LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share is a specialized extension that provides automated validation for course credentials directly on your WordPress site. With over 5,000 trusted clients, this add-on removes the need for manual manual credential checks by allowing students to search for and share authentic certificates. It bridges the gap between learning and professional recognition by integrating social proof into the LMS experience.
WPExclusive members get access to Certificate Verify & Share as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full LearnDash collection →
What Is LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share?
LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share is developed by WooNinjas and is a professional educational utility for WordPress. It belongs to the learning category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for course creators and training organizations.
The plugin solves the problem of certificate fraud and friction by generating unique IDs and public verification pages for every student achievement. It is designed for online academies, corporate trainers, and certification bodies that need to provide employers with verifiable proof of a student’s skills.
LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share Features
The feature set is built around automating the validation process and maximizing the visibility of student achievements.
On-Site Certificate Verification
Certificate Verify & Share creates a dedicated page where anyone can enter a unique certificate ID to pull up official records. This system eliminates the need for manual email verification or physical document requests. You can display ID numbers on existing templates or use shortcodes to insert validation links into your learning content layouts.
Social Integration & LinkedIn Sharing
Students can add their credentials to their LinkedIn profiles with a single button click, ensuring all metadata like the issuing date and certificate link is populated correctly. The plugin also supports direct sharing to Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). This social sharing functionality turns student successes into organic marketing for your digital courses.
QR Codes and OpenBadges
Each certificate can include a unique QR code that redirects scanners to the verification page automatically. Furthermore, you can turn your standard certificates into OpenBadges. These digital symbols are verifiable on external platforms like IMS Global or Open Badge Factory, providing a layer of trust that extends beyond your own website.
Reporting and Management Blocks
Administrators have access to a frontend certificate management block that allows for quick filtering and searching of issued credentials. You can control visibility at the course or group level and customize the verification page using built-in templates. This ensures that only the data you want revealed, such as instructor names or expiry dates, is visible to the public.
Pricing
Retail pricing for the official add-on starts at $99.00 per year for a single site license. WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan without individual per-site fees.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single Site | $99.00/year | 1 Site | 1 Year Updates |
| 3 Sites | $129.00/year | 3 Sites | 1 Year Updates |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Certificate Verify & Share + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Certificate Verify & Share plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 1.6.30. The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the core LearnDash LMS. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Certificate Verify & Share .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to LearnDash LMS settings and locate the new Certificate Verify & Share sub-menu
- Configure your verification page slug and choose your preferred sharing template
Use Cases
Professional Certification Programs
Establish a high-trust environment where employers can instantly check the credentials of candidates by scanning a QR code on a printed certificate. This streamlines the hiring process within the learning ecosystem.
Maximizing Social Proof for Online Courses
Encourage students to promote your platform by providing a one-click LinkedIn integration. When students share their achievements, they provide a direct backlink to your site’s verification portal, driving potential new enrollments.
Internal Compliance Tracking
Managers can use the certificate management reports block to track which employees have completed required training modules, utilizing search and filters to organize large groups of learners efficiently.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies building many LMS sites can deploy this advanced verification system across all client portals without purchasing separate $99 licenses for each domain, significantly reducing project overhead with a WPExclusive membership.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Automated unique ID generation for every issued certificate
- Support for industry-standard OpenBadges validation
- Direct native integration with the LearnDash Certificate Builder
- Toggleable privacy controls for certificate metadata display
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires LearnDash 4.20.0 or higher to function correctly
- Requires a public-facing verification page which may not suit private intranets
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share GPL Licensed?
Yes. LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share 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 LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share do?
LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share is a learning extension used to validate student achievements. It creates on-site verification pages, generates QR codes for physical certificates, and allows users to share their badges on social media. This solves the problem of verifying credentials without needing manual administrative oversight.
Is LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share free?
There is no official free version of the plugin. While the retail cost is $99.00/year, you can access the full plugin through a WPExclusive membership starting from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share?
The current version is 1.6.30. The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is available.
How much does LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share cost?
A single-site annual license retails for $99.00 per year. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month, including unlimited site usage.
Is it legal to use LearnDash Certificate Verify & Share via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does Certificate Verify & Share work with the LearnDash Certificate Builder?
Yes, the plugin is fully compatible with the official LearnDash Certificate Builder. It allows you to place QR codes and unique IDs directly onto the certificates you design with the visual builder.
