Need help finding a plugin to block content but not paywall… any ideas?

Hey everyone, I manage the website for my job, and we’re running it on Wordpress.org with the Divi Theme (just a heads-up, I inherited the setup, so there are some things in place that I wouldn’t have picked myself). We’re also using both Gravity Forms and Forminator Pro. I usually stick with Forminator Pro but can switch if needed for this project.

So, here’s the task I was given: I need to create something like a paywall for our product guides, but without any actual payments. Basically, when someone visits the page, I want them to fill out a form before unlocking the rest of the guide (the last 3-8 paragraphs). My first thought was using Forminator Pro to redirect users to a page with the full guide after the form, but my boss wants it done “the right way.” Now I’m on the hunt for a plugin that can do this better.

I don’t need it to process payments, just collect info via a form before the full article becomes visible.

TLDR:

  • Site: Wordpress.org, Divi theme

  • Form plugin I’m using: Forminator Pro

  • What I need: A free or affordable plugin (under $80/year) that shows part of a guide but requires a lead form submission to unlock the rest.

Thanks in advance for any suggestions, I really appreciate it!

Maybe try a content restriction plugin? There are a lot of options out there for that.

Vic said:
Maybe try a content restriction plugin? There are a lot of options out there for that.

This sounds like it could be the solution! I’ll check it out, thank you so much!

You should look into MemberPress. It’s a membership plugin, but it integrates with Divi, and you can easily set it up for what you’re trying to do. Just search for ‘MemberPress paywall’ and you’ll find some good info.

@Mal
Thanks a lot! I’ll definitely check that out!

@Mal
I was going to suggest the same thing. MemberPress is probably your best bet.

You might want to check out a plugin called WP Paywall. It’s not exactly what you’re looking for, but it’s a new Pay Per Post plugin that could work for monetizing content. Check it out here: https://www.wppluginsforyou.com/product/wp-paywall-plugin/?currency=USD