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PMPro - Require Strong Passwords
This is an add-on plugin for Paid Memberships Pro that makes members create strong passwords. It checks passwords as they are typed and requires a mix of uppercase letters, numbers and special characters, so weak passwords never make it onto member accounts.
Install this firstPlease install the Paid Memberships Pro Plugin from here before installing the Add-ons
Go to product- Version
- 0.5.3
- Released
- Sep 29, 2026
- Developer
- Paid Memberships Pro
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $1.03 on its own
- Topics
- Membership Plugins
What’s new in PMPro - Require Strong Passwords 0.5.3
Version 0.5.3 · Sep 29, 2026
Latest
- SecurityImproved sanitization and escaping throughout the plugin to resolve Plugin Check security findings.
What it does
Membership sites hold member accounts, profiles and often paid access to content, so a weak password on any account is an easy way in for someone who should not be there. Left to their own habits, many users pick short or simple passwords. This add-on removes that choice by setting minimum password rules that every member has to meet before an account or password change is accepted.
The plugin works inside your existing Paid Memberships Pro setup. It applies its rules at registration, during password resets and when members update their profiles, and it gives real-time feedback while the password is being entered so people know what to fix. You can adjust the strength criteria to match your own security policy, which makes it a sensible fit for site owners who want consistent password standards across their member base.
Best for
- Membership sites running Paid Memberships Pro
- Online communities that store sensitive member information
- Organizations with internal password or compliance policies
Features
Strong password enforcement
Members must create complex passwords that include uppercase letters, numbers and special characters before their password is accepted.
Adjustable strength criteria
Tailor the password requirements to match your site's own security policies or the compliance standards your organization follows.
Real-time validation feedback
Users see instant guidance while creating a password, so they can correct a weak choice right away instead of hitting an error later.
Coverage at registration
New members signing up through your membership checkout have to meet the password rules from their very first login.
Password resets and profile updates
The same rules apply when members reset a forgotten password or change it from their profile, so standards stay consistent over time.
Built for Paid Memberships Pro
Works within your existing Paid Memberships Pro membership setup, keeping the signup and account flow familiar for members.
PMPro - Require Strong Passwords older versions
- 0.5.2Nov 6, 20252 improvements, 1 fix
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
Questions about PMPro - Require Strong Passwords
Which password rules does it enforce?
It requires passwords that include uppercase letters, numbers and special characters. You can also customize the strength criteria so the rules line up with your site's security policy or any compliance standards you need to follow.
Where in the member journey are passwords checked?
Passwords are checked during user registration, password resets and profile updates. That covers the main points where members set or change a password, so no account slips through with a weak one.
Will members know why their password was rejected?
Yes. The plugin gives real-time validation feedback while a member types their password, guiding them toward a password that meets your rules and reducing frustration and login problems later.
Do I need Paid Memberships Pro to use this?
Yes. It is an add-on built for Paid Memberships Pro and works within your existing membership setup on that plugin.
Is PMPro - Require Strong Passwords free?
The code of PMPro - Require Strong Passwords 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 PMPro - Require Strong Passwords is this?
Version 0.5.3, released Sep 29, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update PMPro - Require Strong Passwords?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of PMPro - Require Strong Passwords automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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