Join us as we check out some of the new features released for Engage Box
00:00:00 - Intro, Sponsors & Overview
00:03:40 - Installing EngageBox 5.2.1 Demo & Features
00:29:19 - Advanced Pop-up Customization
00:36:09 - New Joomla Extensions Spotlight
00:57:23 - Cloud & Security Tools
01:18:23 - Viewer Questions (Template Issues, Backup Tips)
01:27:53 - Wrapping Up & New Year Wishes
Summary
1. Stream Kickoff & EngageBox Overview
Tim Davis begins with an introduction, brief updates on his health and breakfast, and a shoutout to the channel sponsor. Viewers are welcomed and encouraged to participate in the live chat.
2. EngageBox Installation & Template Library
EngageBox 5.2.1 is installed live. Tim explores the new template library, showcasing over 80 pre-designed pop-up templates ready for use.
3. Countdown Timers & Visual Effects
Demonstrations include adding a countdown timer widget—ideal for e-commerce sales—and enabling the blur background effect to highlight pop-ups more clearly.
4. Media Auto-Pause Feature
A key update in EngageBox allows automatic pausing of videos or audio when a pop-up is closed, enhancing user experience.
5. E-commerce Integration Tools
EngageBox integrates with popular Joomla shopping extensions like VirtueMart and HikaShop, allowing targeted pop-ups such as exit offers and scarcity messages.
6. Advanced Pop-up Triggers & Modules
Tim demonstrates triggering pop-ups on exit intent, embedding Convert Forms, and integrating Joomla modules like login forms inside pop-ups.
7. Scarcity & Abandoned Cart Pop-ups
Strategies like abandoned cart reminders and time-limited deals are discussed, highlighting EngageBox's value in boosting e-commerce conversions.
8. Joomla Extensions Spotlight
New Joomla extensions featured include:
- DJ Accessibility Light (WCAG compliance)
- OSMap Kunena Plugin (sitemap support)
- Quick User Cleaner (manage inactive users)
- TF Any Custom Fields (display custom fields from DB)
- JLEX Block (restrict content with passwords)
9. Cloud & Security Tools
Highlighted tools for enhanced site functionality:
- Amazon S3 Media Manager (by Akeeba) for cloud storage
- MiniOrange Session Management (GDPR compliance)
- Skeleton Key (also by Akeeba) for admin login-as-user functionality
10. Viewer Q&A & Final Thoughts
Tim answers viewer questions on templates and backups, previews upcoming streams, shares final thoughts on EngageBox 5.2, and ends with New Year wishes.
Please send any feedback or bug reports or queries to;
Contact Tim Davis ►
Joomla Training Cohort ► https://cybersalt.com/jtc
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