Felan 1.1.6 - Freelance Marketplace and Job Board WordPress Theme

Felan - Freelance Marketplace and Job Board WordPress Theme

Felan is a powerful and flexible Freelance Marketplace & Job Board WordPress Theme that enables building platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, PeoplePerHour, Naukri, or FlexJobs — all without coding.

Core theme features

• 21+ Predefined different homepage layouts: Felan comes with 16+ awesome homepage layouts for Freelance Marketplace and Job Board. All homepage layouts are included in the demo content file.
• Responsive Design: Fully responsive and mobile-friendly, ensuring compatibility across devices.
• Multi-language Support: Fully compatible with WPML for creating a multi-language site.
• One-Click Demo Import: Easily import demo content to set up the site quickly.
• Customizable Branding: Options for customizing branding such as logos, colors, or fonts to match the employer’s brand identity.
• SEO Optimized: Designed with SEO best practices to improve search engine rankings.
• RTL Support: Right-to-Left language support for Arabic, Hebrew, and similar scripts.
• Custom Widgets: Includes custom widgets for additional functionality and easier customization.
• Blog Section: Integrated blog section for news, updates, and articles.
• GDPR Compliance: Built-in features to help make your site GDPR compliant.
• Custom Shortcodes: A variety of shortcodes for adding elements without coding.
• Free Lifetime Updates & Support: Free lifetime updates and dedicated support after purchase.
• Detailed documentation online: Extensive guides to set up and customize Felan.
• Elementor Visualize Drop & Drag Page Builder: Fast, intuitive page building and customization.
• Child-theme ready: Override template files via a child theme and update safely.
• Polylang & Translation Ready: Compatible with translation plugins for multilingual layouts.
• Mega Menu: Mega menu with banners and advanced display options.
• Video Tutorials: Comprehensive tutorials to guide setup and customization.

Freelance features

• Freelancer Profiles: Create and customize profiles detailing about, work experience, education, skills, services, and portfolios.
• Service Listing: List and customize services with descriptions, pricing, delivery times, media, FAQs, skills, and offerings.
• Service Packages: Multiple packages (basic, standard, premium) with different pricing and features.
• Dashboard for Freelancers: Earnings, orders, and performance insights in a centralized dashboard.
• Job Application: Browse job listings and submit proposals directly to employers.
• Project Application: Browse project listings and submit proposals directly to employers.
• Portfolio Display: Showcase previous work to attract buyers.
• SEO Optimized: Profiles and services are optimized for search engine rankings.
• Payment Integration: Multiple gateways to receive payments conveniently.
• Review and Rating System: Buyers can leave reviews and ratings for freelancers.
• Service Tagging: Tags to categorize services for easier discovery.
• Order Management: Track and manage orders and communications with buyers.
• Service Analytics: Detailed analytics on views, clicks, and conversions.
• Notification System: Real-time alerts for new orders, messages, and updates.
• Messaging System: Integrated chat for clarifications and updates.
• Service Extras: Optional add-ons or upgrades within service listings.
• Withdrawal Options: Various withdrawal methods (bank transfers, PayPal, etc.).

Employer features

• Employer Dashboard: Central hub to manage job postings, project postings, proposals, and freelancer communications.
• Job and Project Posting Management: Create and manage jobs and projects with ease.
• Proposal Review: Review and manage freelancer proposals directly within the dashboard.
• Hiring & Interview Scheduling: Tools to schedule interviews and manage hiring steps.
• Project Management Tools: Track ongoing projects and ensure timely delivery.
• Payment Management: Seamless integration with payment gateways for secure transactions.
• Notifications & Alerts: Automated alerts for new proposals, messages, and updates.
• Favorite Freelancers: Bookmark freelancers for future collaborations.
• Social Login: Sign in with social media accounts for convenience.
• Customizable Job Packages: Create custom packages with varying pricing and features.
• Featured Jobs: Highlight important or high-priority jobs.
• Employer Profile: Showcase company details, projects, and ratings.
• Communication Tools: Built-in real-time messaging with freelancers.
• Reporting & Analytics: Detailed reports on postings, freelancer performance, and outcomes.
• Wallet System: Manage funds and track payments within the platform’s wallet.

Service listing features

• Custom Service Categories: Organize offerings under user-defined categories.
• Service Pricing Options: Multiple pricing tiers (basic, standard, premium).
• Service Packages: Range of packages with varying pricing and features.
• Service Descriptions: Detailed descriptions of features and requirements.
• Image and Video Galleries: Media to showcase services.
• Service Add-ons: Optional upgrades for additional value.
• Service FAQs: FAQ sections addressing common questions.
• Custom Delivery Timeframes: Set delivery times for services.
• Client Reviews and Ratings: Post-delivery feedback visible on listings.
• Order Management System: End-to-end tracking of service requests.
• Customizable Service Templates: Templates for consistent listings.
• SEO Optimization: Listings are optimized to improve search visibility.
• Multilingual Support: Services can be listed in multiple languages.

Project listing features

• Detailed Project Descriptions: Comprehensive scope, requirements, and deadlines.
• Project Categories: Organize into categories for easier discovery.
• Budget Display: Clear budgeting to inform bids and applications.
• Advanced Filters: Find opportunities by category, budget, deadline, and more.
• Bid Management: Submit and manage bids with proposals and client review.
• Private Messaging: Direct messaging within project listings.
• Project Status Updates: Update statuses like In Progress, Completed, Cancelled.
• Invite Freelancers: Invite specific freelancers to bid or apply.
• Featured Projects: Promote selected projects for higher visibility.
• Project Comparisons: Compare multiple projects to inform decisions.
• SEO-Friendly Listings: Optimized for search engines to attract talent.
• Bookmark Projects: Save projects for quick access later.
• Project Expiry Dates: Automatic removal after expiry.
• Custom Fields: Admin-defined fields to capture specific information.
• Responsive Design: Fully responsive project listings.
• Client Ratings: Freelancers can view ratings of clients.
• Admin Approval: Admins can require project approval before going live.

Job listing features

• Advanced Search and Filter Options: Find jobs by location, type, salary, and more.
• Job Alerts and Notifications: Alerts based on keywords, types, or locations.
• Private Messaging: Direct messaging between employers and candidates.
• Apply Options: Multiple methods including internal, external, email, and phone.
• Featured Job Listings: Highlight jobs at the top of results.
• Social Media Integration: Share jobs across platforms for visibility.
• Related Job Listings: Suggestions for similar opportunities.
• Company Profiles: Company information, culture, and benefits.
• Ratings and Reviews: Candidates rate and review companies.
• Resume/CV Management: Upload and manage resumes/CVs.
• Video and Audio Interviews: Integrated interview tools (e.g., Zoom, Skype).
• Subscription Plans: Packages to post and feature job listings.
• Job Listing Moderation: Admin review before going live.
• Multi-language Support: Localization for a global audience.
• Flexible Payment Methods: Multiple options including credit cards and PayPal.
• Automatic Job Expiration: Listings expire after a set duration.
• Advanced Reporting and Analytics: Detailed analytics on job listings.
• Custom Fields & Taxonomies: Additional fields to improve matching.
• Video Job Descriptions: Create video descriptions to attract candidates.
• Responsive Design: Optimized for any device.

Admin features

• User Role Management: Manage roles and permissions for employers, freelancers, etc.
• Advanced Analytics Dashboard: Site-wide performance, postings, revenue insights.
• Job Listing Moderation: Approve or reject postings before publication.
• Customizable Registration Forms: Create and modify forms for employers and freelancers.
• Payment Gateway Integration: Manage multiple gateways for listings and packages.
• Email Notifications: Automated emails for actions like new postings or submissions.
• Commission Management: Set and manage commission rates for listings and services.
• Multi-language Support: Manage platform content in multiple languages.
• SEO Settings: Optimize meta tags and descriptions for listings.
• Ad Management: Create, manage, and monetize ad spaces.
• User Verification: Implement verification processes for authenticity.
• Custom Fields & Taxonomies: Add and manage extra fields for postings and profiles.
• Database Management: Tools for backup, restore, and optimization.
• Security Settings: SSL, data protection, firewall integration.
• GDPR Compliance Tools: Data export and delete requests handling.
• Reporting & Logs: Access detailed logs and activity reports.
• Theme Customization Options: Extensive appearance and layout controls.
• Plugin Compatibility Management: Check and manage third-party plugin compatibility.
• Scheduled Jobs: Automate backups, updates, and data cleanups.
• Support for Multi-Site Networks: Manage multiple sites from a single dashboard.

Supported plugins

• Felan Framework
• Elementor
• Contact Form 7
• MailChimp
• Loco Translation

Support

Stuck? Need help? Check Felan Docs website or visit our Support Portal to find FAQ and a way to contact us.

Changelog

Theme Version 1.1.6 – Nov 6, 2025

• Fix: Review feature issue
• Update: Service categories widget can show empty item
• Fix: Some typo errors
• Fix: Remove required email for internal apply

Theme Version 1.1.5 – Sep Oct, 2025

• [Added] Wordfence 2FA compatibility (send wfotp in AJAX login)
• [Added] Payout information for employer/freelancer
• [Added] Add comprehensive Schema.org markup for all post types
• [Added] Google reCaptcha V3.
• [Added] Admin security system block non-admin users from admin area
• [Fixed] Missing felan_image_captcha function
• [Fixed] resolve Google Maps Api error and fix vadiation errors
• [Fixed] prevent empty email to freelancer on proposal submit; remove duplicate approved_proposal template
• [Removed] Custom reCAPTCHA
• [Fixed] Missing context in filter search archive pages.
• [Fixed] Imporve JobPosting schema for Google Jobs compliance
• [Fixed] Show old message when create new account.
• [Fixed] Order service display wrong package info.
• [Updated] WooCommerce template version
• [Updated] Update nonce handling for plugin activation and deactivation actions

Theme Version 1.1.4 – Sep 10, 2025

• [Fixed] Fix bypass js validation in login/sign up form
• [Fixed] Update css/js file follow theme version
• [Added] Mail template mail send for user after user get approval from admin
• [Fixed] Skill tab select icon unclickable
• [Added] Add FE validate function for login form
• [Added] add admin security system block non-admin users from admin area

Theme Version 1.1.3 – Aug 18, 2025

• [Fixed] Woo templates outdated
• [Fixed] Hiding info of freelance not working
• [Added] Select month and year for date of birth
• [Fixed] Version control follow framework version instead of hardcode
• [Added] Display logic check if no salary for service card
• [Fixed] Remove console log

Theme Version 1.1.2 – Jun 12, 2025

• [Fixed] Error Import Demo
• [Fixed] Improve UI/UX for Proposal Table in Dashboard
• [Fixed] Some CSS and JS

Theme Version 1.1.1 – May 25, 2025

• [Updated] Identity verify for Freelance and Employer
• [Updated] Translation missing
• [Improve] New UI design for Proposal apply table
• [Fixed] Dashboard header disappears
• [Fixed] Some CSS and JS

Theme Version 1.1.0 – Apr 9, 2025

• [Added] Support for Grok and DeepSeek AI APIs
• [Updated] Improved handling of plural translations
• [Updated] Google login flow with new prompt method
• [Fixed] Incorrect payment amount calculation when purchasing services with add-ons
• [Fixed] Issue with sending images and files in messages
• [Fixed] Withdrawal fees incorrectly returned to freelancer's balance — freelancer balance now properly resets to 0
• [Fixed] Some CSS and JS

Theme Version 1.0.9 – Mar 6, 2025

• [Updated] AI-powered generators: Project description generator. Service description generator
• [Added] Custom fields to filters.
• [Added] Custom fields for services.
• [Added] File upload options (PDF, DOC, ZIP) in custom fields.

Theme Version 1.0.8 – Jan 24, 2025

• [Added] Send files, and images in the chat message system
• [Fixed] Error Import Demo
• [Fixed] Some CSS and JS

Theme Version 1.0.7 – Dec 24, 2024

• [Update] Send Email and Notification
• For Employers: Updates on freelancer actions for projects, services, and job applications, including proposals, disputes, messages, and job applications.
• For Freelancers and candidates: Alerts for employer actions on services, jobs, and projects, such as orders, reviews, disputes, and application outcomes.
• [Added] Quick Company Creation Feature on the Job Submission Page
• [Added] Phone number field in the Sign Up form
• [Added] Option to Select Multiple Categories When Posting a Job, Service, or Project
• [Improvemented] Salary Filter for Jobs, Services, and Projects

Theme Version 1.0.5 – Nov 29, 2024

• [Updated] Enhanced chat and file-sharing features between employers and freelancers after project engagement.
• [Updated] Employers can now initiate disputes if they are dissatisfied with ongoing freelance projects.
• [Updated] Integrated Razorpay as a payment method for purchasing services and packages.
• [Added] Custom fields for projects to enable better project management.
• [Added] Social network signup widget with a modern user form built in Elementor.
• [Added] Option to hide the "Portfolio" tab in freelancer profiles.
• [Improved] Proposal submission process for applying to projects.

Theme Version 1.0.4 – Nov 4, 2024

• [Update] Service History: Chat and send file features between Employer and Freelancer after they engage in service.
• [Update] Refund and Dispute: Employers can create a dispute if they are not comfortable with the Freelance services they are working on.
• [Update] More layout demos for Job detail
• [Added] Header builder for User Dashboard
• [Added] Option switch between KM (World) and Miles (US)
• [Fixed] Error set the phone number in theme options.
• [Fixed] Error can not change the background color for search in Theme Option.
• [Fixed] Send message between freelancer and employer
• [Fixed] Improvement UI/UX
• [Fixed] Some CSS and Responsive.

Theme Version 1.0.3 – Oct 15, 2024

• Update: New Job Board demo - https://felan.ricetheme.com/home-19/, https://felan.ricetheme.com/home-20/
• Update: RTL layouts.
• Update: Live search on header.
• Update: More header style.
• Update: Gallery for Freelancer profile detail.
• Update: Pending status on Freelancer archive page.
• Update: Choose default Employer or Freelancer account when Signup.
• Update: Switch between Employer and Freelancer account roles.
• Fixed: Freelance wallet bug.
• Fixed: Improve UI/UX.
• Fixed: Some CSS and Responsive.

Theme Version 1.0.2 – Oct 7, 2024

• Update: New Job Board demo - https://felan.ricetheme.com/home-18/
• Update: Job Alert Subscribe - https://felan.ricetheme.com/job-alerts/
• Fixed: Improve UI/UX
• Fixed: Some CSS and Responsive

Theme Version 1.0.1 – Sep 27, 2024

• Update: New Freelance Marketplace demo - 17: https://felan.ricetheme.com/home-17/
• Update: AI auto write description for Job detail
• Update: Sign Up with Linkedin
• Fixed: Verify Purchase Code
• Fixed: Can't save in Theme Option
• Fixed: Error Paginate Service
• Fixed: Arrange and Edit text in the Dashboard
• Fixed: Some CSS and Responsive