FacetWP Hierarchy Select

FacetWP Hierarchy Select - Advanced Taxonomy Hierarchy Filtering

FacetWP Hierarchy Select is a filter interface extension for FacetWP, designed to work with hierarchical taxonomies (e.g., categories, WooCommerce products, taxonomy menus). It allows you to present multi-level parent-child relationships as dependent selectors, improving intuitive navigation and allowing you to precisely refine search results without having to create multiple independent filters.

Main Features of FacetWP Hierarchy Select

• Dynamic dependent selectors – a selection in one field affects the available options in subsequent levels.
• Multiple hierarchy levels support – works with taxonomies of any depth.
• AJAX integration – filter changes are applied without page reload, improving user experience.
• Multiple selection mode options – single selection, multiple selection, or automatic branch expansion.
• Ability to display a path (breadcrumb) or labels with the full hierarchy of the selected item.
• Custom Field and Post Type Compatibility – Filters both standard and custom taxonomies.
• High performance – optimized queries for large term sets.

Benefits of using FacetWP Hierarchy Select

FacetWP Hierarchy Select makes it easier to find content on websites with complex category structures. Its clear interface allows users to quickly reach the desired subcategory, which can translate into lower bounce rates and higher conversions for online stores. Administrators gain a flexible tool for creating a consistent filtering experience without the need to manually combine multiple filters or create complex queries.

Example usage scenarios

• Clothing store: department selection → category → size/color, with dynamic loading of only relevant options.
• Classifieds service: location filter, region → city → district, with the option to limit the results to a specific level.
• Thematic Blog: Navigate through nested thematic categories, allowing readers to quickly access niche content.
• Portfolio or service catalog: structure of services by industry → specialization → subcategory.

Configuration and customization

FacetWP Hierarchy Select is configured through the FacetWP panel, where you define the taxonomy source, the number of levels, and the selector behavior (single or multiple selection). You can customize the appearance using CSS classes and integrate with existing theme templates. For advanced implementations, filters and hooks are available to modify queries and element rendering, facilitating integration with custom display mechanisms.

Performance and SEO Tips

• For large taxonomy trees, it is worth enabling pagination or lazy-loading options to reduce the number of items rendered at once.
• Using FacetWP Hierarchy Select improves your site's navigation structure, which positively impacts UX – better user experience leads to longer sessions and lower bounce rates.
• It is worth combining hierarchical filters with friendly faceting URLs, which makes it easier for search engines to index specific filter combinations.

FacetWP Hierarchy Select is ideal for applications where taxonomy hierarchy is crucial for content discovery. Flexible configuration options and seamless integration with FacetWP allow you to create a transparent and efficient filtering system suitable for online stores, catalogs, classifieds sites, and complex thematic blogs.