Making child themes couldn’t be easier, using GeoDirectory Framework as a solid base foundation. Just enable and disable widget areas, then style almost any area of your website from within the Framework Options Page.
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| Feature | Specification / Requirement |
| WordPress Version | 5.0 or greater |
| PHP Version | 7.4 or greater (8.0+ recommended for performance) |
| Database | MySQL 5.6+ or MariaDB 10.1+ (Uses custom tables for scalability) |
| Map Integration | Google Maps API or OpenStreetMap (Free alternative) |
| Page Builders | Native support for Elementor, Gutenberg, Divi, Beaver Builder, and Bricks |
| Themes | Compatible with any WordPress theme (Block or Classic) |
GeoDirectory functions more like a development framework than a static plugin. Its architecture is built around three core pillars:
Custom Tables: It moves directory data into its own optimized database tables to avoid the “bloat” of the standard WordPress wp_posts table.
Big Data Ready: Optimized for high-traffic sites with over 100,000+ listings.
Server-Side Clustering: (Pro feature) Uses server-side logic to group map markers, ensuring maps load instantly even with thousands of pins.
Proximity Search: Users can search by “Near Me,” ZIP code, or a specific radius.
Multi-Location Support: While the free version supports one city/region, the Location Manager add-on allows for global, multi-country directories.
Location-less Listings: Supports “Online Only” or service-area businesses that don’t have a physical storefront.
Drag-and-Drop Form Builder: Over 40 custom field types (Phone, URL, File Upload, Business Hours, etc.) to build unique submission forms.
Tab Builder: A dedicated interface to design the layout of your listing pages using a tabbed system.
40+ Widgets/Blocks: Includes specialized elements like “Best of” lists, “Recently Viewed,” “Search Bar,” and “Map View” that can be dropped anywhere.
While the core framework is free, advanced business logic is handled via premium add-ons:
Pricing Manager: Create “Bronze/Silver/Gold” packages, charge for listings, and handle recurring subscriptions.
Custom Post Types: Allows you to have different types of directories on one site (e.g., “Real Estate” and “Restaurants”) with different fields for each.
Claim Listings: Allows business owners to “claim” a listing you’ve already created and pay to manage it.
