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Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway
Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway is a WordPress plugin that connects PayFast with a Paid Memberships Pro site.
Product facts
- Version
- 1.8
- Released
- 28 October 2026
- Type
- Plugin
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $1.03 on its own
Overview
This gateway gives Paid Memberships Pro site owners a way to accept payments through PayFast. It is suited to membership sites serving people in South Africa, with PayFast payment methods including credit cards, EFT, and instant EFT. Members can use the payment options available through PayFast when signing up or renewing.
Instant payment notifications report payment confirmations so membership levels and payment statuses can update automatically. The plugin also supports recurring payments for subscription renewals. Site owners can track and reconcile PayFast transactions using Paid Memberships Pro reporting tools, keeping payment activity within their existing membership management workflow.
Features
- PayFast gateway connection: Connect PayFast as a payment gateway in Paid Memberships Pro to accept online payments for membership sign-ups and renewals.
- Instant payment notifications: Payment notifications can update membership levels and payment statuses automatically after PayFast confirms a transaction.
- Multiple payment methods: Accept payment methods offered by PayFast, including credit cards, EFT, and instant EFT.
- Recurring subscription payments: Handle subscription renewals through PayFast recurring billing for memberships that require ongoing payments.
- South African payment focus: Support a localized payment experience for South African audiences using PayFast's familiar payment methods and currency options.
- Payment reporting compatibility: Track and reconcile PayFast transactions through Paid Memberships Pro reporting tools.
Best for
- Paid Memberships Pro sites accepting PayFast payments
- South African membership websites
- Membership businesses with recurring subscriptions
Changelog
Version 1.8 — 27 October 2026
- Security The ITN debug log now uses a random file name, and the logs folder is blocked from web access on Apache and LiteSpeed servers.
- Security The ITN log is no longer output in the response to PayFast. It's still written to the log file or emailed when debugging is on.
- Improved Added an admin notice when PayFast is the active gateway and no PassPhrase is set.
- Fixed Fixed an issue where paid orders could stay in token status if the ITN validation request to PayFast failed. The site now responds with a 503 so PayFast re-sends the ITN.
Earlier versions
- 1.7.4 (30 September 2026): 1 fixed, 1 security
- 1.7.3 (23 September 2026): 1 fixed, 1 security
- 1.7.2 (10 July 2025): 2 improved
FAQ
Is Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway free?
The code of Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL 247 is a paid service: a plan or a purchase of Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway gives you the download and its updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway is this?
Version 1.8, released 28 October 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them.
How do I update Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway?
Install GPL 247 Updater on your site and paste your key from My Account. It installs new versions of Paid Memberships Pro - PayFast Gateway for you.






