General Settings
The General Settings section allows you to manage plugin behavior, data retention preferences, user permissions, version control options, and system information. These settings help administrators maintain security, control access, and manage plugin data effectively.
Plugin Preferences
The Plugin Preferences section controls how the plugin handles its stored data when the plugin is uninstalled from your WordPress website.
By default, WordPress removes only the plugin files when a plugin is deleted. However, plugin settings and stored data may remain in the database for future use.
GSheetConnector provides an option to completely remove all plugin-related data during uninstallation.
Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall
When this option is enabled, all plugin-related information will be permanently removed when the plugin is deleted.
This includes:
- Plugin settings
- Feed configurations
- Plugin options
- Stored metadata
- Integration settings
How to Enable
- Navigate to GSheetConnector → General Settings.
- Locate the Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall option.
- Enable the checkbox or toggle.
- Save the settings.
Once enabled, the plugin will perform a complete cleanup when it is uninstalled.
Things to Remember
- All plugin settings will be permanently deleted.
- Feed configurations cannot be recovered.
- Connected Google Sheet settings will be removed.
- This action cannot be undone.
- Always create a website backup before uninstalling the plugin.
Role Permissions
The Role Permissions section allows administrators to control which WordPress user roles can access and manage GSheetConnector settings.
This feature is especially useful for websites with multiple users, teams, or administrators.
Access Management
Using Access Management, you can define which WordPress roles are allowed to:
- Access the GSheetConnector plugin
- Create and manage feeds
- Configure Google Sheets integrations
- View plugin settings
- Manage plugin configurations
Only selected user roles will be able to access the plugin menu from the WordPress admin dashboard.
How to Configure Role Permissions
- Navigate to GSheetConnector → General Settings.
- Open the Role Permissions section.
- Select the user roles you want to grant access.
- Save the settings.
The selected roles will immediately gain access to the plugin features.
Permission Guidelines
Before assigning permissions, consider the following recommendations:
Allow Access To
- Site Administrators
- Trusted Editors
- Authorized Team Members
Restrict Access From
- Subscribers
- Customers
- Untrusted User Accounts
- Users who do not manage form integrations
Important Notes
- Only enabled roles can access the plugin.
- Unauthorized users will not see the plugin menu.
- Limiting access improves website security.
- Sensitive settings remain protected from unauthorized changes.
Recommended Configuration
For most websites, it is recommended to allow access only to:
- Administrators
- Trusted Editors
This helps maintain security while allowing necessary team collaboration.
Version Control
The Version Control section provides access to beta releases of the plugin.
Beta versions allow users to test upcoming features before they become publicly available.
Beta Program Access
By joining the beta program, you can receive access to:
- New features before release
- Upcoming improvements
- Experimental functionality
- Early bug fixes
- Future enhancements
This is useful for developers, testers, and advanced users who want to preview upcoming updates.
Enable Beta Updates
When enabled:
- Beta release notifications become available.
- New beta versions can be installed manually.
- You can test upcoming features before official release.
How to Enable Beta Updates
- Navigate to GSheetConnector → General Settings.
- Open the Version Control section.
- Enable the Beta Updates option.
- Save your settings.
Once enabled, you will receive notifications whenever a beta version becomes available.
Before Enabling Beta Updates
Please consider the following:
- Beta features may still be under development.
- Some features may change before the final release.
- Experimental functionality may be modified or removed.
- Minor bugs or performance issues may occur.
- Compatibility testing may still be in progress.
Recommended Usage
We strongly recommend using beta versions only on:
- Staging Websites
- Development Environments
- Test Servers
Production Website Warning
Do not enable beta versions on a live production website unless you have a complete backup and understand the associated risks.
System Status
The System Status section provides detailed technical information about your website environment.
This information is commonly requested by support teams when troubleshooting plugin-related issues.
System Information
System Information helps identify compatibility issues and provides valuable diagnostics for support requests.
The information displayed may include:
WordPress Information
- WordPress Version
- Site URL
- Home URL
- Multisite Status
- Language Settings
Server Information
- PHP Version
- Server Software
- Memory Limit
- Maximum Execution Time
- Upload Size Limits
Database Information
- Database Version
- Database Prefix
- Database Connectivity Status
Plugin Information
- GSheetConnector Version
- Active Integrations
- Connected Features
- Plugin Configuration Details
Why System Information Is Important
System Information can help:
- Troubleshoot plugin issues
- Identify server limitations
- Verify compatibility requirements
- Diagnose Google Sheets connection problems
- Assist support teams in resolving issues faster
Support Recommendation
If you contact our support team regarding any technical issue, please include the System Information details whenever possible. This helps us identify and resolve issues more efficiently.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens when I enable Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall option?
When the Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall option is enabled, all GSheetConnector-related data will be permanently removed when the plugin is deleted.
This includes:
- Plugin settings
- Feed configurations
- Integration settings
- Stored plugin metadata
Important: This action cannot be undone. We recommend taking a complete website backup before uninstalling the plugin.
Should I enable Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall option?
Enable this option only if you want to completely remove all GSheetConnector data from your WordPress website after uninstalling the plugin.
If you plan to reinstall the plugin later and keep your existing settings, do not enable this option.
Can I recover plugin settings after enabling Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall?
No. Once the plugin is deleted with this option enabled, all stored settings and configurations are permanently removed and cannot be restored.
Always create a backup before uninstalling the plugin.
Who can access GSheetConnector settings from the WordPress dashboard?
Only the WordPress user roles selected in the Role Permissions section can access and manage GSheetConnector settings.
Users without permission will not see the GSheetConnector menu in the WordPress admin panel.
Which user roles should I allow for GSheetConnector access?
We recommend allowing access only to trusted users who manage form integrations and Google Sheets settings.
Recommended roles:
- Administrators
- Trusted Editors
- Authorized Team Members
Avoid giving access to users who do not need to manage form data or integrations.
Why can't a user see the GSheetConnector menu in WordPress Admin?
If a user cannot see the GSheetConnector menu, check the Role Permissions settings.
Make sure the user’s WordPress role is enabled in the Access Management section. Only selected roles will have access to the plugin features.
Can I allow multiple users to manage Google Sheets integration settings?
Yes. You can enable multiple WordPress user roles from the Role Permissions section.
All selected roles will be able to access and manage GSheetConnector features based on their WordPress permissions.
What are Beta Updates in GSheetConnector?
Beta Updates provide early access to upcoming GSheetConnector features and improvements before they are officially released.
Beta versions are mainly designed for developers, testers, and advanced users who want to test upcoming functionality.
Are Beta Updates installed automatically after enabling them?
No. Enabling Beta Updates only allows you to receive notifications and access beta releases.
Beta versions will not be installed automatically. You can manually install them when they are available.
Should I enable Beta Updates on my live website?
We do not recommend enabling Beta Updates directly on a production website.
Beta versions may include:
- Experimental features
- Changes in functionality
- Minor bugs or compatibility issues
We recommend testing beta versions on staging or development websites first.
What should I do before installing a beta version?
Before installing any beta release, create a complete backup of your website.
A backup helps you restore your website if any compatibility or performance issue occurs after updating to a beta version.
What information is available in System Information?
The System Information section displays important details about your WordPress website, server environment, database, and GSheetConnector plugin setup.
It may include:
- WordPress version
- PHP version
- Server details
- Database information
- Plugin version and configuration details
Why does support ask for System Information details?
System Information helps our support team understand your website environment and identify possible compatibility issues.
Providing these details helps us troubleshoot problems faster and provide accurate solutions.
Can I edit or change the System Information details?
No. System Information is a read-only section.
It only displays technical information about your WordPress website and plugin environment for troubleshooting purposes.
Is System Information shared automatically with anyone?
No. System Information is only displayed inside your WordPress dashboard.
It is not shared automatically. You can provide these details manually when contacting support for troubleshooting assistance.
Why is my Google Sheets integration not working after changing user permissions?
After changing Role Permissions, make sure the user account has the required WordPress role access.
If the issue continues, verify that the Google Sheet connection, Feed Status, and integration settings are configured correctly.
What is the recommended General Settings configuration for a production website?
For a production website, we recommend:
- Allow access only to trusted administrators and editors.
- Enable Delete Plugin Data on Uninstall only when required.
- Avoid enabling Beta Updates on live websites.
- Keep regular website backups.
This helps maintain security and ensures stable plugin performance.
