Description

The BuddyPress addon connects each Paid Memberships Pro subscription level to the BuddyPress social areas, restricting member profiles, activity streams, direct messages, group creation, and directory inclusion according to the contracted plan. Built for anyone who runs a paid WordPress community (courses, closed clubs, discussion groups), the add-on adds a Membership tab to the profile, automatically assigns Member Types, and directs non-members to a configurable restricted access page.

Key Features of BuddyPress

  • Granular restriction by level
    Blocks profiles, streams, messages, and group creation according to the member’s plan.
  • Membership tab in the profile
    Adds to the BuddyPress profile a private section with user account data.
  • Member Types mapping
    Automatically assigns a BuddyPress Member Type to the contracted PMPro level.
  • Group control by plan
    Enables automatic joining to specific groups based on the subscription level.
  • Two-way registration flow
    Accepts sign-ups via PMPro Checkout or via the native BuddyPress Registration form.

Benefits of BuddyPress

  • Monetize the community
    Turns an internal social network into recurring revenue tied to subscription levels.
  • Clear member segmentation
    Each plan only sees compatible social content, preventing improper exposure across tiers.
  • Centralized configuration
    All access rules live in the Paid Memberships Pro panel, without editing BuddyPress templates.
  • Plan-aligned onboarding
    The member automatically joins the relevant groups and directories for the contracted level.

Who Is BuddyPress For?

  • Anyone running a paid WordPress community with recurring courses, closed clubs, or discussion groups.
  • Coaches, mentors, and schools that sell access to an internal social network with private profiles and messages.
  • Anyone already running BuddyPress and wants to monetize areas that are currently open (directory, messages, group creation).
  • Associations and clubs that need to unlock member directory and activity only for active subscribers.

How to Download BuddyPress

The BuddyPress add-on is available for download here on Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it in Plugins > Add New > Upload plugin, select the file, and activate it with Paid Memberships Pro and BuddyPress already installed. The new restriction options start appearing within the settings of each membership level.

By bringing profile control, messages, groups, and directory into a single levels panel, the add-on eliminates custom code to lock down BuddyPress social areas by plan. It’s the missing piece for anyone who already charges a subscription via Paid Memberships Pro and wants the community experience to reflect exactly the tier contracted by each user, with no gaps between free and paid members.

Frequently asked questions

Is Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress GPL-licensed?

Yes. Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress cost at Ultrapack?

Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress include updates?

Yes. The current version of Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress is 1.6.1, published at Ultrapack on Sep 30, 2026. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of Paid Memberships Pro BuddyPress goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.