For writers, artists, and creators
Sell your work as a paid membership
Sell member-only content with a simple subscription — on your own site, with Stripe-powered checkout.
What this is
Members Only lets writers, artists, journalists, photographers, podcasters, and other independent creators sell access to their work as a paid membership on their own WordPress site. Readers and fans pay a recurring fee — monthly or annual — to unlock posts, downloads, archives, or anything else you choose to keep behind the paywall. You keep your audience, your brand, and the full revenue (minus Stripe’s standard processing fees).
Frequently asked questions
See the documentation for more details, or send us a message if you have other questions.
What kind of creators is this best for?
Creators selling access to written posts, resources and downloads, private updates, or subscriber-only pages. If your business model is “subscribe to read” or “subscribe to access the library,” this fits well. If you need multi-tier courses, drip schedules, or a built-in community forum, you’ll want a heavier platform.
Can I offer multiple tiers?
Members Only is intentionally one-tier — you’re a member or you’re not. If you need multiple tiers, content dripping, or complex access rules, a full membership platform is a better fit. If you want one clear paid membership that unlocks everything, you’ll appreciate the simplicity.
Can I comp access for collaborators or early supporters?
Yes. Use Access Passes to manually grant membership access without putting anyone through checkout — perfect for collaborators, early supporters, comped subscriptions, or partner deals.
Do members lose access immediately if they cancel?
No. When a member cancels, the cancellation takes effect at the end of their current billing period. They keep access through what they’ve already paid for, then membership lapses cleanly.
What should my restricted content message say?
Keep it short and confident. Tell visitors what they’re missing, what they get if they join, and give them one clear button to do it. Example: “Members-only. Join to get instant access to the full post and the resource library.”
Ready to start selling your work?
Pick a plan, connect Stripe, and publish your membership page. You can be live today.