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1 === Subscriptions for WooCommerce with Stripe Recurring Payments ===
2 Contributors: converswp, shamsbd71, aushamim
3 Tags: woocommerce subscriptions, subscriptions, recurring payments, stripe, payments
4 Requires at least: 6.2
5 Tested up to: 7.1
6 Stable tag: 2.0.0
7 Requires PHP: 7.4
8 WC requires at least: 6.0
9 WC tested up to: 10.3
10 License: GPLv2 or later
11 License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html
12
13 WooCommerce subscriptions made simple: flexible billing cycles, automated recurring payments and built-in Stripe and PayPal support.
14
15 == Description ==
16
17 [**Subscriptions for WooCommerce**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/subscription) is the most affordable, feature-rich WooCommerce subscription plugin for building predictable recurring revenue — automate billing cycles, split payments, free trials, and full subscription management with support for Stripe, PayPal, Paddle, Mollie, Razorpay, and Xendit.
18
19 Effortlessly turn any WooCommerce product into a subscription with flexible billing cycles — daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly — while Stripe payments and PayPal renew those subscriptions in the background and your customers get a seamless checkout. [**Upgrade to Pro**](https://wpsubscription.co/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=upgrade_pro) for advanced payment gateways, installment plans, subscription health monitoring, subscription recovery campaigns, recurring coupons, and CRM integrations.
20
21 Need help? [Read our full documentation and setup guide.](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) Want to connect your favorite tools? Browse all [WPSubscription integrations.](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/category/integrations?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
22
23 ### Key Benefits:
24
25 - **WooCommerce Subscriptions**: Specifically built for the WooCommerce ecosystem to turn any product into a long-term recurring asset.
26
27 - **Recurring & Automated Billing**: Automates the entire cycle of recurring payments and flexible billing schedules — no manual intervention required.
28
29 - **Installment Payments**: Turn any purchase into hassle-free split payment options with fully customizable duration and frequency.
30
31 - **Multiple Payment Gateways**: Stripe, PayPal, Paddle, Mollie, Razorpay, and Xendit — all with automatic recurring billing and renewal support.
32
33 - **Subscription Health Monitoring**: Detect at-risk subscribers, track Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR), monitor churn rate, and calculate Revenue at Risk in real time.
34
35 - **Subscription Recovery**: Win back cancelled subscribers automatically with targeted email campaigns, smart discount incentives, and a dedicated Recovery Report to track reactivations and recovered MRR.
36
37 - **Growth-Oriented**: Free trials, sign-up fees, recurring coupons, and upgrade/downgrade options are all designed to boost conversions and build predictable revenue.
38
39 Need help? [Read our full documentation and setup guide here.](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
40
41 ### Subscription Management
42
43 Every subscription on your online store is managed from one place. See who is active, who is paused and who is about to renew, then change a billing cycle, switch a plan or cancel on a customer's behalf without leaving WordPress. Customers get the same subscription management tools in their account area, so most routine changes never reach your inbox.
44
45 Subscription management also covers the quieter side of recurring billing: activity logs for every subscription, renewal order history, and email notifications that fire automatically at each stage of the subscription lifecycle.
46
47 ### Recurring Billing & Payment Gateways
48
49 Recurring billing runs on a schedule you choose — daily, weekly, monthly or yearly — and charges automatically at the start of each cycle. **Stripe and PayPal recurring payments are included in this free plugin**, so credit card renewals are taken without anyone touching an order.
50
51 Stripe payments cover the usual credit card work on their own: cards are charged on schedule, failed payments are retried, and customers can update an expired credit card without your help. Further payment gateway options — Mollie, Razorpay and Xendit — are available in the Pro version, and Paddle recurring billing is supported through the separate WP SmartPay plugin.
52
53 ### Installment Payments
54
55 Not every product suits an ongoing subscription. Installment payments let a customer pay for a one-off purchase across a fixed number of charges, on whatever schedule you set, and the plugin stops billing automatically once the final payment clears. It is the same recurring billing engine, limited to a payment count you define.
56
57 This makes expensive items easier to sell on a small online store without adding a third-party financing service or a separate payment gateway.
58
59 ### Start Earning with Subscriptions for WooCommerce - Recurring Payment Plugin
60
61 **[Download the Plugin Now!](https://downloads.wordpress.org/plugin/subscription.zip)**
62
63 Explore all features and get started at [**WooCommerce Subscriptions & Recurring Payment Plugin**](https://wpsubscription.co/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=upgrade_pro).
64
65 ### WITH SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR WOOCOMMERCE, YOU CAN:
66
67 - Add recurring billing to any WooCommerce product, with Stripe payments taken automatically
68 - Offer free trials before the first payment is charged
69 - Set custom billing cycles — daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly
70 - Add one-time sign-up fees for new subscribers
71 - Let customers pause, cancel, or resume their plan at any time
72 - Manage all subscriptions easily from your WordPress admin panel
73 - Let customers self-manage subscriptions from their own account dashboard
74 - Accept payments via Stripe, PayPal, Paddle, Mollie, Razorpay, and Xendit
75 - Monitor subscription health — track MRR, churn rate, and revenue at risk
76 - Apply recurring coupons that discount on first payment or on every renewal
77 - Win back cancelled subscribers with automated recovery campaigns and smart discount incentives
78
79 The **Subscription for WooCommerce plugin** gives both you and your customers full control over subscription management. From your dashboard, you can view all subscriptions and manage them with ease.
80
81 Customers have the flexibility to pause, cancel, or update their plans at any time. This level of control, combined with automated recurring billing for WooCommerce, ensures that your subscription-based business runs smoothly and customers have a seamless experience managing their subscriptions.
82
83 That's why it ranks as an excellent WooCommerce recurring payment plugin on the market today.
84
85 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o8usgcZp1nY]
86
87 #### KEY FEATURES (FREE VERSION)
88
89 1. **Simple Product Subscriptions**: Turn any product into a subscription in just a few clicks. Pick how often customers get billed, and you're done. No complicated setup needed — perfect if you're just getting started with WooCommerce subscriptions.
90 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vU03jpaiq6E]
91
92 2. **Flexible Billing Cycles**: Charge customers daily, weekly, monthly, or yearly — whatever works for your business. Set it up once and payments process automatically on schedule. It's an easy way to keep cash flowing without chasing down payments.
93
94 3. **Free Trial Support**: Offer customers a free trial before the first payment is charged. This helps build trust and gives users a chance to try your product or service without any upfront cost, increasing sign-up conversions.
95
96 4. **Subscription Management for Admins**: Manage all subscriptions from one dashboard — view active plans, track payments, and make changes quickly. Everything's in one place, making it easy to run your subscription business without jumping between screens.
97 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=21e58x6yI2E]
98
99 5. **Customer Subscription Dashboard**: Your customers get their own dashboard where they can manage everything themselves — check billing dates, update payment info, and pause or cancel subscriptions. Giving them control means fewer support requests for you.
100 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LROx-KUbRho]
101
102 6. **Guest Checkout**: Allow non-registered users to purchase subscription products through guest checkout, reducing friction at the point of sale and increasing overall conversion rates.
103
104 #### PREMIUM FEATURES
105
106 1. **Support for Simple and Variable Products**: Offer subscriptions on any WooCommerce product — whether it's a single item or one with options like size or color. Turn more of your catalog into recurring revenue without any extra hassle.
107 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GGX80zs-uRA]
108
109 2. **Automatic Stripe Recurring Payments**: Payments process automatically at the start of each billing cycle — no manual charging required. Stripe handles everything securely, including failed payment retries and payment method updates, giving you steady cash flow and your customers a smooth experience.
110 [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fZMLPgZtB6A]
111
112 3. **Advanced Product Customization**: Personalize subscription options for each individual product — set custom billing cycles, offer free trials, charge sign-up fees, or apply unique settings per product. Create tailored subscription plans that best fit your products and meet the needs of your customers.
113
114 4. **Sign-Up Fees**: Charge a one-time fee when customers first subscribe to cover setup costs or add extra value upfront. Set different fees for different products to structure your pricing and boost revenue from day one.
115
116 5. **Pending Cancellation / Scheduled Cancellations**: Let customers cancel at the end of their billing period instead of immediately. This gives them more control, prevents sudden drop-offs, and ensures you still get paid for the current billing cycle — a win-win for store owners and subscribers alike.
117
118 6. **Installment Plans & Split Payments**: Let customers pay for products in [**easy installments**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-split-pay-installment?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) instead of all at once, making expensive items more accessible and affordable. Set fully custom payment schedules — weekly, monthly, or any custom interval — to boost sales and improve cash flow.
119
120 7. **Subscription Pause**: Let customers temporarily pause their subscription instead of cancelling outright. This significantly reduces churn by keeping subscribers in your ecosystem until they're ready to resume, rather than losing them permanently.
121
122 8. **Early Renewal & Manual Renewal**: Allow subscribers to renew early before their billing date is due. For customers who prefer more control, manual renewal mode sends an invoice they can pay on demand — rather than relying on automatic billing.
123
124 9. **Custom Renewal Pricing**: Set a renewal price that differs from the initial subscription price. Offer discounted renewals to reward loyalty, or increase renewal prices as your product grows in value.
125
126 10. **Subscription Health Monitoring**: Get a real-time bird's-eye view of your entire subscription business. Detect at-risk subscribers, flag overdue renewals, track **Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR)**, monitor **churn rate**, and calculate **Revenue at Risk** — so you can act before problems affect your bottom line.
127
128 11. **Recurring Coupons**: Offer discounts that stick around — apply percentage or fixed-amount coupons on the first payment only, or carry them through every renewal for a set number of billing cycles. Combine with free trials to maximize sign-up conversions and reward long-term subscribers.
129
130 12. **Role-Based Product Visibility**: Show or hide specific subscription products based on user roles, perfect for creating exclusive member-only offers. Control who sees what in your store and easily create targeted subscription plans for different customer segments.
131
132 13. **Grace Period**: Give customers [**extra time to update their payment details**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-grace-period?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) before their subscription is cancelled after a failed payment. This prevents accidental cancellations and helps you retain more subscribers by offering a flexible buffer period.
133
134 14. **Subscription Recovery**: [**Win back cancelled subscribers automatically**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-subscription-recovery?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) with targeted email campaigns and smart discount offers. Create one-time, scheduled, or recurring campaigns to reach lapsed subscribers — offer percentage discounts, fixed-amount incentives, or WooCommerce coupons redeemable only through recovery emails. Track recovered MRR, reactivations, and campaign performance from a dedicated Recovery Report dashboard, all without any manual intervention.
135
136 15. **Subscription Cancellation Survey**: [**Gather insights from customers**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/subscription-cancellation-survey?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) who cancel their subscriptions to understand why they left and improve your service. Use targeted questions to identify pain points, reveal common cancellation reasons, and spot opportunities to enhance retention. This feedback helps refine your offerings, reduce churn, and create a better experience for future subscribers.
137
138 [**Upgrade to Subscriptions for WooCommerce Pro**](https://wpsubscription.co/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=upgrade_pro)
139
140 ### Additional Features:
141
142 - [**Action Hooks & Filters**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-action-hooks-filters?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
143 - [**Digital File Access Control**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-digital-file-access?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
144 - [**REST API Integration**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-rest-api-integration?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
145 - [**Subscription Activities & Logs**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-configuration-settings?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
146 - [**Delivery Schedules**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-delivery-schedule?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
147 - [**Synchronize Delivery Schedules**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-synchronize-schedule?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
148 - Automated Payment Failure Handling & Smart Retry Logic
149 - Order History & Renewal Tracking
150 - Manage Delivery Status
151 - Print Delivery Addresses
152 - Subscription Upgrade & Downgrade
153 - WPML & Polylang Multilingual Support
154 - WooCommerce Blocks & Gutenberg Support
155 - MRR / Analytics & Reporting Dashboard
156
157 ### Integrations
158
159 #### Learning Management Systems (LMS)
160 - [**Tutor LMS**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-tutor-lms?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
161 - [**LearnPress**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-learnpress-lms?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
162 - [**LearnDash**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-learndash-lms?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
163 - [**Academy LMS**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/academy/)
164
165 #### License Management
166 - [**WP Software License**](https://wpsubscription.co/woocommerce-subscription-plugin-with-license-management/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=upgrade_pro)
167 - [**License Manager for WooCommerce**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/license-manager-for-woocommerce/)
168
169 #### Automation & Workflow
170 - [**Bit Integrations**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/bit-integrations/)
171 - [**OttoKit**](https://ottokit.com/)
172 - [**AutomatorWP**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/automatorwp/)
173
174 #### Email Marketing & CRM
175 - [**MailPoet**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-mailpoet?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
176 - [**FluentCRM**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-fluent-crm?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
177 - [**WP Fusion**](https://wpfusion.com/)
178
179 #### Payment Gateways
180 - [**Stripe**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-stripe?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
181 - [**PayPal**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-paypal?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
182 - [**Paddle**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-paddle?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
183 - [**Mollie**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-mollie?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
184 - [**Razorpay**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-razorpay?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
185 - [**Xendit**](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en/wpsubscription-payment-with-xendit?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs)
186 - WooEpay
187
188 ### Why Choose this Subscription for WooCommerce Plugin?
189
190 Subscriptions for WooCommerce is more than just a plugin — it's your key to unlocking predictable monthly revenue through fully managed recurring billing for WooCommerce. Whether you're running a membership site, offering physical product deliveries, or building a course-based business, this plugin handles:
191
192 - WooCommerce auto-renewal billing via Stripe, PayPal, Paddle, Mollie, Razorpay, or Xendit
193 - Flexible billing cycles with free trials or one-time sign-up fees
194 - Customer-managed dashboards for full transparency and self-service
195 - Subscription health monitoring with MRR tracking and churn analytics
196 - Subscription recovery campaigns to win back cancelled subscribers automatically
197 - Compatibility with top tools like LearnDash, LearnPress, Tutor LMS, FluentCRM, MailPoet, and WP Fusion
198
199 It's the solid, affordable choice for any online store searching for a WooCommerce subscriptions plugin built for performance, reliability, and growth.
200
201 ### SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR WOOCOMMERCE PLUGIN COMPATIBILITIES
202
203 - [**Works Perfectly with Membership for WooCommerce**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/membership-for-woocommerce/): The **Subscription for WooCommerce plugin** is fully compatible with the Membership for WooCommerce plugin. Sell membership plans with recurring payments, giving users access to exclusive content or services, with automatic billing and easy plan management.
204
205 - [**Compatible With PayPal Standard**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woocommerce-gateway-paypal-express-checkout/): Use PayPal Standard to accept recurring payments. It works smoothly to process payments on time, ensuring that your subscription billing is handled reliably and securely.
206
207 - [**Integrates with LearnPress**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/learnpress/): Sell online courses using LearnPress with a subscription. Create subscription plans for your courses, set recurring payments, and manage students with ease. Ideal for anyone offering online lessons, training, or digital learning programs.
208
209 - [**Integrates with LearnDash**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/sfwd-lms/): Gate LearnDash course access behind an active WooCommerce subscription. Trusted by Fortune 500 companies and universities, LearnDash + WPSubscription makes it simple to monetize online courses with recurring revenue.
210
211 - [**Stripe Payment Gateway Support**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woocommerce-gateway-stripe/): Seamlessly integrates with the official Stripe payment gateway for WooCommerce, enabling secure automatic recurring billing on custom intervals. Stripe also supports Apple Pay, Google Pay, iDEAL, SEPA, and Bancontact for broader customer reach.
212
213 - [**Razorpay Payment Gateway Support**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woo-razorpay/): Full Razorpay support for recurring payments — great for businesses targeting India and Southeast Asia. Supports 100+ payment options including credit cards, debit cards, UPI, and netbanking.
214
215 - [**WPML Compatibility**](https://wpml.org/): Running a multilingual store? This plugin works great with WPML and Polylang, letting you offer subscription products in multiple languages and reach more customers worldwide.
216
217 - [**Xendit Payment Gateway Support**](https://wordpress.org/plugins/xendit-woocommerce-payment-gateway/): Accept recurring payments via Xendit — the leading Southeast Asian payment gateway supporting cards, e-wallets, virtual accounts, and recurring billing across Indonesia, the Philippines, and beyond.
218
219 - **Built for WooCommerce Payment Gateway Compatibility**: Designed to work with various WooCommerce-supported payment gateways. Whether using PayPal, Stripe, Mollie, Razorpay, Paddle, or Xendit, your subscription payments will be processed correctly and on time.
220
221 ### Make Your Store Subscription-Ready
222
223 This plugin is also perfect for digital products. Selling online courses, downloads, or memberships? Just set the item as a WooCommerce product, choose your subscription settings, and you're ready to go.
224
225 The **Subscription for WooCommerce plugin** works well with most themes that follow WordPress and WooCommerce standards. If any issue arises after a theme or version update, the plugin team quickly restores compatibility.
226
227 Whether you're selling digital downloads, physical products, or services, WPSubscription helps you grow with recurring revenue. It makes your online store subscription-ready with minimal setup, and every plan you create is managed from the same place. If you're looking for an affordable, powerful WooCommerce subscriptions and recurring payment solution, this plugin delivers.
228
229 ### Need Help?
230
231 If you need any help with the plugin or have questions, feel free to use our [**support portal**](https://wpsubscription.co/contact/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=support).
232 Our team is here to assist you and help you get the most out of your subscription setup.
233
234 You can also explore our full range of WooCommerce plugins designed to grow your eCommerce store.
235
236 If the documentation does not solve your issue, you can generate a support ticket for quick assistance.
237
238 Build or improve your eCommerce store confidently with the Subscriptions for WooCommerce plugin.
239
240 == External services ==
241
242 This plugin integrates with various third-party payment gateways to process recurring payments and manage subscriptions securely. Depending on the payment gateways you enable in the WooCommerce settings, order information and customer data may be securely transmitted to these external services.
243
244 * **Stripe:** When enabled, the plugin communicates with Stripe's API to process payments, manage subscriptions, and handle auto-renewals. Usage is subject to the [Stripe Services Agreement](https://stripe.com/legal/ssa) and [Stripe Privacy Policy](https://stripe.com/privacy).
245 * **PayPal:** When enabled, the plugin communicates with PayPal's API (api-m.paypal.com or api-m.sandbox.paypal.com) to process payments securely and manage subscription lifecycles. Usage is subject to the [PayPal Legal Agreements](https://www.paypal.com/legalhub/home) and [PayPal Privacy Statement](https://www.paypal.com/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full).
246
247 == Frequently Asked Questions ==
248
249 =Does this plugin work with the free version of WooCommerce?=
250 Yes, it works perfectly with the free WooCommerce plugin. You can easily set up and manage subscriptions without any extra add-ons or premium versions.
251
252 =Can I offer free trials with this plugin?=
253 Yes, it allows you to offer free trials before the first payment is charged, giving customers a chance to try your product or service risk-free.
254
255 =Payment gateways are not showing up in the checkout?=
256 Are you checking out a subscription with a free trial? Subscriptions with free trials do not ask for payment methods. You can check out without using a payment method. But after the trial ends, you will need to pay for the renewal order manually. After that, the next renewals will renew automatically depending on the payment method used.
257
258 =What payment gateways are supported by this plugin?=
259 This plugin supports Stripe, PayPal, Paddle, Mollie, Razorpay, Xendit, and WooEpay. These integrations make it easy to process recurring payments and manage subscriptions globally.
260
261 =Can customers cancel or change their subscription plans?=
262 Yes, customers can easily cancel, pause, or update their subscription plans directly from their account dashboard.
263
264 =Is this plugin suitable for digital products or courses?=
265 Absolutely! It's perfect for digital downloads, memberships, and online courses. It integrates with LearnDash, LearnPress, Tutor LMS, and Academy LMS.
266
267 =Can I track customer subscriptions using the Subscription for WooCommerce plugin?=
268 Yes, you can view all subscription logs and customer activity directly from your WordPress admin panel. The Subscription Health dashboard also tracks MRR, churn rate, and revenue at risk.
269
270 =Do I need coding skills to set up and manage subscriptions?=
271 No coding is needed. The setup is beginner-friendly and easy to use, even if you have no technical background.
272
273 =What happens if a payment fails during a subscription cycle?=
274 If a payment fails, the system will automatically retry the payment and send alerts to notify you and the customer, helping to avoid missed renewals. A grace period can also be configured to give customers time to update their payment information.
275
276 =Can I offer subscription discounts and coupons?=
277 Yes, the plugin supports recurring coupons — apply percentage or fixed-amount discounts on the first payment only, or carry them through every renewal for a configurable number of billing cycles.
278
279 =Can customers pause their subscriptions?=
280 Yes, customers can pause their subscription instead of cancelling. This reduces churn by keeping subscribers in your ecosystem until they're ready to resume.
281
282 =Where can I find the full documentation and setup steps?=
283 You can find the complete guide, configuration tutorials, and troubleshooting help in our [Subscriptions for WooCommerce Docs](https://docs.wpsubscription.co/en?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=docs) section.
284
285 =What makes this a good choice for WooCommerce subscriptions?=
286 It is designed to be fast, reliable, and full-featured, with support for auto-renewals, variable products, free trials, recurring coupons, subscription health monitoring, and multiple payment gateways including Stripe, PayPal, Mollie, Razorpay, Paddle, and Xendit.
287
288 =Does this plugin support Stripe payments and credit card billing?=
289 Yes. Stripe payments are built into the free plugin, so recurring credit card charges are taken automatically at the start of each billing cycle. Stripe handles the card details, retries a failed payment, and lets a customer replace an expired credit card from their own account — no manual invoicing and no PCI burden on your online store.
290
291 =Does this plugin support installments and split payments?=
292 Yes. Installment payments let a customer pay for a single purchase across a fixed number of charges on a schedule you set, and billing stops on its own once the last payment clears. You choose the interval and the number of payments per product, so the same recurring billing engine covers both ongoing subscriptions and fixed-length installment plans.
293
294 With Subscriptions for WooCommerce, you can turn your store into a subscription business in just minutes using a lightweight plugin with no bloat.
295
296 == Installation ==
297
298 = Automatic installation =
299 Automatic installation is the easiest way to install Subscriptions for WooCommerce, as WordPress handles everything without leaving your browser.
300
301 1. Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
302 2. Navigate to 'Plugins > Add New'.
303 3. In the search field, type 'Subscriptions for WooCommerce - Recurring Payment Plugins, Stripe, PayPal, Paddle & More'.
304 4. Locate the plugin in the results and click 'Install Now'.
305 5. After installation, click 'Activate'.
306
307 = Manual installation =
308 Manual installation involves downloading the plugin and uploading it to your web server using an FTP client or the File Manager in your hosting panel.
309
310 1. Download the 'Subscriptions for WooCommerce' plugin ZIP file.
311 2. Unzip the file.
312 3. Upload the entire `subscription` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
313 4. Go to the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress.
314 5. Activate the 'Subscriptions for WooCommerce' plugin.
315
316 = Updating =
317
318 Automatic updates are available via the WordPress dashboard.
319 We recommend backing up your website before performing any updates.
320
321 == Upgrade to Pro ==
322 This plugin has a Pro version with more features, priority support, and advanced integrations.
323 Learn more: [WPSubscription Pro](https://wpsubscription.co/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=upgrade_pro)
324
325 == Screenshots ==
326
327 1. Subscriptions list page (admin)
328 2. Subscriptions Settings
329 3. Subscriptions integrations
330 4. Subscriptions API
331 5. WooCommerce Cart Page with Subscription
332 6. WooCommerce Checkout Page with Subscription
333 7. WooCommerce Order Details Page with Subscription
334 8. My Account, List of Subscriptions (user)
335 9. My Account, Subscription Details Page (user)
336 10. WooCommerce Product - Subscription Settings
337 11. WooCommerce Discount - Subscription Settings
338 12. Delivery Schedules for Physical Products (Pro)
339 13. Subscription Health (Pro)
340
341 == Changelog ==
342
343 = 2.0.0 - Sep 14, 2026 =
344 - new: Plans. Build reusable plans with multiple durations.
345 - new: Connect a plan to products, or create one from the product editor.
346 - new: One-time purchase option on products.
347 - new: Redesigned setup wizard.
348 - new: Overview dashboard.
349 - new: Edit cancellation reasons without Pro.
350 - improved: Filterable integrations page.
351 - improved: Simpler settings page.
352 - improved: Consistent admin page headers.
353
354 = 1.11.2 - Aug 30, 2026 =
355 - new: Relative ordering of renewal orders.
356 - fix: Subscription list filters.
357 - fix: Guest account reusable token issue.
358 - fix: PHP compatibility issue.
359 - fix: Subscription details error on My Account page.
360
361 = 1.11.1 - Aug 23, 2026 =
362 - fix: Guest account creation.
363 - fix: Guest checkout error.
364 - fix: Email templates.
365
366 = 1.11.0 - Aug 16, 2026 =
367 - fix: Renewal time anchoring.
368 - fix: Renewals were delaying by 1/2 days.
369 - fix: Discounted amount was not showing properly.
370 - fix: Playground resource error.
371
372 = 1.10.9 - Aug 2, 2026 =
373 - fix: Stripe renewal error while adding payment information.
374
375 = 1.10.8 - Jul 19, 2026 =
376 - fix: Email error due to missing subscriptions.
377 - fix: Incorrect subscription dates.
378
379 = 1.10.7 - Jul 12, 2026 =
380 - fix: Add to cart validation.
381 - fix: Admin table paginations.
382 - fix: Subscription expired email timing.
383
384 = 1.10.6 - Jul 5, 2026 =
385 - new: Subscription cancellation feedback.
386 - fix: Subscription status change cron.
387
388 = 1.10.5 - Jun 28, 2026 =
389 - new: Subscription details page.
390 - new: Subscription Upgrade/Downgrade settings.
391 - fix: PayPal webhook retry.
392 - update: WP.Org plugin description.
393
394 = 1.10.4 - Jun 22, 2026 =
395 - security: chart.js asset loading.
396
397 = 1.10.3 - Jun 21, 2026 =
398 - fix: Admin headers.
399 - fix: Subscription status badges.
400 - fix: Pro feature previews.
401 - fix: Categorize integrations.
402 - fix: Pro settings.
403
404 = 1.10.2 - Jun 15, 2026 =
405 - new: Subscription Onboarding.
406 - fix: Subscription admin list datetime format.
407 - fix: Stripe error due to deprecated log method.
408 - update: WP.Org banner & screenshots.
409 - update: WP.Org plugin description.
410
411 = 1.10.1 - Jun 7, 2026 =
412 - new: Subscription settings UI.
413 - new: Pro features preview.
414 - fix: Stripe Bancontact renewal error.
415
416 = 1.10.0 - May 21, 2026 =
417 - new: Subscription list UI.
418 - new: Health and report page preview.
419 - new: Integrations one click install.
420 - fix: Same subscription quality.
421 - fix: PayPal webhook.
422 - improve: Tested up to WordPress v7.
423
424 = 1.9.6 - May 11, 2026 =
425 - fix: Renewal order creation error when the previous renewal order is unavailable.
426
427 = 1.9.5 - May 3, 2026 =
428 - fix: More frequent subscription check.
429 - fix: Missing auto-renew data in subscription helper.
430
431 = 1.9.4 - Apr 23, 2026 =
432 - fix: PayPal price with different decimals.
433 - fix: PayPal refunds.
434 - fix: PayPal webhook not updating subscriptions.
435 - fix: PayPal plan update when product info changes in WooCommerce.
436 - fix: Creating duplicate plans for updated product info in WooCommerce.
437
438 = 1.9.3 - Apr 12, 2026 =
439 - fix: Stripe unavailable error during renewal.
440 - fix: Optional parameter error from some methods.
441 - fix: Language base file Project ID version.
442
443 = 1.9.2 - Mar 30, 2026 =
444 - fix: Renamed reserved WP_SUBSCRIPTION_* constants to SUBSCRPT_* to comply with WordPress.org naming guidelines.
445 - fix: Renamed wp_-prefixed global functions (wp_subscrpt_write_log, wp_subs_multiselect_field, etc.) to subscrpt_ prefix.
446 - fix: Renamed non-prefixed AJAX actions (install_woocommerce_plugin, activate_woocommerce_plugin) to subscrpt_ prefix.
447 - fix: Stripe gateway class now wrapped in class_exists check to prevent fatal error when WooCommerce Stripe plugin is inactive.
448 - fix: Replaced insecure JavaScript redirections in ActionController with wp_safe_redirect().
449 - fix: PayPal webhook inputs now sanitized before processing.
450 - fix: Plugin name updated to comply with WordPress.org trademark guidelines.
451 - fix: Guest checkout improvements.
452 - fix: Prevent setup_future_usage from being added to renewal orders in Stripe.
453 - compat: Legacy WP_SUBSCRIPTION_* constants and old function names remain available via includes/LegacyCompat.php.
454
455 = 1.9.1 - Mar 15, 2026 =
456 - fix: Subscription trials.
457 - fix: Cart text issue.
458 - fix: Reactivate subscription button.
459 - fix: Stripe initialization error.
460
461 = 1.9.0 - Mar 9, 2026 =
462 - fix: Unauthorized actions.
463 - fix: Admin subscription setting entries.
464 - fix: External services documentation.
465 - fix: Direct file access.
466 - fix: Plugin description.
467
468 = 1.8.20 - Feb 22, 2026 =
469 - fix: Deprecated subscription methods.
470 - fix: Subscription timing inconsistencies.
471 - fix: Subscription verbose status.
472
473 = 1.8.19 - Feb 8, 2026 =
474 - fix: Subscriber address information missing.
475 - fix: Cart description missing in some cases.
476
477 = 1.8.18 - Feb 1, 2026 =
478 - fix: Function return type error.
479 - fix: Stripe deprecated functions.
480
481 = 1.8.17 - Jan 18, 2026 =
482 - fix: Cart showing incorrect TAX.
483 - fix: WC product related error.
484 - fix: WC session check error.
485 - fix: Cart subscription text.
486
487 = 1.8.16 - Jan 11, 2026 =
488 - fix: Load translations from WP.Org.
489 - fix: Zero decimal price issue.
490 - fix: Cart description visibility issue.
491
492 = 1.8.15 - Dec 29, 2025 =
493 - fix: Updated language text-domain.
494
495 = 1.8.14 - Dec 28, 2025 =
496 - fix: PayPal webhook signature verification.
497 - fix: Missing translations in Cart & Checkout pages.
498 - improved: Minor core settings.
499
500 = 1.8.13 - Dec 23, 2025 =
501 - security: Unauthorized access to user subscription.
502
503 = 1.8.12 - Dec 21, 2025 =
504 - fix: Subscription details default endpoint.
505 - fix: Proper subscription timings.
506 - fix: WordPress test up to version.
507 - fix: Other minor bugs.
508
509 = 1.8.11 - Dec 14, 2025 =
510 - fix: My subscriptions & view-subscription links.
511 - fix: Subscription links in emails.
512
513 = 1.8.10 - Dec 9, 2025 =
514 - new: Added beta badge in the integrations list.
515 - fix: Subscription switch action.
516 - fix: Core helper methods.
517
518 = 1.8.9 - Dec 7, 2025 =
519 - fix: Subscription cron task actions.
520 - fix: Status translation giving errors.
521 - fix: Integrations filter.
522
523 = 1.8.8 - Nov 30, 2025 =
524 - fix: Order timestamp error.
525 - fix: Subscription-related order error.
526 - fix: Cart page was showing price with tax even if taxes are turned off.
527
528 = 1.8.7 - Nov 23, 2025 =
529 - fix: Cart warning messages.
530 - fix: Two-way add to cart check (sub <=> non-sub).
531 - improved: Settings page.
532
533 = 1.8.6 - Nov 16, 2025 =
534 - fix: Guest checkout account creation error.
535
536 = 1.8.5 - Nov 9, 2025 =
537 - fix: View subscription from user menu showing "Page not found"
538 - new: Added some helper functions.
539
540 = 1.8.4 - Nov 2, 2025 =
541 - compat: Compatibility patch for subscription quick check QR code.
542
543 = 1.8.3 - Oct 27, 2025 =
544 - fix: Error due to operation with wrong type.
545
546 = 1.8.2 - Oct 26, 2025 =
547 - fix: User role not changing for active/inactive subscribers.
548 - fix: Auto renewal on/off action visibility (for Stripe paid subscriptions only).
549
550 = 1.8.1 - Oct 20, 2025 =
551 - new: Subscription back to list button.
552 - fix: Checkout text typo.
553 - fix: Subscription details page extra spaces.
554
555 = 1.8.0 - Oct 12, 2025 =
556 - new: Guest Checkout.
557 - fix: Subscription prices with VAT.
558 - improved: Subscription settings page.
559
560 = 1.7.0 - Oct 5, 2025 =
561 - new: PolyLang support.
562 - new: WPML support.
563 - improved: Updated language template files.
564 - improved: Some helpers for 3rd party integrations.
565
566 = 1.6.1 - Sep 25, 2025 =
567 - fix: Wrong subscription URL in emails.
568
569 = 1.6.0 - Sep 18, 2025 =
570 - new: Stripe iDeal integration.
571 - new: Stripe SEPA integration.
572
573 = 1.5.8 - Sep 16, 2025 =
574 - fix: Removed unused codes and hooks.
575 - new: Added language base file.
576
577 = 1.5.7 - Aug 24, 2025 =
578 - fix: PayPal data conflict for Live and SandBox modes.
579
580 = 1.5.6 - Aug 18, 2025 =
581 - fix: PayPal update order by webhook
582 - fix: Some subscription query dependency
583 - improved: Core plugin to support more hooks and events
584
585 = 1.5.5 - Jul 22, 2025 =
586 - fix: Subscription history in descending order view.
587 - fix: Changed view subs button to text
588 - new: Add subscription switch info on order - Feature support core.
589 - fix: Fixed Subscription menu duplication bug
590
591 = 1.5.4 - Jul 17, 2025 =
592 - improved: Enhanced settings page with better user interface and organization
593 - improved: Fixed user role conflicts between subscription customers and administrators
594 - fix: User roles now properly change based on subscription status (active/inactive)
595 - fix: Corrected role assignment system to work with subscription status changes
596
597 = 1.5.3 - Jul 16, 2025 =
598 - improved: PayPal Integration Improvements.
599 - fix: Subscription Initialization & Compatibility.
600 - fix: Fetal error - legacy method names support.
601
602 = 1.5.2 - Jul 9, 2025 =
603 - fix: Security vulnerabilities - Added proper sanitization to all register_setting() calls
604 - fix: Nonce verification sanitization - Added wp_unslash() and sanitize_text_field()
605 - fix: JSON decode sanitization - Sanitized data before json_decode() in PayPal webhook
606 - fix: Direct file access prevention - Added ABSPATH checks to all template files
607 - fix: Internationalization issues - Fixed variable usage in translation functions
608 - fix: Unescaped translation functions - Replaced _e() with esc_html_e() and esc_attr_e()
609 - fix: Removed discouraged load_plugin_textdomain() function
610 - fix: Unordered placeholders in translatable strings - Used ordered placeholders
611 - fix: Plugin headers - Added missing "Requires at least" and "Requires PHP" headers
612 - fix: Plugin readme - Shortened description to under 150 characters
613 - fix: Naming conventions - Updated generic function names to use wps_subscription_ prefix
614 - update: WordPress.org compliance - All Plugin Check issues resolved
615 - update: Improved code quality and security standards
616
617 = 1.5.1 - Jul 8, 2025 =
618 - fix: Naming conversions fixed
619
620 = 1.5.0 - Jun 3, 2025 =
621 - new: API and Authentication.
622 - new: Stripe auto renewal.
623 - new: Paypal auto renewal support.
624 - new: New actions and Hooks for subscriptions.
625 - fix: Language strings
626
627 = 1.4.3 - Jun 3, 2025 =
628 - fix: Plugin description and Documentation link update
629
630 = 1.4.2 - May 20, 2025 =
631 - doc: Plugin description and Documentation link update
632
633 = 1.4.1 - May 13, 2025 =
634 - fix: Table style.
635 - fix: Doc links and details.
636
637 = 1.4.0 - May 20, 2025 =
638 - new: New Admin interface
639 - new: Improved user experience
640
641 = 1.3.2 - Apr 24, 2025 =
642 - fix: Astra theme support added.
643
644 = 1.3.1 - Apr 21, 2025 =
645 - fix: Add to cart button in product page was not showing certain themes are is used.
646
647 = 1.3.0 - Apr 20, 2025 =
648 - new: Stripe renewal added.
649 - new: Trial feature added.
650 - new: Subscription limit added.
651 - fix: Cancel by customer.
652 - update: Improve user experience and bug fixing!
653
654 = 1.2.1 - Aug 11, 2024 =
655 - fix: Pagination bug on `subscriptions` template.
656 - fix: Variable product exists on cart when pro plugin is deactivated!
657 - fix: Display '1' inside cart-price after recurring type.
658 - update: Improve order's Related Subscriptions description and status.
659
660 = 1.2.0 - Aug 11, 2024 =
661 - new: Block pages support added.
662 - update: Rebuild the plugin for better long term support.
663
664 = 1.1.4 - May 19, 2024 =
665 - update: Subscription status will be `pending` when order status is `processing`.
666 - new: `subscript_order_status_to_post_status` hook added to filter post status during order status changed event.
667
668 = 1.1.3 - May 19, 2024 =
669 - new: Subscription storeAPI checkout support added.
670
671 = 1.1.2 - May 9, 2024 =
672 - fix: Handle order deletion.
673 - update: WP timezone setting support added.
674 - new: Compatible with pro version.
675
676 = 1.1.1 - May 9, 2024 =
677 - fix: Displaying `/1{type}` inside product details.
678
679 = 1.1 - Jun 18, 2023 =
680 - update: We rebuild our plugin from scratch to provide better & long terms supports
681 - fix: Severals UI & compatibility issues
682
683 = 1.0.4 - Oct 11, 2022 =
684 - new: Display color based subscription status
685 - new: Add required plugin installer
686 - fix: Subscription customer box overflow issue
687 - update: Plugin action links added
688
689 = 1.0.3 - Apr 13, 2022 =
690 - update: Code clean-up
691 - fix: Some minor issues
692
693 = 1.0.2 - Apr 12, 2022 =
694 - update: Change plugin name
695 - update: Did some Code refactoring
696 - fix: WPCodingStandard related issues using `phpcbf`
697
698 = 1.0.1 - Feb 28, 2022 =
699 - fix: "total" amount not display in "My Subscription's"
700
701 = 1.0.0 - Feb 28, 2022 =
702 - new: Initial release
703
704