# GoCardless WordPress plugin

> GoCardless WordPress plugin has 30+ active installs and 67 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** GoCardless WordPress plugin shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**This plugin enables you to use WordPress to create subscriptions using GoCardless.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 30+
- **Total downloads:** 4,200
- **Downloads (30 days):** 67 (+81.1% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.1.1
- **Last updated:** Apr 27, 2012
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 3.2.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 2.0.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** DHaywoodSmith (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/dhaywoodsmith/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/gocardless-wordpress-plugin/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [Direct Debit](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/direct-debit/) | #3 | 8 |
| [gocardless](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gocardless/) | #3 | 4 |
| [payments](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/payments/) | >100 | 620 |
| [subscription](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/subscription/) | #40 | 139 |
| [subscriptions](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/subscriptions/) | #47 | 151 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Direct Debit | >100 | 237 |
| gocardless | #14 | 14 |
| payments | >100 | 8,637 |
| subscription | >100 | 5,283 |
| subscriptions | >100 | 5,285 |

## Version adoption

- 0.1: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [GoCardless for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/woocommerce-gateway-gocardless/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (1) | Sep 15, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 2 | [Bayarcash WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/bayarcash-wc/) | 700+ | 5/5 (1) | Oct 8, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 4 | [Novalnet Payment Gateway for Easy Digital Downloads](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/easy-digital-downloads-payment-gateway-by-novalnet/) | 20+ | 4/5 (1) | Aug 12, 2026 | 55/100 |
| 5 | [IBANTEST for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/ibantest-for-woocommerce/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | May 7, 2026 | 51/100 |
| 6 | [GF Loqate Bank Verification](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gf-loqate-bank-verification/) | <10 | — | Oct 24, 2019 | 21/100 |
| 7 | [SEPA Manager for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sepa-manager-for-woocommerce/) | <10 | — | Jun 25, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 8 | [SEPA Sign](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sepa-sign/) | <10 | — | Aug 7, 2026 | 55/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is GoCardless WordPress plugin free?
Yes. GoCardless WordPress plugin is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is GoCardless WordPress plugin safe to use in 2026?
GoCardless WordPress plugin shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 30+ sites and was last updated 14 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use GoCardless WordPress plugin?
GoCardless WordPress plugin is active on 30+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,200 times since it launched in April 2012. It was downloaded 67 times in the last 30 days.

### Does GoCardless WordPress plugin work with WordPress 7.1?
GoCardless WordPress plugin is officially tested up to WordPress 3.2.2, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was GoCardless WordPress plugin last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.1, was released on April 27, 2012 (14 years ago).

### Who makes GoCardless WordPress plugin?
GoCardless WordPress plugin is developed and maintained by DHaywoodSmith.

### What are the best alternatives to GoCardless WordPress plugin?
The most popular alternatives to GoCardless WordPress plugin are GoCardless for WooCommerce (1K+ installs), Bayarcash WooCommerce (700+ installs) and Novalnet Payment Gateway fo… (20+ installs).


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