Give Currency Switcher is a specialized extension for GiveWP that allows donors to toggle between different currencies when making contributions. By integrating this functionality, nonprofit organizations can accept international donations more effectively and reduce friction at checkout. The plugin enables automatic currency detection based on the visitor’s geographic location.
WPExclusive members get access to Currency Switcher as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full GiveWP collection →
What Is Give Currency Switcher?
Give Currency Switcher is developed by GiveWP and is a payments plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the payments category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for fundraising and transaction management. This add-on solves the problem of local currency barriers that often lead to abandoned donation forms.
The plugin is designed for international charities and organizations that solicit gifts from multiple countries. It provides a familiar interface for donors to see exactly how much they are giving in their native currency.
Give Currency Switcher Features
The feature set is built around providing a flexible multi-currency environment for global fundraising efforts.
Geolocation and Detection
Take the confusion out of giving in a foreign currency by enabling automatic selection of the donor’s currency based on their location. This feature utilizes MaxMind GeoLite data to detect visitor origins reliably. You can also set a fallback currency in case a user’s location cannot be identified or is hidden. This enhances the user experience for contributors in the payments flow.
Exchange Rate Management
The plugin supports automatically updated exchange rates pulled from leading APIs, including Google. Administrators can set customizable intervals for these updates to ensure accuracy. If you prefer manual control, you can lock specific exchange rates to custom values to keep donation tiers at even numbers.
Granular Gateway Control
Since certain payment gateways only support specific currencies, Currency Switcher includes a utility to filter gateways. You can toggle which currencies are accepted per gateway on both a global and per-form basis. This prevents errors at checkout where a chosen currency might not be compatible with a specific processor.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the Currency Switcher sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan. The retail price for a single site license is typically $149 per year.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Site License | $149/year | 1 Site | Plugin + Support |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Currency Switcher + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Currency Switcher plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 2.2.2. The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the core GiveWP donation engine and the latest WordPress releases. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Currency Switcher .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Donations → Settings → Currency Switcher to configure your accepted currencies
- Choose your preferred Exchange Rate API (e.g., Google or manual)
Use Cases
International Nonprofits
Organizations operating across borders can use the plugin to reach donors in over 100 countries within the payments workflow. It localized the experience for every visitor.
Campaign-Specific Multi-Currency Forms
If you have a specific regional campaign, you can enable switching for that form while keeping your standard donations in the base currency. This uses the per-form settings to maintain control over specific marketing efforts.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy multi-currency support for various nonprofit clients without purchasing individual $149 licenses for each one. WPExclusive membership offers a cost-effective way to scale these fundraising features across a portfolio.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Supports over 100 different currencies for global reach
- Compatible with core features like Recurring Donations and Fee Recovery
- Native Geolocation via MaxMind integration
⚠️ Limitations
- Some payment gateways may still convert funds back to your base bank currency upon settlement
- Requires the free core GiveWP plugin to be installed and active
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Give Currency Switcher GPL Licensed?
Yes. Give Currency Switcher 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 Give Currency Switcher on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you Give Currency Switcher plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full GiveWP collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Give Currency Switcher do?
Give Currency Switcher is a multi-currency extension for GiveWP. Currency Switcher allows donors to select their local currency on your donation forms to increase donor trust and checkout completion.
Is Give Currency Switcher free?
Currency Switcher is a premium add-on for the GiveWP ecosystem. While the core GiveWP plugin is free, this specific functionality requires a premium license or a WPExclusive membership starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Give Currency Switcher?
The current version is 2.2.2 — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is available in the library.
How much does Give Currency Switcher cost?
The retail price is $149 per year for a single site license. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use Give Currency Switcher via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does Give Currency Switcher save donor preferences?
Yes, Currency Switcher includes a preference saving feature. If a donor gives while signed in, the plugin will remember their currency choice for future return visits.
