BuffGuard

Never let your important buffs expire again! BuffGuard is a comprehensive buff monitoring addon that provides visual indicators, audio alerts, and one-click spell casting to keep your character properly buffed at all times.

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  • Jul 7, 2025
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  • 11.2.0+127
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BuffGuard.zip

Supported Versions

  • 11.2.0
  • 11.1.7
  • 11.1.5
  • 11.1.0
  • 11.0.7
  • 11.0.5
  • 11.0.2
  • 11.0.0
  • 10.2.7
  • 10.2.6
  • 10.2.5
  • 10.2.0
  • 10.1.7
  • 10.1.5
  • 10.1.0
  • 10.0.7
  • 10.0.5
  • 10.0.2
  • 10.0.0
  • 9.2.7
  • 9.2.5
  • 9.2.0
  • 9.1.5
  • 9.1.0
  • 9.0.5
  • 9.0.2
  • 9.0.1
  • 8.3.0
  • 8.2.5
  • 8.2.0
  • 8.1.5
  • 8.1.0
  • 8.0.1
  • 7.3.5
  • 7.3.2
  • 7.3.0
  • 7.2.5
  • 7.2.0
  • 7.1.5
  • 7.1.0
  • 7.0.3
  • 6.2.4
  • 6.2.3
  • 6.2.2
  • 6.2.0
  • 6.1.0
  • 6.0.3
  • 6.0.2
  • 6.0.1
  • 5.5.0
  • 5.4.8
  • 5.4.7
  • 5.4.2
  • 5.4.1
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  • 5.3.0
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  • 5.1.0
  • 5.0.5
  • 5.0.4
  • 4.4.2
  • 4.4.1
  • 4.4.0
  • 4.3.4
  • 4.3.3
  • 4.3.0
  • 4.2.0
  • 4.1.0
  • 4.0.6
  • 4.0.3a
  • 4.0.3
  • 4.0.1
  • 3.4.4
  • 3.4.3
  • 3.4.2
  • 3.4.1
  • 3.4.0
  • 3.3.5
  • 3.3.3
  • 3.3.0
  • 3.2.0
  • 3.1.0
  • 3.0.9
  • 3.0.8
  • 3.0.3
  • 3.0.2
  • 2.5.4
  • 2.5.3
  • 2.5.2
  • 2.5.1
  • 2.4.3
  • 2.4.2
  • 2.4.1
  • 2.4.0
  • 2.3.3
  • 2.3.2
  • 2.3.0
  • 2.2.3
  • 2.2.2
  • 2.2.0
  • 2.1.3
  • 2.1.2
  • 2.1.1
  • 2.1.0
  • 2.0.12
  • 2.0.6
  • 2.0.3
  • 2.0.1
  • 1.15.7
  • 1.15.6
  • 1.15.5
  • 1.15.4
  • 1.15.3
  • 1.15.2
  • 1.15.1
  • 1.15.0
  • 1.14.4
  • 1.14.3
  • 1.14.2
  • 1.14.1
  • 1.14.0
  • 1.13.7
  • 1.13.6
  • 1.13.5
  • 1.13.4
  • 1.13.3
  • 1.13.2
  • 1.13.0

BuffGuard v2.2 - Major UI Overhaul & Customization UpdateNew Tabbed Configuration Interface

  • Complete UI redesign with modern tabbed interface
  • Three organized tabs: Buffs, Appearance, and Alerts
  • Improved spacing and layout for better usability
  • Clean, professional appearance that integrates well with WoW's UI

Enhanced Customization Options

Appearance Tab - New Visual Controls:

  • Scale adjustment (0.5x - 2.0x) - resize the entire addon interface
  • Font size control (8-24px) for better readability
  • Font style options: Outline, Thick, Monochrome, or None
  • Button dimensions: Adjustable width (100-400px) and height (20-60px)
  • Show/Hide timer text - toggle timer display on/off
  • Show/Hide spell icons - option to use text-only mode
  • Lock frames - prevent accidental movement of the main panel
  • Show/Hide tooltips - disable hover tooltips if desired

Improved Text Input System:

  • Dark theme edit boxes with better contrast and readability
  • Auto-capitalization of spell names with proper grammar handling
  • Tab navigation between input fields for faster configuration
  • Real-time spell validation and feedback

Technical Improvements

Enhanced Saved Variables System:

  • Per-character settings - each character maintains separate configurations
  • Improved data persistence - settings are properly saved and restored
  • Better initialization - more reliable startup and configuration loading

Performance Optimizations:

  • Optimized buff detection with improved caching system
  • Reduced memory usage with better resource management
  • Performance monitoring built-in for debugging

UI Framework Enhancements:

  • WoW 3.3.5 compatibility - fully tested on Wrath of the Lich King
  • Improved frame positioning with automatic save/restore
  • Better tooltip integration with enhanced spell information
  • Responsive layout that adapts to different settings

Audio & Alert System

  • Expanded sound library with 12+ warning sounds and 12+ expiration sounds
  • Customizable audio alerts for 60-second warnings and buff expiration
  • Visual floating text alerts with fade-out animations
  • Smart alert logic to prevent spam and duplicate notifications

Organization & Usability

  • Intuitive tab organization:
    • Buffs tab: Spell configuration and button count
    • Appearance tab: Visual customization options
    • Alerts tab: Sound and notification settings
  • Immediate preview - most changes apply instantly without requiring reload
  • Contextual tooltips showing spell status, duration, and casting instructions
  • Professional minimap integration with drag-to-reposition functionality

Quality of Life Improvements

  • Enhanced spell name handling with automatic capitalization
  • Better error handling and user feedback
  • Improved button creation with proper scaling support
  • Cleaner main panel with better visual hierarchy
  • Streamlined configuration workflow with logical groupings

Bug Fixes & Stability

  • Fixed tooltip toggle functionality - now properly shows/hides tooltips
  • Resolved text visibility issues in configuration panels
  • Improved button positioning and scaling calculations
  • Enhanced frame management with proper cleanup and initialization
  • Stable saved variables that persist correctly across sessions

Migration Notes

  • Existing configurations are preserved - your current buff settings will be maintained
  • New features default to sensible values - the addon will work out-of-the-box
  • Per-character migration - each character can now have unique settings

What's Next

This major update establishes a solid foundation for future enhancements. The new tabbed interface and expanded customization options make BuffGuard more powerful while remaining user-friendly.

BuffGuard v2.2 represents a complete overhaul focused on customization, usability, and visual polish while maintaining the reliable buff monitoring you depend on.