Paid Memberships Pro Limit Post Views Addon GPL v1.0.1

The Paid Memberships Pro Limit Post Views Addon GPL is a useful tool for membership sites that want to encourage non-members or lower-tier members to upgrade by limiting access to protected content. It functions similarly to a paywall system, tracking views with cookies and redirecting users to a membership page once their view limit is reached.

Key Features:

1. View Limits for Non-Members and Members:
   • Set specific view limits for non-members and for each membership level.
   • Encourage users to upgrade their membership for unrestricted access.
2. Customizable Redirection:
   • Redirect users to a designated page (e.g., Membership Levels page) once they reach their view limit.
3. Cookie-Based Tracking:
   • Uses cookies to track the number of views per user.
   • Works per device/browser but can be circumvented (e.g., by using incognito mode).
4. Protected Content Control:
   • Only applies to posts or pages that are restricted through Paid Memberships Pro.
   • Does not limit views on public (unprotected) content.
5. Flexible Term Settings:
   • Define the duration of the tracking term (e.g., daily, weekly, monthly) for view limits.

How It Works:

1. Installation and Setup:
   • Install and activate the addon.
   • Configure the number of views allowed for non-members and each membership level in the plugin settings.
2. Restrict Content:
   • Use Paid Memberships Pro to protect specific posts or pages.
   • Limited views will only apply to these protected posts.
3. Cookie-Based Tracking:
   • A cookie is set for each visitor to track the number of views during the defined term.
4. View Limit Enforcement:
   • Once a user exceeds their view limit, they are redirected to the page specified in the settings.

Benefits:

• Encourages Membership Signups:
  • Mimics a “freemium” model by offering limited access to entice users to subscribe.
• Customizable Experience:
  • Tailor the view limits and redirection page to suit your site’s needs.
• Simple and Effective:
  • Easy to set up and manage, providing a lightweight solution for content access control.
• Flexible Implementation:
  • Allows different view limits for various membership levels, enabling tiered access.

Use Cases:

1. News and Magazine Websites:
   • Limit non-members to a certain number of article views before prompting them to subscribe.
2. Educational Platforms:
   • Offer limited access to course previews to encourage full enrollment.
3. Content Creators:
   • Provide teaser access to premium blog posts or videos to drive memberships.
4. Exclusive Communities:
   • Allow limited interaction with community content to attract new members.

Limitations:

• Cookie-Based Tracking:
  • Protection can be bypassed by clearing cookies, using incognito mode, or switching devices.
• Not a Full Paywall:
  • Designed to nudge users toward membership, not to enforce strict access control.

Why Use This Addon?

The Limit Post Views Addon is an excellent tool for sites that want to implement a “soft paywall” strategy. It provides a gentle but effective way to encourage non-members and lower-tier members to upgrade, while still allowing limited engagement with your content. If you’re looking to increase conversions without completely blocking access, this addon is a perfect choice.