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Welcome to Baug !

Thank you for choosing Baug, a modern Landscape Gardening WordPress Theme built for landscaping companies, gardening and garden maintenance services, landscape architects, garden designers, lawn care professionals, plant nurseries, garden centers, tree care services and outdoor living specialists. With its clean layout, contemporary design and fully responsive structure, Baug helps you showcase your landscaping services, garden designs, outdoor projects and company information in a professional and engaging way.

Theme Licensing

When you buy a theme from ThemeForest, you can choose between two types of licenses:

  • Regular License - Use this if the final product you build with the theme will be free for people to use
  • Extended License - Use this if people will have to pay to use the final product you build with the theme.

For detailed license terms, please visit the ThemeForest Licensing Page.

Note

One license is valid for one domain only. To use theme on multiple websites, you’ll need to buy extra licenses from here.

License FAQ

Do I need a separate license for each website?

Yes. Each license allows you to use the theme on one finished website. If you want to use the theme on another site, you’ll need to purchase an additional license.

Can I build the site on a test server first?

Absolutely. You can install the theme on a test or staging site while building it, then move it to your live site once you’re ready to launch.

Can I run both a test and a live site with one license?

Yes, but only one domain can be registered at a time. If you move from a test or staging site to a live domain, deactivate the license on the test or staging site first, then activate it on the live domain.

Is a new license required for WordPress Multisite?

No additional license is needed for WordPress Multisite installations as long as all sites are under the same domain.

Customer Support Policy

To receive technical support, you must have a valid purchase code.

To find your purchase code, go to your ThemeForest Downloads page and click the Download button next to your theme. For detailed instructions, please refer to this guide.

We’re happy to help you with any issues related to setting up or using Baug as described in this documentation.

What’s covered:

  • Installation questions
  • Demo content import
  • Theme features and settings
  • Reported bugs and fixes

What’s not covered:

  • Custom feature requests
  • Custom code modifications
  • Issues caused by third-party plugins not bundled with the theme

Contact Support:

If you have any questions beyond the scope of this documentation, feel free to contact us or email us at info@siddhiinfosoft.com. We will respond as soon as possible, usually within 24–48 hours. Our support hours are Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 7 PM (IST).

Note

As the authors of this theme, we provide support only for features related to the theme itself. You can read more about Envato’s item support policy here.

How to Install

About WordPress

To install this WordPress theme, you must have a working version of WordPress already set up. If you need help installing WordPress, please follow the instructions in the WordPress Codex . Below are some useful links for more WordPress information:

Server Requirements

Baug requires WordPress 6.3 or newer (tested up to WordPress 7.1) and PHP 7.4 or newer (see WordPress requirements), with MySQL 5.7 or above (or MariaDB 10.4 or above). For a full list of recommended PHP extensions, please check the Hosting Handbook.

We suggest reaching out to your hosting provider to verify that your server’s PHP configuration meets the following recommended limits:

  • max_execution_time 300
  • memory_limit 256M
  • post_max_size 128M
  • upload_max_filesize 128M

If you’re using an unmanaged VPS or dedicated server, check your php.ini file. You can also adjust your .htaccess file in your site’s root directory to include the following settings:

  • php_value max_execution_time 300
  • php_value memory_limit 256M
  • php_value post_max_size 128M
  • php_value upload_max_filesize 128M

Configuring these values can help you avoid errors when setting up your site, especially during the demo content import.

Installing the Theme

Start by unzipping the package you downloaded from ThemeForest. Inside, you’ll find the baug.zip file — this is the WordPress theme.

You have two options for installation: Use the WordPress admin uploader or install it manually through FTP.

1) Install through WordPress Dashboard:

  1. Log in to your WordPress admin area.
  2. Go to Appearance > Themes, click Add New, then select Upload Theme.
  3. Select the baug.zip file and click Install Now.
  4. When the installation completes, click Activate or go to Appearance > Themes and activate it there.

2) Install via FTP:

  1. Connect to your server using an FTP client.
  2. Unzip the baug.zip file — use only the extracted /baug folder.
  3. Upload the baug folder to your /wp-content/themes directory.
  4. Go to Appearance > Themes in your dashboard and activate the theme.

How to Activate Your Theme

To unlock full access to your theme, you’ll need to enter your Item Purchase Code from ThemeForest. The required plugins installer and the demo content import become available only after the license is activated.

See this guide for help finding your purchase code. When you have it ready, go to Appearance > Baug Theme License in your WordPress dashboard, enter the code in the License Key field and click Activate License.

Theme License Activation Screenshot

Install Required Plugins

Once the theme is installed, you’ll need to add the necessary plugins. A notification will appear to guide you through installing them.

  1. Click Begin installing plugins, or navigate to Appearance > Install Plugins.
  2. You’ll see a list of required and recommended plugins. Check all items, choose Install from the bulk actions dropdown, and click Apply.
  3. When installation finishes, click Return to Required Plugins Installer.
  4. Next, activate the plugins: check them all again, pick Activate from bulk actions, and hit Apply.
  5. Finally, click Return to the Dashboard to continue setting up your site.

Use a Child Theme

If you plan to modify the theme’s files or functions, we strongly recommend setting up a child theme. This way, your custom edits won’t be lost when the main theme gets updated. If you don’t need to adjust the core theme files, you can skip this section.

Installing a child theme works just like adding the parent theme. Find the baug-child.zip file in your download package and upload it through your WordPress dashboard. Or, you can unzip it and upload the folder via FTP (see the theme installation section for details).

Note

Always install the child theme before importing demo content. If you don’t, your theme settings could be overwritten.

Import Demo Content

Our theme provides an easy-to-use one-click demo import feature, so you can set up your site exactly like the live demo in just a few steps.

  1. Make sure the theme license is activated and all required plugins are installed and active.
  2. In your WordPress dashboard, navigate to Appearance > Import Demo Data.
  3. Click the Import Demo button, then confirm by selecting Continue & Import on the next screen.
  4. Wait until the import finishes. Please do not close or refresh the page while it is running.

Note

If your demo content imports correctly but the styling doesn’t appear, go to Elementor > Tools and click the Regenerate Files & Data button.

Theme Settings

This section explains how to configure your theme settings. It will help you get up and running quickly by outlining the theme’s structure and customization options.

Fonts & Colors

Opening the Site Settings Panel

All global styling options in Elementor can be managed through the Site Settings panel within the Elementor Editor. Using this panel helps you maintain consistent fonts and colors across your entire website for a cohesive design.

  1. Edit any page with Elementor.
  2. Click the hamburger menu icon in the top-left corner of the Elementor widget panel.

    Elementor hamburger menu icon

Update Global Colors

  1. Open the Site Settings panel.
  2. Select Global Colors.
  3. Review the system colors listed.
  4. Click a color swatch to open the Color Picker and choose your desired color.
  5. Click Update to save your changes.

Update Global Fonts

The demo uses the Saira Google Font for headings and text.

  1. Open the Site Settings panel.
  2. Select Global Fonts.
  3. Check the available system fonts.
  4. Click the pencil icon to edit the font style.
  5. Click Update to apply your changes.

Note

Updating Global Fonts and Colors will affect every element on your site that uses those styles.

You’ll find the rest of the theme options under Appearance > Customize.

1) Logo & Site Identity

  1. Logo: Upload your site’s logo image from the media library.
  2. Title: Set your site’s name.
  3. Tagline: Add a brief description or tagline for your site.
  4. Site Icon: Upload your site’s favicon image.

2) Homepage Settings

These settings let you control how your homepage displays — either as a blog feed or a static page. You can also choose which pages will serve as your homepage and posts page.

3) General Settings

  1. Preloader: Show a loading animation while pages load.
  2. Magic Cursor: Enable the Magic Cursor effect.
  3. Smooth Scrolling: Add smooth scrolling for a better user experience.
  4. Preloader Icon: Change the default loading icon if desired.
  5. Header Background Image: Set the page title banner background used on pages that don’t use Elementor.

4) Blog Settings

  1. Blog Page Title: Enter a title for your blog page.
  2. Header Background Image: Set the page title banner background for the blog pages.
  3. Archive Page Layout: Choose Full Width or With Sidebar for blog archives.
  4. Blog Single Layout: Choose Full Width or With Sidebar for single blog posts.
  5. Social Sharing: Pick and reorder the platforms shown in the post’s share box (Facebook, Twitter, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Email, Telegram, YouTube, Copy Link and Instagram).
  6. YouTube Channel URL: Enter your YouTube channel link used by the YouTube share option.
  7. Instagram URL: Enter your Instagram profile link used by the Instagram share option.

5) Author Information

  1. Each blog post displays information about the author, including their name, bio, social profile link and profile picture. This information is managed from the WordPress admin under Users → Profile.
  2. Author bio settings example
  3. Author social link settings example
  4. Author Box example

6) Service Settings

  1. Service Page Archive Title: Set the title for your services archive page.
  2. Service Excerpt Length: Set the excerpt length for the service list.

7) Project Settings

  1. Project Page Archive Title: Set the title for your projects archive page.
  2. Project Excerpt Length: Set the excerpt length for the project list.

Edit Your Website

Note:

This theme is designed to work seamlessly with Elementor.

If you’re new to Elementor, we strongly suggest visiting their getting started guide: https://elementor.com/getting-started/ .

Header Setup

1. Default Theme Header

The theme includes a built-in header, which works well for simple sites that don’t need advanced customization.

2. Using Elementor Header Builder

Edit the imported header: When you import the demo, the header is automatically set up. To adjust its design or reorder elements:

  1. In your dashboard, go to Appearance > Baug Headers.

    Header settings example
  2. Click Edit with Elementor to open the editor and start customizing.

Main Menu

To update your main menu items, navigate to Appearance > Menus, choose the Header Menu from the dropdown, make your changes, then save.

Footer Setup

1. Default Theme Footer

The theme includes a ready-made footer that works well for straightforward sites with basic needs.

2. Using Elementor Footer Builder

Edit the imported footer: When you bring in the demo content, the footer comes with it. To tweak its style or adjust sections:

  1. Go to Appearance > Baug Footers in your WordPress admin.

    Footer settings example
  2. Click the Edit with Elementor button to customize the footer layout.

Footer Menus

To update footer menus, go to Appearance > Menus, select the footer menu from the dropdown, edit items, and save your changes.

Edit Pages

  1. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Pages > All Pages.
  2. Click Edit with Elementor to start editing the page.

Note:

This theme is designed to work entirely with Elementor.

If you’re new to Elementor, check out their starter guides: https://elementor.com/getting-started/.

Manage Services

You can manage your services under Admin Area > Services. Service categories are managed under Services > Categories.

  • Service List: By default, your service listing page is accessible at https://your-site-url/services. To customize this URL slug, add the code below to your functions.php file (using a child theme is recommended):

    add_filter( 'sis_theme_service_slug', 'sis_theme_service_slug_rewrite', 10);
function sis_theme_service_slug_rewrite() {
	return 'your-custom-slug';
}
  • Service Category Page: The default URL for a service category is https://your-site-url/services-category/category-name. To modify the category slug, add this snippet to your functions.php (again, best to do this in a child theme):

    add_filter( 'sis_theme_service_category_slug', 'sis_theme_service_category_slug_rewrite', 10);
function sis_theme_service_category_slug_rewrite() {
	return 'your-category-slug';
}
  • Edit Service Page: To adjust service pages, simply click the Edit with Elementor button.

Service Details

To update service single page service details, go to Service > Edit Service, scroll down and find Service Details section. Edit as needed, and save.

Service Details

Note

Whenever you update a service’s URL, don’t forget to refresh your permalinks by visiting Settings > Permalinks in your WordPress dashboard and clicking Save Changes.

Manage Projects

Your landscaping and garden projects are managed under Admin Area > Portfolio. Project categories are managed under Portfolio > Categories.

  • Project List: By default, your project listing page is accessible at https://your-site-url/portfolio. To customize this URL slug, add the code below to your functions.php file (using a child theme is recommended):

    add_filter( 'sis_theme_portfolio_slug', 'sis_theme_portfolio_slug_rewrite', 10);
function sis_theme_portfolio_slug_rewrite() {
	return 'your-custom-slug';
}
  • Project Category Page: The default URL for a project category is https://your-site-url/portfolio-category/category-name. To modify the category slug, add this snippet to your functions.php (preferably in a child theme):

    add_filter( 'sis_theme_portfolio_category_slug', 'sis_theme_portfolio_category_slug_rewrite', 10);
function sis_theme_portfolio_category_slug_rewrite() {
	return 'your-category-slug';
}
  • Edit Project Page: To adjust project pages, simply click the Edit with Elementor button.

Project Details

To update project single page project details, go to Project > Edit Project, scroll down and find Project Details section. Edit as needed, and save.

Project Details

Note

Whenever you update a project’s URL, don’t forget to refresh your permalinks by visiting Settings > Permalinks in your WordPress dashboard and clicking Save Changes.

Update Theme

This guide explains what to do when you’re notified about a new version of your theme.

Important: Always create a backup of your current theme before updating.

You can update the theme in a few different ways:

1) Upload Update in WordPress

  1. Log into your ThemeForest account, go to the Downloads section, and download the Installable WordPress file only.
  2. In WordPress, go to Appearance > Themes.
  3. Activate a default WordPress theme, delete your old theme version, then upload the new installable ZIP you just downloaded.
  4. After uploading, activate the theme.

    IMPORTANT!

    If you’re using a child theme, do not activate the new parent theme — just update the files.

2) FTP Update

  1. Download the latest theme version from your ThemeForest account.
  2. Connect to your server using an FTP client like FileZilla or CyberDuck.
  3. Open the /wp-content/themes folder.
  4. Remove or rename the old baug theme folder.
  5. Extract the new theme ZIP and upload its contents to the themes directory.

Version History

Version 1.0

  • Initial release