Is it possible to add recurring payments from Stripe to Webflow for a educational platform's monthly subscriptions?
TL;DR
- Use tools like Memberstack or Outseta to integrate Stripe subscriptions with Webflow for managing recurring payments and gated content.
- Create recurring products in Stripe, link Checkout URLs to Webflow buttons or forms, and restrict content access based on payment status.
Yes, you can integrate recurring payments using Stripe with Webflow, but it requires third-party tools or custom integration. Webflow's native eCommerce doesn't support recurring subscriptions out of the box.
1. Use Stripe with a No-Code Integration Tool
- Use Memberstack, Outseta, or Lemon Squeezy to manage recurring Stripe subscriptions on your Webflow site.
- These tools handle user authentication, subscription billing, and can plug directly into Stripe.
- Memberstack is widely used for education platforms and content gating.
- Outseta offers bundled CRM and support tools, ideal for SaaS or memberships.
2. Set Up Stripe Recurring Plans
- In your Stripe dashboard, create a Product with a Recurring Price.
- Choose the appropriate pricing model (monthly, yearly) depending on your educational platform’s offer.
- Generate a Checkout Link or use Stripe’s Customer Portal if needed.
3. Embed Stripe Checkout or Use Redirects
- Add the Stripe hosted checkout link to a Webflow button or trigger a redirect on submission.
- Example: Use a Webflow form submission redirect or custom button linking to the Stripe Checkout URL.
- Stripe handles secure payments and, once complete, returns the user to a Webflow “Thank You” page.
4. Gate Content After Payment
- Use Memberstack or similar tools to protect content:
- Only allow access to lessons or course pages after subscription.
- Integrate user login and dashboards to show/track progress or access.
5. Alternative: Use Webflow + Zapier + Stripe (Advanced)
- You can use Zapier to connect Webflow forms to create customers in Stripe and send invoices.
- This is more complex and not natively secure for gated content — it's suitable for simpler workflows or internal tools.
Summary
Webflow doesn’t natively support Stripe recurring payments, but you can enable it using tools like Memberstack or Outseta. These connect with Stripe to manage subscriptions, user access, and gated content — making them ideal for educational platforms.