If you are using the Listify or Jobify themes with WooCommerce, you may occasionally see the following warning in your WordPress admin panel:
“Your theme (Listify Child / Jobify Child) contains outdated copies of some WooCommerce template files. These files may need updating to ensure they are compatible with the current version of WooCommerce. Suggestions to fix this:
- Update your theme to the latest version.
- If no update is available, contact your theme author asking about compatibility with the current WooCommerce version.
- If you copied over a template file to change something, then you will need to copy the new version of the template and apply your changes again.”
What Does This Warning Mean?
This warning indicates that some of the WooCommerce template files included within the Listify or Jobify themes are not fully compatible with the most recent WooCommerce release.
Template files control the layout and design of WooCommerce pages such as product listings, checkout pages, and account dashboards. Whenever WooCommerce updates its core structure, the theme’s templates must be updated as well to maintain full compatibility.
Why Does This Happen?
The warning typically appears because:
- WooCommerce frequently updates its functionality and template structures.
- Listify and Jobify themes customize WooCommerce templates to deliver unique layouts and styles.
- When WooCommerce changes its templates but the theme’s versions haven’t yet been updated, WordPress flags them as outdated.
Does This Affect My Website?
In most cases, outdated WooCommerce templates do not immediately cause major problems on your site. However, potential issues might include:
- Minor display or styling inconsistencies on WooCommerce-related pages.
- Missing features introduced in newer versions of WooCommerce.
To ensure the best user experience and compatibility, it’s always recommended to keep your theme and plugins up to date.
What Should You Do?
- Check for Theme Updates: We actively maintain both Listify and Jobify themes and release updates to address WooCommerce compatibility. Please check your WordPress dashboard or ThemeForest downloads section for the latest versions.
- Avoid Direct File Edits: If you have manually modified WooCommerce template files inside your theme folder, you will need to reapply your changes on top of the updated templates after an update.
- Be Patient for Updates: If an update is not yet available, rest assured our team is aware and working to update templates to match WooCommerce’s latest requirements.
For any questions, further assistance, or if you notice any unusual behavior after a WooCommerce update, feel free to contact our support team — we’re here to help!