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Installation

Requirements​

To run Meta Box, we recommend:

  • PHP 7.4 or greater
  • Latest version of WordPress

While Meta Box also works with PHP 7.0 and older versions of WordPress, these versions have reached the official End Of Life and as such may expose your site to security vulnerabilities.

Installing Meta Box​

Meta Box offers three different versions, each with slightly different installation steps.

We recommend using Meta Box Lite, a free version with essential features and a user-friendly interface.

Here's how to install it:

  1. Go to our website, just fill in your email, and download it.
  2. Go to Plugins > Add New Plugin > Upload Plugin.
  3. Upload the downloaded file and click Install Now.

Install Meta Box Lite

Then, click Activate to start using Meta Box Lite. Now, you can see it in the admin dashboard.

Meta Box Lite in the admin dashboard

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For advanced features, please buy a premium plan, and install the Meta Box AIO plugin with all extensions (both free and paid).

Next steps​

Now you have everything ready!

As most WordPress websites require custom post types, let's learn how to create them.

FAQ​

What is included in Meta Box Lite and is it completely free?

Yes, Meta Box Lite is 100% free. It includes Meta Box, Meta Box Builder, and all free extensions, giving you powerful tools to create and manage dynamic content at no cost.

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Do I need to install Meta Box to use Meta Box Lite?

No, Meta Box Lite already includes Meta Box, so there is no need to install it additionally.

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