How to Fix the SeedProd Notification Bubble Showing Incorrectly

Many users of the Website Builder by SeedProd — Theme Builder, Landing Page Builder, Coming Soon Page, Maintenance Mode plugin have reported a confusing issue: a notification bubble appears on their WordPress admin dashboard indicating an update or alert, even when there is nothing new. This can be frustrating, especially for site administrators managing multiple installations.

This article explains why this happens and provides the most common solutions to resolve it.

Why Does This Happen?

Based on community reports and developer acknowledgments, this behavior is typically caused by a minor bug within the plugin's code. The issue is often related to how the plugin checks for and displays update notifications. In one specific instance, the 'Website Builder by SeedProd — Theme Builder, Landing Page Builder, Coming Soon Page, Maintenance Mode' team identified the problem as stemming from a PHP 8 compatibility update. A small error in the code can cause the notification system to trigger incorrectly, showing a bubble when no actual update is available.

How to Fix the SeedProd Notification Bubble

Here are the most effective steps to resolve this issue.

Solution 1: Clear Your Browser and Site Cache

Sometimes, the notification bubble is a cached element that your browser or a caching plugin on your site continues to display. As a first step, try the following:

1. Perform a hard refresh of your WordPress admin dashboard. On Windows/Linux, press Ctrl + F5. On Mac, press Command + Shift + R.
2. Clear your browser's cache and cookies.
3. If you use a caching plugin (e.g., WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache), clear its cache as well.

Refreshing the page afterward can often make the erroneous notification disappear.

Solution 2: Check for a Genuine Plugin Update

While the bubble may be incorrect, it is always good practice to ensure your plugin is up to date. Navigate to Dashboard » Updates in your WordPress admin area. If a legitimate update for SeedProd is available, installing it may resolve the bug causing the false notification.

Solution 3: Wait for an Official Patch

Since the 'Website Builder by SeedProd — Theme Builder, Landing Page Builder, Coming Soon Page, Maintenance Mode' team has acknowledged this as a known bug they are "looking into," the most permanent solution will be an update issued by the developers. Keeping your plugin updated ensures you will receive the fix as soon as it is released.

Conclusion

An incorrect notification bubble in SeedProd is usually a minor display bug, often related to a recent update. The most reliable fixes are to clear your cache and ensure your plugin is updated to the latest version. For ongoing issues, monitoring future plugin updates for an official patch is recommended.