=== Masteriyo LMS – LMS Course Builder, Quizzes & Certificates ===
Contributors: Masteriyo, themeisle
Tags: lms, learning management system, elearning, online courses, course builder
Requires at least: 6.6
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 2.2.0
License: GNU General Public License v3.0
License URI: http://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Complete WordPress LMS plugin. Build & sell online courses with quizzes, certificates, and built-in payments. The all-in-one LMS for course creators.

== Description ==

### Free WordPress LMS Plugin: Built-in Payments, Quizzes, and Certificates

Masteriyo is a self-hosted LMS plugin and WordPress course plugin built for course creation and monetization: create, manage, and sell online courses without WooCommerce, SaaS fees, or platform commissions. As a self-hosted WordPress LMS, it gives companies, educators, and creators full control over their data and revenue.

Unlike a hosted LMS or an LMS-as-a-service platform, Masteriyo runs on your own WordPress site, giving you full ownership of your data, students, and revenue. The built-in order system, payment gateways, quizzes, and certificates are all free. No third-party plugins required.

Accept payments via Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, Mollie, and more. Sell in multiple currencies, share revenue with instructors, and keep 100% of your earnings.

### ⚡ Quick Links

- [Try Masteriyo](https://app.instawp.io/launch?t=masteriyo-demo&d=v2)
- [Live Demo](https://masteriyo-site.vertisite.cloud/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=quicklinks)
- [Masteriyo Pro](https://masteriyo.com/pricing/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=quicklinks)
- [Free vs Pro](https://masteriyo.com/free-vs-pro/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=quicklinks)
- [Join Community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/masteriyo/)
- [Documentation](https://docs.masteriyo.com/)


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### Who Masteriyo Is For

- **Educators, Schools, and Universities**: An LMS for schools, universities, coaching centers, and institutions with a complete online course platform for student tracking, gradebook, and course management.

- **Tutors and Coaches**: Sell your knowledge as online courses, tutorials, or training modules with no platform commissions and no coding required.

- **Academy and Marketplace Builders**: Build an online academy or course marketplace platform like Udemy or Coursera, where instructors can create courses and earn through revenue sharing.

- **Corporate and Business Training**: Run an employee training LMS, online education portal, or onboarding platform for teams and companies with support for enterprise learning and business training.

- **Content Creators**: Monetize content with a flexible LMS for online courses, grow your online academy, and reach learners worldwide.


### **Masteriyo Features**

### Course Creation and Management

LMS course builder with drag-and-drop editing, a dedicated course builder for eLearning and online learning courses, lessons, and quizzes.

- Unlimited courses, lessons, chapters, quizzes, certificates, and assignments
- Self-paced and instructor-led course modules
- SCORM-compliant LMS with easy import of existing eLearning content
- H5P support for interactive online learning content and assessments
- Certificate builder with customizable templates and QR validation
- Content drip to release lessons on a schedule
- Interactive lessons with text, video, and live streaming via YouTube Live
- Picture-in-picture, subtitles, closed captions, and timestamps for video lessons
- In-lesson note-taking, course attachments, and downloadable materials
- Course visibility options: open, enrolled users only, or private
- Course prerequisites, enrollment expiration, retakes, and resume from last chapter
- Course announcements, FAQ, coming soon mode, featured courses, and badges
- Distraction-free learning page with lesson preview before enrollment



### Quiz, Assignment, and Assessment

- Unlimited quizzes and assignments
- Question builder with single choice, multiple choice, true/false, and matching types
- Quiz time limits, randomized questions, auto-calculated points, and custom grading
- Quiz review system showing students where they went wrong
- Quiz import and export for reuse across courses
- Gradebook for student evaluation and performance tracking
- LMS reporting and analytics with student reports to track results and course progress


### Student and Instructor Management

- Unlimited instructors and students
- Social login (Facebook, Google), public profiles, and manual enrollment
- Multiple instructors per course
- User import and export with bulk CSV support for students and instructors
- Student activity log and login session management
- Student progress tracking with course reports and a dynamic progress bar
- Course reviews after completion and vertical course navigation

### Monetization & Payments

Built-in eCommerce with cart, checkout, wishlist, coupons, and payment integrations. No WooCommerce required.

- Payment gateways: Stripe, PayPal, Mollie, Lemon Squeezy, Razorpay, and more
- Integrations with WooCommerce, SureCart, and Easy Digital Downloads (EDD)
- Revenue sharing between instructors and administrators
- One-time course fees or subscription-based pricing models
- Marked price and sale price with support for course bundles and group courses
- Multiple currency support for region-based pricing

### Security & Access

- Google reCAPTCHA for spam and bot protection
- Two-factor authentication (2FA) for secure logins
- Email verification for user account validation
- Password strength checker to enforce secure credentials
- Course content and video protection
- Login session management for enhanced security

### Admin & Tools

- Setup wizard with free starter templates for Elementor and Gutenberg
- Dashboard analytics for quick performance insights
- LMS reports for tracking courses and student activity
- Webhooks for automation and third-party integrations
- White label support (Elite plan)
- Bulk add-on management
- Quiz import and export
- Course archive filter for better navigation
- Instructors list page

### Create Courses with AI

Masteriyo integrates with OpenAI ChatGPT to automate course creation and reduce manual work.
- **AI-powered course generation**: Generate full course outlines, sections, and lessons from a topic
- **Flexible structure**: Define sections, lessons, and key highlights, and let AI fill in the details
- **AI quiz generation**: Create quiz questions including multiple choice, match-the-following, sortable, and fill-in-the-blank

### Already Using a Different LMS?

Masteriyo includes a built-in LMS migration tool to transfer courses, quizzes, orders, and student data from **TutorLMS**, **LifterLMS**, **LearnPress**, **LearnDash**, and **MasterStudy**. No manual exports or developers needed.

Switching from **Sensei LMS**, **Kajabi**, **Teachable**, **Thinkific**, or **Podia**? Masteriyo is a self-hosted alternative with no fees or commissions.

### Upgrade to Pro When You are Ready to Scale

- Prerequisites, assignments, and advanced quiz types
- Gradebook and student reports
- Course bundles and subscriptions
- Coupons and marked/sale pricing
- Razorpay payment gateway
- Multiple instructors per course
- Zoom and Google Meet integration
- Mailchimp, MailerLite, HubSpot, and Zapier integrations
- Paid Memberships Pro and Restrict Content Pro support
- Easy Digital Downloads (EDD) integration
- Advanced LMS reporting and analytics
- White label support
- Priority support

[See all Pro features](https://masteriyo.com/pricing/?utm_source=wporg&utm_medium=readme&utm_campaign=prolink)

### Works Great With

- **Payments and eCommerce**: Stripe, PayPal, Razorpay, Mollie, Lemon Squeezy, WooCommerce, SureCart, and Easy Digital Downloads (EDD)

- **Gamification and community**: GamiPress for gamification features and BuddyPress for social learning

- **Page builders and themes**: Elementor, Divi, Oxygen, Bricks, Beaver Builder, Gutenberg, Neve, Astra, and more

- **Integrations**: Google Meet, Google Classroom, Zoom, Mailchimp, MailerLite, Brevo, Fluent CRM, HubSpot, Bunny.net, OpenAI ChatGPT (Create with AI), Zapier, Paid Memberships Pro, Restrict Content Pro, and more

### What Our Users Say

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"Masteriyo is a true dark horse, lesser known but just as powerful. Responsive support and impressive update frequency." -- Paul

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"So many great features on the core version, features you have to pay for elsewhere." -- Simrencoe

[Read all 160+ reviews](https://wordpress.org/support/plugin/learning-management-system/reviews/)

### Use of 3rd Party Services

Third-party services activate only after opt-in. Personal data is not tracked unless stated.

- **Diagnostic data**: Consent only. [Terms of Service](https://masteriyo.com/terms-conditions/) | [Privacy Policy](https://masteriyo.com/terms-conditions/)

- **Certificate fonts**: AWS CloudFront, no personal data. [AWS Privacy](https://aws.amazon.com/privacy/)

- **Google APIs**: Classroom and authentication. [Terms of Service](https://policies.google.com/terms) | [Privacy Policy](https://policies.google.com/privacy)

- **Payments**:
  - **Stripe**: [Terms of Service](https://stripe.com/legal/ssa) | [Privacy Policy](https://stripe.com/privacy)
  - **PayPal**: [Terms of Service](https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/paypal/useragreement-full) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.paypal.com/us/legalhub/paypal/privacy-full)
  - **Mollie**: [Terms of Service](https://www.mollie.com/gb/user-agreement) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.mollie.com/gb/privacy)

- **OpenAI**: AI features (user API key required). [Terms of Use](https://openai.com/policies/row-terms-of-use/) | [Policies](https://openai.com/policies/)



== Installation ==

From your **WordPress Dashboard**

1. Go to **Plugins > Add New**
2. Search for **Masteriyo**
3. Click **Install Now** and then **Activate**
4. Follow the **setup wizard** to configure courses, payments, and pages

From **WordPress.org**

1. **Download Masteriyo**
2. Upload the `learning-management-system` folder to your **/wp-content/plugins/** directory via **FTP/SFTP**
3. Activate **Masteriyo** from your **Plugins page**
4. Follow the **setup wizard** to get started


== Screenshots ==

1. Lesson Builder
2. Course Settings
3. Quiz Builder
4. Certificate Builder
5. Track sales, enrollments, and course performance
6. Launch with Starter Templates
7. Course Builder
8. Integrations
9. Student Learning Experience

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Do I need to have coding skills to use the Masteriyo LMS Plugin? =

No, you don't need any coding skills. One can click and create courses, lessons, and publish.

= How does Masteriyo compare to LearnDash, TutorLMS, or LifterLMS? =

LearnDash is premium-only from $199/year. TutorLMS restricts its certificate builder to Pro. LifterLMS needs paid add-ons for full payment support. Masteriyo includes payments, certificates, and quizzes for free.

= Does the plugin work with any WordPress themes? =

Yes, Masteriyo LMS is designed to work with any themes that have been coded following WordPress guidelines.

= Can I migrate from another LMS? =

Yes. The built-in LMS migration tool transfers courses, quizzes, orders, and student data from LearnDash, TutorLMS, LifterLMS, LearnPress, and MasterStudy in a few clicks.

= Is Masteriyo a self-hosted LMS? =

Yes. No SaaS LMS fees, no per-student costs, and no third-party cuts. Your data stays on your own WordPress site, making it a strong SaaS LMS alternative.


= Do you have a quick get started documentation for Masteriyo LMS? =

Yes, we do. Check out this [Getting Started Docs](https://docs.masteriyo.com/)

= What are the available add-ons for Masteriyo, and where can I find more information about them? =

There are various add-ons available for Masteriyo, such as certificate builder, coupons, etc. You can check the details [here](https://masteriyo.com/features/).

= Can I get assistance in setting up an online course with Masteriyo? =

Yes, you can get assistance in setting up an online course site. We provide VIP support for a small charge.

= Does Masteriyo work for corporate training, schools, or online academies? =

Yes. It’s used for corporate training, employee onboarding, LMS for schools and universities, and online course marketplaces. A practical course builder for eLearning at any scale, with built-in reports and certificates.

= How can I request a feature that I need for my LMS website? =

You can request a new feature on Masteriyo by contacting our team. [Feature Request](https://masteriyo.com/feature-request/)

= How to stay updated on Masteriyo LMS new releases? =

You can stay up-to-date by checking the Masteriyo [Changelog](https://masteriyo.com/changelog/) and [Blog](https://masteriyo.com/blog/) regularly.

= Is the Masteriyo WordPress LMS plugin free? =

Yes, Masteriyo offers all core LMS features for free. For advanced features, consider exploring our premium version.

= Can I integrate Masteriyo with membership plugins? =

Yes, Masteriyo is compatible with membership plugins. However, external membership plugins are optional as Masteriyo already includes all features essential for a core Learning Management System.

= Does Masteriyo support live course sessions and webinars like Zoom and Google Meet? =

Absolutely! Masteriyo supports live interactions through seamless integration with Zoom and Google Meet.

= Is Masteriyo compatible with WordPress Multisite? =

Yes, Masteriyo works perfectly with WordPress Multisite environments.

= Can I use SCORM content with Masteriyo? =

Yes, you can easily import SCORM-compliant courses into Masteriyo in a few clicks.

= How can I report security bugs? =

You can report security bugs through the Patchstack Vulnerability Disclosure Program. The Patchstack team helps validate, triage, and handle any security vulnerabilities. [Report a security vulnerability](https://patchstack.com/database/vdp/learning-management-system)

== Changelog ==
= 2.2.0 - 12-05-2026 =
- Feature - Added 'View as Student' option for admins and instructors to preview the student experience.
- Feature - Exposed full CRUD abilities for Course, Section, Lesson, Quiz, Question, Enrollment, Order, User, and Settings via the WP Abilities API.
- Enhancement - Added email settings and notifications for lesson comments/replies and Q&A.
- Enhancement - Synced group status with different order statuses.
- Enhancement - Added 'Auto Redirect to Courses' option in WooCommerce integration settings.
- Enhancement - Improved UX for chat input fields by replacing text input with textarea and enhancing message formatting.
- Security - Added authorization check for Invoice PDF access.
- Security - Added capability checks to AJAX notice handlers.
- Security - Improved BuddyPress integration security.
- Fix - Enqueued public.css on course bundle and public profile pages. [PRO]
- Fix - Fixed missing Elementor CSS and body classes with block themes.
- Fix - Added masteriyo-notice-link class to admin notice links.
- Fix - Fixed review replies not appearing in user details edit review. [PRO]
- Fix - Scoped gradebook queries to current user and guarded against bulk deletion. [PRO]
- Fix - Resolved stale cache served after AJAX login on account page with LiteSpeed Cache.
- Fix - Fixed search by username or email for quiz attempts and assignments. [PRO]
- Fix - Fixed students being unable to post reviews on private courses and lessons. [PRO]
- Fix - Fixed invalid interval format sent to Mollie subscription API.
- Fix - Fixed WooCommerce order with no customer ID overwriting wcorder_id on wrong user enrollment.
- Fix - Fixed URL status param not syncing to filterParams on backend page reload.
- Fix - Fixed user being unable to reply to reviews after submitting their own review.
- Fix - Fixed quiz questions not loading for guest users on open access courses.
- Fix - Fixed incorrect redirect to first step after Stripe Connect on onboarding.

= 2.1.9 - 04-05-2026 =
- Enhancement - Load Masteriyo public CSS only on Masteriyo-related content pages.
- Fix - Enhance security.
- Fix - Log email delivery failures silently through the Masteriyo logger.
- Fix - Courses shortcode rendering private courses to non-enrolled users.
- Fix - Course Bundles shortcode rendering private courses to non-enrolled users. [PRO]
- Fix - Exclude Learn and Account pages from cache plugins.
- Fix - Show contextual error notices on Learn page redirects.
- Fix - Block paid course access for logged-in users without a student role.
- Fix - Randomize Questions setting not applied on Learn page quiz.
- Fix - Course featured image missing in Course Bundle editor. [PRO]
- Fix - Group enrollment course selector not listing courses with tiered pricing. [PRO]

You can find old changelog from [here](https://plugins.svn.wordpress.org/learning-management-system/trunk/changelog.txt).
