Ignore Preferences gives your members full control over their browsing experience. This app lets each user decide what content they personally want to hide. No drama. No clutter. Just a cleaner, more enjoyable community. What It DoesMembers can: Hide entire forums Ignore specific topics Filter out posts using keywords or phrases Everything is 100% personal and fully reversible. Forum FilteringDon’t care about certain sections anymore? Members can hide whole forums with one click. Features: Ignore any forum or category Button appears directly on forum pages Easy “Stop Ignoring” option Perfect for keeping feeds relevant and clutter-free. Topic FilteringSeen enough of a certain topic? Users can ignore individual topics too. Features: Ignore button in topic header Hidden from forum listings Removed from activity feeds Reversible anytime Great for avoiding repetitive or unwanted discussions. Keyword FilteringThis is where personalization really shines. Members can block posts containing specific words or phrases. Features: Add custom keywords or phrases Case-insensitive matching Hidden posts show a clear notice “Show this post” option if they change their mind Ideal for avoiding spoilers, drama, politics, or any unwanted topics. Where Filtering WorksIgnore Preferences works across your entire community: Forum index Topic listings Activity / Discover feed Widgets Topic posts (for keywords) Content is still accessible via direct links - because this is about personal choice, not censorship. Member-Friendly InterfaceMembers get a dedicated Preferences Page with: Tabs for Forums, Topics, and Keywords Easy removal buttons Keyword manager Clear item lists with links Bonus: Easy access for ignoring members Everything is simple and intuitive. Admin ControlYou stay in control with: Enable/disable each filter type Set limits per user Optional filtering for notifications & search Full flexibility for your community’s needs Why Use Ignore Preferences?Because not every member wants to see everything. This app: Improves user experience Reduces frustration Encourages longer visits Keeps feeds relevant Respects personal choice Smarter personalization.

Service Manager is a complete service-order and task-fulfilment system for Invision Community v5. It allows communities to sell structured services, assign work to staff or providers, track progress, manage commissions, and collect public feedback - all inside the IPS ecosystem. You can offer things like: Content services Moderation teams Design or development services Consulting Community management Coaching Support services etc Service Manager provides a professional, automated workflow to monetize your community’s expertise. What Service Manager DoesFor CustomersBrowse service packages Place structured orders Track progress in real time Communicate with staff Leave public feedback For WorkersView available task units Claim and complete work Track earnings View performance statistics Receive secure account credit payouts For AdminsCreate and manage service packages Control commission and system rules View all orders Monitor staff performance Access financial reports Configure the entire system Service PackagesAdmins can create fully configurable service packages with: Categories Pricing Images Rich text descriptions Estimated completion time Task unit quantities Custom fields (13 types) Enable/disable controls Per-package rules Each purchase automatically creates a Service Order and splits it into Task Units for workers to claim. Automated WorkflowCustomer purchases a service Payment is confirmed via Nexus A service order is created Task units are generated Workers claim units Work is completed Earnings are credited Customer leaves feedback All activity is logged, tracked, and secure. Built-In CommunicationCustomer to staff messaging Internal staff notes Message editing (15-minute window) Order activity timeline Notification system Financial SystemConfigurable commission system Earnings ledger Automatic credit to Nexus accounts Financial overview in the ACP Worker performance statistics Date range filtering Feedback SystemOne review per completed order Publicly visible feedback Marketplace integration Automated 3-day reminder DashboardsCustomer DashboardOrder history Status tracking Feedback submission Worker DashboardAvailable work Active work Earnings overview Performance statistics Admin Control PanelOrder management Financial reports Staff performance System settings WidgetsOpen Orders Counter Recent Feedback Display No private data is exposed. Fully Customizable Marketplace Landing PageService Manager includes a fully configurable marketplace landing page that lets you control how your services are presented to visitors. From the Admin Control Panel, you can customize: Hero section (title, subtitle, benefits) “How it works” steps Trust and transparency content Social proof (stats and testimonials) Final call-to-action section Each section can be enabled, disabled, and edited without touching any code, making it easy to adapt the marketplace to any service type or community style. 32+ Configurable SettingsCommission percentage Worker group eligibility Maximum claims per worker Auto-splitting rules Auto-credit behavior Feedback reminder delay Marketplace visibility Terminology customization All system terminology can be renamed, for example: Package => Job Worker => Staff Task Unit => Task Order => Project Feedback => Review No logic changes required. Nexus Commerce IntegrationCustom invoice item type Supports all Nexus payment methods Free packages supported Invoice cancellation handling Automatic order creation Coming SoonFront-end service creation: Allow members to create and sell their own services Worker ratings and reviews: Customers can rate individual workers. Dispute and refund system: Handle service issues and payment disputes Worker / Provider Directory Public profiles showing: Services offered Ratings Reviews Performance history

Support Tickets is a full-featured helpdesk and ticket management application built specifically for Invision Community 5. It gives communities, SaaS platforms, and marketplaces a clean, structured way to handle user support, billing issues, reports, and internal requests - all inside their existing IPS ecosystem. From simple support questions to urgent billing problems, everything is organized, trackable, and easy to manage. Support Tickets is perfect for: Communities & Forums Handle member support, reports, and account issues professionally. SaaS Platforms Manage customer support, bug reports, and feature requests. Marketplaces Resolve disputes, billing problems, and seller/buyer questions. Membership Sites Support premium users with structured ticket workflows. If you run anything that involves users, payments, or support, this app fits right in. Core FeaturesTicket - Main support request with 5 statuses Department - Organize tickets by support category Reply - Threaded staff & user responses Priority - Low / Normal / High / Urgent Canned Responses - Quick staff replies Notes - Internal staff-only comments Logs - Full activity tracking Admin & Staff ToolsFull ticket management (view, reply, assign, delete, close) Department management with staff group assignments Priority system with color-coded levels Canned response management Statistics dashboard with date filtering Configurable settings for fine-tuning Staff dashboard with filters (status, priority, department, assigned) User FeaturesSubmit support tickets from the front-end Track ticket status and replies Reply to staff responses View ticket history Upload attachments Staff WorkflowAssign tickets to yourself Change status, priority, and department Add internal notes View full activity history Use canned responses Staff-only dashboard Automation & NotificationsAuto-close inactive tickets 4 notification types Custom email templates Navigation menu integration Clean, Modern InterfaceSupport Tickets is designed to feel: Professional Clean Easy to scan Optimized for staff workflows Friendly for users No clutter, no confusion - just efficient support management.

Turn your community into an active, competitive, and creative space with Community Contests - a full-featured contest management application for Invision Community v5. Run photography contests, writing challenges, video competitions, design battles, and more - all with automated phases, voting, judges, prizes, and leaderboards. Reward creativity, boost engagement, or run paid competitions, this app has you covered. What Is Community Contests?Community Contests is a complete contest system that lets you: Create structured competitions Accept member submissions Enable voting or judging Pick winners automatically Award prizes Track stats and achievements Everything is fully integrated into Invision Community’s content system. Contest TypesCreate contests for: Photo submissions Video entries Writing / essays File uploads External links Or any mixed format Each contest can have its own rules, images, categories, and settings. Automated Contest PhasesNo manual switching required. Contests automatically move through: Pending Accepting Submissions Voting Completed You control the dates, and the system handles the rest. Flexible Voting SystemChoose how winners are decided: Public Voting Members rate entries (1–5 stars) Judge Scoring Assigned judges have a dedicated dashboard to score entries (1–10) with optional feedback Hybrid Mode Combine public votes + judge scores Features include: Vote change options Anonymous voting Live leaderboards Automatic score calculation Built-In Judge SystemAssign multiple judges per contest with: A dedicated judging dashboard Progress tracking Visual status indicators Score + feedback per entry Perfect for serious competitions or staff-run events. Winners & PrizesSupport for: 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place Automatic or manual winner selection Winner announcements & notifications Prize options: Cash Store credit (Nexus), Invoices included Or just recognition Paid contests are supported with: Entry fees Invoice-based prize funding Automatic payouts Multi-currency support Submission SystemMembers can submit: Rich text entries Images & files External links With features like: View counters Comment system Edit permissions Approval queues Admin moderation tools Smart NotificationsMembers are notified when: Contests start Voting opens Contests end They win Prizes are paid Submissions are approved New comments arrive Keeps everyone engaged without manual announcements. Achievements IntegrationAutomatically unlock achievements for: Entering contests Voting Winning Great for gamification and motivation. Stats & LeaderboardsTrack everything: Total contests Submissions Votes Prize money Top winners Earnings leaderboard Hall of Fame Recent winners Includes live leaderboards during voting. Widgets IncludedDisplay contests across your community with: Active Contests Featured Contests Countdown Timers Categories Recent Winners Perfect for the homepage or sidebars. Frontend ExperienceMobile-friendly SEO URLs Category filtering Contest search Image lightbox Tabbed contest layout Clean, theme-aware design Looks great on any device. Admin Control PanelFull admin control: Create & manage contests Moderate submissions Assign judges Manage winners Track payouts Configure global settings View statistics Permissions SystemControl who can: View contests Create contests Submit entries Vote Moderate Manage contests Works with Invision’s permission system. Perfect ForPhotography communities Writers & bloggers Designers YouTubers Gaming events Recipe contests Music challenges Creative communities If your members create content – this app makes it competitive and fun.

Auctions turns your community into a complete buying and selling platform. Members can list items, place bids, sell digital or physical products, and manage everything through simple dashboards. It feels like a proper marketplace, not just a forum add-on. Built-In Commission for AdminsEvery completed auction automatically applies a platform commission. You set the percentage, and the system handles the rest. When a buyer pays, the commission is deducted instantly and the seller receives the remaining balance. No manual math, no extra steps, and no chasing payments. Your marketplace doesn’t just run itself - it can generate revenue for you at the same time. Key Features at a GlanceMembers can create auctions with images, pricing options, durations, and categories Manual bidding, auto-bidding, and Buy Now purchases Automatic winner selection and Nexus invoice creation Seller and buyer dashboards with earnings, bids, and history Built-in rating system with public trust scores, integrated in profile once rated is given. Commission system Full moderation tools and approval queues Integrated profile rating tabs Payments handled through Nexus (PayPal, Stripe, Account Credit, etc.) Admin control over permissions, pricing rules, and marketplace settings Smart, Fair BiddingBidding is simple and transparent. Users can place manual bids, use auto-bidding, or buy instantly if Buy Now is enabled. The system enforces bid increments, and sends notifications when users are outbid. Anti-snipe protection keeps things fair by extending the timer if last-minute bids come in. Clean Dashboards for Buyers & SellersSellers get a clear overview of their auctions, sales, earnings, and ratings. Buyers can track their bids, wins, watchlisted auctions, and payment status. Everything is organized, easy to understand, and designed to save time. Sellers can withdraw funds on the dashboard Ratings & TrustAfter each sale, both buyers and sellers can leave ratings. Over time, this builds a public trust score that helps users know who they’re dealing with. Seller profiles show ratings, sales history, and overall reputation. Payments Through NexusWhen an auction ends, a Nexus invoice is created automatically. Buyers can pay using any payment method you already support. The platform takes its commission, and the seller receives their earnings as Account Credit. Withdrawals are handled through Nexus, keeping everything clean and controlled. Full Moderation ControlStaff can approve listings, hide or lock auctions, feature selected items. There’s a dedicated approval queue and full moderation support, just like any other IPS content. Full Admin ControlThe ACP gives you control over everything: Pricing rules, durations, bidding options, commissions, approvals, reputation requirements, category permissions, and more. You decide how strict or open your marketplace should be. Coming SoonFeatured monetization tools Listing Fees Digital file delivery for downloads Built-in dispute system for buyer/seller issues Relist unsold items

A lot of communities are more active than they look. Members visit. They browse. They read. They come back. But unless someone is posting right now, that presence is invisible. Active Members makes that activity visible - quietly and visually. It adds a simple Active Members widget that shows real members who’ve been around recently, helping your forum feel alive without turning it into a status board. Presence That Matches the PageActive Members adapts to where it’s shown. On a topic, it shows members who’ve been active in that discussion On a forum, it shows members who’ve been active in that forum On pages that don’t track individual activity, it gracefully falls back to a global community view Every placement feels relevant, not recycled. This makes the widget feel contextual and intentional - not like the same block repeated everywhere. Clean, Adaptive LayoutThe avatar display automatically adjusts to available space: Shows as many avatars as fit Neatly collapses extras into a “+X” indicator Looks good on desktop, tablet, and mobile You don’t need to design around it. It adapts on its own. PresenceControls who counts as “active”. Presence time window Numeric value (e.g. 24) Time unit Minutes, hours, days, weeks, or year Together, these define which members are considered active and eligible to appear in the widget. Example: “Members who visited in the past 24 hours” or “past year”. DisplayControls how the widget looks and behaves. Avatar DisplayDefault avatar size Maximum avatars Adaptive avatar count Visual IndicatorsOnline indicator Online indicator color Text DisplaySummary text Time period text Widget-Level OverridesEach widget instance can override global settings, including: Custom title Presence window & unit Context mode (auto / global / forum / topic) Avatar size Maximum avatars Online indicator and color Tooltips Summary text options This allows the same app to behave differently depending on where it’s placed.

Every forum has this moment. You open a topic list. You see dozens of discussions. And you pause. Is this topic new? Is it still active? Has it gone quiet? Is it already dead? Dates and reply counts don’t really answer that. Topic Status Tags does. It adds simple, automatic labels to topics so members instantly understand the state of a conversation - without digging into timestamps or guessing from numbers. Small change. Much clearer browsing. Introducing: Topic Status TagsTopic Status Tags helps your community understand discussions at a glance by automatically labeling topics based on activity. Each topic is given a clear status: New - recently created Active - still receiving replies Quiet - slowed down Dormant - long inactive The status updates automatically as activity changes, so discussions naturally move through different states over time. No manual tagging. No moderation work. It just stays accurate. No More Guessing From DatesRight now, members have to interpret: “Posted 3 days ago” “Last reply 2 weeks ago” “12 replies” Topic Status Tags turns that into something instantly readable. A quick glance tells members: Which discussions are worth jumping into Which ones are slowing down Which ones are probably finished Browsing feels easier. Forums feel more alive. Clear Signals, Not ClutterTopic Status Tags is designed to stay out of the way. You get: One status per topic Subtle badges that don’t overwhelm the list Clear priority so labels never conflict Admins stay in control: Enable or disable individual statuses Adjust how long topics stay New or Active Decide when discussions become Quiet or Dormant Customize the wording and appearance The result is clarity - not noise. Why Your Community Should Use Topic Status TagsMembers scan forums faster Discussions feel easier to understand Active topics stand out naturally Quiet forums feel less “dead” You’re not pushing people to engage. You’re simply making activity easier to read. Designed to Feel NativeTopic Status Tags blends seamlessly into your community. It: Fits naturally into topic lists Uses familiar, clean styling Works on desktop and mobile Doesn’t change how discussions work Members don’t notice a new feature. They just feel more confident choosing what to read and reply to. Who Is Topic Status Tags For?Topic Status Tags is ideal for: Discussion communities Support forums Knowledge-sharing boards Any forum with conversations at different activity levels If your members browse topic lists often, this improves their experience immediately.

Every community remembers this moment. A new member signs up. They post for the first time. And then… nothing happens. No replies. No acknowledgement. No reason to come back. First Post Spotlight fixes that. It gently highlights new members’ first-ever topics so they don’t go unnoticed - encouraging regular members to jump in, reply, and make newcomers feel welcome from day one. Simple idea. Big impact. Introducing: First Post SpotlightFirst Post Spotlight helps your community give new members a better first experience by drawing attention to their very first topics. When a new member posts for the first time, their topic is clearly marked in forum listings - making it easy for others to spot and respond. The indicator quietly disappears when the Maximum Topic Age setting is met. First Posts That Don’t Get LostNew topics can easily get buried - especially in busy forums. First Post Spotlight makes sure first-time posts stand out by adding a subtle First Post indicator on the topic title. You stay in control: Show the indicator only for recent topics Enable or disable it per forum Choose how it looks - badge only or a gentle background highlight And importantly: New members don’t see the indicator on their own topics (so it never feels awkward or self-focused) New Member Topics WidgetFirst Post Spotlight also includes an optional widget that highlights topics created by new members. The widget: Shows only first-ever topics Respects forum permissions Automatically hides topics that no longer qualify Stays out of the way when there’s nothing to show It’s a simple way to encourage replies where they matter most. Why Your Community Should Use First Topic SpotlightNew members get replies faster Fewer first posts go unanswered Communities feel more welcoming Better chances new members stick around You don’t need more rules or reminders - just better visibility at the right moment. Designed to Feel NativeFirst Post Spotlight blends naturally into your community. It: Fits seamlessly into topic listings Uses clean, familiar styling Works with widgets and page layouts Doesn’t change how your forum works Members don’t notice a “feature”. They just notice people replying more. Who Is First Post Spotlight For?First Post Spotlight is ideal for: Growing communities Support forums Niche discussion boards Any forum that values new members If you care about first impressions, this app earns its place quickly.

Every community has the same quiet problem. Good topics don’t get replies. Members come back after a break… and don’t know where to start. Conversations stall, not because people don’t care - but because nothing guides them. Catch Up fixes that. Catch Up helps your community focus on the conversations that actually need attention - and helps returning members quickly see what they missed, without dumping them into a wall of activity. It’s subtle. It’s helpful. And it makes your forum feel more alive. Introducing: Catch UpCatch Up is an engagement-focused app for Invision Community that highlights unanswered topics and gently guides members back into active discussions. Instead of relying on members to hunt for things to reply to, Catch Up brings those conversations to them - at the right time, in the right place. Unanswered Topics, Finally VisibleEver notice how topics with no replies quietly disappear? Catch Up fixes that by highlighting topics that need replies directly in topic listings. Topics that: Have no replies (or only one, if you choose) Are still recent Haven’t been forgotten yet They get a clear “Needs Reply” indicator - and once someone replies, the indicator disappears automatically. This works especially well for: Support communities Small or growing forums Any community where unanswered topics hurt engagement Unanswered Topics WidgetCatch Up also includes an optional widget that lists topics still waiting for replies. It shows: Topics that genuinely need attention Only forums members can access Only topics that still qualify When there’s nothing to show, it stays out of the way. Welcome Back (That Actually Feels Personal)This is where Catch Up really shines. When members return after being away, Catch Up can show them a Welcome Back widget that answers one simple question: Instead of a generic activity feed, members see: Replies to their topics New activity in topics they follow Recent discussions they haven’t read yet Each item includes clear context like: Your topic Following +X new replies Why Your Community Should Use Catch UpFewer unanswered topics Faster replies More return engagement Less “dead” content Members feel guided, not lost Catch Up doesn’t try to change how your community works. It just helps conversations keep moving. Designed to Feel NativeCatch Up is built to blend in, not stand out. It: Fits naturally into forum listings Uses clean, familiar layouts Works with widgets and page builders Respects permissions and visibility Members don’t need to learn anything new. They just start replying more. Who Is Catch Up For?Catch Up works best for: Support communities Niche forums Growing communities Any forum where replies matter If unanswered topics bother you - even a little - Catch Up is for you. Would you like to see it in action? Visit Administrata.

Hot Topics helps bring attention to the discussions that matter most on your community. By highlighting active topics and showing what’s currently popular, members can quickly spot conversations worth jumping into instead of scrolling past pages of quiet threads. Using a smart activity-based scoring system and a configurable Popular Now widget, Hot Topics makes it easier to discover ongoing discussions, encourages more clicks and replies, and helps your forum feel active and alive - even during quieter periods. It adds modern engagement cues without getting in the way or adding unnecessary complexity. FeaturesHot Topic IndicatorDisplays a hot indicator after the topic title in forum listings Automatically detects active discussions based on replies, views, and recent activity Fully configurable thresholds and time windows Choose between an icon, text label, or icon + text and change the color to your preference. Enable or disable per forum Popular Now WidgetShows trending topics based on recent activity Works in sidebar areas Configurable time ranges (1h, 6h, 24h, or custom) Adjustable topic limits and forum filtering Focuses on current conversations, not old popular threads Smart Activity ScoringWeighted scoring using replies, views, and recency Uses exponential decay to prevent older topics from staying “hot” forever Designed to prioritise momentum and recent engagement Admin ControlDedicated ACP settings panel with clearly organised tabs Global and per-forum configuration options Sensible defaults, with full control when you want to fine-tune Would you like to see it in action? Visit Administrata.

Editor Styles allows you to create custom formatting buttons for the editor that apply your own CSS-based styles to content. Each style adds a toolbar button that wraps selected text in an HTML element (such as a <span> or <div>) using a CSS class you define. This makes it easy for users to apply consistent typography, highlights, captions, or branded formatting without touching HTML. All styling is controlled by your theme. You simply define the CSS classes in your theme’s custom CSS, and Editor Styles handles the editor integration. The result is a flexible, theme-aware styling system that brings back the simplicity of editor assistants while remaining fully compatible with Invision Community 5. You can add as many as you like, and as crazy as you want to go. Live Demo: https://demo.invisionite.com/index.php?/topic/12-editor-styles-examples/ (Due to theme-awareness, you must select the default Invision theme)

Statuses are back. Invision Community v5 removed status updates, and a lot of communities felt that loss. Sometimes members don’t want to start a full topic - they just want to share a quick thought, update, or reaction. Status Updates brings that back in a modern, clean, and fully integrated way. It adds a lightweight social layer to your community, giving members an easy way to stay active, visible, and connected without cluttering your forums. Live Demo: https://demo.invisionite.com/ What Is Status Updates?Status Updates lets members post short updates - similar to classic profile statuses - directly on their own profile or on other members’ profiles. Think of it as: Quick thoughts Casual updates Short announcements Friendly wall posts All without the pressure of creating full discussion topics. Why This MattersNot every interaction needs to be a thread. Status Updates lowers the barrier to participation, which: Encourages quieter members to post Keeps profiles feeling alive Adds social interaction without turning your community into a chat app It’s simple, familiar, and effective. Key FeaturesPost Status UpdatesMembers can post short updates using the full IPS editor: Text formatting Embeds Images and attachments Comments & ReactionsStatuses support: Threaded comments Native IPS reactions Real conversations, not just one-liners Everything feels familiar and consistent with the rest of the suite. Profile IntegrationEach member gets: A dedicated Statuses tab on their profile A clean list of their updates A latest status blurb displayed prominently at the top of the profile Profiles instantly feel more personal and active. Wall PostsMembers can post statuses directly on other members’ profiles, creating friendly, social interactions - just like classic profile walls. NotificationsMembers are notified when: Someone comments on their status Someone posts on their profile No spam, just relevant activity. WidgetsBuilt-in widgets let you showcase activity across your community: Latest Status Updates My Latest Status Perfect for the forum index or sidebars. Moderation & ControlsAdmins stay in full control: Moderate, hide, or delete statuses and comments Flood control to prevent spam Minimum and maximum character limits Simple, clear ACP settings Designed to Feel NativeStatus Updates is built to look and behave like part of Invision Community: Clean, modern layout IPS-style reactions and comments No heavy UI or clutter Works naturally with existing themes It doesn’t replace forums - it complements them. Coming NextStatus Updates is designed to grow over time. Some of the planned features include: Follow / Following system See updates from members you care about in a dedicated feed Privacy & visibility controls Decide who can see specific statuses Hashtags Clickable tags, trending topics, and hashtag discovery Mood indicators Let members attach a mood to their updates Additional ideas like polls and media-focused features are also planned.

Credits & Shop adds a full credit economy to your Invision Community, allowing members to earn credits naturally through participation and spend them on perks, rewards, and upgrades - all while staying fully under your control. No pressure. No forced engagement. Just a system that rewards people for being part of your community. Earning credits feels naturalMembers earn credits simply by doing what they already do: Creating topics and replies Receiving reactions Having solutions accepted Daily visits and login bonuses Unlocking achievements and milestones Uploading images, files, blogs, or events Referrals and general participation You control everything: How much each action earns Per-forum or per-area values Daily caps and cooldowns Group-based rules and exclusions Credits are earned because members are active - not because they’re chasing points. A real, transparent credit systemMembers can: View a full transaction history Transfer credits to other members Donate credits Store items for later use Apply temporary earning boosts Optionally purchase credits Optionally withdraw credits to account credit Admins can: Adjust balances Reverse transactions Set limits, fees, and permissions See exactly where credits come from and where they go Every change is logged. Nothing happens silently. The Members ShopCredits can be spent in a built-in Members Shop Example shop items:Username or profile changes Badges and cosmetic perks Password protected forum unlocks Temporary or permanent group upgrades Mystery boxes and random rewards Credit boosts Games and chance-based items Unlocks and special abilities Custom items Digital downloads allows you to sell downloads for credits. Members can: Buy and use items instantly Store items in their inventory Gift items to other members Admins stay in full control: Pricing per group Stock limits Cooldowns Permissions Manual or automatic rewards Use as much or as little of the shop as you like. Games, bonuses & optional extrasWhen it fits your community, you can enable fun extras like: Lottery system Spin the wheel Scratch cards Rock / Paper / Scissors Number guessing games Daily, weekly, or monthly bonus credits These are entirely optional. Turn them on for engagement - or leave them off for a more serious setup. Optional: Sell credits directly to membersIf you want, you can also sell credits directly to your members. Create credit packages Set prices and amounts Let members buy credits instantly Automatically deliver credits after successful payment This works perfectly alongside earned credits, giving members two paths: earn credits through activity or buy credits when they want something now You decide if selling credits makes sense for your community - it’s completely optional. Optional: Convert credits into real account creditFor communities using Commerce, Credits & Shop can turn engagement into something tangible. Members can optionally convert their earned credits into Commerce account credit, which they can then use to: Purchase products from your IPS store Pay for subscriptions or upgrades Or, if you choose, request an actual payout This creates a strong incentive to stay active - without turning your community into a grind. How withdrawals workYou stay fully in control. Members request a withdrawal You can approve or decline each request Set a conversion rate (credits → account credit) Apply a withdrawal fee (or none at all) Define minimum and maximum withdrawal amounts Restrict withdrawals by user group Nothing is automatic unless you want it to be. Why this matters for engagementThis feature bridges the gap between: activity → rewards → real value Members aren’t just earning points “for fun”. They’re earning something that can be used across your Commerce ecosystem - or even withdrawn. That means: More participation More motivation More reasons to stick around And because it’s optional and controlled, it works just as well for: hobby communities creator communities support forums marketplaces UPDATE 1.1.2Collections & Trading ExpansionA complete digital collectibles system for Invision Community 5 Expands the Credits system into a fully-featured collectible, trading, and reward ecosystem. Perfect for digital cards, profile gifts, seasonal items, rarity-based rewards, and community engagement systems. Core Collection FeaturesCollection Categories - Organize items into themed categories (e.g., Pokémon, Retro Gaming) Collection Items - Individual collectible items with: Name, description, icon, and full image Rarity levels (Common, Uncommon, Rare, Epic, Legendary, Special) Purchaseable toggle with credit pricing Tradeable toggle (per-item and per-category) One-per-member restriction option Game reward drop chance configuration Serial number tracking per item instance New shop item: Collection Booster Packs allows you to gamify the collection by adding packs with rarity drops Inventory SystemPersonal Inventory - Members own instances of collection items Acquisition Methods - Track how items were obtained (purchase, trade, gift, game, admin, other) Showcase System - Members can feature favorite items on their profile Serial Numbers - Unique serial numbers for each item instance Trading SystemTrade Creation - Propose trades with other members Trade Offers Include: Multiple collection items from your inventory Optional credit amounts (initiator and/or recipient) Personal message with the offer Trade Workflow: Pending → Accepted/Declined/Cancelled Only recipient can accept/decline Either party can cancel while pending Trade Notifications: New trade offer received Trade accepted Trade cancelled Trade History - Full history of all trades with status filtering User Preferences (Account Settings)Trading Preferences Tab - New tab in Account Settings Allow Trade Offers - Toggle to opt-out of receiving trade offers Matches IPS Content Preferences styling Admin FeaturesCollection Management (ACP): Create/edit categories Create/edit items with full configuration Issue items directly to members Trading Bans (ACP): Ban members from trading View list of banned members Unban members Actions logged to member history Member Restrictions Integration: Trading ban shows in member profile restrictions Can ban/unban from member profile "Edit Restrictions" Collection Item PurchaseDirect Purchase - Buy collection items with credits Confirmation Form - Confirm before purchase Transaction Logging - Records purchase in credit history Profile IntegrationCollection Showcase - Display favorite items on member profile Collection Statistics - Show completion progress For any feature requests and bug reports, please use the forums. I'm open for any wanted change or additional feature.

Most communities are full of valuable information. The problem isn’t content - it’s organization. Great resources get buried in old threads. Recommendations repeat. Questions get asked again and again. Community Items fixes that. Community Items is a structured, community-driven Item Management System for Invision Community that lets members create, review, and discuss items in one clean, searchable place - without turning your forum into a database admin panel. It feels native. It feels familiar. And it finally gives your best content a proper home. Introducing: Community ItemsCommunity Items allows your members to submit and manage items - tools, resources, projects, services, guides, or anything your community cares about - inside a dedicated item directory. Each item becomes its own hub: Description Images Reviews Questions & answers Discussion topics Everything connected. Everything easy to find. No more “Which tool should I use?” threads every week. No more lost recommendations. Just structured knowledge that grows with your community. What Can You Use Community Items For?Honestly? A lot more than you might expect. Here are some of the most effective (and popular) use cases. Resource Libraries (Without the Mess)Perfect for communities that share tools, websites, or downloads. Examples: “Recommended hosting providers” “Best productivity apps” “Community-approved plugins” Each item has: A clear description Screenshots or galleries Reviews from real members Questions answered once - and reused forever Instead of long recommendation threads, you get a curated library the community can actually maintain. Project & Portfolio ShowcasesCommunity Items isn’t just for tools - it’s great for projects. Use it to showcase: Member projects Open-source tools Community creations Case studies Each project becomes an item with: A featured image Full description Update history Q&A from interested members A discussion topic that grows naturally It’s a portfolio system without needing a custom app. Reviews That Actually MatterMost forums have reviews… scattered across threads. Community Items brings them together. Members can: Leave 1–5 star ratings Write full reviews Vote reviews as helpful Highlight or pin the best feedback Admins can: Moderate reviews Highlight standout reviews Keep low-quality noise out The result? Reviews that feel credible, useful, and worth reading. Questions & Answers (Done Right)Instead of repeating the same questions in multiple threads, each item gets its own Q&A section. Members can: Ask questions directly on an item Reply with threaded answers Mark the best answer Item owners stay informed. New visitors see answers instantly. And knowledge stops being fragmented. Automated Discussions (Without Forum Clutter)Community Items integrates directly with your forums. When an item is published: A discussion topic can be created automatically The topic is linked back to the item Prefixes and target forums are configurable per category This keeps conversation flowing without flooding your forums with duplicate or messy threads. Items stay structured. Discussions stay social. Category-Based Organization That Makes SenseNot everything belongs in one big list. Community Items supports: Hierarchical categories Category-specific custom fields Per-category forums for discussion Category-based widgets and listings Each category can be tailored to the type of items it contains - whether that’s software, services, tutorials, or projects. Designed to Feel Native (Because It Is)Community Items isn’t bolted on. It: Uses IPS permissions Integrates with reactions and notifications Supports widgets across your community Feels at home in list or grid layouts Members don’t have to learn a new system. They just start using it. Widgets That Surface the Good StuffCommunity Items includes widgets to keep items visible and relevant: Category navigation Trending items Featured items Statistics Configurable item lists (grid or list) Your best content stays in front of your members - not buried three pages deep. Built for Growth (And What’s Coming Next)Community Items already handles: Items Reviews Ratings Q&A Galleries Notifications Auto-topics And the roadmap goes even further: Per-category permissions File downloads Achievements & badges Item recommendations Multi-author items With more features coming soon, it’s designed to scale as your community does.

Community Prompts — Better Conversations, Every DayKeeping a community active isn’t always about big features. Sometimes it’s just about giving people something easy to respond to. Introducing: Community Prompts Community Prompts lets you post short, low-effort questions to your community - daily, weekly, or whenever you choose - and gives members an easy way to jump in without overthinking it. No pressure. No long posts required. Just a simple prompt and a conversation that grows naturally. Features:Daily/Weekly rotating community prompts to engage members Optional automatic topic creation. 10 premade prompts to get started Prompt approval queue for administrators Notification system: Notifies members when a new community prompt is live Notifies members when their suggested prompt is approved/denied ACP setting to enable/disable new prompt notifications Batch notification delivery for performance (with notification count updates) ACP management: Add, edit, delete, and activate prompts View and manage prompt responses Settings section for notification preferences Widget for displaying today’s prompt and recent responses Current prompt page Responses page History page Clean integration with IPS navigation So… what can you actually use it for?A lot, as it turns out. It's exceptionally powerful. Here are some of the most common (and effective) ways your community could use it for. Community IcebreakersFor new or quiet communities, starting a conversation can feel awkward. Prompts work as soft icebreakers: “How did you find this community?” “Where are you posting from today?” “What’s one thing you’re hoping to learn here?” New members don’t have to create a full thread or introduction. They just reply - and suddenly they’re part of the conversation. Micro-Surveys (Without Survey Fatigue)Instead of formal polls or surveys, prompts let you ask questions casually. Examples: “Do you prefer shorter or longer tutorials?” “What feature should we improve next?” “Dark mode or light mode?” You get real feedback, but it feels like a conversation - not a questionnaire. When auto-topics are enabled, replies are automatically collected into a discussion thread you can review later. Content Seeding ToolEvery community has days where things feel… quiet. Community Prompts helps you seed discussion without forcing it: “What’s one challenge you’re facing right now?” “Share one tip you wish you knew earlier.” “What are you working on this week?” Members don’t have to think of something to post — the prompt does the work for them. Culture Steering (Without Rules or Lectures)You can subtly shape the tone of your community just by asking the right questions. For example: “Help someone today with advice you wish you had.” “What’s one positive thing you’ve seen in the community recently?” “What’s a beginner mistake we can help people avoid?” No enforcement. No announcements. Just gentle direction that encourages the kind of replies you want to see more of. Events & Announcements CompanionPrompts work beautifully alongside announcements and launches. Instead of one-way posts: “We just launched a new feature - what do you think so far?” “How are you using the update?” “What should we focus on next?” The announcement goes out as usual, and the prompt gives people a place to respond naturally. Education & Learning ReinforcementFor learning communities, prompts act as lightweight reflection tools: “What’s one thing you learned today?” “Which part of the lesson was confusing?” “What would you explain differently to a beginner?” This encourages active thinking and peer-to-peer help - without turning learning into homework. Creator & Expert VisibilityPrompts are a great way to surface experienced members without putting them on the spot. Examples: “What’s one mistake beginners should avoid?” “What would you do differently if you started today?” Experts reply naturally, newer members learn, and knowledge gets shared without formal roles or titles. A Lightweight Social Feed (Forum-Friendly)Some communities want short-form interaction without turning into a chat app. Community Prompts creates a controlled, low-noise feed: One prompt at a time Focused discussion No endless scrolling It feels modern, but still fits naturally into a forum environment. A Living Community ArchiveOver time, prompts become a snapshot of your community: Opinions changing Tools evolving Trends appearing Ask the same prompt once a year and you’ll literally see growth and change - all stored neatly in auto-created discussion topics. How It Works (At a Glance)Prompts appear via widgets on the forum index Members reply directly from the prompt Optional automatic discussion topics collect replies Admins can manually or let the time automatically rotate prompts Members can suggest and vote on future prompts Everything stays lightweight and easy to manage. Smart Topic CreationCommunity Prompts handles discussion topics intelligently to avoid clutter and keep conversations relevant: If a discussion topic already exists for a prompt and is still recent, it will be reused, with a short notice added to let members know the prompt is live again. If a topic exists but hasn’t been active for over six months, a new discussion topic will be created. If no topic exists for the prompt, a new topic will be created automatically. This keeps your forums tidy, avoids duplicate threads, and ensures recurring prompts always feel fresh and relevant. Final ThoughtCommunity Prompts isn’t about forcing activity. It’s about lowering the barrier so conversations happen naturally. A simple question. A few replies. A community that feels alive again. If you’ve ever thought “people just need a reason to post” - this is that reason.

Retro Pokéball — A Pokémon Theme for Invision Community v5Retro Pokéball is a simple theme inspired by the well loved Pokémon franchise. Live Demo (select Retro Pokéball) HighlightsSleek and clean Simple, sleek and easy to navigate while clearly paying homage to the series without being overwhelmed. Nostalgic vibes The colour scheme, blocky texts and accents are reminiscent of classic video games. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Styled widgets and forum containers Forum icons and accents

Neon Glow — A Techy Theme for Invision Community v5Neon Glow is a dramatic, high energy theme with Tron-esque vibes- perfect for communities focused on futuristic sci fi genres, technology, gaming, cyberpunk rpgs and more! Live Demo (select Neon Glow) HighlightsGlows & animation Vibrant glows of blue, pink and purple highlights important content and the animation back and forth blends all three colours. Energetic and edgy Neon colours dominate the theme against a dark, grid interface like background for a bold, contrasting aesthetic. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Custom background artwork, forum icons and accents Styled widgets and forum containers

Oh-la-latte — A Cozy Theme for Invision Community v5Oh-la-latte is a warm coffee inspired theme that uses neutral, soft colours for an inviting feel. Live Demo (select Oh-la-latte) HighlightsFriendly, playful and relaxed Decorative icons and a cute, smiley logo to help communities feel more inviting and warm, like a nice hot cup of coffee! Cozy layout The warm browns, caramel hues, and creamy beige colours blend together smoothly for a comfortable mood. Easy to navigate, clean and readable Elements are easy on the eyes while remaining content focused, and subtle background patterns add texture without being too distracting. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Custom header, footer, and background artwork Styled widgets and forum containers Forum icons and accents

This application adds indent and outdent functionality to the Invision Community V5 editor, a feature that was previously missing from the native editor.

Winter Wonderland — A Wonderful Seasonal Theme for Invision Community v5Winter Wonderland is a charming take on a classical winter scene with rolling hills of soft snow and a star covered night sky! Live Demo (select Winter Wonderland) HighlightsA calm theme Inspired by a crisp winter night, Winter Wonderland uses a mixture of navy blues and whites to keep things cool. Falling snow effect Falling snowflakes immerses users in a winter atmosphere, but this fun feature can still be toggled on and off via the button on the bottom of the page! Custom seasonal touches Decorative snowflakes, cheerful friendly snowmen and snow covered trees add pops of colour while still fitting into the theme. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Custom artwork, forum icons and accents Styled widgets and forum containers Falling snowflakes by Cedric

Merry Christmas — A Cheery Seasonal Theme for Invision Community v5Merry Christmas is a warm, inviting theme for the holiday season! Live Demo (select Merry Christmas) HighlightsCozy layout The pale soft green is easy on the eyes while the pops of red and green are distinct, cheery and vibrant. Custom seasonal touches Stockings are hung with care, and decorations of holly, bulbs and subtle stars make this theme magical like the season! Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Styled widgets and forum containers Custom header, forum icons and accents

Animal Crossing — A Cozy Theme for Invision Community v5Animal Crossing is inspired by the friendly neighbourhood series of the same name, and could pair well with town roleplays or other farming/village games! Live Demo (select Animal Crossing) HighlightsNice Mediums This theme offers a "day" and "night" version that are both simple and easy on the eyes, neither are too bright nor too dark, for a relaxing feel. Inspired without overwhelm Even if you're unfamiliar with the series, this theme can be used to provide a comfy homey aesthetic that's easy to navigate. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Styled widgets and forum containers Custom backgrounds, forum icons and accents

Frostee — A Chilly Theme for Invision Community v5Frostee is a light, fresh and airy theme that's perfect for welcoming the cold seasons with icy blue tones and fun snowflakes! Live Demo (select Frostee) HighlightsFun winter aesthetic Cool icy blues, frosty whites, smooth cool gradients and snowflakes make a perfect theme for the chilly season. Clean and crisp Like the cold winter air, this theme is clean and fresh with easy readable blues that contrast against the snowy white backgrounds. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Styled widgets and forum containers Forum icons and accents

Acid — A Radioactive Theme for Invision Community v5Acid is a dark theme with toxic green glows, perfect for a gaming clans, tech communities, sci-fi fan forums and more! Live Demo (select Acid) HighlightsNeon cyber aesthetic The dark theme and green glow feel mysterious, edgy, and slightly ominous, but also energetic and immersive. Sleek meets biohazard Content remains easy to read and navigate while still providing a radioactive, tech hub vibe. Built for Invision Community v5 Developed using v5’s updated template structure, ensuring modern design standards, improved responsiveness, and compatibility with all core apps. What’s IncludedComplete Invision Community v5 theme Styled widgets and forum containers Custom background, forum icons and accents