EDD Aweber Addon is an integration extension that connects your Easy Digital Downloads store with your AWeber email marketing account. It allows store owners to automatically subscribe customers to specific mailing lists during the checkout process. This creates a direct bridge between your sales data and your email marketing strategy.
WPExclusive members get access to the AWeber Addon as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Easy Digital Downloads collection →
What Is EDD Aweber Addon?
EDD Aweber Addon is developed by Easy Digital Downloads and is an ecommerce bridge plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the ecommerce category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for digital store owners. The plugin simplifies the process of growing an email list by capturing customer data at the moment of purchase.
Manual list management is time-consuming and prone to errors. This extension solves that by automating data transfer between your shop and your email marketing provider.
EDD Aweber Addon Features
The core functionality is built around connecting customer purchase behavior with targeted email communication.
Automated List Segmentation
The AWeber Addon enables you to select one or more lists that customers will be automatically subscribed to when purchasing specific products. This allows for hyper-segmented marketing where customers only receive emails relevant to what they actually bought. It is an essential component for any automated ecommerce workflow.
Customer Choice and Global Lists
In addition to automatic subscriptions, you can enable a global newsletter list. This gives every customer the option to opt themselves into a general mailing list during the checkout process. This transparency helps maintain list health while ensuring high conversion rates for your newsletter signups.
Mapping Merge Fields
Store owners have the ability to map form fields to different merge fields within their AWeber account. This ensures that customer details like names and specific purchase data are correctly synced and ready for personalization in your future email campaigns. This level of control helps in building more professional and engaging email sequences.
Pricing
Retail pricing for individual extensions can be found on the Easy Digital Downloads website. WPExclusive members access it as part of their inclusive plan, making it more affordable for developers and multi-site owners.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retail Extension | Varies | 1 Site | AWeber Addon only |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | AWeber Addon + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers the AWeber Addon plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 2.0.9. The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress and Easy Digital Downloads. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the AWeber Addon .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Downloads → Settings → Marketing → AWeber to authenticate your account.
- Select your default list and configure per-product subscriptions in each download’s settings.
Use Cases
Niche Product Marketing
If you sell multiple types of digital downloads, you can ensure customers who buy software are added to a “Product Updates” list, while those frequenting your ecommerce store for courses are added to an “Educational” list.
Abandoned Cart Recovery Prep
By capturing the email address during the checkout flow and moving it to AWeber, you can build follow-up sequences for users who complete their first purchase but haven’t returned for cross-sells.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy this integration across dozens of client stores without purchasing individual licenses for every site. This significantly reduces overhead via a WPExclusive membership.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | AWeber Addon | Active Campaign Addon |
|---|---|---|
| Per-Product List Selection | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Merge Field Mapping | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Starting Price | Premium | Premium |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Seamless integration with the native Easy Digital Downloads settings menu
- Supports both automatic and opt-in subscription methods
- Allows for tag-based or list-based organization within AWeber
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires an active AWeber account to function
- Limited to AWeber specific API features
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is EDD Aweber Addon GPL Licensed?
Yes. EDD Aweber Addon 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 EDD Aweber Addon on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you EDD Aweber Addon plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does EDD Aweber Addon do?
EDD Aweber Addon is an ecommerce marketing extension that connects your digital store to AWeber. The plugin adds customers to specific lists based on their purchases or through a checkout opt-in box.
Is EDD Aweber Addon free?
The plugin is a premium extension. While not free on the official site, you can access it via WPExclusive’s $9.99/month plan.
What is the latest version of EDD Aweber Addon?
The current version is 2.0.9. The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does EDD Aweber Addon cost?
Retail price varies as part of EDD Passes. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use EDD Aweber Addon via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to EDD Aweber Addon?
The Active Campaign Addon, Mailchimp Addon, and Slack Addon offer similar integration features for store owners. All are available on WPExclusive within the same membership.
