JR Post to Photocard Maker

by Jewel Rana

Description

JR Post to Photocard Maker is a powerful yet easy-to-use WordPress plugin that allows you to create stunning visual post photo cards from any WordPress post content or entirely custom cards without a post. Perfect for social media sharing, marketing materials, and promotional graphics.

Key Features

Custom Post Type Support – Works with WooCommerce, Events, Courses, Portfolio, and any CPT
Settings Page – Configure defaults for watermark, background, colors, and more
Visual Front-End Editor – No admin dashboard needed, create cards directly on your site
Live Preview – See changes in real-time as you design
Full Customization – Control colors, fonts, overlays, and alignment
Custom Backgrounds – Upload your own images or use post featured images
Watermark Support – Add your logo with customizable position and opacity
Default Settings – Set site-wide defaults for consistent branding
One-Click Download – Export high-quality PNG images instantly
Unique Naming – Automatically generates unique filename
User-Friendly – Requires login for access control
Custom Card Without a Post – Create a card by entering a custom title, description, and date, no post needed

How It Works

Install and activate the plugin
Go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker
Configure default watermark, background, and design settings
Click “Create PhotoCard” from any post in your post list
Customize your card using the visual editor (or use default settings)
Download your professional post card as PNG
Or Create a custom card without a post by going to the Card Generator page and entering a custom title, description, and date.

Perfect For

Social media managers creating shareable graphics
WooCommerce stores promoting products visually
Event organizers creating event announcements
Course creators marketing their courses
Bloggers promoting their content
Marketing teams designing promotional materials
Content creators building visual assets
Portfolio sites showcasing work
Real estate agencies featuring properties
Anyone wanting to create beautiful post cards quickly

Technical Details

Uses html2canvas for high-quality image generation
No external APIs required
Lightweight and fast
Clean, modern codebase
WordPress coding standards compliant
Translation ready

Privacy Policy

JR Post to Photocard Maker does not collect, store, or transmit any user data. All image generation happens locally in the browser using JavaScript. Uploaded images are handled through WordPress’s standard media library.

Support

For support, please visit the plugin’s support forum on WordPress.org or contact us through our website.

Credits

html2canvas library by Niklas von Hertzen – https://html2canvas.hertzen.com/
Icons and design inspired by modern web standards

Roadmap

Planned features for future releases:

Additional styles and layouts
Batch generation for multiple posts
Image filters and effects
Social media direct publishing
Template import/export
Advanced custom field mapping
Admin settings dashboard enhancements

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Installation

Automatic Installation

Log in to your WordPress admin panel
Navigate to Plugins Add New
Search for “JR Post to Photocard Maker”
Click “Install Now” and then “Activate”

Manual Installation

Download the plugin ZIP file
Log in to your WordPress admin panel
Navigate to Plugins Add New Upload Plugin
Choose the ZIP file and click “Install Now”
Activate the plugin

After Activation

The plugin automatically creates a “JR Post to Photocard Maker” page
Go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker to configure defaults
Upload your default watermark/logo
Set default background image (optional)
Configure default colors and design settings
Find “Create PhotoCard” links in your Posts list
Start creating beautiful post cards with your branding!
Create Custom card without a post by entering a custom title, description, and date

Screenshots

The Visual Front-End Editor where you customize your photocard.
The Settings Page for configuring watermarks and default colors.
Example of a 'Modern' style photocard generated from a post.
The 'Create PhotoCard' button as it appears in the WordPress Post list.

Faq

Do I need any coding knowledge?

No! The plugin provides a visual interface that anyone can use. Simply click, customize, and download.

Can I use my own images?

Yes! You can upload custom background images and custom watermark logos.

What image format is supported for download?

Post cards are downloaded as high-quality PNG images with transparent support.

Can I set default branding for all cards?

Yes! Go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker to upload a default watermark/logo and background image. You can also set default colors, fonts, overlay settings, and more. These defaults will be applied to all new cards, saving you time while maintaining consistent branding.

Where do I upload my logo?

Go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker in your WordPress admin. In the “Watermark Settings” section, you’ll find an option to upload your default watermark/logo. This will be used on all cards unless you upload a different one in the editor.

Can I set a default background image?

Yes! In Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker, you can upload a default background image that will be used when a post doesn’t have a featured image, or when creating blank cards.

Is there a file size limit for uploads?

Upload limits are determined by your WordPress/server configuration. The plugin uses standard WordPress media handling.

Do I need to be logged in?

Yes, the JR Post to Photocard Maker page requires users to be logged in for security.

Can I use this with WooCommerce products?

Yes! Go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker and check the “Products” post type. You’ll then see the “Create PhotoCard” button on all your WooCommerce products. Perfect for creating product promotion images for social media!

Does it work with custom post types?

Absolutely! The plugin automatically detects all public post types (WooCommerce Products, Events, Courses, Portfolio, etc.). Simply go to Settings JR Post to Photocard Maker and select which post types you want to enable. The “Create PhotoCard” button will appear for those post types.

What custom post types are supported?

All public custom post types! This includes WooCommerce Products, The Events Calendar events, LearnDash courses, portfolio items, and any custom post type created by themes or plugins. If it’s a public post type, you can use it.

Will this slow down my site?

No! The plugin only loads its assets on the JR Post to Photocard Maker page, ensuring optimal performance.

Can I create a card without using an existing WordPress post?

Yes! JR Post to Photocard Maker lets you create fully custom cards by entering your own title, description, and date no post required. This makes it perfect for one-off promotions, announcements, or social media graphics.

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Changelog

1.0.0

Initial release
Visual front-end editor with live preview
Settings page for default configurations
Default watermark/logo upload
Default background image upload
Default color, font, and template settings
Settings link on plugins page
3 pre-built styles (Modern, Classic, Minimal)
Custom background image upload
Watermark/logo support with position and opacity controls
Image quality settings (1x, 2x, 3x)
Enable/disable for posts and pages
Color and font customization
Text alignment options
Unique filename generation
WordPress coding standards compliant
Custom card without a post