# August 2024 Monthly Updates: FREE 1000+ Elementor Templates & SproutUI Figma Kit & More

## Key Takeaways

- The Plus Addons for Elementor v5.6.6 introduces WDesignKit, unlocking 1000+ ready-made Elementor templates directly from the WordPress dashboard.
- PRO users of The Plus Addons for Elementor access the 1000+ templates at no additional cost, enhancing website building efficiency.
- Elementor launches Platinum Support, offering rapid responses via WhatsApp and live chat for users needing immediate assistance.
- WordPress 6.6.1 is released with seven bug fixes and nine fixes for the Block editor, addressing a CSS issue with default link underlining.

The latest version of The Plus Addons for Elementor is here, and it comes with something special—WDesignKit! With just a quick update, you'll unlock a whole new world of[**1000+ Ready-Made templates, Page kits, and Sections **](https://wdesignkit.com/widgets?builder=1)directly from your WordPress dashboard.

And all the **PRO users of The Plus Addons for Elementor get all these 1000+ Elementor Templates **made with The Plus Addons for Elementor Widgets at no additional cost.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/WdesignKit-1000-Elementor-Templates.jpg)

Imagine building a website faster than ever before. Just import, edit your content, and boom—your site is ready to go!

**To Import these Elementor Templates**

- Update to the Latest Version of The Plus Addons for Elementor **v5.6.6**

- Click on **WDesignKit Logo in Elementor Editor**

- Enable Templates & Import Templates you want to Import

Stay tuned for more exciting updates and improvements!

For all the changes,[**check out the complete changelog here.**](https://roadmap.theplusaddons.com/updates)

## 📖 — Latest Reads 

- [6 Best Twitter Plugins for WordPress [Compared]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-twitter-plugins-for-wordpress/)

- [How to Fix 500 Internal Server Error in WordPress [9 Easy Ways]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/fix-500-internal-server-error-in-wordpress/)

- [6 Best WordPress Instagram Plugins [No Coding Required]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-wordpress-instagram-plugins/)

- [CAPTCHA vs reCAPTCHA Compared [8 Key Differences]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/captcha-vs-recaptcha/)

- [7 Best Facebook Plugins for WordPress [Live Feed, Reviews, & More](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-facebook-plugins-for-wordpress/)

- [How to Increase the Maximum File Upload Size in WordPress [5 Ways]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/increase-the-maximum-file-upload-size-in-wordpress/)

## 📹— Video Tutorials 

- [Best 6 Security Plugins for WordPress Sites](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slfZ0NwzWsg)

- [How to Create Horizontal Page Scroll in Elementor](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DncqlF2O4aM)

- [How to Pop Images on Click in Elementor For FREE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3XZCDmyp8qc)

- [Best 5 WordPress Map Plugins for Elementor](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kWq7Wn738LQ)

- [Best 6 Cache Plugins for WordPress Sites](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5U38oGxenvg)

- [How to Add Background Smoking Cursor Effect in Elementor](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=49m9_PRBb-0)

- [How to Add Inline AJAX Search Bar in Elementor](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qEueDuMyNE)

- [How to Add Blurred Text Reveal in Elementor For FREE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43mmw3UX4DA)

- [6 Best Elementor Calendar Plugins](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_9hxxc9zVs)

## 🗞️ — WordPress & Tech Bytes

- [**Our YouTube Channel**](https://www.youtube.com/@posimyth?sub_confirmation=1) surpasses 2M Views and many more to come yet! Thanks for your continuous support.

- Elementor has introduced [**Platinum Support**](https://elementor.com/blog/introducing-platinum-support/), a premium service offering dedicated website support. This new feature provides rapid responses via WhatsApp, live chat, and more, catering to users needing prompt assistance.

- Elementor showcases how its AI features can simplify the web design process. Check out their latest blog post and video highlighting these exciting AI updates [**here**](https://elemn.to/ai-featured-images).

- [**OpenAI has launched SearchGPT**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/openai-launches-searchgpt-ai-powered-search-prototype/523041/), an AI-powered search prototype, marking its entry into the competitive search market and potentially challenging established players.

- [**Reddit has restricted access**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/reddit-limits-search-engine-access-google-remains-exception/523131/) to recent content for major search engines, with the exception of Google. This decision has sparked discussions about data access and AI training practices.

- [**WordPress 6.6.1**](https://wordpress.org/news/2024/07/wordpress-6-6-1-maintenance-release/) has been released, featuring seven bug fixes in the core and nine fixes for the Block editor. The update also addresses a CSS issue that caused links to be underlined by default.

- [**Google may shift to automatic language detection**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-introduces-new-ai-tools-for-performance-max-campaigns/523370/), potentially reducing reliance on manual hreflang annotations for multilingual websites. This change hints at a more streamlined approach for managing content in multiple languages.

- Google has introduced [**new AI tools for Performance Max campaigns**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-introduces-new-ai-tools-for-performance-max-campaigns/523370/), aiming to enhance reporting, creative capabilities, and brand safety measures for advertisers across various campaign types.

- [**Google has expanded**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-expands-about-this-image-to-more-platforms/523485/) its "About This Image" feature to more platforms, improving deepfake detection to help combat misinformation in search results.

- Gravatar has introduced several new features, enhancing user profiles with more visual elements. The latest update includes the addition of thumbnails to make [**links more visual**](https://blog.gravatar.com/2024/07/31/better-links-simple-messaging-developer-tools-and-more/) and a simple contact form on user profiles to facilitate easier communication.

- [**OpenAI has abandoned**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/openai-scraps-chatgpt-watermarking-plans/523780/) its plans to implement watermarking for ChatGPT due to user resistance and technical challenges. The company is now exploring alternative methods for addressing these issues.

- [**Google Declared a Monopoly: Industry Reactions and Implications**](https://searchengineland.com/google-declared-a-monopoly-industry-reactions-and-implications-445014)Digital marketers have expressed concerns about the long-term implications and potential market disruptions following Google's declaration as a monopoly. Challenges remain in determining meaningful penalties for the company.

- [**Google Found in Violation of Antitrust Law, Judge Rules**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-found-in-violation-of-antitrust-law-judge-rules/523766/)A federal judge has ruled that Google violated antitrust law in the search market, citing monopolistic practices such as paid default agreements.

- [**WordPress 6.6.2, a maintenance release**](https://make.wordpress.org/core/2024/08/19/wordpress-6-6-2/), is scheduled for September 10, 2024. The Release Candidate (RC) is expected to be available on September 4.

- [**Google Search has expanded AI **](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-search-expands-ai-overviews-globally/524536/)overviews to six countries, introduced a save function, and simplified language. The update also includes testing in-text links for web content.

- Google has rolled out the [**August 2024 Core update**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-rolls-out-august-2024-core-update/524529/), which aims to promote high-quality content and reduce the visibility of low-value, SEO-focused material in search results.

- Google planned to add a "[**Deep Research**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/googles-gemini-to-gain-deep-research-feature/524339/)" feature to Gemini, designed to compile and synthesize information from multiple sources.

- WordPress Playground introduced [**offline mode support**](https://make.wordpress.org/playground/2024/08/05/offline-mode-and-pwa-support/), allowing it to be used without internet access. It can now also be installed as a Progressive Web App (PWA).

- [**WooCommerce 9.2.2 was released**](https://developer.woocommerce.com/2024/08/22/woocommerce-9-2-2-dot-release/), reversing changes that had caused unexpected conflicts with the WooCommerce iOS app and third-party plugins.

## 🔥 — Tool of the Month

This month, tool of the month is [**SproutUI**](https://sproutui.com/) with FREE 1300+ Figma UI Kits & Components. This treasure trove of resources is designed to advance your Figma design projects.

![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/SproutUI.png)

## 🗣️— Word of the Month

#### Very happy with the plugin + fast and great support!

*This plugin had features the normal Elementor Pro doesn’t offer (like a read more or a scrollbar on long testimonials). Needed some help and the support responds very quick and really helps you to fix the issue you are facing. I also love that you still have to option to buy a lifetime version of the plugin. With all the subscriptions for everything going on, this was refreshing for me. So definitely recommend!*

[*~ @shanicetan92*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/very-happy-with-the-plugin-fast-and-great-support/)

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