Description
NewsHound Lite lets you search for the latest news stories using your NewsAPI.org API key and instantly create WordPress draft posts from the results.
Features:
- Search for news by keyword using the NewsAPI.org service
- Preview results directly in your WordPress admin
- Create a formatted draft post from the latest stories with one click
- Test your API key from within the plugin settings
Upgrade to Premium
NewsHound Premium unlocks more results per search (up to 25), advanced filters and presets, improved draft formatting and templates, multi-keyword sets, and priority support. Available for a one-time fee of $10 at businessgamechanger.biz.
Installation
- Upload the
newshoundfolder to the/wp-content/plugins/directory, or install via the WordPress Plugins screen. - Activate the plugin through the Plugins screen in WordPress.
- Navigate to NewsHound Lite in your admin menu.
- Enter your keywords and your NewsAPI.org API key, then save.
- Click Test API Key to verify your key, then Sniff for Stories to fetch the latest news.
FAQ
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Where do I get a NewsAPI.org key?
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Sign up for a free account at newsapi.org to get your API key.
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How many results does the Lite version return?
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The Lite version returns up to 10 stories per search. Upgrade to Premium for up to 25 results.
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Does this plugin publish posts automatically?
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No. NewsHound Lite creates posts as drafts only. You review and publish them manually.
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Contributors & Developers
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Changelog
1.5.3
- Security improvements: added output escaping and input sanitization.
- Replaced wp_redirect() with wp_safe_redirect() for safer redirects.
1.5.0
- Added Test API Key feature.
- Improved admin notices.
1.0.0
- Initial release.