Give GoCardless Gateway 2.0.2

Overview

Give GoCardless Gateway is a powerful and seamless add-on for the GiveWP WordPress Donation Plugin, designed to enable nonprofits and organizations to accept Direct Debit donations effortlessly. Built on GoCardless’s modern payment platform, this gateway provides a cost-effective and reliable solution for collecting donations directly from donors’ bank accounts. Its standout feature is robust support for recurring donations, allowing fundraisers to build sustained income streams easily while offering donors a widely trusted alternative to traditional card payments.

What makes Give GoCardless Gateway truly unique is its ability to drastically reduce transaction fees by bypassing expensive card networks, resulting in very low gateway fees—just 1% per transaction with a maximum of £2 and no monthly fees for the base plan. Not only does this save charities money, but it also helps increase donor retention. Direct Debit payments don’t expire like credit cards, reducing churn and increasing the lifetime value of recurring donations. The gateway’s user-friendly, no-API key integration means you can set it up quickly without technical hassle while customizing options ensure it fits your specific fundraising needs.

Key Features

• Accept Direct Debit Donations: Provide donors with a simple and preferred payment method by charging donations directly from their bank accounts, eliminating card network fees.
• Supports Recurring Donations: Fully compatible with GiveWP’s Recurring Donations add-on, enabling effortless subscription-based giving to boost steady fundraising revenue.
• Low Gateway Fees: Enjoy minimal processing costs—just 1% per transaction with a maximum fee of £2 and no monthly fees on the base plan—maximizing donation value.
• Easy No-API Key Integration: Quickly connect GoCardless with GiveWP without complicated API key setups, making installation and activation smooth and hassle-free.
• Customizable Settings: Tailor the gateway’s features to your specific campaign requirements with flexible configuration options and enhanced control.
• Integrated Testing Environment: Use the GoCardless Sandbox for safe, real-world testing before going live, ensuring a flawless donor experience from day one.
• Multi-Currency Support: Accept donations in GBP, EUR, and SEK, making it perfect for organizations with an international donor base.
• Robust Security & Compliance: Authorized by the Financial Conduct Authority and ISO27001 certified, with payments protected under the Direct Debit Guarantee to safeguard donor information.
• Priority Support & Updates: Benefit from expert priority support and one-click plugin updates with the annual license to keep your donation platform running smoothly.
• Increase Donor Retention & Lifetime Value: Unlike credit cards, Direct Debit mandates don’t expire, minimizing payment failures and increasing recurring donation longevity.