EDD Recurly Checkout Addon is an enterprise class subscription and billing management solution that integrates Recurly payment processing with Easy Digital Downloads. This extension allows merchants to accept credit cards directly on their site for both one-time transactions and recurring subscriptions. It provides a professional interface for handling complex payment profiles through a trusted third-party service.
WPExclusive members get access to Recurly Checkout as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Easy Digital Downloads collection →
What Is EDD Recurly Checkout Addon?
EDD Recurly Checkout Addon is developed by Easy Digital Downloads and is a payments plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the payments category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for digital commerce. The addon bridges the gap between your WordPress storefront and the Recurly billing engine.
It solves the complexity of managing large-scale subscription data by offloading the billing logic to Recurly while keeping the user experience local to your site. This is ideal for high-volume digital stores that require enterprise-grade reliability and advanced customer payment profile management.
EDD Recurly Checkout Addon Features
The feature set is built around secure transaction processing and recurring revenue management.
Subscription Management
Recurly Checkout allows your store to sell subscription products with ease. It handles the automated recurring billing cycles and ensures that payment profiles are kept up to date. This works natively with the payments infrastructure of Easy Digital Downloads to track customer lifetime value and renewal rates.
Secure Payment Processing
The addon enables customers to purchase digital products using credit cards directly on your checkout page. By using the Recurly API, the plugin ensures that sensitive data is handled securely. It provides a frictionless experience that minimizes cart abandonment while maintaining high security standards for enterprise billing.
Pricing
The official plugin is typically sold as a premium extension with annual licensing. Check current pricing on the Recurly Checkout sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard License | Premium | Single Site | Updates & Support |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Recurly Checkout + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Recurly Checkout plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 1.2.3. The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress and Easy Digital Downloads. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Recurly Checkout .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 → Payment Gateways
- Configure the Recurly API settings and enable the gateway for your checkout page
Use Cases
Enterprise Software-as-a-Service (SaaS)
Businesses selling software licenses on a recurring basis can use this addon to manage thousands of subscribers through a dedicated payment gateway. Recurly handles the heavy lifting of dunning and billing logic.
Digital Membership Sites
Content creators selling access to premium downloads can utilize the recurring billing features to automate monthly or yearly revenue. It ensures consistent cash flow without manual invoicing.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Developers working on high-performance e-commerce projects can use Recurly Checkout via WPExclusive to provide clients with enterprise-level payment processing without individual high-cost licenses per development site.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | Recurly Checkout | Stripe Gateway | PayPal Commerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recurring Billing | Enterprise Focus | Standard | Standard |
| Direct Card Entry | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Starting Price | Premium | Premium | Premium |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Seamless integration with Recurly’s enterprise billing engine
- Supports both one-time and recurring payment models
- Reduces developer overhead for managing complex subscription logic
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires an active and approved Recurly merchant account
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is EDD Recurly Checkout Addon GPL Licensed?
Yes. EDD Recurly Checkout 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 Recurly Checkout Addon on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you EDD Recurly Checkout Addon plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does EDD Recurly Checkout Addon do?
EDD Recurly Checkout Addon is a payments plugin used to integrate Recurly billing services with Easy Digital Downloads. It allows for advanced subscription management and secure credit card processing directly on your website. It is designed for merchants who need enterprise-grade recurring payment features.
Is EDD Recurly Checkout Addon free?
Recurly Checkout is a premium extension. While a free version is not available, WPExclusive provides access starting from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of EDD Recurly Checkout Addon?
The current version is 1.2.3. The plugin is actively maintained, and WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does EDD Recurly Checkout Addon cost?
The addon is typically sold as a premium subscription through the vendor. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use EDD Recurly Checkout 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 Recurly Checkout Addon?
Common alternatives include the Stripe, Braintree, and PayPal Commerce Pro extensions. All are available on WPExclusive within the same membership.
