We’re excited to announce the release of Hydra Booking v1.1.16, a focused update aimed at giving WordPress site owners more control, better reliability, and a faster user experience. This version introduces a highly requested Import/Export feature (available in the Pro version), a fix for frontend dashboard notifications, and refined code for better plugin performance.
If you’re using Hydra Booking to manage appointments, meetings, or events, this release brings you one step closer to a smarter and more scalable booking workflow.
New in v1.1.16: Import and Export Booking Data (Pro Feature)
Managing booking configurations across websites or staging environments can be a time-consuming task. That’s why Hydra Booking Pro now includes a powerful Import/Export tool—designed to help you move settings and booking data with confidence.
Key benefits of this feature:
- ✅ Export plugin settings, booking rules, and availability data
- ✅ Quickly migrate between staging and live environments
- ✅ Easily duplicate booking setups across multiple sites
- ✅ Use as a backup tool before major updates or redesigns
Whether you’re a solo site owner or part of an agency managing client sites, this feature will streamline your workflow and reduce setup time.
🔐 Note: All imports are securely validated to prevent conflicts or data loss.
Fix: Frontend Dashboard Notifications Now Fully Functional
In previous versions, some users experienced issues with frontend dashboard notifications not appearing correctly. With v1.1.16, this issue has been resolved to ensure that:
- Hosts and admins see real-time updates about bookings and cancellations
- System alerts and confirmations display clearly on the frontend
- The overall user experience is more responsive and reliable
For any booking system, communication is key. This fix helps ensure your users receive the timely feedback they expect.
Improved: Optimized Code and CSS for Better Performance
This release also includes under-the-hood improvements to speed up Hydra Booking on both frontend and backend interfaces. Our development team has:
- ✅ Refined CSS files to reduce loading time and page weight
- ✅ Optimized backend code to ensure smoother operation
- ✅ Improved layout and design consistency for a cleaner dashboard experience
If you’re running Hydra Booking on a high-traffic website or shared hosting environment, these enhancements will make a noticeable difference in speed and stability.
Why You Should Update to Hydra Booking v1.1.16
If you want a faster, more reliable, and scalable booking system for WordPress, this version is a must-have. Here’s what you gain:
- 🔁 Import/Export capability to easily manage and migrate booking settings (Pro)
- ✅ Fixes to frontend dashboard alerts for better user communication
- ⚡ Improved performance through code and CSS refinements
This update continues Hydra Booking’s commitment to delivering a modern, user-focused booking experience tailored for real business needs.
Ready to Upgrade?
Make sure your plugin is up to date and take advantage of these new features and improvements today. If you’re a Pro user, explore the new Import/Export tool to save time and streamline your processes.
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