Description

The Private Messaging add-on adds a private messaging system between UsersWP members, creating a dedicated inbox in the user profile with sending, receiving, and conversation history in a thread. The extension integrates direct communication into the user directory, allowing each profile to receive contacts without exposing email and without relying on external tools for internal messaging.

Key Features

  • Inbox in the profile
    Adds a messages tab within the UsersWP user profile page.
  • Direct sending between users
    Enables a contact button on the card and on the page of each registered member.
  • Threaded history
    Groups messages exchanged between two users into a single, continuous conversation.
  • Unread indicator
    Shows a counter of pending messages in the menu of the logged-in user.
  • Privacy controls
    Allows the member to define who can send messages to their profile.

Benefits of Private Messaging

  • Internal directory engagement
    Keeps the conversation between members within the site itself, without losing traffic.
  • Contact privacy
    Connects users without revealing email, phone, or sensitive registration data.
  • More active community
    Encourages recurring exchanges between profiles and increases average time on the platform.
  • Setup without external services
    Eliminates third-party chats, additional scripts, and integrations with paid platforms.

Who Is It For?

  • Community sites and niche social networks built with UsersWP.
  • Directories for professionals, freelancers, and service providers who need direct contact.
  • Member platforms, clubs, and educational portals with interaction between students and mentors.

Designed for anyone running a directory or community on UsersWP and needing to keep member communication within the site itself, Private Messaging replaces generic contact forms with a named channel between profiles. The result is a closed environment, with preserved history, user-level privacy controls, and more time spent on the platform.

Frequently asked questions

Is UsersWP Private Messaging GPL-licensed?

Yes. UsersWP Private Messaging 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 UsersWP Private Messaging on multiple sites?

Yes. You can use UsersWP Private Messaging on multiple sites. The number of sites connected to Ultrapack Auto Updater is limited by your plan.

How much does UsersWP Private Messaging cost at Ultrapack?

UsersWP Private Messaging 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 UsersWP Private Messaging include updates?

Yes. The current version of UsersWP Private Messaging is 1.1.11, published at Ultrapack on Sep 16, 2026. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is UsersWP Private Messaging scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of UsersWP Private Messaging goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.

What are the requirements for the plugin UsersWP Private Messaging?

Requires WordPress 6.1 or higher. Tested up to WordPress 7.1.