We have some exciting news to share with our valued users and the WordPress community. Our popular Product Category Slider & Grid for WooCommerce plugin, previously known as WooCategory, is being rebranded to Reno Product Category.
This change goes far beyond just a new name. It represents our renewed commitment to making this plugin even better, more powerful, and more user-friendly than ever before.
Why the Change?
You might be wondering why we’re changing the name after years of building the WooCategory brand. The reason is important and we want to be completely transparent with you.
Recently, WordPress has marked “Woo” as a trademark, and they no longer allow plugins to use it in their names unless officially affiliated with WooCommerce. To comply with these guidelines and ensure our plugin remains available to you without any issues, we needed to find a new identity.
While we could have chosen any name, we wanted something meaningful – a name that reflects our vision for the future of this plugin.
The Meaning Behind “Reno”
“”Reno” is the short form of “renovation.”
This name perfectly captures what we enable you to do going forward:
Just like a home renovation transforms a space into something better, our plugin gives you the tools to transform your WooCommerce category pages into a polished, professional showcase that drives exploration and sales.
What’s Changing?
You’ll notice a few changes. The plugin itself is now called Reno Product Category, up from WooCategory. The plugin menu name in your WordPress dashboard has been updated to reflect this new branding, and the WordPress.org listing has also been revised with the new name and accompanying branding.
What Stays the Same
The Plugin You Know, Now Even Better
For those who might be discovering us for the first time, let us share what makes this plugin special:
Reno Product Category (formerly WooCategory) is a powerful yet lightweight WooCommerce Category Slider and Grid plugin that helps you beautifully display your store’s product categories. You can showcase featured categories in responsive sliders, carousels, or grid layouts complete with thumbnails, titles, product counts, descriptions, and “Shop Now” buttons.
Key Features That Will Continue to Grow
What This Means for You
Nothing changes in how you use the plugin. Your existing shortcodes, settings, and configurations will continue working without any disruption. The only difference you’ll notice is the new name in your WordPress dashboard.
We’re making this transition as smooth as possible:
Why We Chose Transparency
We believe in transparency and honesty with our users. So we didn’t make this change quietly or update the name without explanation.
You’ve trusted us with your WooCommerce stores, and we want you to know the full story behind this change. The trademark issue forced our hand, but we’ve turned it into an opportunity to recommit to excellence.
“Reno” isn’t just a clever workaround – it’s a promise. We’re renovating everything about this plugin to make it even better for you.
Ready to Get Started?
If you’re already using our plugin, you’ll receive the update automatically through WordPress. If you’re new to Reno Product Category, we invite you to try it out and experience the easiest way to display your WooCommerce categories.
Getting started is easy:
Looking Forward
This rebranding marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for our plugin. We’re not just changing a name – we’re rededicating ourselves to providing the best category display solution for WooCommerce.
The “Reno” in our name is more than just a word. It represents our promise to give you everything you need to renovate, renew, and revitalize your WooCommerce store. Behind that promise lies our dedication to continuous innovation — delivering features that let you transform category displays, streamline browsing, and create a more engaging shopping experience. And above all, it reflects our guarantee to keep earning your trust and support, so you can keep making your store better, faster, and more customer-friendly.
Thank You
We want to express our sincere gratitude to everyone who has used, reviewed, and supported this plugin over the years. Your feedback, suggestions, and encouragement have been invaluable in shaping the plugin into what it is today.
We couldn’t have done this without you, and we’re excited to continue this journey together under our new name.
From WooCategory to Reno Product Category – same great plugin, even better future.
Have questions about the rebranding? Visit our plugin page for more information, or contact our support team – we’re always happy to help!
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