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LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder
LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder is an add-on plugin by LearnDash for sites running the LearnDash learning management system. It gives you a drag-and-drop builder for designing course certificates. Those certificates can then be awarded to learners automatically when they complete a course or pass a quiz.
- Version
- 1.1.5
- Released
- Feb 25, 2026
- Developer
- LearnDash
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 on its own
What’s new in LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder 1.1.5
Version 1.1.5 · Feb 25, 2026
Latest
- FixedResolved a deprecation warning related to trim() usage.
- FixedResolved an issue where background images may not load when viewing a Certificate.
What it does
Certificates are a simple way to recognize learners, but designing and sending them by hand takes time, especially once a site has many students. This add-on handles both parts inside LearnDash. You build the certificate layout visually, without writing code, and the plugin generates it for each learner based on criteria you set, such as finishing a course or reaching a passing quiz score. That removes the manual step of issuing certificates one at a time.
Each certificate can pull in learner details, course information, completion dates and custom messages, so every student receives a personalized document. You can start from a template or design your own, then add logos, signatures, seals and backgrounds to match your brand. Certificates export as PDF files that learners can save, print or share. Access controls based on user roles, course status or completion criteria help keep certificates limited to the learners who earned them.
Best for
- Online course sites built on LearnDash
- Trainers issuing completion certificates to students
- Organizations running branded internal training programs
Features
Drag-and-drop certificate builder
Design certificate layouts visually without any coding, arranging the elements so the result fits your branding and the theme of each course.
Automatic certificate issuance
Certificates are generated automatically when a learner completes a course or meets quiz criteria, such as a passing score, so recognition arrives right away.
Dynamic learner data
Insert learner names, course details, completion dates and custom messages that fill in automatically, giving each certificate a personal touch.
Templates or custom designs
Pick from a set of ready certificate templates or build your own from scratch to suit different courses and styles.
PDF export
Certificates are delivered as high-resolution PDF files that learners can save, print or share on social and professional networks.
Role and status access controls
Decide who can view certificates based on user roles, course status or completion criteria, so only qualified learners get access.
Branding elements
Add logos, signatures, seals and custom backgrounds to give your certificates a consistent, professional look tied to your organization.
Multi-language support
The add-on supports multiple languages and localization, which suits learning sites that serve students in different regions.
LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder older versions
- 1.1.4Jan 82 improvements, 1 fix
- 1.1.3.1Nov 21, 20241 fix
- 1.1.3Nov 20, 20241 improvement, 2 fixes
- 1.1.2Oct 8, 2024
- 1.1.1Aug 29, 2024
- 1.1.0Jun 19, 2024
- 1.0.4Jul 9, 2023
- 1.0.3Apr 18, 2023
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder
Do I need LearnDash to use this?
Yes. This is an add-on for the LearnDash learning management system and works with LearnDash courses and quizzes. It extends LearnDash with certificate design and automated issuing, so it is meant for sites that already run LearnDash.
Can certificates be awarded automatically?
Yes. You can set criteria such as course completion or a passing quiz score, and the plugin generates the certificate for the learner once those conditions are met. This saves you from issuing certificates manually.
Can I personalize each certificate with learner details?
Yes. Certificates can include dynamic data like the learner's information, course details, completion dates and custom messages. These fields fill in automatically, so every student receives a certificate with their own details on it.
What format do learners receive their certificates in?
Certificates are exported as high-resolution PDF files. Learners can save them, print them or share them on social media and professional networks.
Is LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder free?
The code of LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder 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 LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder is this?
Version 1.1.5, released Feb 25, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of LearnDash LMS Certificate Builder automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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