PMPro – Gift Membership .3 is a specialized extension that allows users to purchase membership gift codes for customized levels during checkout. It enables site owners to sell the gift of membership to their community, offering a unique code that recipients can redeem for a specified access level. This facilitates easy gifting for friends, family, or colleagues while managing all transactions through the member dashboard.
WPExclusive members get access to PMPro Gift Membership 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 Membership .3?
PMPro – Gift Membership .3 is developed by Paid Memberships Pro and is a membership utility plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the membership category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for professional community management. The plugin solves the technical hurdle of allowing one user to pay for another user’s access without overwriting their own active membership status.
This extension is designed for educators, community leaders, and service providers who want to expand their revenue streams through gift certificates. It provides a structured way to handle the giver-recipient relationship via automated discount codes and email notifications.
PMPro – Gift Membership .3 Features
The feature set is built around creating a seamless gift-giving workflow from the moment of purchase to final redemption.
Gift Level Configuration
Administrator can define specific membership levels as “Gift Levels” within the WordPress admin. These levels act as placeholders for the gift purchase, where you can select the actual level the recipient will eventually receive. This allows for flexible options regarding the membership duration and expiration once the gift is claimed.
Code Generation and Management
When a checkout for a gift level is completed, PMPro Gift Membership generates a unique, one-time-use discount code. Gift givers can view all their purchased codes, including claimed and unclaimed statuses, directly on their Membership Account page. This centralized management ensures givers never lose the certificates they have purchased for others.
Automated Communication
The plugin includes three distinct email templates for different stakeholders. Emails are automatically sent to the gift recipient with a personalized message and redemption link, and to the gift giver as a confirmation of purchase. Admins also receive notifications to track gift-related activity across the site.
Developer Flexibility
For advanced setups, developers can use PHP global arrays like $pmprogl_gift_levels to define complex relationships. This allow for the customization of billing cycles, trial amounts, and recurring billing for gifted levels that might not be possible through the standard UI. It also provides hooks to require gift codes for specific levels during the registration process.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the PMPro Gift Membership sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard PMPro Add On | Included in Premium | Varies | Plugin + Support |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | PMPro Gift Membership + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers PMPro Gift Membership plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 1.1.2. The plugin is designed for sites where members can hold one or more active membership levels and receives regular updates for compatibility. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the PMPro Gift Membership .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Memberships → Settings → Levels to create a new Gift Level
- Configure the “Level to Gift” and set your expiration terms in the level settings
Use Cases
Holiday Season Promotions
Site owners can create seasonal landing pages for membership gift vouchers. This allows current members to purchase annual access for friends during holiday sales, leveraging the plugin’s ability to create unique, trackable codes.
Professional Development Sponsorships
Managers can purchase seats for their team members by checking out with a gift giver level. This avoids the need for individual billing profiles, as the manager pays once and distributes the generated codes to employees for their own account setup.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Developers working on community sites use WPExclusive to access high-tier Paid Memberships Pro extensions without the overhead of individual license keys per site. A single membership allows the deployment of gift functionality across a broad portfolio of client projects.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | PMPro Gift Membership | Manual Coupons |
|---|---|---|
| Automated Code PDF/Email | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Member Dashboard History | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
| Giver/Recipient Logic | ✅ Native | ❌ Manual |
| Starting Price | WPExclusive Plan | Free/Native |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ❌ |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Individual member tracking for every purchased gift code
- Automatic exclusion of givers from the membership levels they purchase for others
- Customizable email templates with dynamic tags for recipient messages
⚠️ Limitations
- Users must complete separate checkouts for each individual gift code purchase; no bulk cart support
- Gift codes cannot be redeemed on the same account that made the purchase
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is PMPro – Gift Membership .3 GPL Licensed?
Yes. PMPro – Gift Membership .3 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 Membership .3 on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you PMPro – Gift Membership .3 plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does PMPro – Gift Membership .3 do?
PMPro – Gift Membership .3 is a membership plugin used to sell gift access codes. PMPro Gift Membership allows customers to purchase a predefined membership level and receive a code to pass on to a recipient for redemption.
Is PMPro – Gift Membership .3 free?
This version is a premium add-on usually requiring a PMPro licensing plan. However, it is available via WPExclusive plans from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of PMPro – Gift Membership .3?
The current version is 1.1.2. The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does PMPro – Gift Membership .3 cost?
Retail pricing is tied to Paid Memberships Pro premium plans. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use PMPro – Gift Membership .3 via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Can a user buy multiple gifts at once?
PMPro Gift Membership currently requires users to complete separate checkouts for each gift code purchase, as bulk cart purchasing for gifts is a known limitation.
