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How to Accept Payments in WordPress (Stripe, PayPal & More)

How to Accept Payments in WordPress (Stripe, PayPal & More)

When I first needed to collect payments on my WordPress site, I made the mistake of installing WooCommerce. 

Don’t get me wrong: it’s a fantastic plugin if you need a full online store. However, for simple payment needs (like donations, tips, or selling a handful of products) I’ve found that a basic payment form works much better.

They’re simpler, faster to set up, and way less overwhelming for both you and your visitors. No shopping carts, no complicated checkout pages. Instead, you get a clean form that collects exactly the information you need and processes the payment.

I’ve spent years testing different WordPress payment solutions, and I’ve narrowed it down to the two best options for creating forms with payment options. 

Whether you need a simple donation button or a flexible form with conditional fields, I’ll show you exactly how to set everything up.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: WP Simple Pay, wpforms

How I Built a WordPress Calculator Form in 15 Minutes (No Code!)

How I Built a WordPress Calculator Form in 15 Minutes (No Code!)

Running a WordPress blog taught me this valuable lesson: readers want content they can actually use.

That’s why I started experimenting with adding calculator forms to my sites. The result? My audience instantly became much more engaged. 

You can use calculators in lots of different ways. You might create a recipe converter to help readers scale ingredients, or add a BMI calculator to your fitness blog. A shopping cost calculator can also help stores reduce their cart abandonment rate by being transparent and upfront about pricing. 

The best part? You don’t need to hire an expensive developer or struggle with complicated code. You can do everything yourself! 

In this guide, I’ll show you how I build any calculator I need in minutes, using a simple drag-and-drop plugin. 

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: wpforms

How to Add Testimonials & Reviews to WordPress (and Build Trust)

How to Add Testimonials & Reviews to WordPress (and Build Trust)

Before I buy anything online, I always look for reviews from real customers.

Reading a good review makes me feel much more comfortable clicking the ‘buy’ button. That’s why I always recommend adding testimonials and reviews to your own WordPress website. It helps visitors feel that same confidence in you.

The hardest part is figuring out how to display those reviews. I’ve tried just copying and pasting them onto a page, but that took way too much time, and got messy very quickly.

After testing many different plugins and methods, I’ve found two excellent ways to add reviews to your WordPress site.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through both options – from building a custom testimonial page to automatically importing reviews from sites like Google, Trustpilot, and TripAdvisor. By the end, you’ll be able to pick the perfect approach for your business.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: OptinMonster, SeedProd, Smash Balloon, TrustPulse, wpforms

9 Best Typeform Alternatives You Need to Try in 2026

Best Typeform Alternatives You Need to Try

When I first started creating forms for my websites, I thought I’d found the perfect solution with Typeform. 

I loved the user-friendly interface and the conversational flow that made my forms so engaging. But as I started getting more submissions, I realized that Typeform’s pricing was increasing – a lot. 

That’s when I started looking for a good Typeform alternative. 

I was honestly surprised to find there’s a ton of form builders that offer similar (and sometimes better) features for a more affordable price. 

After personally testing countless options, I’ve narrowed it down to the very best ones that give you those must-have features without hurting your budget.

Whether you’re looking for a cheaper price, more customization options, or specific features that Typeform doesn’t offer, I’m confident I have a solution that perfectly meets your needs.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: thrive leads, userfeedback, wpforms

7 ​​Best WordPress Survey Plugins (Free & Paid)

Best WordPress Survey Plugins (Free & Paid)

When I first started my WordPress journey, I quickly learned that understanding your audience is everything. 

No matter whether you’re running a blog, an online store, or a service business, you need to know what your audience actually thinks and wants. In my experience, the best way to get that information is through a survey. 

I’ve tested countless survey plugins over the years, from simple contact form add-ons right through to advanced research tools. 

After extensive testing and real-world use, I’ve narrowed it down to a shortlist of survey plugins that deliver great results at a fair price. In this showcase, I’m sharing my top picks. 

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: RafflePress, thrive quiz, userfeedback, wpforms

6 Best Stripe Payment Plugins for WordPress (2026 Expert Review)

Best Stripe Payment Plugins for WordPress (Expert Review)

Want to start accepting payments on your WordPress site but don’t know which Stripe plugin to choose?

I’ve found that selecting the right payment plugin can make or break your online business. Too complicated, and you’ll lose customers at checkout. Too basic, and you won’t have the features you need to grow.

That’s exactly why I spent weeks testing every major Stripe payment plugin available. I processed transactions, tested customer experiences, and put each plugin through rigorous real-world scenarios to see which ones truly deliver.

The result? A handful of proven Stripe payment plugins that can handle everything from simple product sales right through to complex membership subscriptions. 

Whether you’re selling digital products, accepting donations, or running a membership site, this article has a plugin to help you accept payments with ease.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Easy Digital Downloads, funnelkit, MemberPress, WP Charitable, WP Simple Pay, wpforms

7 Best WordPress eCommerce Plugins: Essential Tools for Your Store

Best WordPress eCommerce Plugins: Essential Tools for Your Online Store

Do you dream of running a successful eCommerce site? 

The secret is getting the foundation just right, and that means choosing the perfect WordPress eCommerce plugin.

I’ve spent years testing all sorts of solutions – from simple payment forms right through to powerful, fully-fledged eCommerce platforms. The plugins I’m sharing with you today aren’t just popular; they’re the ones that consistently deliver real results.

Whether you want to sell physical products, digital downloads, or even services, these essential tools will help you accept payments, and turn visitors into paying customers. 

Ready to dive in and transform your site into a money-making machine? Let’s look at the best eCommerce plugins for your WordPress website. 

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Easy Digital Downloads, eCommerce Plugins, MemberPress, MonsterInsights, WooCommerce, WordPress Plugins, WP Simple Pay, wpforms

Best WordPress Order Form Plugins 2026 – Expert Review & Comparison

Best order form plugins

If you’re running an online business, your order form is where the magic happens – or where deals go to die. I’ve seen too many business owners struggle with clunky plugins that confuse customers and kill conversions. Order forms are the backbone of any online business – they’re how you turn website visitors into paying customers.

But here’s the thing: not all order form plugins are created equal.

I’ve been building WordPress sites for over a decade, and I’ve tested practically every order form plugin out there. From simple contact forms with payment buttons to complex multi-step checkout processes, I’ve seen what works and what doesn’t. The wrong plugin can cost you thousands in lost sales, while the right one can double your conversion rates overnight.

That’s exactly why I put together this comprehensive review. I tested the top WordPress order form plugins based on ease of use, payment integration, mobile responsiveness, and actual conversion performance.

These are the plugins that will help you create professional order forms that turn visitors into paying customers – without the technical headaches.
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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: Easy Digital Downloads, wordpress order form plugin, wpforms

Best WordPress Anti Spam Plugins (Expert Review)

best-anti-spam plugins

Spam can get out of control fast. I learned that the hard way.

My business site and even client projects started getting flooded with spam. No matter what I tried, the comments just kept coming.

Worse, my contact forms were filled with fake messages. It got so bad that spam bots were actually slowing down my websites.

If you run a WordPress site, you’ve probably dealt with this, too.

Like me, maybe you tried handling it manually. But let’s be honest. Those tricks don’t cut it anymore.

So I went looking for a better solution.

Over the past few months, I tested a bunch of anti-spam plugins to find out what really works.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: anti-spam, anti-spam comments plugins, WordPress Security, WordPress Security Plugins, wpforms

How to Add A Booking Form in WordPress (No Coding!)

How to Create a Booking Form in WordPress

Do you want to let clients book appointments directly through your WordPress site? Whether you’re running a salon, coaching business, or rental service, adding a booking form can streamline your scheduling and boost your business.

Now most website owners hire a professional to set this up, but I’m here to show you a way that’s easy, code-free, and can be done in a matter of minutes.

In this step-by-step guide, I’ll guide you through the process of setting up a booking form on your site. I’ve already tried and tested different methods, so this will help you skip the trial and error and get straight to what works.

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Filed Under: Blog Tagged With: booking form, custom wordpress form, wpforms

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