Invites & Access Control for WooCommerce
Invites & Access Control for WooCommerce lets a store operate as an invite-only shop while keeping the process simple for customers and administrators.
Solid choice
Invites & Access Control for Wo… is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
- Actively developed — last update 3 weeks ago
- Tested with the latest WordPress (7.1)
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
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Rankings
Where Invites & Access Control fo… stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| access-control | >100 |
| ecommerce | >100 |
| invite only | #57 |
| invites | #67 |
| woocommerce | >100 |
About Invites & Access Control for WooCommerce
From the official readme · v1.0.2Description
Invites & Access Control for WooCommerce lets a store operate as an invite-only shop while keeping the process simple for customers and administrators.
Features include:
- Turn invite-only purchasing on or off.
- Create unique, email-specific invite links.
- Set an access window from 1 to 365 days (7 days by default).
- Track issued, redeemed, expired, and purchased invites.
- Manage invites from a WooCommerce admin submenu.
- Customize the site name, sender identity, logo, and email branding.
When invite-only mode is disabled, normal WooCommerce purchasing behavior is restored.
Usage
When invite-only mode is enabled, customers must use a valid invite link and remain within their access window to purchase.
Administrators can create, resend, redeem, expire, delete, and mark invites as purchased from the admin page.
Important Notes
- WooCommerce is required.
- Invite links are intended to be used by the invited email address.
- Public invite links use their unique token as the authorization mechanism; WordPress admin nonces are not applicable to these logged-out customer links.
A Note from the Author
This plugin was made because a simple problem did not need another subscription or license fee. So I am giving it away.
You are free to use it, modify it, improve it, fork it, and share it under the GPL. The GPL permits charging for distribution, but selling this plugin is not endorsed by the author. I would much rather see useful improvements shared with the community than another subscription for something this simple.
License
This plugin is licensed under the GNU General Public License, version 3 or later.
Installation
- Install and activate WooCommerce.
- Upload and activate this plugin.
- Go to WooCommerce > Invites & Access Control.
- Configure the invite system and create invites as needed.
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Is Invites & Access Control for Wo… free?
Yes. Invites & Access Control for Wo… is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Invites & Access Control for Wo… safe to use in 2026?
Invites & Access Control for Wo… is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 3 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Invites & Access Control for Wo…?
Invites & Access Control for Wo… is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 117 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 119 times in the last 30 days.
Does Invites & Access Control for Wo… work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Invites & Access Control for Wo… up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.0 or newer.
What PHP version does Invites & Access Control for Wo… need?
Invites & Access Control for Wo… requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Invites & Access Control for Wo… last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on September 19, 2026 (3 weeks ago).
Who makes Invites & Access Control for Wo…?
Invites & Access Control for Wo… is developed and maintained by pocketmidi.
What are the best alternatives to Invites & Access Control for Wo…?
The most popular alternatives to Invites & Access Control for Wo… are PublishPress Capabilities:… (100K+ installs), Content Control (40K+ installs) and Restrict User Access (10K+ installs).
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