Hidden Categories [DEPRECATED] (not supported)

This module is no longer supported, but don't worry! Just contact us, and we'll arrange an alternative.

This add-on adds "Hidden but available for sale" functionality to categories. It allows store owner to mark categories as hidden and hide them from store front. Hidden categories will not show on catalog menu and categories lists but are still accessible through their direct url. Additionally products assigned to hidden categories or their subcategories will not show on search results or catalog pages but are also accessible through their direct url.

Key Features

• Installs as a add-on so you can easily turn it on/off when required.
• Show/hide setting for the HIDDEN column on categories list pages in admin helps to mark hidden categories in bulk.
• Hidden categories are not visible on store front unless accessed directly with their url.
• Products assigned to hidden categories or their subcategories are not visible on store front unless accessed directly with their url (optional).
• Import/export categories includes the hidden option.
• Option to exclude hidden categories from Sitemap page.
• Option to exclude hidden categories and their products from XML Sitemap.

* Note: This add-on has not been developed or tested with X-Cart 5 Multivendor version.

** Important Notice: As of January 2026, this add-on will no longer be actively maintained. Only critical bug fixes will be provided for X-Cart 5.5.1.x through June 2026. The add-on will not be updated for compatibility with any X-Cart versions beyond 5.5.1.x.