Meta Box Include Exclude is a lightweight extension for the Meta Box framework that lets you precisely control when and where meta boxes and fields appear. Use simple rules to include or exclude by post type, page template, taxonomy, user role, custom condition, and more—so editors see only what they need, exactly when they need it.
- Show or hide meta boxes based on post type, page, or CPT
- Target specific page templates, IDs, slugs, or parents
- Filter by taxonomy terms, categories, and tags
- Rules for user roles, capabilities, and logged-in status
- Support for singular, archive, front page, and blog views
- Include/exclude by post format and post status
- Conditional logic using callbacks and custom PHP functions
- Works with fields, groups, and entire meta boxes
- Clean UI with simple rule arrays—no heavy builders
- Fast and lightweight; no impact on site speed
- Fully compatible with Meta Box and all its extensions
- Multisite and multilingual-friendly (WPML/Polylang)
- Developer-friendly hooks and filters
- Great for complex editorial workflows and client sites
- No-code for common cases, power when you need it
