Thank you for sharing your feedback. While we respectfully disagree with several characterizations in this review, we appreciate the opportunity to clarify a few factual points.
Regarding product development: WooFood has been actively developed since its initial release in 2017. From version 1.0.0 up to version 2.7.7 (the version at the time of acquisition), a total of 277 updates were released, covering new features, performance improvements, compatibility updates, and security-related fixes. This does not reflect a product that was created once and left unchanged.
In terms of marketplace feedback, prior to the transition away from Envato, WooFood held an average rating of 4.92 out of 5 based on 92 verified reviews. While no product is without issues, this score reflects the broader experience of customers over several years.
With respect to Envato moderation, WPSlash did not have the ability to remove reviews or comments unilaterally. All moderation actions were handled by Envato itself in accordance with their marketplace policies.
Regarding licensing and pricing: WooFood is not a single WordPress plugin, but an all-in-one solution that includes a WordPress plugin as well as companion software for macOS, Windows, Android, and iOS. Maintaining and continuously updating a multi-platform product of this scope is not sustainable under a one-time lifetime licensing model. Under the new ownership, the product transitioned to a recurring licensing structure to ensure continued development and long-term viability.
As part of this transition, the previous company entity, its Envato marketplace presence, and its licensing terms were discontinued. Licenses issued under the former entity are therefore not valid within the current system. We acknowledge that communication during this transition could have been clearer, and we regret the confusion this caused.
We take feedback seriously and remain focused on improving transparency, code quality, documentation, and support moving forward.
— WPSlash Team