Auto Hide Admin Bar

Overview

Automatically hide the admin bar after a period of inactivity, with hover-to-reveal functionality. This feature is part of the UX & Display category in Hide Admin Bar Pro.

Feature Details

Prerequisites

• Hide Admin Bar Pro plugin must be installed and activated.
• Pro license required for this feature.

How to Configure

1. Go to your WordPress admin dashboard.
2. Navigate to Settings > Hide Admin Bar Settings.
3. Click the UX & Display tab (Pro features appear as separate tabs).
4. Configure the settings as needed and click Save.
5. Changes take effect immediately — no page refresh needed for visitors.

How It Works

Instead of permanently hiding the admin bar, this feature auto-hides it after a configurable period of inactivity (1-60 seconds). When the user moves their mouse to the top of the screen, the admin bar smoothly reappears. This provides a clean interface while keeping the admin bar accessible when needed. Uses CSS transitions for smooth animations.

Benefits

• Clean interface without losing admin bar access.
• Configurable inactivity timeout (1-60 seconds).
• Smooth CSS transition animations.
• Hover-to-reveal for instant access when needed.
• Great for content editors who need occasional admin access.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I enable Auto Hide Admin Bar?

Go to Settings > Hide Admin Bar Settings in your WordPress admin and navigate to the appropriate Pro tab.

Can I use this with other visibility conditions?

Yes, all visibility conditions work together. The plugin evaluates conditions in order: global settings, role-based, capability-based, and then Pro conditions (time, URL, device, per-user). If any condition triggers hiding, the admin bar is hidden.

What happens if I accidentally hide the admin bar for administrators?

The plugin provides a secure reset URL on the settings page. You can also access the reset URL directly to restore all settings to their defaults without needing the admin bar.