Sell Media Mailchimp Addon is a WordPress extension that integrates your photography web store with your MailChimp newsletter list. This addon helps photography businesses increase profit margins by capturing customer emails during the purchase process.
WPExclusive members get access to Mailchimp Addon as part of a full plugin and theme library, plans from $9.99/month. See the full Graph Paper Press collection →
What Is Sell Media Mailchimp Addon?
Sell Media Mailchimp Addon is developed by Graph Paper Press and is a gallery plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the gallery category on WPExclusive, alongside other tools for digital artists and professional photographers.
The plugin solves the problem of disconnected sales and marketing by allowing buyers to sign up for newsletters directly on the checkout page. It is built specifically for photographers and entrepreneurs who use the Sell Media base plugin to sell images or prints online.
Sell Media Mailchimp Addon Features
The Mailchimp Addon feature set is built around automating the growth of your marketing lists during the transaction phase.
Checkout Integration
The plugin adds a “Sign Up for Newsletter” checkbox directly to the checkout page. This option appears specifically for users who are not logged in, ensuring you capture new leads. By syncing with your MailChimp account, the addon transfers contact information for leads and contacts into your preferred mailing lists. This makes it easier to establish touch points and share special offers with prospects in the ecommerce flow.
Lead Generation Synergies
Mailchimp Addon works best when combined with the Free Downloads extension for Sell Media. This combination allows you to offer free images in exchange for email sign-ups, building an enviable mailing list quickly. You can use MailChimp to design newsletters, share them on social networks, and track the results of your email marketing efforts directly from your WordPress dashboard.
Advanced List Management
Users can be categorized based on their purchases, allowing for segmented marketing campaigns. Whether you are selling digital photos or physical prints, the plugin ensures that every customer becomes a potential repeat buyer. The integration supports adding and removing contact information from various lists, providing full control over your subscriber database.
Pricing
Retail pricing for the Professional plan is $299 per year, which includes unlimited access to all plugins. Alternatively, a Lifetime plan is available for $399. WPExclusive members access it as part of their subscription plan.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional | $299/year | Unlimited | All Plugins + Print On Demand |
| Lifetime | $399 one-time | Unlimited | All Plugins + Future Releases |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | Mailchimp Addon + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers Mailchimp Addon plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The current version is 2.1.2. The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with the latest WordPress and Sell Media releases. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each release.
How to Install
- Download the Mailchimp Addon .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Ensure the Sell Media core plugin is installed and active
- Navigate to Sell Media settings to connect your MailChimp API key
Use Cases
Building a Photography Business Mailing List
Photographers can use the plugin to capture client emails during print or digital sales, enabling long-term marketing in the gallery niche. This creates a direct line to repeat customers.
Automated Lead Capture for Freebies
Setting up free photo downloads allows entrepreneurs to use high-quality assets as lead magnets. The addon ensures every “free” transaction results in a new MailChimp subscriber.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Agencies building stock photography or portfolio sites with ecommerce functions can deploy this integration across all client projects using a single WPExclusive membership, drastically reducing overhead costs.
vs Alternatives
| Feature | Mailchimp Addon | SmugMug | WooCommerce |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transaction Fees | 0% | 15% | 0% |
| Templates | Thousands | 21 | Thousands |
| Rights Management | ✅ Included | ❌ No | ❌ No |
| Starting Price | $0 (Core) | $35/mo | $79 (Addon) |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Seamless integration with the existing Sell Media checkout flow
- Automatic syncing of customer data directly to MailChimp lists
- Supports building mailing lists through both paid sales and free downloads
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires the Sell Media core plugin to be installed first
- Newsletter signup checkbox only appears for non-logged-in users
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is Sell Media Mailchimp Addon GPL Licensed?
Yes. Sell Media Mailchimp 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 Sell Media Mailchimp Addon on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you Sell Media Mailchimp Addon plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sell Media Mailchimp Addon do?
Sell Media Mailchimp Addon is an extension that connects your Sell Media photo store with MailChimp. It adds a newsletter signup option to your checkout page to help grow your email audience automatically.
Is Sell Media Mailchimp Addon free?
The addon itself is a premium extension. While the Sell Media core plugin is free, Mailchimp Addon is available via WPExclusive in plans starting from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of Sell Media Mailchimp Addon?
The current version is 2.1.2. The plugin is actively maintained, and WPExclusive members always receive the most current release available in our library.
How much does Sell Media Mailchimp Addon cost?
Retail plans from Graph Paper Press cost between $299 and $399. Via WPExclusive, it is included in plans from $9.99/month.
Is it legal to use Sell Media Mailchimp Addon via WPExclusive?
The plugin is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files, fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to Sell Media Mailchimp Addon?
Alternatives include using WooCommerce with a MailChimp extension or platforms like SmugMug and Photoshelter. All WordPress-based alternatives are available on WPExclusive within the same membership.
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