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Volunteer grant program information is now visible on the confirmation page, and selected addresses will be fully preserved.
Show Volunteer Grant Program Information
You can now see volunteer grant program details on the confirmation page.
Preserve Full Selected Address
The system will now correctly save the complete address you select from the autocomplete feature.
New features include bulk member invites, enhanced volunteer registration with Double the Donation integration, and an option to require phone numbers during account creation.
Bulk Invite Family Members
You can now invite multiple family members to claim their accounts at once from the Family Members area.
Volunteer Registration with Employer Search
The volunteer registration form now includes a search feature for employers, powered by Double the Donation.
Double the Donation Integration for Volunteers
Every completed volunteer sign-up will now be registered with Double the Donation, streamlining your fundraising efforts.
Volunteer Shift Reminders for Deleted Shifts
Fixed an issue where volunteer shift reminders could cause errors if the shift was later deleted.
Require Phone Number on Account Creation
You can now choose to require a phone number when new accounts are created.
Payment options have been updated for specific tenants.
Updated Payment Options for Specific Tenants
For certain tenants, the credit card payment option will now be hidden when an alternative payment method is already enabled, simplifying the checkout process.
Resolved an issue with processing invoice payments.
Correctly process invoice payments
Fixed an issue where payments for invoices were not being processed correctly under certain conditions.
You can now see claim statuses for family members, and we've fixed an issue with parent-fee transfers for subscription invoices.
View Claim Status for Family Members
You can now easily see the claim status for family members associated with an account.
Correct Parent-Fee Transfers for Subscriptions
Resolved an issue where parent-fee transfers were not correctly applied to subscription invoices.
Improved Registration Fee Handling
Addressed an issue to ensure registration fees are handled correctly, especially when program details are missing.
Imported secondary members can now have linked login accounts, and several issues have been fixed for a smoother experience.
Linked Login Accounts for Imported Members
When importing secondary members who have an email address, Communal will now automatically create a linked login account for them.
Improved Onboarding Process
Resolved an issue where the onboarding process could fail if account representative information was missing.
Smoother Apple Wallet Pass Generation
Communal can now handle missing icon images when generating Apple Wallet passes without errors.
Corrected Program Signup Permissions
Ensured that guest users can now correctly view program signups.
We've improved the reliability of our system by fixing an issue related to subscription deletions.
Improved Subscription Deletion Handling
Resolved an issue that could occur when a subscription was deleted, ensuring smoother processing.
You can now set recurring bookings for intervals of 1-4 weeks and covered family members can purchase add-on memberships during checkout.
Configurable Week-Based Recurrence for Bookings
When creating recurring bookings, you can now choose intervals of 1, 2, 3, or 4 weeks.
Add-on Memberships for Covered Family Members
Covered family members can now purchase add-on memberships directly during the checkout process.
Improved Handling of Contact Names
This update improves how contact names are handled, ensuring smoother operation when dealing with certain contact data.
Resolved an issue with processing refunds for already-refunded charges and improved the authentication process.
Corrected refund processing for already-refunded charges
Fixed an issue where attempting to refund a charge that was already refunded would cause an error. This ensures smoother transaction management.
Improved authentication setup
Ensured necessary language translation tools are correctly installed for the authentication system, leading to a more robust login experience.
This update includes improvements to how Communal handles different languages and ensures consistency across the platform.
Improved Language Support
We've enhanced how Communal manages text in different languages, ensuring a more consistent experience for all users.
Updated Development Tools
Under-the-hood updates to our development tools improve the stability and performance of Communal.
You can now set your organization's timezone directly within General Settings.
Configure Timezone in General Settings
Administrators can now select the correct timezone for their organization directly from the General Settings page. This ensures accurate scheduling and reporting across all Communal features.
We've added the ability to email users a signed link to complete custom forms and fixed several issues related to recurring fees, donation addresses, and program registration blocking.
Email Signed Links for Custom Forms
Users will now receive an email with a signed link to complete custom forms, making it easier for them to submit information.
Recurring Parent Tenant Fee
Resolved an issue where recurring parent tenant fees were not being added correctly.
Donation Address Handling
Fixed a bug that could cause donation addresses to be cleared when an account did not have an address saved.
Program Registration Blocking
Corrected an issue where blocking a calendar date in program registration was incorrectly blocking the entire date range, instead of just individual registration opportunities.
We've fixed two issues related to booking payments and checkout.
Booking payments now process correctly
Fixed an issue where flat rate bookings might not process correctly if no hourly rate was previously set.
Checkout drawer now populates correctly
Ensured the booking cart is properly populated before the checkout drawer opens, preventing potential display issues.
We've fixed issues related to Unsplash images in fundraisers and contact information.
Fundraiser image aspect ratio
Unsplash images used in fundraisers will now display with appropriate dimensions.
Contact last name handling
Ensured that contact records correctly handle missing last names.
We've updated program payment options, improved integration security, and fixed several checkout issues.
Update Payment Method Naming
The option for accepting alternative payment methods in programs has been renamed to 'Allow Alternative Payment Method' for better clarity.
Clarify Integration Secrets and Disconnect
Improved clarity around saved secret fields for integrations and made it easier to disconnect them.
Prevent Checkout Errors with Null Users
Resolved an issue where checkout could fail if a user was unexpectedly null.
Recalculate Price After Waiver Agreement
Ensured that the checkout price is correctly recalculated after a guest agrees to a waiver.
You can now remove multiple tags from user profiles at once, and family memberships are now correctly reflected in active status checks.
Bulk Tag Removal for Users
Easily remove multiple tags from user profiles simultaneously, saving you time when managing user information.
Accurate Active Status for Family Memberships
User profiles linked through family memberships will now be correctly identified as active in the admin table.
We've redesigned the checkout process to be more responsive and easier to use.
Redesigned Checkout Process
The checkout experience has been updated with a new two-pane layout, making it more responsive and user-friendly on all devices.
New options for DTD donations and improved membership purchasing, plus a cleaner interface for sub-accounts.
DTD Account Request Option
Organizations that do not currently have a DTD account can now request one directly through Communal.
Hide Family Section from Sub-Accounts
The family section will now be hidden from users accessing Communal via a sub-account, providing a more streamlined experience.
Prevent Duplicate Membership Purchases
Resolved an issue where users might accidentally purchase a base membership twice during the guest checkout process after logging in.
Register Offline Donations with DTD
You can now register offline donations with DTD directly through Communal's server-side CRM.
This update introduces new features for membership management and donation tracking, along with improvements to internationalization.
Individual Membership Cards for Team Members
Each team member now receives their own unique membership card, providing clearer identification and access.
Improved Donation Tracking for Corporate Gifts
The system now correctly handles donations to Double the Donation, even when no company is selected. Additionally, the employer search is hidden when a donation type is set to 'Corporate' for a smoother experience.
Enhanced Language Support
Significant improvements have been made to language support across various modules, including donations, invoices, products, settings, and more, making Communal more accessible to a global audience.
Fixed an issue where active subscribers were incorrectly charged during plan changes.
Correct Membership Charges During Plan Changes
Resolved a problem that caused active subscribers to be charged when switching from a free plan to a paid plan.