BigBad Store Hours
Show whether your store is open or closed (and when it closes) using shortcodes, plus an optional floating status bar.
Use with caution
BigBad Store Hours works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 1 week ago
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
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Daily downloads
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Rankings
Where BigBad Store Hours stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| business hours | >100 |
| Opening Hours | >100 |
| store hours | #73 |
| woocommerce | >100 |
About BigBad Store Hours
From the official readme · v1.5.3Description
BigBad Store Hours adds simple, reliable “Open / Closed” output anywhere on your site with shortcodes. You can also enable an optional floating status bar and (optionally) show notices in WooCommerce cart/checkout.
Features
* Weekly schedule editor (Mon-Sun)
* “Closing soon” messaging (minutes before close)
* Optional floating status bar (top/bottom) with style presets
* Shortcodes for: full status, today’s hours, a weekly table, and a countdown
* Optional WooCommerce cart/checkout notices (if WooCommerce is active)
Shortcodes
[bbsh_store_hours]– Open/closed status with messaging[bbsh_store_hours_today]– Today’s hours (e.g., “Mon: 10:00-21:00”)[bbsh_store_hours_table]– Weekly hours table[bbsh_store_hours_countdown]– Countdown until close (when open)
Installation
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/or install via the Plugins screen. - Activate BigBad Store Hours.
- Go to BigBad Store Hours > Settings and set your weekly schedule.
- Add a shortcode to any page/post (see Shortcodes section).
Frequently asked questions
Does this require WooCommerce?
No. WooCommerce integration is optional and only affects cart/checkout notices.
What time format should I use for hours?
You can use either: 24-hour: 10:00-21:00 or 09:30-17:15 12-hour: 10am-9pm or 9:30am-5:15pm Use start-end and separate multiple ranges with commas, e.g. 09:00-12:00,13:00-17:00.
Can I disable the floating bar and only use shortcodes?
Yes – just disable the bar in settings and use shortcodes wherever you like.
Changelog
Removes an incorrect trial offer from the Pro notice. No changes to how the plugin works; safe upgrade.
1.5.3 – 2026-09-30
- Removed incorrect trial offer; upgrade notice now links to the plugin’s page.
- The Pro notice now shows only on the Plugins screen and this plugin’s own admin pages, and stays dismissed once dismissed.
1.5.2 – 2026-07-23
- New: added “Getting Started” and “How It Works” admin pages so first-run setup and the status engine are documented in-plugin.
- New: a dismissible Pro notice for administrators (hidden automatically once Pro is active).
- Change: the in-plugin “Upgrade” links now point to the plugin product page instead of the site homepage.
1.5.1 – 2026-05-21
- Compatibility bump. Re-verified against current WordPress release.
- Raised Requires PHP floor to 7.4 (PHP 7.0-7.3 are EOL).
- No functional changes.
1.5.0
- Admin: Fixed dark mode CSS – settings page card backgrounds now adapt to all WordPress admin color schemes (was hardcoded white).
- Admin: Removed misleading “ADVANCED” label from free shortcodes ([bbsh_store_hours_table], [bbsh_store_hours_countdown]).
- Admin: Order cutoff and prep buffer settings now clearly labeled as Pro-only; honest inline note added.
- Admin: Added Pro features tease card showing upcoming Pro features (disabled, single upgrade CTA).
- Admin: Rebuilt “How to Use” admin page – now includes full shortcode reference, holiday override syntax with examples, known limitations, and Free vs. Pro comparison table.
- Admin: Added “Reset to Defaults” button to settings page.
- Fix: PHP bug in per-day cutoff helper – $day variable was accidentally commented out on the same line as its doc comment.
- Fix: WooCommerce cart/checkout notices now use plain text output, resolving potential HTML stripping by wp_kses.
- Fix: Removed leftover dead-code if(true) wrappers from state calculation and shortcode functions.
- Fix: Removed duplicate float_position save in settings POST handler.
- Fix: Corrected malformed HTML in settings page (span element closed with wrong tag).
- Docs: Fixed malformed FAQ entry in readme.txt (duplicated question text).
- Docs: Cleaned up stray blank lines in Changelog and Upgrade Notice sections.
1.4.4
- Compatibility: Align text domain with currently reserved slug during review (store-hours).
- Compatibility: Remove deprecated manual translation loading for WordPress.org hosted plugins.
- Admin: Explicitly set scripts to load in footer.
1.4.3
- Add floating widget display option and conversational messaging.
- Fix sticky placement and z-index for widget and bar.
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FAQ
BigBad Store Hours: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 11, 2026
Is BigBad Store Hours free?
Yes. BigBad Store Hours is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is BigBad Store Hours safe to use in 2026?
BigBad Store Hours works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 week ago, and scores 59/100 on our health check.
How many websites use BigBad Store Hours?
BigBad Store Hours is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 876 times since it launched in February 2026. It was downloaded 139 times in the last 30 days.
Does BigBad Store Hours work with WordPress 7.1?
BigBad Store Hours is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does BigBad Store Hours need?
BigBad Store Hours requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was BigBad Store Hours last updated?
The latest version, 1.5.3, was released on October 1, 2026 (1 week ago).
Who makes BigBad Store Hours?
BigBad Store Hours is developed and maintained by Jordan Alexander.
What are the best alternatives to BigBad Store Hours?
The most popular alternatives to BigBad Store Hours are Business Hours Indicator (8K+ installs), We’re Open! (5K+ installs) and ITBoffins Live Opening Hour… (100+ installs).
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