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Hierarchical Select
Hierarchical Select is a JetFormBuilder add-on plugin by Crocoblock. It adds cascading dropdown fields built on hierarchical taxonomies, so each child list appears only after a parent term is chosen. It suits post submission and editing forms where accurate categorization matters.
- Version
- 1.0.10
- Released
- Sep 17, 2026
- Developer
- JetFormBuilder
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $1.59 a year on its own
What’s new in Hierarchical Select 1.0.10
Version 1.0.10
Latest
- FixedRequired hierarchical select with Advanced Validation.
What it does
A standard select field shows every option at once, which gets messy when your categories have several levels. This add-on connects parent and child taxonomy terms so visitors move through the hierarchy one step at a time. Someone filling out a form might choose a car make, then a model, then a year, or a category, then a subcategory, then a product line. Each level narrows the choices, which keeps the form tidy and the submitted data consistent.
You place the Hierarchical Select block inside the JetFormBuilder form editor, and it works with hierarchical taxonomies only. From there you decide what value each term passes along (ID, name, slug or a meta field), set default selections, and edit labels and descriptions. You can show, hide or disable child dropdowns until a parent is picked. It fits multi-level product catalogs, classified ad submissions and job application forms built with JetFormBuilder.
Best for
- JetFormBuilder sites with multi-level categories or taxonomies
- Classified ad and listing sites using front-end post submission
- Job boards and catalogs needing nested selection fields
Features
Cascading dropdown lists
Multi-level select fields display child terms only after their parent term is selected, guiding users through the hierarchy one level at a time.
Add terms from the form
Users can add new taxonomy terms directly through form inputs, so your taxonomy grows without anyone needing backend access.
Flexible term values
Choose term ID, name, slug or a meta field as the value source to match the data output your workflow needs.
Editable labels and descriptions
Edit field labels and descriptions inline so each level of the dropdown tells users clearly what to pick.
Default value settings
Set default selections for each field to point users toward common choices and speed up filling out the form.
Child level visibility controls
Show, hide or disable child dropdowns until their parent terms are selected, keeping the progression through the form clean and logical.
Term updates after submission
Taxonomy term values are updated automatically after the form is submitted, keeping your content accurate without manual edits.
Calculations from term meta
Use numerical or custom meta field values from terms in calculations, which opens the door to more advanced form logic.
Hierarchical Select older versions
- 1.0.9Aug 251 fix
- 1.0.8Apr 291 improvement, 4 fixes
- 1.0.7Oct 16, 20251 fix
- 1.0.6Sep 25, 2025
- 1.0.5Mar 18, 2025
- 1.0.4Feb 14, 2025
- 1.0.3Jul 27, 2023
- 1.0.2Jun 2, 2023
- 1.0.1Apr 18, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about Hierarchical Select
Do I need JetFormBuilder to use this?
Yes. Hierarchical Select is an add-on for JetFormBuilder. You add it as a block inside the JetFormBuilder form editor, and it extends those forms with cascading taxonomy dropdowns.
Will it work with flat taxonomies like tags?
It is designed to work only with hierarchical taxonomies, since it relies on parent and child term relationships to build each dropdown level. Flat taxonomies without parent terms are outside what it is built for.
Can users create new categories while filling out the form?
Yes. Users can add new taxonomy terms directly through form inputs, so your taxonomy stays current without anyone logging into the backend to create terms by hand.
Can I control when the child dropdowns appear?
You can choose to show, hide or disable child dropdowns until their parent term has been selected. This keeps users moving through the levels in order and prevents mismatched selections.
Is Hierarchical Select free?
The code of Hierarchical Select is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Hierarchical Select is this?
Version 1.0.10, released Sep 17, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Hierarchical Select?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Hierarchical Select automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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