The platform
for
news publishers
Focus on content, not tech. We handle design, hosting, newsletters, and more so you can launch faster 🚀 and grow revenue right away.
PaywallProject is a fully managed WordPress paywall plugin solution that simplifies subscription management, helping publishers grow audiences, increase newsletter signups, and convert readers into paying subscribers or donors.
Everything you need to launch, grow, and monetize
A modern stack for news publishers — simple to start, powerful as you scale.
Turnkey WordPress website
Fully hosted & managed. Turn it on, choose a design, add your branding, launch it.
Subscription system
Free registration, metered access, donations, and group subscriptions.
Newsletter system
Publish newsletters faster from WordPress. Supports automation and email sending.
Advertising system
Integrated ad placement and rotations on your site and in your newsletter.
Migration assistance
On Substack or Ghost? We’ll move your content and subscribers over for you.
Total control
Developer access. Use your Stripe account. Move your site to your own host anytime.
How readers become subscribers
Capture the email first, make the upgrade obvious, then get out of the way at checkout.
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Capture the email before the paywall. A registration wall turns anonymous traffic into a known audience you can market to.
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Monthly Subscription
$6.99 / month
- Print Edition
- Unlimited Digital Access
- Auto Renewal
Annual Subscription
$79.99 / year
- Print Edition
- Unlimited Digital Access
- Auto Renewal
Meter it your way. Set how many free articles readers get, by section or by audience, then show the plans that fit them.
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Four short steps, one screen. Apple Pay, Google Pay, coupons, and tax handled — and you keep 100% of what readers pay.
A checkout readers actually finish
Four short steps, one screen. Group plans, coupons, tax, and autopay handled — on your domain, under your brand.
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Readers can pay with Apple Pay or Google Pay in one tap — or by card, with group seats, coupons, and tax all handled in the same flow.
Real publishers, real sites
A daily in Massachusetts, a weekly in Alaska, a neighborhood site in Brooklyn. Same platform underneath — no two look alike.
What publishers are saying
PaywallProject has been an essential partner for the all-digital Salem Reporter. Their fully managed setup means we have an expert and available team handling the technical side: hosting, updates, security. When we need support, they’re responsive and knowledgeable. And their counsel on growing our subscriber base has made a material difference in our revenue.
Les Zaitz
Publisher, Salem Reporter · Oregon
PaywallProject understands what independent publishers need. The fully managed tech means our team stays focused on the storytelling that matters to our community. Their support has remained incredibly responsive and reliable, and their help in growing our donor base has strengthened our ability to do the journalism Appalachia deserves.
Dana Coester
Publisher, 100 Days in Appalachia · West Virginia
We encountered the Paywall Project during a major financial crisis. The hosting service saves us money, streamlines our online subscription model, and absolutely sets the bar for the best tech support.
Niki Turner
Publisher, Rio Blanco Herald Times · Colorado
The Paywall Project’s technical support has been invaluable as I transition my legacy newspaper into a digitally robust media company. I often recommend the team and their services to other publishers.
Rashah McChesney
Publisher, Chilkat Valley News · Alaska
They make the specialized aspects of our online newspaper presence easy to update and easy to manage. That lets us deliver news and special features to our digital readers more easily and professionally.
Kate Shunney
Editor, Morgan Messenger · West Virginia
A relief to have every technical aspect of our site covered. Finally, we can spend our time writing as our subscriber base grows.
Gary Kopycinski
Publisher, News Park Forest · Illinois
We couldn’t be more satisfied with the outstanding service provided for our organization’s digital needs. The hosting, updates, support, and overall customer care have been truly top-tier. Their reliability and responsiveness have allowed us to work efficiently and significantly strengthen our online presence.
Francisco Pérez Alviárez
Publisher, Venezuela Inmortal · Venezuela
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to purchase additional software licenses and hosting?
All software and hosting is included and fully managed by our team.
What is included with website development?
We work with a number of WordPress themes designed specifically for news publishers. You can choose from our preferred templates at no extra cost, or bring one you’ve already selected. We apply your branding and get your site up and running fast.
What is proactive site monitoring?
We partner with BigScoots, an industry-leading managed WordPress host, to monitor your site every 60 seconds. If an issue is detected — no matter the time of day — our hosting partner works to resolve it right away.
Do I need to hire a developer alongside PaywallProject?
No. Every aspect of your website and paywall is managed by PaywallProject. Need a highly custom feature? Our development team will provide a free estimate.
Can you migrate our existing site content?
Yes. Regardless of your current CMS, we can migrate your site into WordPress. Contact us for an estimate.
How long does it take to get up and running?
On average, about two weeks or less.
Still have a question? Talk to our team.
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