A note from Joy
This Classic Monks v1.1.5 release is a massive update introducing 79 total changes, including 27 new features, 32 bug fixes, and critical security and performance optimizations. This release focuses heavily on improving your workflow efficiency, hardening site security, and giving you deeper control over your media and custom code.
Tested and fully compatible with WordPress 6.9.1, WooCommerce 10.5.2, and Bricks Builder 2.2.
Joy ChetryFounder & Lead Developer01
All New Drag and Drop Folder Manager
We’ve completely overhauled how you organize your Media and Custom Post Type (CPT) . The legacy media category manager has been transformed into a fully-featured Folder Manager.
- Drag and Drop InterfaceSeamlessly move files and reorganize folders on the fly.
- Shortcode SupportEasily embed specific media folders directly into your pages or posts.
02
Advanced Code Manager
Writing and managing custom code directly within WordPress is now safer and more powerful.
- Advanced Condition BuilderPrecisely control where your scripts execute using panel-based layouts for include/exclude and user-role conditions.
- Built-in Linter & FormattingKeep your code clean and error-free with the new PHP CLI linter for syntax validation, plus auto-formatting support for HTML, CSS, JS, and PHP.
- CodeMirror EnhancementsUpgraded editor settings deliver a premium, IDE-like experience inside WordPress.
03
Hardened Login & Email Security
We’ve significantly bolstered the security modules to keep malicious actors at bay.
- IP-Aware Login LockdownA new two-tier lockout system with proxy-aware IP detection and whitelisting tracks and stops brute-force attempts.
- Comprehensive URL FilteringEnhanced login protection covers all authentication flows to prevent unauthorized access.
- Smart Data ObfuscationNew auto-detect features protect both email addresses and phone numbers from scraping bots.
04
Image Converter & Media Enhancements
Optimizing your media library just got significantly easier with our new dedicated Image Converter UI.
- Cross Type File SupportConvert PNG to WebP or JPEG to AVIF with direct upload replacement.
- Granular Optimization ControlsUtilize pattern-based exclusions (prefix, suffix, contains, and regex) to decide exactly which images get converted.
- Bulk Actions & CleanupProcess your entire library at once with improved timeout prevention, or easily scan for missing media and safely clear out orphaned files.
05
WooCommerce Integration Improvements
For store owners, we’ve smoothed out the checkout experience and coupon logic.
- Server Side URL CouponsURL-based coupons are now applied server-side, drastically improving reliability and cart state persistence.
- Smarter Auto Apply LogicImproved coupon limits and cache consistency ensure discounts are applied exactly when they should be.
06
Performance & UI Refinements
Every millisecond counts. We’ve continued to reduce overhead and improve the admin experience.
- 53% Faster Admin DashboardsOptimized fade-in animations and inline skeleton injections eliminate layout shifts (FOUC).
- Quick Post Nav BarNavigate your admin area faster with the new streamlined Quick Post navigation.
- Optimized LookupsFeature flag lookups and license validation calls have been streamlined to reduce database queries and redundant API requests.