PMS Pay What You Want add-on is an extension for the Paid Member Subscriptions plugin that enables variable pricing for membership plans. It allows site owners to accept donations or let subscribers determine their own payment amount during registration. This add-on provides a flexible way to monetize content while accommodating different member budget levels.
WPExclusive members get access to the Pay What You Want add-on as part of a full plugin and theme library — plans from $9.99/month. See the full Paid Member Subscriptions collection →
What Is PMS Pay What You Want add-on?
PMS Pay What You Want add-on is developed by Paid Member Subscriptions and is a membership plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the membership category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for restricted content management. The plugin functions by adding a variable price input field to the standard registration forms.
This extension solves the problem of rigid pricing structures by allowing for “Name Your Price” models. It is ideal for non-profits seeking donations or creators who want to offer tiered access based on user contributions.
PMS Pay What You Want add-on Features
The feature set is built around providing administrators with granular control over how much or how little a subscriber can pay.
Variable Pricing Controls
The core functionality lets customers enter their own price directly on the registration page. Site owners can optionally set a minimum and maximum required price to ensure costs are covered while still offering flexibility. This is particularly useful for membership sites that want to maintain a baseline revenue while allowing generous supporters to contribute more.
Recommended Pricing Guidance
The add-on uses the default subscription price as the recommended price within the interface. This provides a psychological anchor for users, suggesting a fair value while still leaving the final decision to the subscriber. Administrators do not need to configure separate price points as the plugin pulls existing data from the main membership plans.
Pricing
The Pay What You Want add-on is included in the Agency, Basic, and Pro versions of the main plugin. Check current pricing on the Pay What You Want add-on sales page — WPExclusive members access it as part of their plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Pay What You Want add-on + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers the Pay What You Want add-on plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to ensure compatibility with the core membership framework. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release to maintain security and the latest feature sets.
How to Install
- Download the Pay What You Want add-on .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Ensure the main Paid Member Subscriptions plugin is active.
- Navigate to the Subscription Plans settings to enable the variable price option.
Use Cases
Accepting Non-Profit Donations
Organizations can use this in their membership funnels to let donors choose their contribution level. Setting a minimum price ensures that the overhead of the subscription is covered while maximizing donation potential.
Beta Software or Early Access Content
Developers who want to build a community around a new product can let early adopters “pay what they feel it is worth.” This builds goodwill and generates revenue without a hard gateway that might deter initial users.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Developers can deploy variable pricing for different client niches without purchasing individual licenses for every site. A WPExclusive membership allows for rapid prototyping and deployment across unlimited domains.
Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Supports both minimum and maximum pricing boundaries
- Uses existing subscription prices as anchors for recommended amounts
- Lightweight integration that doesn’t clutter the registration UI
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires the parent Paid Member Subscriptions plugin to function properly
- Limited to subscription-based products rather than one-off physical goods
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is PMS Pay What You Want add-on GPL Licensed?
Yes. PMS Pay What You Want add-on 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 PMS Pay What You Want add-on on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime — giving you PMS Pay What You Want add-on plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
Explore the full Paid Member Subscriptions collection → or browse all WordPress plugins →
Frequently Asked Questions
What does PMS Pay What You Want add-on do?
PMS Pay What You Want add-on is a membership add-on used to provide variable pricing options. The Pay What You Want add-on allows subscribers to name their price or donate a custom amount during membership signup.
Is PMS Pay What You Want add-on free?
The Pay What You Want add-on is a premium extension included in paid bundles starting from Basic. Via WPExclusive, it is accessible as part of the $9.99/month membership.
What is the latest version of PMS Pay What You Want add-on?
The plugin is actively maintained — WPExclusive members always receive the most current release as soon as it is verified and uploaded.
How much does PMS Pay What You Want add-on cost?
Retail pricing is tied to the Paid Member Subscriptions license tiers (Basic, Pro, Agency). Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use PMS Pay What You Want add-on via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files — fully within GPL terms.
Does the add-on work with any WordPress theme?
The Pay What You Want add-on is designed to work with any standard WordPress theme that supports the core PMS registration shortcodes. It integrates naturally into any clean member-facing form.
