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SearchWP PrivateContent
SearchWP PrivateContent is a WordPress plugin by SearchWP that connects SearchWP search with the PrivateContent plugin. It filters search results based on PrivateContent user groups, so restricted posts and pages only show up for the people allowed to see them.
- Version
- 1.3.1
- Released
- Aug 4, 2025
- Developer
- SearchWP
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 a year on its own
What’s new in SearchWP PrivateContent 1.3.1
Version 1.3.1
Latest
- ImprovedPrevent execution if the Private Content plugin is not active.
- RemovedDropped support for SearchWP 3.
- ImprovedRemoved use of deprecated Private Content functions.
- ImprovedUpdated updater.
What it does
Sites that hide content behind a login face an awkward search problem. Standard search can surface restricted posts to visitors who cannot open them, or it can leave members unable to find the material they have access to. This extension solves that by reading the user groups you set up in the PrivateContent plugin and using them to decide which results each searcher sees. Private material stays out of public results, while authorized members can still search it.
The extension works as an add-on to SearchWP, so it relies on both SearchWP and PrivateContent being active on your site, and it will not run if PrivateContent is missing. Once enabled, you can exclude posts, pages and custom content from public searches, tailor indexing for specific groups and adjust result rankings. It fits subscription sites, intranets and membership portals where search needs to follow the same access rules as the rest of the site.
Best for
- Membership sites built with the PrivateContent plugin
- Company intranets with group-restricted pages
- Subscription sites offering members-only articles or resources
Features
One-click PrivateContent support
Turn on PrivateContent integration without a complicated setup, so private content is kept out of search results for users who are not authorized to view it.
Exclude content from search
Use exclusion settings to keep posts, pages and custom content out of public searches, protecting member-only or sensitive information from casual visitors.
Group-based search results
Tailor results to specific PrivateContent user groups by indexing only the content relevant to each group, giving every member a search matched to their permissions.
Live Ajax search
Show search suggestions as visitors type, so members can spot the page they need before they finish entering their query.
Result prioritization
Promote chosen private content in search rankings through a simple interface, highlighting important results based on your own priorities and keywords.
Search analytics
Review data on what users search for within private areas, which helps you see gaps in your content and improve how relevant results are.
Adjustable relevance algorithm
Tune the search relevance algorithm to suit your site's structure and content types, so results line up better with how your material is organized.
SearchWP PrivateContent older versions
- 1.3.0Apr 18, 20231 new
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about SearchWP PrivateContent
What other plugins does this need to work?
It is an extension for SearchWP and is built around the PrivateContent plugin. Both need to be active, and the extension is designed to stop running if PrivateContent is not active, which avoids errors on your site.
Will logged-out visitors see my private posts in search results?
No. The integration uses your PrivateContent user groups to filter results, and you can exclude posts, pages and custom content from public searches, so restricted items stay hidden from people who are not authorized.
Can different member groups get different search results?
Yes. You can tailor search to specific user groups by indexing only the content relevant to each one, so a member sees results that match the access their group has been given.
Can I control which results appear first?
Yes. A prioritization interface lets you promote certain private content in rankings based on your priorities and keywords, and you can also adjust the relevance algorithm to suit your content types.
Is SearchWP PrivateContent free?
The code of SearchWP PrivateContent 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 SearchWP PrivateContent is this?
Version 1.3.1, released Aug 4, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update SearchWP PrivateContent?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of SearchWP PrivateContent automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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