Requirements

Gear up to join the WordPress rebellion with Festinger Vault! Before diving into the 22,500+ GPL-compliant themes and plugins, ensure your system is ready to roll with these requirements. Whether you’re a freelancer, developer, or agency, we’ve kept things lean to get you building epic sites with 50,000+ code rebels in no time.

System Requirements

To use Festinger Vault (CLI, WordPress Plugin, or Manual Setup), your environment should meet these specs:

WordPress Environment

• WordPress Version: 6.2 or higher (recommended for compatibility with modern themes/plugins).
• PHP Version: 8.0 or higher (7.4 supported, but 8.0+ optimizes performance).
• Memory Limit: At least 256MB (512MB recommended for bulk downloads).
• Disk Space: 500MB free (more for large theme/plugin libraries).
• MySQL/MariaDB: 5.7 or higher (8.0 recommended).

Server Requirements

• Web Server: Apache or Nginx (Apache 2.4+ or Nginx 1.18+ recommended).
• HTTPS: SSL certificate for secure connections (required for API access).
• cURL: Enabled for plugin and CLI communication.
• File Permissions: Write access to /wp-content/ (e.g., 755 for directories, 644 for files).

Client-Side (CLI)

• Node.js: 16.0 or higher (18.0+ recommended).
• npm: 8.0 or higher (included with Node.js).
• Operating System: Windows 10+, macOS 10.15+, or Linux (Ubuntu 20.04+, Debian 10+).

Browser

• Supported Browsers: Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge.
• JavaScript: Enabled for Vault dashboard and plugin interface.
• Cookies: Enabled for authentication.

Recommended Plugins

While not required, these GPL-compliant plugins enhance your Festinger Vault experience:

• Yoast SEO: Optimize site rankings (available via Freemium Downloads).
• WP Rocket: Boost performance (available via Freemium Downloads).
• Elementor: Streamline design (available via Freemium Downloads).

Compatibility Notes

• Festinger Vault CLI: Requires a stable internet connection for authentication and downloads.
• WordPress Plugin: Compatible with WordPress multisite setups (Pro/Agency plans, page 8).
• Manual Setup: Ensure ZIP files are extracted correctly to avoid corruption.
• GPL Compliance: All themes/plugins are filtered by our Python script to ensure 100% GPL compliance, backed by Hiscox insurance (page 4).

Pro Tip

Running a high-traffic site or managing bulk downloads? Upgrade to a Pro plan for enhanced performance and API access to streamline your workflow.

Troubleshooting

• PHP Errors: Update to PHP 8.0+ or increase memory_limit in php.ini.
• Plugin Conflicts: Disable conflicting plugins (e.g., older caching tools) before installing the Vault plugin.
• CLI Issues: Verify Node.js version (node -v) and reinstall CLI if needed (npm install -g @festingervault/cli).
• Need Help? Visit Support or ask on Discourse.

Next Steps

• Follow the Quick Start to begin downloading.
• Install Festinger Vault with our Installation Guide.
• Compare Freemium vs. Premium to unlock Pro features.
• Share your setup on Discourse.

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Last updated: May 26, 2025