A complete guide to all WB Member Blog settings. Navigate to Member Blog in your WordPress admin to access these options.
What You’ll Learn
- Overview of all settings tabs
- What each setting does
- Recommended configurations
Settings Tabs
WB Member Blog organizes settings into logical tabs:
| Tab | What It Controls |
|---|---|
| Overview | Plugin status, quick links, version info |
| Pages | Required pages for post submission and dashboard |
| Editor | Which editor members use to write posts |
| Access & Permissions | Who can create blog posts |
| Content & Categories | Category options, media settings, activity integration |
Overview Tab
The Overview tab provides quick information about your setup:
- Plugin Version: Current version of WB Member Blog
- Detected Platform: BuddyPress, BuddyBoss, PeepSo, or Standalone
- Quick Links: Documentation, support, and settings shortcuts
- PRO Upgrade: Information about PRO features (if not using PRO)
This tab is informational only – no settings to configure here.
Pages Tab
Configure the pages that power member blogging.
Blog Post Submission Page
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Purpose | The page where members write and submit new posts |
| Required Shortcode | [bp-member-blog-form] |
| Auto-Create | Click to generate page automatically |
Member Blog Dashboard Page
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Purpose | The page where members manage their existing posts |
| Required Shortcode | [bp-member-blog] |
| Auto-Create | Click to generate page automatically |
Status Indicators:
- ✅ Green checkmark – Page is set up correctly
- ⚠️ Yellow warning – Page may be missing shortcode
- ❌ Red X – No page selected
Editor Tab
Choose the writing experience for your members. Three options are available:
Editor.js (Block-Style)
- Best For: Modern communities wanting rich content
- Features: Block-based editing, inline images, headers, lists, quotes
- Experience: Type “/” to add blocks or just start typing
Medium Editor
- Best For: Writing-focused communities
- Features: Distraction-free, floating toolbar on text selection
- Experience: Clean interface, select text for formatting options
Classic Editor (TinyMCE)
- Best For: Users familiar with WordPress
- Features: Fixed toolbar at top, WYSIWYG editing
- Experience: Similar to Microsoft Word or classic WordPress
Recommendation: Start with Editor.js for the best balance of features and usability.
Access & Permissions Tab
Control who can create blog posts on your site.
Allowed User Roles
Check which WordPress roles can access blog creation:
| Role | Can Create | Post Status |
|---|---|---|
| Subscriber | If checked | Pending Review |
| Contributor | If checked | Pending Review |
| Author | If checked | Published |
| Editor | If checked | Published |
| Administrator | Always | Published |
Member Types (BuddyPress/BuddyBoss only)
If you use BuddyPress or BuddyBoss member types, you can restrict posting to specific types:
- Empty selection: All member types can post
- Specific types selected: Only those types can post
How access works: A user can post if they have an allowed role OR an allowed member type.
Content & Categories Tab
Configure how members interact with categories and content.
Category Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Allow Custom Categories | Let members create new categories while posting |
| Restricted Categories | Hide specific categories from members |
Media Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Maximum Upload Size | Limit for featured images (in MB) |
| Delete Images with Posts | Remove featured images when posts are deleted |
Display Settings
| Setting | Description |
|---|---|
| Posts Per Page | Number of posts in member dashboard (1-50) |
| Activity Integration | Create activity entries for new posts |
Saving Your Settings
After making changes:
- Click Save Changes at the bottom of each tab
- Clear any caching plugins if changes don’t appear immediately
- Some settings may require members to log out and back in
Related Docs
- Pages Setup – Detailed guide on page configuration
- Editor Settings – In-depth editor comparison
- Access & Permissions – Advanced permission configuration