Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon is an extension that allows you to capture credit card payments directly on your website without redirecting users to the PayPal site. It serves as an Elite-tier integration for those needing high-conversion checkout experiences. This addon manages both single transactions and recurring billing cycles natively within your forms.
WPExclusive members get access to various PayPal extensions as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Gravity Forms collection →
What Is Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon?
Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon is developed by Gravity Forms and is a payments plugin for WordPress. It is categorized as an Elite Add-On, designed for businesses that require a professional, on-site payment gateway. It belongs to the payments category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for high-volume e-commerce and lead generation.
This extension solves the friction of off-site redirects, which often lead to abandoned carts. It is built for professional web designers and businesses that want to keep their branding consistent during the final billing step.
Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon Features
The core feature set is built around providing a seamless credit card entry experience while utilizing PayPal’s secure infrastructure.
On-Site Transaction Processing
Automatically capture credit card payments at the moment of form submission. Users enter their billing details directly into the fields provided by the PayPal Pro Addon, ensuring they never leave your URL during the checkout process. This creates a trusted experience that maximizes conversion for products and services on your WordPress payment pages.
Recurring Billing and Subscriptions
Setup and configure PayPal Recurring Billing subscriptions with minimal effort. You can define the billing cycle, setup fees, and total number of payments allowed. The PayPal Pro Addon handles the automated collection of funds, making it suitable for membership sites or service retainers.
Post and User Creation Links
Configure your form to create a WordPress post or register a user only after a payment is authorized. This prevents spam registrations and ghost posts by ensuring the transaction completes before the backend logic executes. This works in combination with other extensions found in the Gravity Forms ecosystem.
Pricing
The PayPal Pro Addon is an Elite Add-On, traditionally available only to those with the highest-tier annual license. Check current pricing on the PayPal Pro Addon sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elite License | $259/year | Unlimited | All Elite Add-Ons |
| Pro License | $159/year | 3 Sites | Pro Add-Ons only |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | PayPal Pro Addon + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers PayPal Pro Addon plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with both WordPress core and PayPal API changes. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release, ensuring members always have access to the latest security patches and features.
How to Install
- Download the PayPal Pro Addon .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Forms → Settings → PayPal Payments Pro to enter your API credentials
- Ensure your site has an active SSL certificate, as on-site credit card processing requires HTTPS
Use Cases
On-Site Service Sales
Businesses selling professional services can use this addon to keep the transaction 100% on their own URL, resulting in higher trust. This is the primary use for payment conversion optimization.
Paid User Registrations
Lock your registration process behind a paywall where users set up their recurring subscription during the sign-up process. The user account is only activated once the initial PayPal authorization is successful.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy the PayPal Pro Addon across various client domains using a single WPExclusive membership. This removes the need for clients to maintain multiple hundred-dollar annual subscriptions for a single integration.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | PayPal Pro Addon | ARForms PayPal Addon | WPEverest Registration Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
| On-Site Credit Card Processing | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
| Recurring Billing | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Registration Integration | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Starting Price | $259/year | $21 (Codecanyon) | $69/year |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Eliminates off-site redirects to PayPal
- Native support for automated recurring subscriptions
- Allows creation of WordPress posts only upon successful payment
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires a specific PayPal Payments Pro account type to function
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon GPL Licensed?
Yes. Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro 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 Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon do?
Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon allows you to collect payments directly on your site via credit card. The PayPal Pro Addon integrates with your existing forms to handle one-time purchases and recurring billing subscriptions.
Is Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon free?
No, the PayPal Pro Addon is a premium Elite-tier extension. However, it is available for immediate download to all WPExclusive members starting at $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is verified and uploaded to our repository.
How much does Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon cost?
Retail pricing for the required Elite license is $259 per year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does Gravity Forms Paypal Payments Pro Addon support subscriptions?
Yes, the PayPal Pro Addon includes full support for PayPal Recurring Billing, allowing you to manage long-term customer cycles directly through your WordPress forms.
