Subscription Pause Pad
Self-serve pause and skip for WooCommerce Subscriptions.
Subscription Pause Pad is a proposed WordPress plugin — Self-serve pause and skip for WooCommerce Subscriptions. It is not available for download yet — 0 of the 45 votes needed have been cast. Vote to move it forward, or join the waitlist to be emailed on release.
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At a glance
- Status
- Collecting votes
- Votes
- 0 of 45 (45 to go)
- Requirements
- WordPress 6.4+, WooCommerce 8+, WooCommerce Subscriptions, PHP 8.1+
- Integrations
- WooCommerce Subscriptions
- Pricing
- Free core + Pro · Pro ~$25
- Build time
- ~4 weeks after threshold
The problem
WooCommerce Subscriptions handles billing, but self-serve pause/skip UX is awkward. Support tickets pile up for simple schedule changes.
Who this WordPress plugin is for
Subscription box brands, memberships billed via Woo Subscriptions, and support-heavy DTC stores.
Subscription Pause Pad is a proposed add-on style WordPress plugin for stores already using WooCommerce Subscriptions.
It adds clear My Account actions and admin policy caps so customers can pause without opening a ticket.
Proposed plugin features
What this WordPress plugin would include in an initial release.
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Pause / resume
Customer pauses with a max duration set by the merchant.
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Skip next renewal
One-click skip with a visible next ship date.
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Policy caps
Limit pauses per year to protect revenue.
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Support log
Every self-serve change is recorded on the subscription.
Not in the first release
Kept out of scope on purpose, so the first version ships small and focused.
- Replacing WooCommerce Subscriptions
- Proration engines for mid-cycle plan changes
- Gift subscription marketplaces
Concept screens
What happens after you vote
Every draft follows the same path from proposal to release.
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Collecting votes You are here
The community decides whether this plugin gets built.
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Threshold reached
Enough votes — the draft enters the build queue.
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In development
Scope stays close to the published feature list.
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Ready to download
Waitlisted voters are emailed first, with download details.
WooCommerce Subscriptions
WordPress 6.4+, WooCommerce 8+, WooCommerce Subscriptions, PHP 8.1+
Free core + Pro · Pro ~$25
Custom My Account snippets, full subscription UX suites
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this WordPress plugin draft.
Does this require WooCommerce Subscriptions?
Yes. It is designed as a companion, not a billing engine.
Will gateway-specific pauses work?
v1 targets common Stripe/PayPal Subscriptions flows already supported by Woo Subscriptions.
Is Subscription Pause Pad available to download yet?
No. Subscription Pause Pad is a proposed WordPress plugin, not a finished download. It has 0 of the 45 votes needed before development starts.
What does Subscription Pause Pad do?
Self-serve pause and skip for WooCommerce Subscriptions. It is a WordPress plugin proposal published on DraftPlugins, where the community votes on which plugins get built.
When will Subscription Pause Pad be released?
Estimated build time is ~4 weeks after threshold. Everyone on the waitlist is emailed as soon as it ships.
How much will Subscription Pause Pad cost?
Expected pricing: Free core + Pro · Pro ~$25. Pricing for a draft is indicative and can change before release.
How do I get notified when Subscription Pause Pad is ready?
Vote on this page and join the waitlist with your email. We only email you about Subscription Pause Pad — release notes and access details.
What does Subscription Pause Pad require?
Planned requirements: WordPress 6.4+, WooCommerce 8+, WooCommerce Subscriptions, PHP 8.1+.