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Plugin Key Basics

What are plugin keys​

Plugin keys give you the ability to store data on ProBoards' servers related to users, threads, posts, conversations, and messages.

When to use a plugin key​

Plugin keys should be used when you want to store data that you can access later. Here are some examples of scenarios that can benefit from using a plugin key:

  • Create a "Like" system (v6: Phoenix comes with one for posts, but you could create one for Threads, Conversations, etc)
  • Storing user preferences. For example, you could have a plugin that collapses / expands categories. A plugin key could store the user's preference to have a category expanded or collapsed.

How to use plugin keys​

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