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Kadence Blocks Pro
Kadence Blocks Pro is a WordPress plugin by Kadence WP that extends the Gutenberg block editor with premium blocks, pattern designs and layout tools. It helps you build custom pages, forms, galleries and headers without writing code.
- Version
- 2.8.20.1
- Released
- Oct 6, 2026
- Developer
- Kadence WP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- Kadence Blocks and Kadence
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $7.99 a year on its own
What’s new in Kadence Blocks Pro 2.8.20.1
Version 2.8.20.1 · Oct 6, 2026
Latest
- SecurityImproved output escaping for block attributes.
- SecurityImproved output handling in multiple blocks.
What it does
The default block editor covers the basics, but many sites need more: sliders, modal windows, post grids, detailed forms and galleries with lightbox effects. This plugin fills those gaps inside the editor you already use. It works within the Kadence ecosystem and adds a set of specialty blocks alongside a library of more than 800 pattern designs, so you can start from a prepared section and adjust it rather than building every layout from scratch.
Beyond the blocks themselves, the plugin includes a header builder, dynamic content and query tools, custom fonts and icons, and a child theme builder. It also offers AI content credits for inline text editing and starter site generation. Agencies can use the white label options to brand the plugin for client work. That mix makes it a fit for business sites, blogs, portfolios and agency projects built around the block editor.
Best for
- Site builders working in the Gutenberg block editor
- Agencies building branded client websites
- Business sites, blogs and creative portfolios
Features
Over 800 pattern designs
Choose from a library of more than 800 block patterns to assemble page layouts quickly, then adjust each section to suit your content and branding.
Premium block suite
Adds blocks such as Image Overlay, Modal, Post and Portfolio Grids, Product Carousel, Split Content and Advanced Slider to the block editor.
Advanced forms
Build contact and lead forms with Mailchimp integration, automated responses and form entry logging, all configured from inside the editor.
Dynamic content and queries
Display filtered or dynamic content on your pages, pulling in posts and other data based on the query settings you define.
Pro gallery layouts
Present images in gallery layouts that include thumbnail sliders and lightbox effects, which suits portfolios and photo heavy pages.
Header builder
Design custom headers with flexible layouts so your site navigation and branding sit exactly where you want them.
Popups and split testing
Create customizable popups and run A/B tests to compare different versions, with conversion tracking to see how visitors respond.
White label options
Agencies can brand the plugin as their own when handing sites over to clients, keeping the dashboard consistent with their business.
Kadence Blocks Pro older versions
- 2.8.20Oct 11 new, 1 fix
- 2.8.19.1Sep 221 security fix
- 2.8.19Sep 171 security fix
- 2.8.18Sep 3
- 2.8.17Jun 26
- 2.8.16Jun 9
- 2.8.15Jun 1
- 2.8.14Apr 9
- 2.8.13.1Mar 18
- 2.8.13Mar 13
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
91 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about Kadence Blocks Pro
Does it work with the free Kadence Blocks plugin?
Yes. The plugin is built to work within the Kadence ecosystem and extends the free Kadence Blocks plugin with premium blocks, patterns and tools. It is designed to be used alongside the Kadence setup rather than on its own.
Can I use it for an online store?
It includes a Product Carousel block and a WooCommerce Shopkit integration that adds product carousels and conversion tracking for store pages. That makes it useful for shops that build their product and landing pages with the block editor.
Do I need coding skills to build layouts?
No. You work with blocks and ready made patterns inside the block editor. The library of more than 800 pattern designs gives you starting points, and settings for each block let you adjust layouts without writing code.
What can the AI features do?
The plugin includes AI content credits that you can use for inline text editing within your pages and for generating new starter sites, which gives you a quicker first draft to refine.
Is Kadence Blocks Pro free?
The code of Kadence Blocks Pro 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 Kadence Blocks Pro is this?
Version 2.8.20.1, released Oct 6, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Kadence Blocks Pro?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Kadence Blocks Pro automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Kadence Blocks Pro need?
Kadence Blocks Pro needs Kadence Blocks and Kadence installed and active.
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