Blesta 4.2 Beta Released

We are pleased to announce that Blesta 4.2.0 BETA 1 has been released!

Can I participate in the beta?

If you have an owned or monthly license with us directly, you may download blesta-4.2.0-b1.zip in the client area now (Login Required). If you obtained your license from a reseller or distributor, you may be able to participate. Contact your reseller to find out. As with any beta, this release is for non-production use only and is unsupported. During installation, choose to start a free trial, open a ticket to request a trial key, or use your dev license if you have one.

Once you are up and running, head to the forums to report any issues and let us know what you think!

So what is new in 4.2?

4.2 adds support for PHP 7.1, new features like coupon billing cycles, as well as many minor improvements and new extensions.

New or Updated Extensions

• CentosWP module (Download from Github).
• ISPConfig module (Download from the forums).
• Square gateway (Download from the forums).
• PerfectMoney gateway (Download from the forums).
• Hubtel gateway (Download from the forums).
• cPanel: Added support for API tokens.
• SolusVM: Management actions now provide feedback.

Changes to the Core

• Added coupon billing cycles. Restrict coupons to specific terms. (i.e. 1 month, but not 12 months).
• Auto-debit can be disabled on an invoice by invoice basis. Useful for manual invoices that should not be charged automatically.
• Staff can set their own language. Previously all Staff used the default language.
• Yahoo finance replaced with 4 new exchange rate processors: Open Exchange Rates, Fixer.io, X-Rates, and Currency Layer.
• Added support for PHP 7.1.

Changes for Developers

• Support for query parameters for plugin actions.
• Module system can now render messages set by a module to the view.

And more! See the release notes for more details.

Is there something you want to see in Blesta? Create a new feature request or upvote an existing one!

When is the final release?

Version 4.2 will be officially released after the beta phase has completed, which we expect to take several weeks. Once we deem 4.2 stable for production, a final release will be issued. You can help by participating in the beta!

Blesta 4.1.2 Patch Released

We are pleased to announce the released of Blesta 4.1.2, which addresses bugs discovered in the 4.1.0 branch. A big thanks to everyone who participated in helping to make Blesta better by reporting and confirming bugs on our forums, we appreciate your help!

The release notes are available at https://docs.blesta.com/display/support/4.1.2.

Always run /admin/upgrade in your browser after patching or upgrading your installation. PLEASE NOTE: Unless you are already running 4.1.1, this release will create and populate a new table. If your installation contains a large number of invoices, this can take some time. If possible, you should run the upgrader via CLI from your Blesta directory: php ./index.php admin/upgrade Always back up your files & database prior to performing an upgrade.

Download 4.1.2 Patch Download 4.1.2 Full

SHA256 Sum

% blesta-4.1.2.zip
e810b1d16aa10bcfb76db1c1ea2d0e715f1b455d0535be05d543abc438d93020

% blesta-4.1.0-4.1.2.zip
c5b08c1bfe49ff500934d16736ae3960559027644ee1b0334630ced50a01e051

To patch your installation, please follow the instructions for Patching an Existing Install from our user manual.

Blesta 4.1.1 Patch Released

We are pleased to announce the released of Blesta 4.1.1, which addresses bugs discovered in the 4.1.0 branch. A big thanks to everyone who participated in helping to make Blesta better by reporting and confirming bugs on our forums, we appreciate your help!

The release notes are available at https://docs.blesta.com/display/support/4.1.1.

Always run /admin/upgrade in your browser after patching or upgrading your installation. PLEASE NOTE: This patch creates and populates a new table. If your installation contains a large number of invoices, this can take some time. If possible, you should run the upgrader via CLI from your Blesta directory: php ./index.php admin/upgrade Always back up your files & database prior to performing an upgrade.

Download 4.1.1 Patch Download 4.1.1 Full

SHA256 Sum

% blesta-4.1.1.zip
b9a26f28f331157f78f5eb704c3a61dc75c330897d9b210cb4a86b155fd71212

% blesta-4.1.0-4.1.1.zip
c8e7d2d27461feff23fc05734d01668052024a8c2c2f0f3c23306e707a773522

To patch your installation, please follow the instructions for Patching an Existing Install from our user manual.

Blesta 4.1 Released

Blesta 4.1 is available right now. New features for staff, clients, and developers, as well as seven new extensions, make this is a release that has something for everyone.

SHA256 Sum

7ae9f2762266e68b1bbaad54c4a1cd57312749b803b135f0478535502b04c31e

See the documentation for details on how to install or upgrade.

What’s new in 4.1?

• Client language selector
• Out of quantity packages show out of stock on order form
• New required contact field client group option
• File based logging of actions and errors
• Packages no longer require a module
• New Modules: CentovaCast, TCAdmin, VestaCP, Virtualmin, and WHMSonic
• New Gateways: Alipay, and PayUmoney
• Custom language file and many new events/hooks for developers
• Plesk module updated to support Onyx
• Fraud checks are run for all orders whether client is new or existing
• New Importers: Clientexec, CSV (details)

And more! See the release notes for more details.

Sponsored Development

A big shout out to KnownHost for sponsoring development again for several new items in 4.1! Sponsored development is a good way to support Blesta and get a shout out for your company! Interested? Reach out and say hello.

Other New Developments

• Like our Facebook page, and join our Facebook group.
• Do you use Yandex? Try the beta gateway and let us know what you think.

Blesta 4.1 Beta Released

We are pleased to announce that Blesta 4.1.0 BETA 1 has been released!

Can I participate in the beta?

If you have an owned or monthly license with us directly, you may download blesta-4.1.0-b1.zip in the client area now (Login Required). If you obtained your license from a reseller or distributor, you may be able to participate. Contact your reseller to find out. As with any beta, this release is for non-production use only and is unsupported. During installation, choose to start a free trial or use your dev license if you have one.

Once you are up and running, head to the forums to report any issues and let us know what you think!

So what is new in 4.1?

4.1 is the first minor release to follow the release of FOUR earlier this year. It contains many minor improvements, new features, and some exciting new options for developers. While not yet bundled with this release, we have 5 new modules, and 3 new payment gateways that you can download now.

New or Updated Extensions

• TCAdmin 2 module (Download from Github).
• VestaCP module (Download from Github).
• Virtualmin module (Download from Github).
• WHMSonic module (Download from the forums).
• Centovacast module (Download from the forums).
• PayUmoney gateway (Download from Github).
• Alipay gateway (Download from the forums).
• Yandex gateway (Download from the forums).
• Plesk: Added support for version 12 as well as Onyx (17.5).
• Support Manager: Department email passwords are now encrypted.
• Support Manager: Added option not to send ticket received confirmation email.
• DirectAdmin: Added support for resetting account password.
• Order: Always run fraud checks for new orders, even for existing clients.
• Order: Coupon tag now available to Order Received email.
• Order: Packages with no available quantity now show as “Out of stock” on the order form.
• Import Manager: Made improvements to the WHMCS importer.

Changes to the Core

• New Monolog logging of exceptions and user actions (See Settings > System > General for the log path).
• New language selector appears on client and portal pages when more than one language is installed.
• A module no longer has to be selected when creating a Package.
• Invoice search now includes invoice line items as well.
• Increased pricing decimal length from 12,4 to 19,4, supporting larger numbers.
• Add coupon field for internal use only which can prevent specific coupons from being used on order forms.
• Allow optional client/contact fields to be required. See Settings > Client Groups.

Changes for Developers

• Plugins can register the same action more than once (For example, multiple primary nav links).
• Added custom language file ~/language/en_us/_global-example.php.
• Added many additional events / hooks. See the list of Event Handlers.

And more! See the release notes for more details.

Is there something you want to see in Blesta? Create a new feature request or upvote an existing one!

When is the final release?

Version 4.1 will be officially released after the beta phase has completed, which we expect to take several weeks. Once we deem 4.1 stable for production, a final release will be issued. You can help by participating in the beta!