wp-plugin-directory-guidelines

Use when reviewing WordPress plugins for GPL compliance, checking license headers or compatibility, evaluating upsell/freemium/trialware patterns, validating plugin naming or trademark rules, checking plugin slugs, understanding why a plugin was rejected from WordPress.org, or answering any question about the 18 WordPress.org Plugin Directory guidelines — even if the user doesn't mention 'guidelines' explicitly.

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npx @skills-hub-ai/cli install wordpress-wp-plugin-directory-guidelines --target claude-code

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Frequently asked questions about wp-plugin-directory-guidelines

What does the wp-plugin-directory-guidelines skill do?

How do I install the wp-plugin-directory-guidelines skill?

Run `npx @skills-hub-ai/cli install wordpress-wp-plugin-directory-guidelines` from your terminal. The CLI writes the SKILL.md to the correct location for your AI tool (e.g. ~/.claude/skills/wordpress-wp-plugin-directory-guidelines/ for Claude Code or ~/.cursor/skills/ for Cursor with --target cursor) and adds it to your project's .skills.json lockfile.

Which AI tools does wp-plugin-directory-guidelines work with?

wp-plugin-directory-guidelines runs in Claude Code. It follows the open Agent Skills standard (SKILL.md), so the same skill works in every supported tool without modification.

Is the wp-plugin-directory-guidelines skill free?

Yes. Every skill on skills-hub.ai is free and open-source. There are no premium tiers, paywalls, or usage limits. You only pay for whatever AI assistant you're already using.

How do I use wp-plugin-directory-guidelines after installing it?

In Claude Code, type `/wordpress-wp-plugin-directory-guidelines` (or whatever slash command the skill registers) and the AI follows the skill's instructions immediately. You can also reference it by name in natural language, your AI loads the skill into context when relevant.

Can I share the wp-plugin-directory-guidelines skill with my team?

Yes. Commit your project's .skills.json lockfile and teammates run `npx @skills-hub-ai/cli install` (no args) to install every skill at the exact version you pinned. Organization-scoped installs work via skills-hub.ai organizations.