PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 is a specialized extension that adds a customizable delay field to membership levels and discount codes, allowing site owners to separate initial payments from recurring cycles. The plugin is designed to handle complex billing schedules such as custom trial periods or fixed-date enrollment cycles. Using this add-on, developers can ensure subscription payments begin exactly when the service or course content becomes available.
WPExclusive members get access to Subscription Delays as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Paid Memberships Pro collection →
What Is PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6?
PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 is developed by Paid Memberships Pro and is a membership plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the membership category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for professional content creators. The plugin bridges the gap between a user signing up and their first automated billing interval.
It solves the problem of rigid billing cycles by allowing administrators to define the exact gap between checkout and the first recurring charge. This is essential for site owners who need to synchronize renewals on specific dates or offer non-standard trial lengths.
PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 Features
The core feature set of the plugin revolves around adding a delay field to existing Paid Memberships Pro settings for high-precision control over billing triggers.
Flexible Delay Logic
Subscription Delays supports three distinct methods for calculating start dates. Users can enter a single integer to represent a specific number of days, such as a 7-day trial. Alternatively, a fixed date in YYYY-MM-DD format can be used to synchronize all members to the same billing cycle regardless of sign-up date. This is highly effective for group learning cohorts and specific enrollment windows.
Dynamic Date Placeholders
For more complex automation, the plugin uses placeholders for years (Y), months (M), and days (D). This allows for dynamic calculations like setting all subscriptions to start on the first day of the following year (Y2-01-01) or the first day of the following month (Y1-M2-01). This functionality creates a seamless calendar-based membership experience without manual user intervention.
Discount Code Integration
Delayed billing is not restricted to global levels. The plugin allows administrators to apply specific delays to individual discount codes. This means you can run a promotion where only users with a specific coupon code receive a 30-day billing delay, while standard sign-ups follow the default level settings. It provides significant flexibility for marketing campaigns and seasonal sales.
Pricing
Check current pricing on the Subscription Delays sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan. The official vendor typically includes this in premium bundles alongside their suite of advanced add-ons.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Subscription Delays + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Subscription Delays plus hundreds of other plugins and themes — usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 0.6.2. The plugin is actively maintained and recently updated to ensure compatibility with the latest versions of WordPress and core membership software. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Subscription Delays .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Navigate to Memberships → Settings → Levels and select a level to edit.
- Find the Delay field under Other Settings to configure your billing gap.
Use Cases
Standard Trial Periods
Offer a 7-day or 14-day gap between the initial signup and the first recurring payment. This encourages conversion ranking by allowing users to explore content before the formal billing begins.
Fixed Enrollment Cycles
Synchronize billing for courses that start on a specific date. By setting a fixed date delay, all members will be charged their first recurring fee on the exact day classes begin, regardless of when they registered.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies can deploy complex membership logic across various client niches without purchasing individual licenses for every domain. Using WPExclusive provides a cost-effective way to implement advanced subscription features on unlimited sites.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Allows for specific renewal dates like the 1st of the month or year.
- Integrates directly with the discount code system for targeted promotions.
- Supports dynamic placeholders for automatic date calculation.
⚠️ Limitations
- Sites with over 1,000 members may see CPU spikes if all renewals are forced on the same day.
- Requires the core Paid Memberships Pro plugin to be active.
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 GPL Licensed?
Yes. PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 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 PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full Paid Memberships Pro collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 do?
PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 is a membership extension that enables specific delay periods for recurring billing. Subscription Delays allows you to set trials or fixed start dates for subscriptions.
Is PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 free?
Subscription Delays is a premium add-on. While the core membership software has a free version, this specific functionality is accessible via WPExclusive membership from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6?
The current version is 0.6.2. Subscription Delays is actively maintained and WPExclusive members always receive the most current release.
How much does PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 cost?
The plugin is typically part of a premium plan from the developer. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use PMPro: Subscription Delays .5.6 via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Can I use Subscription Delays for fixed renewal dates?
Yes, Subscription Delays supports specific YYYY-MM-DD formats or dynamic placeholders like Y1-M2-01 to ensure all users renew on the first day of the month.
