ArticleVault Documentation.
Everything you need to install, configure and start protecting your content with ArticleVault Pro.
ArticleVault Documentation.
Everything you need to install, configure and start protecting your content with ArticleVault Pro.
Installation Guide
Follow these simple steps to install ArticleVault Pro on your WordPress site.
1. Download plugin
Download the latest free version of ArticleVault Pro from the plugin directory or from AIbender.com.au
2. Upload to WordPress
In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins → Add New Plugin → Upload Plugin. Choose the downloaded .zip file and click Install Now.
3. Activate the Plugin
Once installation is complete, click Activate Plugin. ArticleVault will now appear in your WordPress dashboard in the side left menu
4. Configure Settings
Go to ArticleVault Settings to configure your article price, Stripe keys and appearance.
5. Start Protecting Content
Add the ArticleVault shortcode to any post or page to protect the content you want to place behind the paywall.
The Shortcode
ArticleVault uses a simple shortcode to define the content you want to protect.
You can use the shortcode in any WordPress builder, including Elementor, Divi, Beaver Builder, Bricks, Oxygen and WordPress Block Editor (Gutenberg).
How Access Works
Secure access with a cookie.
After a reader successfully purchases an article, ArticleVault stores a secure access cookie in their browser.
This lets ArticleVault recognise the reader when they return to the page and give them access to the content they have purchased.
No account or login is required.
Reader purchases
the article
The reader completes their payment through Stripe.
Access is
granted
ArticleVault creates a secure access cookie in the reader’s browser.
Cookie
Comfirmation
The plugin checks the cookie to validate access.
Content is
unlocked
If valid access is found, the protected content is displayed.
Note: Clearing your browser cookies will remove the stored access information.
The reader may need to purchase access again.
No account or login is required.