Content Views Pro is a premium WordPress grid and filter plugin that helps users query and display content in attractive layouts without writing code. Powering over 100,000 websites, it simplifies the process of creating post grids, carousels, and filterable galleries. This plugin provides a visual interface to manage complex content queries for any post type.
WPExclusive members get access to Content Views as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Premium Plugins collection →
What Is Content Views Pro?
Content Views Pro is developed by Premium Plugins and is a design plugin for WordPress. With over 4,000,000 downloads for the ecosystem, it is a established solution for content organization. It belongs to the design category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for front-end customization.
It solves the technical challenge of displaying specific subsets of WordPress data in custom formats like timelines or accordions. Content Views is designed for site owners who need advanced filtering logic and frontend search without theme-level coding.
Content Views Pro Features
The feature set is built around a three-step workflow where users filter content, choose a layout, and publish via shortcode or blocks.
Advanced Filtering and Search
Content Views allows users to query any content types including posts, pages, and custom post types like products or events. You can filter by categories, tags, author, and keywords, or use complex custom field logic compatible with ACF and Meta Box. The plugin also enables frontend faceted search, allowing visitors to sort content by price, date, or taxonomy terms using checkboxes and range sliders.
Diverse Layout Library
The plugin includes over 20 distinct layout styles to match any website aesthetic. Users can choose from traditional grids and lists to more specialized formats like Pinterest-style masonry, carousels, timelines, and accordions. Each layout is responsive and provides granular control over typography, colors, and margins via the visual editor.
Deep Integration and Blocks
Content Views provides 16 dedicated Gutenberg blocks and 16 Elementor widgets for seamless page builder integration. It includes 66 professional templates that can be imported to speed up the design process. The plugin also features specific optimizations for WooCommerce, allowing shop owners to display best-selling or featured products in custom grids.
Pricing
Retail pricing for Content Views Pro starts at $39 for a single site license. WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan, which supports unlimited site installations.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal | $39 | 1 Site | All Pro Features |
| Business | $89 | 5 Sites | All Pro Features |
| Developer | $199 | Unlimited | All Pro Features |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Content Views + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Content Views plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the latest WordPress core and major page builders. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release to provide members with the most recent features and security patches.
How to Install
- Download the Content Views .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to the Content Views menu in your dashboard to create your first View
- Select your content source and preferred layout, then copy the generated shortcode
Use Cases
Portfolio and Gallery Management
Creatives can use Content Views to build filterable portfolios of their work, letting visitors sort projects by category or date. This improves design consistency across various media types.
Custom WooCommerce Shop Displays
Store owners can replace standard shop pages with highly customized product grids that include specific facet filters like price ranges or product attributes. This is ideal for niche marketplaces requiring specialized navigation.
Dynamic Blog and News Archives
Publishers can redesign default archive pages to show related posts or featured articles in carousel or timeline formats. This increases page views by making older content more discoverable through intuitive frontend sorting.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can standardize their development workflow by using one tool for all content display requirements. A WPExclusive membership provides a cost-effective way to deploy this across dozens of client projects.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Supports all custom post types and custom fields (ACF, Meta Box, Pods)
- Includes 16 specific Gutenberg blocks and Elementor widgets
- Built-in Ajax pagination for infinite scroll and ‘load more’ functionality
⚠️ Limitations
- Advanced styling options may require a learning curve for complete beginners
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Content Views Pro GPL Licensed?
Yes. Content Views Pro is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) — the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get Content Views Pro on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you Content Views Pro plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Content Views Pro do?
Content Views Pro is a grid and filter plugin used to query and display WordPress content in custom layouts. It simplifies the creation of post grids, carousels, and searchable archives for any post type.
Is Content Views Pro free?
While a basic version exists on WordPress.org, the Pro version features are premium-only. You can access the Pro version via WPExclusive memberships starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Content Views Pro?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is processed by our team.
How much does Content Views Pro cost?
Retail licenses cost between $39 and $199 per year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use Content Views Pro via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Can Content Views Pro filter custom fields?
Yes, Content Views supports filtering by custom fields from popular plugins like ACF, Meta Box, and Pods, allowing for complex data queries.
