Understanding the Post Credits System

Pro. This feature requires WB Member Blog Pro. The free plugin must be installed and active first. See the Pro index for every Pro module.

Monetize your community blog with a credit-based system. Members spend credits to publish posts, which you can sell directly or include with memberships.

What You’ll Learn

How post credits work Setting up the credits system Credit deduction rules What members see

How Post Credits Work

The credit system is simple:

Members receive credits (via membership, purchase, or admin assignment) Publishing a post deducts credits (typically 1 per post) Members with 0 credits cannot publish new posts You control how members get more credits

Step 1: Enable Post Credits Module

Go to Member Blog → Pro Modules Find Post Credits in the list Toggle it to On Click Save Changes

Step 2: Configure Basic Settings

Navigate to Member Blog → Post Credits to configure the system.

Core Settings

SettingWhat It DoesRecommendedEnable CreditsMaster toggle for the credit systemOnDefault CreditsCredits given to new users automatically3-5 for freemiumCredit CostCredits deducted per post published1Block at ZeroPrevent posting when credits exhaustedOn

User Experience Settings

SettingDescriptionLow Balance WarningShow warning at this threshold (e.g., 2 credits)Custom Zero MessageMessage when out of creditsPurchase URLLink to page where members can buy credits

Credit Deduction Rules

Understanding when credits are deducted helps you set appropriate expectations:

Credits ARE Deducted When:

Post status changes to “Publish” Scheduled post auto-publishes at its scheduled time

Credits Are NOT Deducted For:

Saving drafts Submitting for review (pending) Editing existing published posts Unpublishing and republishing the same post

Credit Types

TypeHow It WorksBest ForLifetimeCredits never expire, accumulate over timeOne-time purchases, bonusesSubscriptionCredits reset on a schedule (monthly/yearly)Membership plans

What Members See

Credit Balance Display

Members see their current balance:

On the post creation page In the Author Dashboard (if enabled) After publishing a post

Example: “Post Credits: 8 remaining”

Low Balance Warning

When credits are low:

“You have 2 credits remaining. Purchase more credits to continue posting.”

Zero Balance Message

When credits are exhausted:

“You’ve used all your post credits. Purchase more to publish new posts.”

This includes a link to your purchase page (if configured).

Credit Sources

Members can receive credits from multiple sources:

SourceDescriptionDefault CreditsAutomatic credits for new usersMembership IntegrationAuto-assign based on membership levelWooCommerce Credit PacksMembers purchase credits directlyManual AssignmentAdmin assigns credits to individuals

Business Model Examples

Freemium Model

Give 3-5 free credits to new users Sell credit packs (10, 25, 50 credits) Users can try the platform, then pay for more

Subscription Model

Tie credits to membership levels Basic: 10 credits/month Pro: 50 credits/month VIP: Unlimited

Pay-Per-Post Model

1 credit = 1 post Sell individual credits or small packs Simple, transparent pricing