PMPro – Gift Aid is a direct integration for Paid Memberships Pro that adds a UK “Gift Aid” tax-incentive opt-in checkbox to the membership checkout process. Registered charities in the UK can use this to collect necessary declarations from taxpayers to increase the value of their donations. The plugin simplifies compliance by capturing these declarations at the point of sale.
WPExclusive members get access to Gift Aid as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Paid Memberships Pro collection →
What Is PMPro – Gift Aid?
PMPro – Gift Aid is developed by Paid Memberships Pro and is a membership extension for WordPress. It belongs to the membership category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for professional site owners. It provides a specific bridge for UK-based non-profits using Paid Memberships Pro to handle government tax incentives.
The plugin solves the hurdle of collecting manual tax declarations from donors. It is specifically designed for UK organizations that need to identify which members are subject to UK income tax.
PMPro – Gift Aid Features
The Gift Aid feature set is built around compliance and data management for non-profit membership sites.
Checkout Integration
The plugin automatically inserts a checkbox on the membership checkout page where users can confirm their tax status. It includes a short declaration explaining that the individual is a UK taxpayer. This ensures that every transaction is processed with the necessary legal consent for tax recovery.
Data Reporting and Exports
Admins can view the Gift Aid status directly on single order pages and membership confirmation screens. Gift Aid also adds a dedicated column to the Orders CSV export. This allows charity administrators to bulk export data and identify precisely which members have opted in, making it easy to submit claims to HMRC.
Developer Flexibility
The plugin includes specialized filter hooks for deeper customization. Developers can use the pmproga_show_gift_aid_at_checkout filter to conditionally show or hide the checkbox based on a specific membership level. This is useful for organizations that offer both taxable memberships and non-taxable products.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the Gift Aid sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Individual Add-On | Premium Only | 1 Site | Gift Aid Support |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Gift Aid + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Gift Aid plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is v0.2. The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the core membership engine. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Gift Aid .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Memberships > Orders to view the new data columns
- Check your membership checkout page to ensure the checkbox appears
Use Cases
UK-Based Registered Charities
Charities using Paid Memberships Pro can automatically collect declarations required for the UK Gift Aid scheme. This streamlines the process of claiming back 25p for every £1 donated by members.
Professional Associations
Organizations that offer memberships that qualify for tax incentives can use the opt-in checkbox to verify tax residency. This ensures that only eligible members are enrolled in the tax-incentive program.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies serving non-profit clients in the UK can deploy this extension across multiple sites using a single WPExclusive membership. This reduces the overhead cost of individual premium licenses while ensuring high compliance for clients.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Simplifies UK tax compliance for charities
- Easy CSV export for reporting and claims
- Automatic status updates in member emails
⚠️ Limitations
- Specific only to UK-based tax entities
- Requires the core Paid Memberships Pro plugin to function
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is PMPro – Gift Aid GPL Licensed?
Yes. PMPro – Gift Aid is distributed under the GNU General Public License (GPL) — the same license that governs WordPress itself. GPL gives any user the legal right to use, study, share, and redistribute the software. This is the legal framework that makes WPExclusive’s membership model possible.
WPExclusive distributes 100% original, unmodified files — the same release the developer publishes. No injected code, no alterations, no security risks.
Get PMPro – Gift Aid on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you PMPro – Gift Aid plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full Paid Memberships Pro collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PMPro – Gift Aid do?
PMPro – Gift Aid adds a checkbox to the checkout page of a membership site so UK taxpayers can opt in to the Gift Aid tax incentive. The plugin records this choice and includes it in order summaries and CSV exports.
Is PMPro – Gift Aid free?
This is a premium add-on distributed by the vendor. Via WPExclusive, you can access it as part of a membership starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of PMPro – Gift Aid?
The current version is v0.2 — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as it becomes available.
How much does PMPro – Gift Aid cost?
Retail pricing is usually bundled with Paid Memberships Pro premium plans. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use PMPro – Gift Aid via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does PMPro – Gift Aid include automated reporting?
No, the plugin provides the data via the Orders list and CSV exports, allowing you to manually process the data for your Gift Aid claims.
