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myCred Points Cap
myCred Points Cap by myCred is an add-on plugin for sites that run the myCred points system. It lets administrators set limits on how many points each user can earn within a set period, so the rewards program stays fair and points keep their value.
- Version
- 1.1.4
- Released
- Aug 8, 2025
- Developer
- myCred
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Requires
- BuddyPress
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $4.79 a year on its own
What’s new in myCred Points Cap 1.1.4
Version 1.1.4
Latest
- ImprovedUpdated license system
What it does
Points systems work well until a handful of users rack up far more than everyone else. When that happens, rewards lose their meaning and the balance of your community economy shifts. This add-on gives you a ceiling. You choose a maximum number of points users can earn and the period it applies to: daily, weekly, monthly, annual or lifetime. Once a user reaches the limit, they stop earning until the period resets, which keeps point accrual steady and reduces the risk of inflation or abuse.
The cap works with your existing myCred hooks, so you can apply limits to the reward rules you already have in place. Shortcodes let you display earned points and current caps anywhere on your site, giving users a clear view of where they stand against the maximum. The plugin runs on a single site or across a WordPress multisite network, and it lists BuddyPress as a requirement, which makes it a natural fit for community sites that reward member activity.
Best for
- BuddyPress community sites with a myCred rewards program
- Site owners worried about point inflation or abuse
- Multisite networks that need consistent points limits
Features
Custom maximum point limits
Set a specific cap on how many points users can earn within a chosen period, keeping point totals in check and preserving the value of rewards.
Flexible timeframes
Apply limits on a daily, weekly, monthly, annual or lifetime basis to match how often people use your site and how you want rewards to flow.
Works with myCred hooks
Connects with your existing myCred hooks, so caps apply to the reward rules you have already configured and you can build more detailed reward strategies.
Shortcodes for display
Place shortcodes anywhere on your site to show users the points they have earned and the caps that currently apply to them.
Progress visibility for users
Users can see how close they are to the maximum they can earn, which keeps the rules transparent and gives them a reason to keep participating.
Single site or multisite
Run the add-on on one WordPress site or across a multisite network to keep the same rewards controls in place on every site.
myCred Points Cap older versions
- 1.1.3Oct 22, 20241 improvement
- 1.1.1Apr 18, 20231 improvement
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about myCred Points Cap
Does this work without myCred installed?
No. It is an add-on built for WordPress sites that already use the myCred points management system. It works with your existing myCred hooks to limit how many points users can earn, so myCred needs to be in place first. The plugin also lists BuddyPress as a requirement.
What time periods can I set a points cap for?
You can limit earnings on a daily, weekly, monthly or annual basis, or set a lifetime cap. This lets you pick the period that matches how active your users are and how quickly you want points to build up across your community.
Can my users see how close they are to their limit?
Yes. Shortcodes let you display a user's earned points and their current cap anywhere on your site. That way people know where they stand relative to the maximum they can earn, which keeps the system transparent and easy to follow.
Will myCred Points Cap work on a multisite network?
Yes. The add-on can be used on a single WordPress site or across multiple sites within a multisite network, so you can keep points limits consistent wherever your rewards program runs.
Is myCred Points Cap free?
The code of myCred Points Cap 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 myCred Points Cap is this?
Version 1.1.4, released Aug 8, 2025. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update myCred Points Cap?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of myCred Points Cap automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does myCred Points Cap need?
myCred Points Cap needs BuddyPress installed and active.
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