Whoop! is a dedicated child theme for the GeoDirectory plugin, specifically designed to transform your WordPress site into a “Yelp-like” business directory. It relies on the Directory Starter parent theme to function.
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Whoop! focuses on the “social” and “local” aspects of a directory, mimicking the layout and user flow of major review platforms.
| Feature | Details |
| Theme Type | Child Theme (Requires Directory Starter) |
| Version | 2.1.1 (Stable) |
| Compatibility | WordPress 4.7+, BuddyPress, and bbPress |
| Layouts | 3 Home Page options: Standard Sidebar, No Sidebar, or Hero Area (Video/Image) |
| Integrations | Built-in support for BuddyPress “Follow” and “Compliments” |
| Design Style | Mobile-responsive, “Yelp-style” UI with search-centric header |
Note: As of recent updates, AyeCode (the developer) classifies Whoop! as a legacy theme. While still functional, they recommend using their newer, block-based themes (like Blockstrap) for better performance with modern WordPress editors.
Since Whoop! is a skin for GeoDirectory, your server and WordPress installation must meet these minimums:
WordPress Version: Recommended 6.1+ (Minimum 5.0)
PHP Version: Recommended 8.0+ (Minimum 5.6.2)
Database: MySQL 8.0+ or MariaDB 10+
Memory Limit: 512MB recommended (128MB minimum)
SSL: HTTPS is required for many geolocation features to work correctly.
Front-End Submissions: Drag-and-drop form builder with 40+ field types for users to add their own listings.
Geolocation: Advanced “Near Me” filtering and automatic location detection via GPS/IP.
Map Integration: Native support for Google Maps and OpenStreetMap (via add-ons).
Review System: Robust star ratings and review management (essential for the “Whoop!” Yelp experience).
Scalability: Built to handle millions of listings across multiple locations (though the free core version is limited to one location).
