Hey everyone,
I’m happy to announce that Classic Monks v1.1.5 is now live!
This release includes a total of 79 changes:
- 27 new features
- 32 bug fixes
- Numerous performance improvements, security upgrades, and UI refinements across the plugin
Key highlights:
- Drag & Drop Folder Manager – We’ve replaced the old media category manager with a proper folder system. Organize your media files visually with true drag & drop, build nested structures, and embed folders anywhere via shortcode.
- Advanced Code Manager – Custom code management now includes a full condition builder for granular control, plus built-in linting and formatting support for HTML, CSS, JS, and PHP directly in the editor.
- Hardened Security Features – Login lockdown is now IP-aware for smarter blocking. Added comprehensive URL filtering and smart auto-detection for email and phone obfuscation across content.
- Media & Image Enhancements – The image converter has been redesigned to support cross-type conversions (PNG → WebP, JPEG → AVIF, etc.), with granular optimization controls and improved bulk cleanup workflows.
- WooCommerce Improvements – URL coupons now apply server-side for better reliability, and the auto-apply logic has been improved so discounts trigger correctly in all scenarios.
- Performance & UI Refinements – Admin dashboards load up to 53% faster. Added a Quick Post navigation bar, and reduced redundant database queries and API calls throughout the plugin.
Fully tested with:
- WordPress 6.9.1
- WooCommerce 10.5.2
- Bricks Builder 2.2
Complete Changelog:
Classic Monks v1.1.5
Special Thanks
This release was significantly shaped by detailed feedback, bug reports, and feature requests from our community:
- Mike – Feedback that contributed to stability and workflow improvements
- Karlo – Continued input on media management and editor behavior
- Emmanuel – Security feature requests and testing around login protection
- Adrien – Reports and suggestions that helped refine the new folder manager
- Alexander – UI feedback and edge case testing across admin features
- Alexandre – WooCommerce coupon behavior reports and improvement suggestions
Your contributions have been instrumental in shaping this release across security, media, WooCommerce, and the overall admin experience. Thank you! 
A quick look ahead at v1.2…
As we move toward v1.2, we’re building AI and workflow tools directly into Classic Monks — including a modular AI Agent, AI Featured Image Builder, native SEO AI integration, Bricks Builder AI support, HTML Live Sync for Bricks, and the ability to convert HTML directly into Bricks sections. All of this at no additional cost to existing users.
Let me know what you think of the v1.1.5 improvements, and drop your thoughts on what you’d like to see in the upcoming AI Agent.
Cheers,
Joy