=== Vertical Timeline Widget for Elementor ===
Contributors: satindersingh,coolplugins,narinder-singh,rafiul17
Donate link: https://paypal.me/CoolPlugins/10USD/
Tags: Elementor, vertical-timeline, elementor-timeline, timeline, widget
Requires at least: 5.2
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.2
Stable tag: 2.7.1
License: GPL v2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
 
Use a vertical timeline widget for Elementor to showcase your journey, story, milestones, or roadmap directly inside Elementor.

== Description ==
**Vertical Timeline Widget for Elementor** is a powerful plugin that helps you showcase your company history, achievements, personal journey, milestones, and more in a **vertical timeline layout**, directly inside the **Elementor editor**.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=07rIF-qEWgA

Simply **drag**, **drop**, and **customize** your timeline stories without writing a single line of code.

### Key Features
* **Vertical Timeline Layouts:** Display your timeline in a one-sided or both-sided vertical layout that alternates stories on the left and right side.

* **Add Images:** Visually tell your timeline story by adding interactive images. 

* **Timeline Customization:** Customize your timeline's colors, typography, icons, spacing, and more directly inside Elementor.

* **Story Direction:** Choose how stories flow in the vertical timeline to match your content structure.

* **Compatible with all WordPress Themes:** Vertical Timeline widget plugin is fully compatible with all WordPress themes.

* **Fully Responsive:** This plugin is fully responsive, ensuring that your timeline displays perfectly on all screen sizes.

**[Check Demos](https://cooltimeline.com/elementor-widget/vertical-timeline-widget-for-elementor/?utm_source=vtwe_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=check_demos)**
                
### Upgrade to Pro Version
You have to upgrade to **[Timeline Widget Pro](https://cooltimeline.com/plugin/elementor-timeline-widget-pro/?utm_source=vtwe_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=get_pro&utm_content=upgrade_to_pro#pricing)** to unlock more advanced features like: 
* **Layout Options:** Choose from Vertical, Horizontal, and more timeline layouts to match your design needs.
* **Advanced Style Settings:** Easily adjust text size, fonts, and colors for each story in your timeline.
* **Image/Video/Slideshow:** Add images, videos, or slideshows to your timeline.
* **Ajax Load More:** Load more stories as users scroll down the timeline.
* **Story Migration:** You can easily migrate all your existing timeline stories to Timeline Widget Pro for Elementor without any data loss.

### Check our other plugins demos
                                                                                                                                                                    
* **Cool Timeline:** Display your company's history, product roadmaps, personal stories, or key events using the built-in block or via simple shortcode. [View Demo](https://cooltimeline.com/demo/free-timeline/?utm_source=vtwe_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=ctl_free_demo)
* **Timeline Block For Gutenberg:** Create interactive timelines directly within the WordPress Block Editor to display step-by-step tutorials, a company's history, and a product roadmap. [View Demo](https://cooltimeline.com/demo/gutenberg-timeline-block/?utm_source=vtwe_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=tbg_free_demo)
* **Timeline Module Pro For Divi:** Showcase your personal story or company history using stunning vertical or horizontal timelines directly inside the Divi Builder. [View Demo](https://cooltimeline.com/divi/?utm_source=vtwe_plugin&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=demo&utm_content=tmdivi_pro_demo)

== Installation ==

* Ensure that you have installed and activated the Elementor and Vertical Timeline Widget for Elementor.
* Next, go to your Elementor editor, drag & drop the Timeline Widget, and create your timeline story.
* Use the settings to customize your timeline's style, colors, animations, and more.
* Once your timeline is ready, publish it on your site to share your story with your visitors.

== Screenshot ==

1.  Vertical Timeline Widget Demo Preview
2.  Both Sided Layout Preview 
3.  One Sided Layout Preview
2.  Timeline Item Content Settings
4.  Timeline Style & Advanced Settings

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

=Does this plugin work with Elementor Free?=
Yes. Vertical Timeline Widget for Elementor works perfectly with the free version of Elementor.

=Can I display timelines on both sides?=
Yes. You can choose between a one-sided vertical layout or a both-sided layout for your timeline story.

=Can I add images/videos/slideshows to timeline stories?
Yes, you can add images to each timeline story, but to add videos and slideshows, you'll need to upgrade to Timeline Widget Pro for Elementor.

=Will my timeline data be lost after upgrading?=
No. Timeline Widget Pro for Elementor supports story migration with zero data loss.

=Is coding required to use this plugin?=
Not at all. Everything is controlled through Elementor's visual editor.

=How can I report security bugs?=
You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team helps validate, triage, and handle any security vulnerabilities. [Report a security vulnerability](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/template-events-calendar).

== Changelog ==

= Version 2.7.1 | 19 December 2025 =
* Updated: Dashboard Links.
* Tested up to:  Elementor 3.33.5 

= Version 2.7 | 19 December 2025 =
* New: Added One-Sided Timeline layout.
* Fix: Resolved various minor bugs and stability issues.

= Version 2.6.3 | 10 December 2025 =
* Added helpful timeline plugin recommendations to make it easier for users to discover related features.

= Version 2.6.2 | 02 December 2025 =
* Fixed an issue where the timeline was not visible on the front end.

= Version 2.6.1 | 27 November 2025 =
* Transferred plugin ownership to [Satinder Singh](https://profiles.wordpress.org/satindersingh/) (Co-founder, [Cool Plugins](https://coolplugins.net)).
* Refreshed plugin icon and banner assets for a modern and consistent visual identity.
* Implemented several code optimizations to improve stability and maintainability.
* Renamed plugin to "Vertical Timeline Widget for Elementor" for better clarity and branding.

= Version 2.5 | 14 July 2025 =
* Removed the Licensing/Trademark violation.

= Version 2.4 | 04 May 2025 =
* Removed Elementor deprecated functions.

= Version 2.3 | 21 March 2024 =
* Removed the "notice" folder due to vulnerability-related issues.

= Version 2.2 | 17 March 2024 =
* Added heading tag option for the title.
* Rechecked vulnerability (CVSS: 5.4).

= Version 2.1 | 10 December 2023 =
* Fixed medium-severity vulnerability (CVE-2023-49755).
* Vulnerability Type: Broken Access Control (CVSS: 5.4)

= Version 2.0 | 02 January 2023 =
* Tested with WordPress 6.11.
* Tested with Elementor 3.9.2.
* Fixed several bugs.

= Version 1.9 | 31 August 2022 =
* Tested with the latest WordPress version.
* Tested with the latest Elementor version.
* Fixed some bugs.

= Version 1.8 | 24 April 2022 =
* Checked compatibility with WordPress 5.9.
* Checked compatibility with Elementor 3.6.4.

= Version 1.6 | 08 September 2021 =
* Fixed front-end editing bug.
* Fixed Elementor deprecated function warnings.
* Checked compatibility with WordPress 5.8.
* Checked compatibility with Elementor 3.4.3.

= Version 1.5 | 17 September 2020 =
* Fixed bugs.

= Version 1.3 | 16 September 2020 =
* Added box direction.
* Organized widget controls.
* Fixed bugs.

= Version 1.2 | 16 January 2019 =
* Added image option and image style tab.
* Added box style options.
* Enabled content updates without page refresh.

= Version 1.1 =
* Added Style tab.
* Added title color, typography, and timeline color options.

= Version 1.0 | 21 October 2018 =
* Initial release.
