Enable Profile Photo Uploader in Registration Forms

Note: This feature was previously available for both the Account and Registration forms. However, starting with version 2.9.0, uploading a profile or cover photo is now only possible during the registration process. Uploading photos from the Account page is no longer supported due to security improvements in the file/image upload system.

Overview

This plugin provides seamless integration for users to upload their profile photos directly within the Registration Form. This feature enhances the registration process by allowing users to personalize their profiles right from the start. Upon installation and activation, users can conveniently upload their profile pictures, contributing to a more engaging and visually appealing experience.

Security Update (Version 2.9.0)

A security update introduced in version 2.9.0 improves the safety of file and image uploads. As a result, the ability to upload or change profile and cover photos has been affected:

  • Account Page: Due to security improvements in the file/image upload system, uploading a profile or cover photo is no longer supported from the Account page.
  • Registration Page: Users can still upload or change their profile photo during the registration process.

Installation

Download the Individual-Extensions.zip file from the Assets section on the Releases page in the repository. Follow the Setup guide for individual extensions to get the um-profile-photo.zip file and install it to your website. After installation and activation you should see the Ultimate Member - Enable Profile Photo in Register form plugin in the plugins table.

Setting Up Profile Photo Upload in the Registration Form

Follow these steps to integrate the profile photo upload functionality into the Registration Form after activating the plugin:

  1. Navigate to wp-admin > Ultimate Member > Forms > Edit Registration Form.

  2. Click the "+" button to add a new field in the UM Form Builder.

  3. In the Fields Manager window, select "Profile Photo" from the predefined fields.

  4. After adding the "Profile Photo" field, click the "Update" button to save the changes.

With this setup, users will be able to upload their profile photos seamlessly during registration, creating a more personalized and visually enriched profile.