Time-Limited Content Access
Show or hide content based on a date/time range using a simple shortcode.
Plugin info
Maintenance & Compatibility
Maintenance score
Stale • Last updated 187 days ago
Is Time-Limited Content Access abandoned?
Likely maintained (last update 187 days ago).
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Description
This plugin allows WordPress site owners to display or hide any content block using a [timecoac_timed_content] shortcode based on date/time conditions. It’s lightweight, no extra settings, and respects WordPress timezone.
It is:
– Lightweight (no settings screen)
– Easy to use
Useful for:
– Limited-time offers
– Event-specific announcements
– Scheduled content visibility
Usage
Example:
[timecoac_timed_content start=”2025-06-01 09:00″ end=”2025-06-15 18:00″]This content is time-limited[/timecoac_timed_content]
Installation
- Upload the plugin files to the
/wp-content/plugins/time-limited-content-accessdirectory, or install through the WordPress plugins screen directly. - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ screen in WordPress.
- Use the
[timecoac_timed_content]shortcode in your posts or pages.
Frequently Asked Questions
Use this format: YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM in 24-hour format.
If the time format is incorrect, the plugin will hide the content as a precaution. Make sure to use the correct format.
Yes, the plugin uses the timezone defined in your WordPress settings under Settings General.
Yes, you can use the shortcode as many times as needed on a single post or page.
Yes. You can insert the shortcode inside Elementor’s Shortcode widget or any text area that supports shortcodes.
Yes. Simply set the end attribute to your target date/time. After that, the content will no longer display.
No, it’s extremely lightweight and does not run any background processes. It only checks the date/time when the page is rendered.
Yes. You can insert the shortcode inside a Shortcode block in the Gutenberg editor without any issues.
Currently, each shortcode supports a single start and end range. You can use multiple shortcodes if you need multiple time ranges on the same page.
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Screenshots

Screenshot 1: Demonstrates the shortcode in action, displaying scheduled content for a limited time.

Screenshot 2: Shows multiple instances of the shortcode used on a single post/page for events, offers, or announcements.

Screenshot 3: Displays the plugin’s tutorial/help section within the WordPress dashboard.
Changelog
1.0
- Initial release.