Role-Based Edit Control

Control who can see edit buttons in WordPress admin. Simple, visual interface to manage permissions by role or individual user.

Description

Role-Based Edit Control gives you complete control over who can see edit buttons in your WordPress admin area. Perfect for multi-author sites, client projects, and any situation where you need granular permission control.

🎯 Key Features

• Visual Interface - No code editing required, manage everything through a clean admin panel
• Role-Based Permissions - Set default permissions for entire user roles
• Individual User Overrides - Target specific users with custom permissions
• Dual Button Control - Manage both classic Edit and "Edit with Elementor" buttons
• Bulk Operations - Update multiple users at once with bulk actions
• Export/Import - Backup and restore your permission settings
• Keyboard Shortcuts - Power user features for faster workflow (Ctrl+S to save, Ctrl+F to search)
• Permission Matrix - Visual overview of all permissions at a glance
• Admin Theme Compatible - Works seamlessly with admin themes

💡 Perfect For

• Multi-author websites - Control who can edit what
• Client projects - Prevent accidental edits by clients
• WooCommerce shops - Manage shop manager permissions
• Membership sites - Restrict editing by membership level
• Agency workflows - Give clients view-only access

🚀 How It Works

The plugin uses a simple priority system:

1. User Override (highest priority) - Individual user settings
2. Role Permission (default) - Role-based settings
3. Deny Access (fallback) - Default deny if no settings

✨ Simple to Use

1. Go to Settings → Role-Based Edit Control
2. Set role permissions (default for everyone in that role)
3. Add user overrides (for specific individuals)
4. Save and you're done!

🔒 Security Features

• Proper WordPress nonces on all actions
• Capability checks (only admins can manage)
• Sanitized inputs and escaped outputs
• No external API calls
• GPL-licensed and open source

🌟 Premium Features (Built-in, Free!)

• Bulk operations for managing multiple users
• Visual permission matrix
• Export/Import functionality
• Keyboard shortcuts
• Real-time user search
• Automatic migration from old settings

Installation

Automatic Installation

1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
2. Go to Plugins → Add New
3. Search for "Role-Based Edit Control"
4. Click "Install Now" and then "Activate"
5. Go to Settings → Role-Based Edit Control to configure

Manual Installation

1. Download the plugin ZIP file
2. Upload to /wp-content/plugins/role-based-edit-control/
3. Activate through the WordPress Plugins menu
4. Go to Settings → Role-Based Edit Control to configure

Configuration

1. Navigate to Settings → Role-Based Edit Control
2. Click the Role Permissions tab
3. Check/uncheck permissions for each role
4. Click Save All Role Permissions
5. (Optional) Add user overrides in the User Overrides tab

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work with Elementor?

Yes! The plugin specifically supports hiding "Edit with Elementor" buttons separately from classic WordPress edit buttons.

Can I target specific users instead of just roles?

Absolutely! You can add individual user overrides that take priority over role-based permissions.

Will this break my site if I make a mistake?

No. The plugin only controls button visibility - it doesn't delete or modify any content. You can always reset to defaults with one click.

Is it compatible with admin themes?

Yes, the plugin was designed to work seamlessly with various admin themes.

Can I bulk-update multiple users at once?

Yes! Select multiple users and apply bulk actions like enabling/disabling edit or Elementor buttons.

Does it work with custom post types?

Yes, the plugin works with all post types including custom post types.

Can I export/import my settings?

Yes, there's a built-in export/import feature in the Quick Actions tab.

What happens to Shop Managers by default?

By default, Shop Managers have view-only access (no edit buttons). You can change this in settings.

Does it support multisite?

The plugin works on multisite installations. Settings are managed per-site.

How do I give one Editor access to Elementor?

1. Go to User Overrides tab
2. Search for the user's name
3. Click on them to add an override
4. Check "Elementor" permission
5. Click Save

Screenshots

1. Role Permissions Tab - Set default permissions for each WordPress role with simple checkboxes
2. User Overrides Tab - Search and add individual user overrides that take priority over roles
3. Permission Matrix - Visual overview showing all role permissions at a glance
4. Bulk Operations - Select multiple users and apply bulk actions efficiently
5. Quick Actions - Export/import settings and test current user permissions

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Screenshots

1. Main Settings Page - Clean, tabbed interface for managing role permissions and user overrides
2. Role Permissions Tab - Set default permissions for user roles with visual toggles
3. User Overrides Tab - Target individual users with custom permission settings
4. Quick Actions Tab - Export/import settings, reset permissions, and test current user
5. Permission Matrix - Visual overview showing all role and user permissions at a glance
6. WP-CLI Commands - Command-line management with comprehensive options

Changelog

1.0.0 - 2024-01-20

• Initial release
• Role-based permission control for Edit and Elementor buttons
• Individual user override system with priority handling
• Visual admin interface with tabbed navigation
• Bulk operations for managing multiple users
• Permission matrix for quick overview
• Export/Import functionality for backup/migration
• Keyboard shortcuts (Ctrl+S, Ctrl+F, F1)
• Real-time user search with AJAX
• Automatic migration from legacy configurations
• WP-CLI support for command-line management
• Full sanitization and security measures
• Admin theme compatibility

Upgrade Notice

1.0.0

Initial release of Role-Based Edit Control. Simple, powerful permission management for WordPress edit buttons.

Additional Info

Development This plugin is actively maintained. Report bugs and request features on the support forum.

Credits Developed with ❤️ for the WordPress community.

Support For support, please use the WordPress.org support forums.