WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway is a secure integration allowing merchants to accept over 150 transaction modes including UPI, cards, net banking, and EMIs. It carries a 3.7 out of 5-star rating on the official repository. This extension provides reliable transaction processing and rapid settlements for online store developers targeting the Indian market.
WPExclusive members get access to the plugin as part of a full plugin and theme library, with plans from $9.99/month. See the full WooCommerce collection →
What Is WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway?
The plugin is developed by WooCommerce and is a payment processing plugin for WordPress. It belongs to the payments category on WPExclusive, alongside other extensions for handling online customer orders.
It solves the need for localized Indian payment methods by connecting stores directly to PayU merchant accounts. It is designed specifically for Indian merchants and international businesses selling to the Indian consumer base.
PayU India for WooCommerce Features
The extension equips store owners with a specific suite of transaction tools tailored for the Indian e-commerce landscape.
150+ Payment Modes
PayU India for WooCommerce supports over 150 distinct payment methods out of the box. Customers can pay via credit and debit cards, net banking, EMIs, Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL), QR codes, and UPI. This breadth of options ensures buyers can use their preferred financial providers at checkout.
Flexible Checkout Redirection
Store administrators can configure exactly how the checkout process behaves using three different redirection modes. The standard option sends users to a hosted PayU page. Alternatively, the bank list mode redirects buyers directly to their chosen bank, while the payment card mode securely processes entered card data.
High-Volume Transaction Processing
The gateway handles high-volume order processing with consistent reliability. It ensures quick settlements, allowing faster cash flow for merchants across various retail industries. You can explore more WordPress payments plugins to compare settlement workflows.
Pricing
The plugin itself is free to download, but requires an active production or sandbox merchant account with PayU India. Retail usage involves per-transaction fees dictated by PayU based on your specific industry and processing volume.
| Plan | Price | Sites | Includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| PayU Merchant Account | Transaction-based | Unlimited | Gateway access |
| WPExclusive Membership | From $9.99/month | Unlimited | PayU India for WooCommerce + full library |
For developers managing multiple sites, a WPExclusive membership covers PayU India for WooCommerce plus hundreds of other plugins and themes, usually less than one premium license.
Latest Version
The plugin receives regular updates to maintain compatibility with new banking standards and WooCommerce releases. WPExclusive updates plugin files promptly after each official release.
How to Install?
- Download the plugin .zip from your WPExclusive member account
- In WordPress: Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Select the .zip and click Install Now → Activate
- Go to WooCommerce → Settings → Payments and click the PayUBiz toggle to enable the gateway
- Enter your REST API POS type credentials obtained from your PayU merchant panel
Use Cases
Indian E-Commerce Stores Accepting UPI
Many Indian consumers prefer scanning QR codes or using UPI apps to complete online purchases. PayU India for WooCommerce adds native UPI support directly to the checkout screen. This setup reduces cart abandonment by offering the most popular localized transaction methods.
Merchants Requiring Fast Settlements
Businesses dealing with high inventory turnover need rapid access to their cash flow. The gateway is optimized for fast payouts depending on the specific banking cycle and merchant category. This makes it a dependable choice for high-volume retail operations.
Agencies and Developers Managing Multiple Client Sites
Development agencies frequently build localized e-commerce sites requiring specific regional payment gateways. An active WPExclusive membership eliminates per-site licensing costs for premium WooCommerce extensions. Developers can install the plugin across multiple client environments without managing individual subscriptions.
PayU India for WooCommerce vs Alternatives
| Feature | PayU India | Stripe | PayPal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primary Market Focus | India | Global | Global |
| Native UPI Support | ✅ Yes | Varies by region | ❌ No |
| Available on WPExclusive | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes |
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Pros and Cons
✅ Strengths
- Accepts 150+ payment modes including EMIs and BNPL
- Offers three distinct customer checkout redirection methods
- Integrates directly into the native WooCommerce settings tab
⚠️ Limitations
- Requires an approved Indian PayU merchant account
- Only compatible with REST API POS types
- Developer auto-updates require an active license key. WPExclusive publishes updates manually when new versions are released.
Is WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway GPL Licensed?
Yes. WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway 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 WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway on WPExclusive
WPExclusive membership starts at $9.99/month, $87/year, or $149 lifetime, giving you the plugin plus every plugin and theme in the library, on unlimited sites.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway do?
WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway is an e-commerce plugin used to process customer transactions. It connects WordPress stores to the PayU network, allowing merchants to accept UPI, cards, and EMIs. It is designed for businesses operating in or selling to the Indian market.
Is WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway free?
The plugin is free to install, but processing payments requires a PayU merchant account with standard transaction fees. Access to the plugin file itself is included in WPExclusive plans from $9.99/month.
What is the latest version of WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway?
PayU India for WooCommerce is actively maintained. WPExclusive members always receive the most current release shortly after it is published.
How much does WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway cost?
Retail pricing is based on a per-transaction percentage dictated by PayU India. Via WPExclusive, the integration plugin is included in plans from $9.99/month, covering unlimited sites and the full library.
Is it legal to use WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway via WPExclusive?
WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway is GPL licensed, which explicitly permits redistribution. WPExclusive provides original, unmodified files, fully within GPL terms.
What are the best alternatives to WooCommerce PayU India Payment Gateway?
Stripe and PayPal are global alternatives that offer extensive payment processing capabilities. Razorpay is another popular alternative specifically tailored for the Indian market. All are available on WPExclusive within the same membership.
