# Installation

This guide covers detailed installation steps and technical requirements for the Dynamic Elementor ACF Repeater plugin.

# System Requirements

Requirement Minimum Version
WordPress 5.8 or higher
PHP 7.4 or higher
Elementor Pro Latest version recommended
ACF Pro Latest version recommended

# Installation Methods

# WordPress Plugin Directory (Recommended)

  1. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
  2. Navigate to Plugins > Add New
  3. Search for "Dynamic Elementor ACF Repeater"
  4. Click "Install Now"
  5. After installation completes, click "Activate"

# Manual Installation

  1. Download the plugin ZIP file
  2. Log in to your WordPress admin panel
  3. Navigate to Plugins > Add New
  4. Click "Upload Plugin"
  5. Choose the downloaded ZIP file
  6. Click "Install Now"
  7. After installation completes, click "Activate"

# Installation Verification

After installation, verify the following:

  1. Plugin Status

    • Check Plugins page
    • Plugin should be listed as "Active"
    • No error messages should be present
  2. Dependencies Check

    • Elementor Pro is active and working
    • ACF Pro is active and working
    • PHP version meets requirements
    • WordPress version is compatible
  3. Functionality Check

    • Elementor editor loads correctly
    • ACF Repeater fields can be created
    • Dynamic Tags appear in Elementor

# Pro Version Setup

When installing the Pro version:

  1. Purchase a license or start your free trial
  2. Download the Pro version plugin
  3. Follow either installation method above
  4. Navigate to plugin settings
  5. Enter and activate your license key

# Troubleshooting Common Issues

# Plugin Won't Activate

  • Verify PHP version meets requirements
  • Check WordPress version compatibility
  • Ensure Elementor Pro is activated first
  • Confirm ACF Pro is installed and activated

# Dynamic Tags Not Showing

  • Clear browser cache
  • Clear WordPress cache
  • Deactivate and reactivate plugin
  • Check for conflicts with other plugins

# License Key Issues

  • Verify key is entered correctly
  • Check license status in account
  • Clear site cache after activation
  • Contact support if problems persist

# Getting Support

Need help with installation?

  1. Check our documentation
  2. Visit the support forum
  3. Pro users: Access premium support through your account
  4. Contact us directly for urgent issues

# Post-Installation Setup

  1. Verify Plugin Activation

    • Check Plugins page to ensure the plugin is active
    • Look for the plugin settings in your WordPress admin menu
  2. Configure Plugin Settings

    • No additional configuration needed
    • Plugin is ready to use with Elementor
  3. Verify Dependencies

    • Confirm Elementor Pro is active
    • Verify ACF Pro is installed and activated

# Next Steps

After successful installation:

  1. Create your first ACF Repeater field
  2. Set up a Loop Item template
  3. Configure the Loop Grid widget