How to set up recurring payments in WordPress with plugins

WordPress site owners can implement recurring payments using various plugins. In this article, we’ll explore two user-friendly plugins that are both reliable and simple to configure.

Plugins to set up recurring payments in WordPress

WP Simple Pay

Perfect for basic payment collection without needing a shopping cart.

1. Purchase and download WP Simple Pay Pro
2. Install and activate the plugin
3. Navigate to WP Simple Pay settings
4. Enter your license key
5. Connect with Stripe:
   • Click ‘Connect with Stripe’
   • Create or log into Stripe account
   • Enable test mode for initial setup
6. Create payment form:
   • Go to Simple Pay > Add New
   • Set form title and description
   • Configure subscription settings:
     • Set price (e.g., £99/month)
     • Define billing frequency
     • Add trial period if needed
     • Configure setup fees
7. Add form to page:
   • Copy shortcode
   • Create new page
   • Paste shortcode
   • Publish page

WPForms

Best for small businesses needing flexible payment forms.

1. Connect Stripe:
   • Go to WPForms > Settings
   • Select ‘Payments’
   • Click ‘Connect with Stripe’
2. Create payment form:
   • Go to WPForms > Add New
   • Select payment template
   • Add form fields:
     • Contact information
     • Payment options
     • Stripe credit card field
3. Configure subscription settings:
   • Enable recurring payments
   • Set billing frequency
   • Define subscription name
   • Set price

Conclusion

Choose the method that best fits your business needs and technical requirements. Always start with test mode before going live with real transactions.