--- title: "January 2025 Monthly Updates: New Exciting Features Added, WordPress & Google Updates & More" url: https://theplusaddons.com/blog/january-2025-monthly-updates/ date: 2025-02-17 modified: 2026-04-22 author: "Aditya Sharma" description: "As promised last month, we have added more helpful updates to The Plus Addons for Elementor so that your experience with the plugin gets better and smoother. New Additions to Pro Features..." image: https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/The-Plus-Addons-for-Elementor-January-Updates-2025-1024x536.jpg word_count: 771 --- # January 2025 Monthly Updates: New Exciting Features Added, WordPress & Google Updates & More ## Key Takeaways - AJAX Filtering supports category-wise filtering for Blog, Client, Dynamic, Product, and Team Member Listings. - Search Type for Filtering is added to category-wise filters across all listings for easier content discovery. - Taxonomy Filtering allows filtering by categories, tags, or custom taxonomies in all listings. - Loading Options include a loading effect for Load More & AJAX Filters to enhance visual experience. As promised last month, we have added more helpful updates to [**The Plus Addons for Elementor**](https://theplusaddons.com/) so that your experience with the plugin gets better and smoother. ### New Additions to Pro Features - **AJAX Filtering**: Now, the **Blog, Client, Dynamic, Product, and [Team Member Listings](https://theplusaddons.com/elementor-listing//team-members/)** support AJAX for category-wise filtering. - **Search Type for Filtering**: A new **search type option** has been added to category-wise filters across all listings, making it easier to find specific content. - **Taxonomy Filtering**: You can now filter by taxonomy (categories, tags, or custom taxonomies) in all listings. - **Load More + AJAX Filtering**: “Load More” now works seamlessly with AJAX-based category-wise filtering across all listings. - **Loading Options**: A loading effect has been added for **Load More & AJAX Filters**, giving users a better visual experience when content loads. And that’s not all, we are adding more features like **Pre-Designed Widgets Presets **that will help you unlock the full potential of The Plus Addons for Elementor and make your website-building experience even faster and easier. ![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Pre-Designed-Widgets-Presets.png) [](https://fibfbff.r.af.d.sendibt2.com/tr/cl/SkZADl4RpCe05jhi3rnAsZn1VvDdTlMl2s2j3oUo7VtiY94DKk_UY5jxbg1yYwyYJQvqj6YzlPI3OJ4Ze8kt9pxCDAV5rP7YMx4rCPeHOB-3Ynv7QhcuLYRjcC5WBOBqkFhWBsnR42z5xwyyGhVWIt5CjdP2isvAQrU7MFWiqFeo7vqKCd-mjk1YlTRDH4bgqzNsi9WeV-O4HpmBIC7OASYOd50vVbB8jGuMC0e4jyR2s1TvbaTocBjM4NfwCw-5JX3811qYsQtVp3wHYZiKFIYJgohGE-2-9jmT43iDgP12vXy0gbvav-gWaSatwtsQUHh499DFLaqtwdvnYJ526ddy_A)Projected Design for Widget Presets from Elementor Backend Editor *So*, s*tay tuned as we continue to deliver updates that make your Elementor experience even better!* For all the changes, [**Check out the complete changelog here.**](https://roadmap.theplusaddons.com/updates) ## 📖 — Latest Reads - [How to Add WhatsApp Chat in Elementor [FREE]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-add-whatsapp-chat-in-elementor/) - [How to Hide Page Title in Elementor [4 Easy Methods]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-hide-page-title-in-elementor/) - [How to Unpublish WordPress Site [Step-by-Step]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-unpublish-wordpress-site/) - [How to Fix WordPress Theme File Editor Missing Issue](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-fix-wordpress-theme-file-editor-missing/) - [6 Best Social Proof Plugins for WordPress [Build Trust]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-social-proof-plugins/) - [7 Best WordPress CRM Plugins [Top Picks]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/best-wordpress-crm-plugins///) - [How to Backup WordPress Website [Prevent Data Loss]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-backup-wordpress-website/) - [How to Add Background Image in Elementor [Easy Steps]](https://theplusaddons.com/blog/how-to-add-background-image-in-elementor/) ## 📹— Video Tutorials - [How to resolve 404 Page not found Error on WordPress](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROeYvobXgjM&list=PLFRO-irWzXaLK9H5opSt88xueTnRhqvO5&index=1) - [How to Import Google Sheet Table in Elementor WordPress?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MFSbCu8xZjo&list=PLFRO-irWzXaLK9H5opSt88xueTnRhqvO5&index=3) - [Best Elementor Mega Menu Plugins](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UoXQG6DutWg&list=PLFRO-irWzXaLK9H5opSt88xueTnRhqvO5&index=4) - [5 Elementor Template Resources That Will Change Your Website in 2025](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5qwFarNGdo) - [How to Set Up Push Notifications on Your WordPress Site?](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG5Y7okf7eQ) - [How to Add Blurred Text Reveal in Elementor For FREE](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=43mmw3UX4DA) ## 🗞️ — WordPress & Tech Bytes - Elementor has introduced the [**AI Site Planner**](https://elementor.com/blog/ai-site-planner-faster-first-draft/), a tool designed to streamline website creation. It enables users to quickly create a website brief, sitemap, and content-rich wireframes tailored to their project's needs. - [**WooCommerce 9.6**](https://developer.woocommerce.com/2025/01/20/woocommerce-9-6-fresh-new-tools-and-modernizing-classics/#:~:text=WooCommerce%209.6%20has%20been%20released,View%20the%20full%20changelog.) has been released with key updates, including the full release of the 'Brands' feature, automatic measurement units based on store location, and improved text styling for the Product Summary block. - Elementor has [**introduced Hello Biz**](https://elementor.com/blog/introducing-hello-biz/), a free WordPress theme designed for small businesses and professionals, offering pre-designed templates, seamless integration with Elementor's drag-and-drop editor, and purpose-built widgets to simplify website creation. - WordPress.com [**introduces Studio Sync**](https://wordpress.com/blog/2025/01/06/studio-sync/), a new feature in its Studio app that lets developers seamlessly sync local, staging, and live sites. Available for Business and Commerce plan users, it also supports team collaboration. - [**Elementor 3.27 latest update**](https://elementor.com/blog/elementor-327-grid-layouts-local-google-fonts-ai-motion/) introduces advanced Grid Container controls for precise layouts, local Google Fonts hosting for better performance, and AI-powered motion effects for smoother animations. - [**Google now requires JavaScript**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/confirmed-google-is-requiring-javascript-to-block-seo-tools/537705/) to access search results, limiting data scraping by SEO tools. The update aims to prevent abuse and maintain result integrity. - Google [**discontinued its Web Vitals Chrome extension**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-retires-web-vitals-extension-moves-everything-to-devtools/537401/) in January 2025, moving all key functionalities into Chrome DevTools' Performance panel. Developers are encouraged to use DevTools to monitor Core Web Vitals. - Google will move all [**reCAPTCHA services to its Cloud Platform**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-to-migrate-all-recaptcha-services-to-cloud-platform/538749/) by the end of 2025, requiring users to migrate their existing keys to Google Cloud projects, with up to 10,000 free assessments per month. - Google’s John Mueller confirmed that[ **alt text should prioritize accessibility over SEO**](https://www.searchenginejournal.com/google-confirms-alt-text-is-not-primarily-an-seo-decision/538412/). He emphasized that the primary goal is to serve users, not search engines. ## 🔥 — Tool of the Month [**Google Site Kit**](https://sitekit.withgoogle.com/) is an official WordPress plugin by Google that helps website owners easily access key insights from various Google tools—all in one place. This tool is ideal for bloggers, business owners, and developers who want an easy way to monitor and optimize their websites! ![](https://theplusaddons.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Google-Site-Kit.png) ## 🗣️— Word of the Month #### Great plugin with great support! *I bought the TPA premium as I saw it was pretty feature packed and I heavily use Elementor for all my projects. Bear in mind, I am a regular premium plugin buyer so its not something new for me to get my hands on premium plugins. What is rare, is if I continue using a plugin for long term basis. TPA definitely made it to my list. I had a little glitch with the implementation of one of the widgets and the support helped me out patiently. Support replies pretty prompt too and it provides assurance that I’m in safe hands. This is very important especially since I handle some really large and critical WordPress websites. Highly recommend!* [*~@mmubashar*](https://wordpress.org/support/topic/great-plugin-with-great-support-359/) **Subscribe our Newsletter, get Monthly & Weekly Product updates, News and more....✉️ ** ## Frequently Asked Questions **Q: What is Microsoft patch?** A: A Microsoft patch refers to updates released by Microsoft to fix vulnerabilities, improve performance, or enhance features in their software products. Keeping your software up to date with these patches is crucial for maintaining security and functionality. Regular updates help protect against potential threats and ensure that you have the latest features available. **Q: How do I use AJAX filtering in The Plus Addons for Elementor?** A: AJAX filtering in The Plus Addons for Elementor allows users to filter content dynamically without reloading the page. This feature supports category-wise filtering for Blog, Client, Dynamic, Product, and Team Member Listings. Implementing AJAX filtering enhances user experience by providing instant results, making it easier for visitors to find specific content quickly. **Q: What are the best practices for using Load More with AJAX filters?** A: When using the Load More feature with AJAX filters in The Plus Addons for Elementor, ensure that your loading options are set to provide a visual effect during content loading. This enhances user experience by indicating that more content is being fetched. Additionally, test the filtering functionality across different categories to ensure it works seamlessly for all listings. **Q: What are the new features added in January 2025 for The Plus Addons for Elementor?** A: In January 2025, The Plus Addons for Elementor introduced several new features, including AJAX filtering for various listings, a new search type option for category-wise filters, and loading effects for Load More and AJAX filters. These updates aim to enhance user interaction and streamline the content discovery process on your website. **Q: What should I know about the Google Site Kit tool?** A: Google Site Kit is an official WordPress plugin that provides website owners with key insights from various Google tools in one place. It's designed for bloggers, business owners, and developers who want to monitor and optimize their websites easily. By integrating Google Site Kit, you can access analytics, search console data, and more, helping you make informed decisions about your site's performance.