Wordpress: Create a Custom RSS Feed

RSS feeds are a great way to syndicate content and allow users to subscribe to updates. This snippet allows for the creation of a custom RSS feed in WordPress, tailored to specific content types or categories.

Using the add_feed function, the snippet sets up a new RSS feed endpoint, which can be accessed to retrieve posts from specific categories or with custom formatting.

This method is useful for sites that need to provide specialized feeds for different audiences, such as a feed just for news updates or promotional content.

The snippet includes instructions on how to structure the feed and integrate it with existing content management workflows, ensuring that the feed updates automatically with new posts.

Considerations for ensuring that the feed complies with RSS standards and best practices for making it discoverable to users and aggregators are also covered.