What’s New at MainWP 10/29/2025
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A Few Treats
Somehow, Halloween always shows up before we’re ready for it. Kind of like those updates that pop up when you were just about to call it a day. Luckily, the only surprises we’ve got for you this week are the fun kind. We’d like to introduce you to AreaWP, a new service aimed at making agency life easier, some treats in the Early Release, and a little Monster voting is still going on. Plenty is happening in the MainWP world this week.
Check it all out below!
MainWP + AreaWP: Built for the Way Agencies Work
We’re excited to introduce you to AreaWP, a new platform built with agencies, developers, and freelancers in mind. They’ve recently integrated MainWP directly into their control panel, giving users an easier way to manage sites and hosting from one place.
AreaWP is designed for professionals who want to launch new sites quickly, include hosting or care plans, and still stay in full control of updates and performance. They call it “Website as a Service,” but in practice, it feels more like having your own mini-SaaS setup for WordPress. You can build reusable site templates, deploy new client sites in a few clicks, and keep everything secure and separated, each with its own environment rather than a shared multisite. And with MainWP integrated from the start, you keep the same management tools you already trust.
If you’ve been looking for a flexible hosting setup that plays nicely with your MainWP workflow, AreaWP is worth a look. Explore how it can help you launch, host, and manage client sites more efficiently.
Plus! AreaWP is offering a recurring 10% off to MainWP customers. Simply enter MainWP10 as your coupon code.
Black Friday is Coming Fast!
It’s almost that time of the year! For many businesses, it’s the time that can make or break the year. That’s right. It’s time to start talking Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
The team here at MainWP wants to help you fall into the “Make” Category. That’s why our Black Friday Roundup Page is back! We’ve already got close to 50 deals listed, with more being added every day!
If you’re a business with a deal, why not submit it with us? If you’re looking for one, check out the page! You might discover something you can’t live without! Click the button below to check it all out (and come back daily to see what’s new).
Don’t miss out!
No Tricks, Just Treats in the Early Release
Ever updated a plugin and felt like you accidentally woke something up that should have stayed asleep? We’ve all had those moments. That’s why the MainWP Early Release Program exists: to make sure the only surprises you get are the good kind.
Joining gives you early access to new features, the chance to try them out, and a way to share your feedback before the official release. It’s your opportunity to help shape what’s next and make sure everything runs smoothly when it goes live.
We’ve been developing version 5.5 through the Early Release, but with all the improvements packed in, it’s getting promoted to a full point update: version 6.0.
The current Early Release, v5.5-er3, brings faster site management for large dashboards, a new default dark mode that’s easy on the eyes, smarter plugin and theme deletion that no longer requires manual deactivation, and fully customizable site-change tracking. We also improved the in-dashboard Support experience so help is right where you need it.
Join the Early Release, explore what’s coming, and help us make MainWP 6.0 a real treat this season.
👉 See all the latest details
👉 Check out the full v5.5-er3 changelog
Get Even More Out of MainWP With Pro
And when you’re ready to take it up a notch, the MainWP Pro Bundle is there to expand your capabilities even further. It’s designed to ensure you get the most out of every WordPress site you manage.
The Monster’s Award 2025 Voting is Going On and We Could Use Your Vote
You already know MainWP gives you the control and flexibility that serious WordPress professionals need. Now it’s time to let the rest of the community know. The 2025 Monster’s Award is open for voting, and MainWP is nominated for Best Maintenance Plugin.
We’re holding onto the Number One Spot, but those standings can shift fast. Voting closes on November 20, and every vote counts. Take a minute to cast yours and help make this a holiday season to remember.
Let’s put MainWP back where it belongs at number one and show what this community can do together.
Quick Poll of the Week
It’s the last thing you want to experience when running an agency. Having a customer contact you and tell you that their site is down. Other than the pit in your stomach that you feel when that happens, we want to know:
What’s the first thing you do when a client says “my site is down”?
- Panic
- Clear cache
- Blame the host
- Check MainWP
- Check site from your end, then troubleshoot
Your responses are anonymous (no email address required) and help us get to know you and our community more so we can serve you better in the future.
The future awaits!
Community Spotlight
Don’t Forget – It’s the Last Thursday Of the Month!
That means that Marc will be on the WP-Tonic Round Table Show. This week, the panel will be hosting Chris Badgett from LifterLMS. It’s always a great conversation, so why not tune in?
Show Your MainWP Pride on Discord
MainWP now has an official Server Tag, and you can display it right on your profile! Simply click on the MainWP Server Name in Discord, select Server Tag, and adopt the MWP Tag.
Adding the tag lets the world know you’re part of the MainWP Community. It’s a small badge with a big meaning… and it helps other MainWP pros find you faster.
Haven’t joined the MainWP Discord Server yet? Why not do it now? It’s a great way to stay in touch real-time with the Team and the Community!
We love staying in touch with our customers, and Marc would still love to have a one-on-one chat with you! If you’re looking for an opportunity to share your experiences (good or bad), ideas, or even simply share a virtual cup of coffee, go ahead and schedule some time!
Have you joined our Facebook Users Group yet? It’s a great place to connect with other MainWP users for tips and tricks. Come hang out with the vibrant MainWP Community and up your game!
Follow us on LinkedIn, where we’ll be sharing news and updates throughout the year. We look forward to seeing you there!
Working on an integration or extension to be used with MainWP? We’d love to hear from you. Maybe we can work together! Click here to Learn all about it.
Thanks,
Dennis Dornon
Co-founder, MainWP
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