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BuddyBoss LearnDash
BuddyBoss LearnDash is a WordPress plugin that connects the LearnDash learning management system with the BuddyBoss community platform. It lets you run courses, quizzes and certificates inside a social space with groups, forums, profiles and activity feeds, so students learn alongside each other.
- Version
- 1.1.0
- Released
- Sep 21, 2026
- Developer
- BuddyBoss
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $2.39 on its own
What’s new in BuddyBoss LearnDash 1.1.0
Version 1.1.0
Latest
- FixedCore - Fixed an issue where clicking "View details" on the BuddyBoss products not showing update details
- FixedCore - Fixed an issue with the course count shown on the group Courses tab and a related setting that was not saving correctly
- FixedLearnDash - Fixed an issue where course certificates were not showing up on member profiles
What it does
A course site on its own can feel quiet. Students watch lessons, take a quiz and leave, with no easy way to talk to classmates or instructors. This integration places LearnDash course features inside the BuddyBoss environment, so learning and community live in the same place. Students can follow their course progress, earn certificates and then join a discussion, message a peer or check the activity feed without moving to a separate tool.
It fits membership sites, online academies and corporate training portals that want courses tied to a member community. You can set up private or public groups for specific courses or topics, and the group Courses tab shows the courses connected to each group. Course certificates can appear on member profiles, notifications and private messaging keep learners informed, and reporting covers learner performance, course completions and community activity.
Best for
- Online academies built on LearnDash and BuddyBoss
- Membership sites that combine courses with a member community
- Corporate training portals with group-based learning
Features
LearnDash courses inside BuddyBoss
Create and manage courses with LearnDash functionality placed within the BuddyBoss environment, so lessons and community features share one site.
Course-based learning groups
Set up private or public groups for specific courses or topics, with a Courses tab that lists the courses linked to each group.
Progress tracking and quizzes
Follow student progress through courses, run quizzes and award certificates automatically when learners reach their goals.
Certificates on member profiles
Course certificates can display on member profiles, giving learners a visible record of what they have completed within the community.
Social learning features
Member profiles, groups, forums and activity feeds from BuddyBoss give students places to collaborate, ask questions and support one another.
Notifications and messaging
Automated email notifications, private messaging and announcements help keep learners informed about their courses and community activity.
Analytics and reporting
Review learner performance, course completions and community activity to see how students move through your content and engage with others.
Memberships and responsive design
Use membership levels, subscriptions and payment gateways within BuddyBoss and LearnDash, with a responsive layout for phones and tablets.
BuddyBoss LearnDash older versions
- 1.0.3Jul 31 fix
- 1.0.2Jun 121 fix
- 1.0.1Jun 21 fix
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about BuddyBoss LearnDash
Do I need both LearnDash and BuddyBoss for this to work?
Yes. This plugin is an integration between the LearnDash learning management system and the BuddyBoss platform. It connects the course features of LearnDash with the community features of BuddyBoss, so both need to be part of your site.
Can I create a group for each of my courses?
You can create private or public groups dedicated to specific courses or topics. Each group has a Courses tab that shows the courses linked to it, which gives students a shared space for discussion and collaboration around their coursework.
Will students be able to show their certificates to others?
Certificates are awarded automatically when learners complete a course, and they can appear on member profiles. Other members of the community can see what a student has completed when they visit that profile.
Can I track how students are doing?
Yes. The plugin follows student progress through courses and quizzes, and its reporting covers learner performance, course completions and community activity. You can use that information to adjust your content and see where students engage.
Is BuddyBoss LearnDash free?
The code of BuddyBoss LearnDash is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of BuddyBoss LearnDash is this?
Version 1.1.0, released Sep 21, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update BuddyBoss LearnDash?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of BuddyBoss LearnDash automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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