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Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress
This add-on plugin connects Restrict Content Pro memberships with BuddyPress social networking features. It lets you limit groups, forums, posts and pages to members with the right subscription level, so your community can offer paid or role-based areas.
- Version
- 2.1.8
- Released
- Jul 26, 2023
- Developer
- Restrict Content Pro
- Type
- WordPress plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $1.03 on its own
- Topics
- Membership Plugins
What’s new in Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress 2.1.8
Version 2.1.8 · Jul 26, 2023
Latest
- ImprovedUpdate code to be compatible with PHP 8.
- ImprovedUX in settings tab.
What it does
Running a BuddyPress community with paid memberships usually means managing two separate systems: one for the social side and one for who can see what. This plugin links them. Membership levels created in Restrict Content Pro decide which parts of your BuddyPress site a member can reach, including groups and forums, along with standard posts and pages. That makes it practical to build members-only spaces inside an existing social network or forum.
You set up subscription tiers with different levels of content access and group participation. When a membership changes or renews, user roles and content access adjust automatically, which cuts down on manual admin work. Payments and recurring subscriptions run through Restrict Content Pro with support for multiple payment gateways, and reporting tools help you track membership activity. Developers can extend the integration with hooks and filters.
Best for
- BuddyPress social networks offering paid membership tiers
- Online forums with members-only groups or discussions
- Developers building custom membership communities for clients
Features
BuddyPress membership integration
Ties Restrict Content Pro access rules to BuddyPress, so membership status shapes what each person sees and does inside your community.
Multiple membership levels
Create several subscription tiers, each with its own level of content access and group participation, to suit different kinds of members.
Restricted groups and forums
Limit posts, pages, BuddyPress groups and forums to paying members or to specific member roles, creating exclusive community areas.
Automatic access updates
User roles and content access change automatically when a membership is updated or renewed, so you spend less time adjusting accounts by hand.
Recurring subscription payments
Accept membership payments and recurring subscriptions directly on your site, with support for multiple payment gateways.
Membership reporting
Track membership activity and generate reports to see how your community and its subscription tiers are doing over time.
Hooks and filters
Developers can customize and extend the integration using hooks and filters to fit the specific needs of a membership community.
Questions about Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress
Do I need Restrict Content Pro and BuddyPress for this to work?
Yes. This plugin is an integration between the two, so it connects Restrict Content Pro membership levels with BuddyPress features. It relies on both being part of your site to restrict groups, forums and other content by membership.
Can I restrict specific BuddyPress groups to certain members?
Yes. You can limit groups and forums, as well as posts and pages, to paying members or to specific member roles. Different subscription tiers can also have different levels of group participation.
What happens when a member's subscription changes?
Access control is automated. When a membership changes or renews, user roles and content access are updated automatically, so members gain or lose access to restricted areas without you editing each account manually.
Can developers customize how the integration behaves?
Yes. The plugin provides hooks and filters, so developers can customize and extend the integration to match the structure and rules of a particular membership community.
Is Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress free?
The code of Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress 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 Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress is this?
Version 2.1.8, released Jul 26, 2023. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Restrict Content Pro - BuddyPress automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
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