WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub)
WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) is needs configuration with Simply Static. Recommended setup: Simply Static Studio.
About this Plugin
This plugin implements the WebSub protocol (formerly known as PubSubHubbub) for WordPress. It enables real-time notifications when your blog is updated and provides a subscriber API for other plugins to consume WebSub-enabled feeds.
Static WordPress Challenge
Static pages and feeds can retain WebSub hub and self links, and publication notifications work when content is published in WordPress; subscriber API functionality requires a live origin such as Static Studio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) compatible with Simply Static?
WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) works with Simply Static but needs some configuration. We recommend using Simply Static Studio for the best experience.
Which Simply Static product works best with WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub)?
Based on our analysis, WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) works best with Simply Static Studio. Simply Static is for basic static sites, Simply Static Pro adds support for search, forms, and multilingual sites, and Simply Static Studio adds AJAX proxy and REST API support for supported integrations.
Does WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) affect static build times?
WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) has approximately 100,000 active installs. Plugins with complex shortcodes or dynamic blocks may add minor overhead to the static generation pass.
What configuration does WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) need for Simply Static?
Static pages and feeds can retain WebSub hub and self links, and publication notifications work when content is published in WordPress; subscriber API functionality requires a live origin such as Static Studio.
How often is this compatibility data updated?
All plugins are re-scanned monthly. Scans run five analysis passes including an AI classifier. The last tested date at the top of this page reflects the most recent scan.