Getting Started with Product Roadmap
Getting Started with Product Roadmap
Time to complete: 5 minutes
This guide will help you install and set up your first roadmap.
What You'll Learn
- How to install the plugin
- Running the setup wizard
- Creating your first roadmap item
- Displaying the roadmap on your site
Step 1: Install the Plugin
Automatic Installation (Recommended)
- Log into WordPress admin
- Go to Plugins > Add New
- Search for "Product Roadmap"
- Click Install Now
- Click Activate
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin zip file
- Go to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
- Select the zip file
- Click Install Now then Activate
Step 2: Run the Setup Wizard
After activation, you'll automatically see the setup wizard.
Welcome Screen
Click Let's Get Started!
Configure Your Product
Product Name: Enter your product name
- Example: "My Awesome App"
- This shows in page titles
Item Labels: Customize terminology
- Singular: "Feature" (or Task, Story, Item)
- Plural: "Features" (or Tasks, Stories, Items)
Click Continue
Enable Features
Choose what users can do:
- ☑ Enable Voting - Let users vote on items
- ☑ Enable Comments - Let users discuss items
- ☑ Enable Suggestions - Let users submit ideas
Click Continue
Import Demo Content (Optional)
Should you import demo items?
✅ Yes - If you want to see examples
- Imports 11 sample items
- Shows how the roadmap looks
- Can delete later
❌ No - If you're ready to add real items
- Start with a blank roadmap
- Add your own items
Make your choice and click Continue
Finish Setup
The wizard creates:
- A roadmap page with shortcode
- Default statuses and categories
- Initial settings
Click View Roadmap to see your new page!
Step 3: Create Your First Item
Now add a real roadmap item.
- Click Roadmap > Add New Item
- Fill in details:
- Title: "Add dark mode support"
- Description: Explain what this feature does
- Status: Select "Planned"
- Category: Select "Feature"
- Set priority:
- Choose: Low, Medium, High, or Critical
- Example: "High"
- Optional fields:
- Target Date: When you expect to finish
- Progress: 0% (just starting)
- Click Publish
Done! Your first item is live.
Step 4: View Your Roadmap
The setup wizard created a page for you.
To view it:
- Go to Pages in WordPress
- Find "{Your Product} Roadmap" page
- Click View
You'll see your roadmap with the item you created!
What's on the Roadmap?
Your roadmap shows:
- Status Columns: Planned, In Progress, Completed, etc.
- Item Cards: Each with title, description, votes
- Vote Button: Users can click to vote
- Comment Count: Shows discussion activity
Next Steps
Now that your roadmap is set up:
- Create More Items - Add your product plans
- Manage Statuses - Customize your workflow
- Configure Settings - Fine-tune options
- Share Your Roadmap - Let users see it
Quick Tips
Keep it simple: Start with 3-5 items
Update regularly: Move items between statuses weekly
Engage users: Respond to votes and comments
Be transparent: Explain delays and changes
Need Help?
Next Guide: Creating Roadmap Items →
Updated on: 25/09/2025
Thank you!