the <code>[lcexp]</code> shortcode, we can wrap any temporary content inside a date-based rule. Until the selected date and time, the content is shown normally. Once that time passes, the plugin replaces it with a clear expiry message.
This makes the plugin useful for many everyday WordPress tasks, such as:
<ul>
<li>limited-time offers</li>
<li>temporary announcements</li>
<li>event notices</li>
<li>holiday messages</li>
<li>launch updates</li>
<li>short-term promotional text</li>
</ul>
Instead of removing content manually after a campaign or announcement ends, we can set the expiry date in advance and let the plugin handle it for us.
How we use it
We place the shortcode around the content we want to display temporarily:
<pre><code>[lcexp "30-06-2026 23:59"]This content will stay visible until the selected date and time.[/lcexp]
</code></pre>
Before the selected date and time: 
the content inside the shortcode is displayed normally.
After the selected date and time: 
the content is replaced automatically with the message:
<pre><code>This content is no longer available.
</code></pre>
Accepted date formats
We can use the shortcode with the following formats:
<ul>
<li><code>DD-MM-YYYY HH:MM</code></li>
<li><code>DD-MM-YYYY</code></li>
</ul>
We also support slash-separated dates such as:
<ul>
<li><code>DD/MM/YYYY HH:MM</code></li>
<li><code>DD/MM/YYYY</code></li>
</ul>
Examples
<pre><code>[lcexp "30-06-2026 23:59"]This offer ends tonight.[/lcexp]

[lcexp "25-12-2026"]Holiday message[/lcexp]

[lcexp "18:30 15-08-2026"]Event reminder[/lcexp]
</code></pre>
What we wanted to keep simple
We designed this plugin to stay lightweight and practical. We did not want to add unnecessary setup screens for something that can be handled directly inside the editor with a shortcode.
Features
<ul>
<li>simple shortcode-based usage</li>
<li>automatic content expiry by date and time</li>
<li>works in posts and pages</li>
<li>works in WooCommerce product descriptions and short descriptions</li>
<li>supports nested shortcode content through normal shortcode rendering</li>
<li>uses the WordPress site timezone</li>
<li>lightweight and easy to use</li>
<li>multilingual-ready</li>
</ul>
Premium
We also offer a Premium version at:
https://lukacodes.com/plugins/content-expiry-shortcode/
In the Premium version, we expand the experience with additional tools such as a visual Gutenberg workflow and faster content insertion options.
<h3>Third-Party Service</h3>
This plugin integrates with Freemius for optional telemetry, upgrade handling, and the deactivation feedback form.
Freemius is only connected after the site owner explicitly opts in. If the opt-in is declined, no telemetry is sent.
Service provider: Freemius 
Website: https://freemius.com 
Terms of service: https://freemius.com/terms/ 
Privacy policy: https://freemius.com/privacy/
When a site owner opts in, Freemius may collect basic diagnostic and site data such as the website URL, WordPress version, plugin version, PHP version, language, and activation/deactivation events. If the site owner submits the deactivation form, the selected reason and optional feedback are also sent.

LukaCodes Content Expiry Shortcode

We help you show temporary WordPress content until a chosen date and time with the simple [lcexp] shortcode.

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Event Shortcode allows you to easily place time sensitive content into a post or page, which is automatically removed when it expires. This could be an upcoming event, information or a link to a news item that will not hold its freshness. Place this shortcode in each post up to the date of the event. The content will expire on the date and time you set. After that, the content is replaced by whatever text you specify or it can be left blank. This plugin offers a simple solution for sites where a full on event management system would be overkill.
Features include: 
* Easy installation 
* Simple interface 
* Set it and forget it
<h3>Usage</h3>
[expired date=”7/20/11″ time=”12:00pm” message=”The party is over. Hope you were there!”]On 7/20/11 at 12:00pm (PDT) 
we will have really cool party event.[/expired]
Will show in post untill 7/20 at 12 noon as: 
On 7/20/11 at 12:00pm (PDT) we will have an event.
After 7/20 at 12 noon, it will show: 
The party is over. Hope you were there!
Parameters:
<pre><code>date => the date the content will expire in the format mm/dd/yy or dd/mm/yyyy
time => the time the content will expire. Can be espressed in 12 or 24 hour format.
message => the content that will replace the original content. This can be left blank.
[expired]original content goes here[/expired]
</code></pre>

Event Shortcode

Place time sensitive content into a post or page. When it expires it can be replaced by pre-set content or left blank.

LukaCodes Content Expiry Shortcode vs Event Shortcode