FLW Secure Updates – Local

The backbone for all FrostLine Works plugins
One lightweight plugin that ties all FrostLine Works plugins together, organizes them into a clean dashboard, and securely handles updates, subscriptions, and shared settings.

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Why FLW Secure Updates

  • Required foundation: Every FrostLine Works plugin runs on FLW Secure Updates. It’s always installed, always active.
  • Central hub: All FrostLine Works plugins appear under one menu with a consistent UI.
  • Global settings: Enter shared values—like Stripe keys—once and every plugin inherits them.
  • Secure updates: If you’re subscribed, updates flow automatically through WordPress’ native updater.
  • No middlemen: Updates come directly from my private repository server—no third-party licensing services.

Who it’s for

Anyone who uses FrostLine Works plugins.

  • Free users: Required to install and organize your plugins.
  • Paid subscribers: Unlock secure auto-updates, subscription management, and promotions.

What it does

  • Organizes your plugins: One menu, one dashboard, no clutter.
  • Provides global settings: Stripe keys and other shared options stored once, reused everywhere.
  • Delivers updates: Customers with active subscriptions get auto-updates through WordPress’ native updater.
  • Enforces access: Subscriptions are checked against my private repo server.
  • Supports promotions: Coupons and campaigns for renewals or upgrades.
  • Logs & visibility: View update history, subscriptions, and client activity.

How it works

  1. Install FLW Secure Updates: Required before any FrostLine Works plugin.
  2. Activate your plugins: They appear under the FLW Secure Updates menu.
  3. Enter global settings: Provide Stripe/public keys and other shared options once.
  4. Subscribe (if needed): Paid plugins or plans are enforced through my private repo server.
  5. Get updates: WordPress detects new versions automatically—if you’re entitled.

Security by design

  • HMAC-signed requests: Every request is authenticated and tamper-evident.
  • Rotating nonces: Time-boxed tokens reduce replay risk.
  • Rate limiting: Throttles abusive traffic.
  • Scoped authorization: Server-side checks confirm site, plan, and entitlement on every update request.
  • Logs tab: See anomalies, traces, and update events.

Key Features

  • Native updater: Updates show exactly where WordPress users expect.
  • Private repo integration: All updates are served from my private FrostLine Works server.
  • Licensing: Stripe-powered subscriptions and renewals. Instant revoke/restore.
  • Dashboards: Clients, Subscriptions, Logs, Promotions, Settings.
  • REST API: Secure endpoints for registration, updates, and sync.
  • Global plugin manager: All FrostLine Works plugins unified in one clean menu.

For developers & site owners

  • Zero friction: Customers never leave the WordPress updater UI.
  • Ownership: You keep working normally—updates just arrive.
  • Growth levers: Built-in promotions and easy subscription upgrades.
  • Confidence: Visibility into who can access what and why.

FAQ

Is FLW Secure Updates required?
Yes. Every FrostLine Works plugin depends on it, even if you don’t pay for updates.

What if I don’t subscribe?
You can use the plugin, but you won’t get auto-updates or new versions.

Does this use WordPress’ native updater?
Yes. Updates appear exactly where you expect.

Can I revoke access to my own plugins?
No—only FrostLine Works manages subscriptions and entitlements.

Does this work for themes?
Not currently—plugins only.

What payment processors are supported?
Stripe is built in.

Does it store data on my site?
Only what’s needed for secure communication with the FrostLine Works repo server.

Ready to get started?

Install FLW Secure Updates once.
Add any FrostLine Works plugin.
Organize everything, manage settings, and—if subscribed—get secure, automatic updates.

Download FLW Secure Updates