- KlyOS v3 Addon
[OzzModz/Banxix] Bump Thread
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Bump Thread to the top of the ForumINFO
The [OzzModz/Banxix] Bump Thread addon for XenForo provides a simple and efficient way to automatically or manually “bump” threads to the top of the forum’s thread list, increasing their visibility. This feature is particularly useful for forums with high traffic where older threads may get buried quickly or for forums where certain threads need to remain active and visible for a longer period. By allowing users or administrators to bump threads, this addon helps ensure that important discussions, sales threads, or community announcements stay at the forefront of users’ attention.
This addon is ideal for forum communities that rely on consistent visibility of specific threads—whether for promotional purposes, ongoing support threads, or general community engagement. With this tool, members can easily keep relevant or active threads from getting lost in the sea of new posts, ensuring that content receives maximum exposure.
❇️ Addon Key Features:
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Manual Bumping:
Allows users (with appropriate permissions) to bump their own threads to the top of the forum list. This is especially useful for thread creators who want to keep their topics visible and increase engagement over time.
Permissions-Based Bumping:
Administrators can configure permissions to control which user groups are allowed to bump threads. For example, regular users may only bump their own threads, while moderators or admins may have the ability to bump any thread on the forum.
Bump Interval Control:
To prevent excessive bumping, admins can set a minimum time interval between bumps (e.g., 24 hours), ensuring threads aren’t bumped too frequently and remain relevant in the active thread list.
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Scheduled Bumping:
Set up automatic bumping rules for specific threads or forums. For example, a specific thread can be bumped at regular intervals (e.g., daily, weekly) based on admin-defined schedules. This is useful for forum-wide announcements or frequently updated support threads.
Bump by Activity:
Configure bumping to occur automatically when new posts are made in a thread. This ensures that threads with active participation stay at the top of the list without requiring manual intervention.
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Bump Limitations:
Admins can specify how many times a thread can be bumped in a given period (e.g., no more than once per day or week). This prevents overuse of the bump feature and keeps the forum organized.
Bump Visibility Control:
Choose whether to display a bump timestamp or a custom message in the thread to indicate when it was last bumped. This provides transparency to users about the activity status of a thread.
Customizable Bump Button:
The bump action can be triggered through a visible button or link that can be customized for different forum themes or user interfaces. Admins can customize the text on the bump button (e.g., “Bump My Thread” or “Keep This Thread Alive”).
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Granular Permissions:
Administrators have full control over who can bump threads, which groups are permitted to bump their threads, and whether bumps are allowed only on threads created by the user or on any thread in a forum.
Post Count or Rank-Based Restrictions:
Bumping privileges can be tied to user post count, user rank, or other criteria. For example, users with a higher post count may get additional bumping privileges, while new members may have limited bumping capabilities.
Moderation Controls:
Moderators and admins can prevent certain threads from being bumped (e.g., by locking or restricting specific forums or threads from using the bump feature).
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Thread List Highlighting:
Bumped threads can be highlighted or marked in some way to distinguish them from newly created threads. Admins can set the visual indicators (e.g., a different background color, a “Bumped” label, or an icon) to make bumped threads stand out.
Thread Timestamps:
The system can display the bump timestamp (e.g., “Last Bumped: 2 hours ago”) next to the thread title or in the thread list, letting users know when the thread was last bumped.
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Bump Logs:
The addon keeps a log of when threads were bumped, by whom, and under what conditions. This log is useful for admins to track activity and prevent misuse of the bump feature.
Audit Trail:
For transparency, any action related to thread bumping is logged in the admin control panel’s audit log. This includes manual bumps as well as any automated bumps triggered by the system.
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Spam Prevention Features:
The addon helps prevent abuse of the bump feature by implementing configurable restrictions, such as limiting the number of bumps a user can perform in a certain time period, and requiring a minimum time between bumps for the same thread.
Reputation System Integration:
Bumping features can be integrated with the forum’s reputation system, where users might need to have a certain reputation score or positive user rating before being able to bump threads.
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Responsive Design:
The bump button and any associated UI elements (e.g., bump indicators, time stamps) are designed to be mobile-friendly, ensuring that the bumping functionality works well on all devices.
Custom Theme Support:
The addon is compatible with custom XenForo themes, allowing admins to easily adjust the appearance of the bump button and related features to match their forum’s design.
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SEO-Friendly:
The addon is designed to ensure that bumping threads does not interfere with XenForo’s SEO structure. Bumped threads will still be indexed by search engines and do not lose their SEO value.
Minimal Performance Impact:
The bumping feature is lightweight and optimized for performance, ensuring that it does not negatively affect the loading time of the forum or the responsiveness of the page.
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Language Pack Compatibility:
The addon supports XenForo’s language packs, so it can be used in any language supported by XenForo. All bump-related text, including button labels and time indicators, can be customized for different languages.
Localized Time Formats:
The addon uses the forum’s locale settings for time formatting, ensuring that bump timestamps appear correctly based on user preferences or regional settings.
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Sales and Promotions:
Forums that have marketplace sections can use the bump feature to allow sellers to keep their threads visible, ensuring that their listings remain at the top for a greater chance of engagement and sales.
Support and Help Threads:
Support forums can use thread bumping to keep frequently asked questions or troubleshooting threads visible and accessible, helping users find solutions more quickly.
Active Discussions and Announcements:
Important community announcements, event threads, or ongoing discussions can benefit from automatic or manual bumping to maintain high visibility.
Community Engagement:
For communities that host regular challenges, competitions, or interactive discussions, users can bump their threads to keep the conversation alive and encourage participation.
The [OzzModz/Banxix] Bump Thread addon is a powerful tool for XenForo forum owners who want to enhance visibility for specific threads or ensure certain content remains prominent. With its flexible bumping features, including manual and automated bumping, granular permissions control, and customizable visual indicators, the addon provides a straightforward solution for managing thread visibility.
Whether you’re running a marketplace, support forum, or a community where certain threads need constant attention, this addon makes it easy to keep relevant content at the top of the forum list, ultimately boosting user engagement and ensuring important threads don’t get lost in the shuffle.