Written by WP Sell Services is our next-generation WordPress plugin that transforms how service marketplaces are built. For years, we’ve been helping WordPress site owners with our dedicated plugins: Woo Sell Services for WooCommerce users and EDD Sell Services for Easy Digital Downloads users. These plugins have powered hundreds of successful freelance platforms, agency directories, and service marketplaces worldwide.
But we kept hearing the same feedback: “What if I want to switch e-commerce platforms later?” or “Can I use this without WooCommerce or EDD?” or “I need direct payment processing without a full e-commerce stack.”
We listened. And in the next two weeks, we’re launching something that changes everything.
Announcing WP Sell Services: One Plugin, Unlimited Possibilities
WP Sell Services is our unified service marketplace plugin that expands upon everything we built with Woo Sell Services and EDD Sell Services. Instead of being tied to a single e-commerce platform, WP Sell Services gives you the freedom to choose—or change—your payment infrastructure at any time.
If you’ve been exploring ways to transform your WooCommerce store into a Fiverr-like marketplace, WP Sell Services takes that concept further with platform flexibility you won’t find anywhere else.
Why We Built WP Sell Services
The gig economy continues to grow at an unprecedented pace. Platforms like Fiverr, Upwork, and Freelancer have proven there’s massive demand for connecting service providers with buyers. According to recent studies, the global gig economy is projected to reach over $455 billion by 2027, with millions of freelancers and service providers joining these platforms daily.
But building your own service marketplace has traditionally meant either:
- Expensive custom development ($50,000 – $200,000+)
- Being locked into a single e-commerce platform
- Settling for third-party platforms that take 10-20% commissions
- Dealing with complex code and multiple plugins that don’t integrate well
WP Sell Services eliminates these limitations. You get enterprise-grade marketplace functionality on your own WordPress site, with complete flexibility in how you process payments. This means you retain full control over your brand, your customer relationships, and most importantly—your revenue.
The Problem with Platform Lock-In
One of the biggest challenges marketplace owners face is platform lock-in. When you build your marketplace on a specific e-commerce platform, your entire business becomes dependent on that platform’s future. What happens if WooCommerce makes changes that don’t align with your needs? What if EDD doesn’t support a payment gateway you need? What if a newer, better platform emerges?
With traditional platform-specific plugins, migration means starting over. Your service listings, vendor data, order history, reviews—everything needs to be rebuilt. This creates a significant barrier to evolution and keeps marketplace owners stuck with suboptimal solutions.
WP Sell Services solves this by storing your marketplace data independently from the e-commerce layer. Your services, vendors, orders, and reviews live in their own data structure, while the e-commerce platform simply handles payment processing. Switch from WooCommerce to SureCart, or drop e-commerce entirely and go direct with Stripe—your marketplace data remains intact.
What’s New in WP Sell Services
While WP Sell Services inherits all the proven features from our existing plugins, it introduces several major improvements that make it the most flexible service marketplace solution for WordPress.
Multi-Platform E-commerce Support
This is the headline feature that makes WP Sell Services unique. Instead of being locked to one e-commerce solution, WP Sell Services supports multiple backends:
- WooCommerce – The most popular WordPress e-commerce solution with thousands of extensions
- Easy Digital Downloads – Perfect for digital service delivery and lightweight setups
- Fluent Cart – A lightweight, fast alternative gaining popularity in the WordPress community
- SureCart – Modern, headless commerce option with excellent performance
- Direct Payment Gateways – No e-commerce platform required at all
Start with WooCommerce today, switch to SureCart next year—your marketplace data stays intact. This flexibility is unprecedented in WordPress service marketplace plugins. You can even run multiple payment options simultaneously, giving your customers the checkout experience they prefer.
Direct Payment Gateway Integration
Don’t want the overhead of a full e-commerce platform? WP Sell Services Pro connects directly to payment processors, giving you the simplest possible setup:
- Stripe – Full Stripe Connect integration for marketplace payouts with automatic vendor splits
- PayPal – PayPal Commerce Platform for split payments and international transactions
- Razorpay – Popular choice for India and emerging markets with excellent local payment method support
Direct integration means faster checkouts, lower fees, and automatic vendor payouts—without installing WooCommerce, EDD, or any other e-commerce plugin. This is particularly valuable for marketplace owners who want to keep their WordPress installation lean and focused on the core marketplace functionality.
Unified Codebase, Better Performance
By rebuilding from a unified codebase, WP Sell Services is faster and more efficient than running separate plugins for different platforms. Similar to how we approached modern community blogging with Member Blog’s complete rewrite, WP Sell Services benefits from lessons learned across years of development.
The unified architecture means fewer database queries, better caching, and cleaner code that’s easier to maintain and extend. Our testing shows page load improvements of 15-25% compared to running separate platform-specific plugins with equivalent functionality.
Complete Feature Set: Free Version
WP Sell Services comes in two versions: a feature-rich Free version and a Pro version with advanced capabilities. Let’s start with what you get at no cost.
The free version isn’t a stripped-down teaser or a demo that’s useless in production. It’s a fully functional marketplace plugin that can power real businesses:
Service Listings Management
- Multiple pricing packages (Basic, Standard, Premium tiers) with customizable names
- Rich media galleries with images and video support
- Full Gutenberg block support for service descriptions
- Delivery time specifications per package
- FAQ sections for common questions
- Requirements gathering forms to collect project details upfront
- Service extras and add-ons that buyers can select during checkout
Comprehensive Vendor Management
- Professional vendor profiles with customizable portfolios
- Verification badges for identity and skill verification
- Skill tags and category specialization
- Response time and completion rate tracking
- Seller levels based on performance metrics
- Private dashboard for managing services, orders, and earnings
Complete Order Workflow
- Full order lifecycle management from purchase to completion
- Delivery submissions with file attachments
- Revision requests with configurable limits per package
- Order extensions for timeline adjustments
- Cancellation workflows with refund handling
- Automatic completion after delivery acceptance or timeout
Integrated Communication System
- Built-in messaging between buyers and sellers
- Order-specific conversation threads
- File sharing within messages
- Pre-order inquiries for complex projects
- Email notifications for new messages
- Message read receipts and typing indicators
Trust & Safety Features
- 5-star rating system with multiple evaluation criteria
- Verified buyer reviews with seller response capability
- Dispute resolution with admin mediation workflow
- Evidence submission for conflict resolution
- Fraud detection basics for suspicious activity
Buyer Requests System
- Buyers post project requirements with budgets and timelines
- Sellers browse requests and submit proposals
- Category matching to surface requests to relevant sellers
- Direct conversion from accepted proposal to order
- Request expiration and management
Gutenberg Blocks for Display
- Service Grid and Carousel blocks for showcasing services
- Vendor Directory block with filtering
- Category Showcase and Search blocks
- Featured Services display
- Recent Orders and Popular Services blocks
Pro Version: Advanced Capabilities
WP Sell Services Pro unlocks advanced features for scaling your marketplace to hundreds or thousands of vendors:
Multiple E-commerce Platform Support
- Full WooCommerce, EDD, Fluent Cart, and SureCart integration
- Switch platforms without losing any marketplace data
- Mix and match payment methods from different platforms
Direct Payment Gateway Integration
- Stripe Connect for automatic marketplace payouts
- PayPal Commerce Platform with split payment support
- Razorpay integration for emerging market coverage
- Automatic commission splitting at payment time
Wallet System Integration
- TeraWallet, WooWallet, and MyCred compatibility
- Faster repeat purchases with stored balance
- Promotional credits and referral bonus support
- Vendor payout to wallet option
Cloud Storage for Large Deliveries
- Amazon S3 integration for scalable file storage
- Google Cloud Storage support
- DigitalOcean Spaces compatibility
- Secure, expiring download links
- Handle files of any size without server strain
Advanced Analytics Dashboard
- Revenue tracking with period comparisons
- Vendor performance metrics and rankings
- Category insights and trending services
- Buyer behavior and conversion analytics
- Commission reports and payout tracking
Flexible Commission Management
- Global commission rates for all transactions
- Category-based commission variations
- Vendor-specific negotiated rates
- Tiered commissions rewarding high-volume sellers
- Flat fee options for premium listings
Who Is WP Sell Services For?
WP Sell Services is designed for anyone building a service marketplace, regardless of industry or scale. Here are some specific use cases where the plugin excels:
Freelance Marketplaces
- Legal services connecting clients with attorneys and paralegals
- Design marketplaces for logos, branding, UI/UX, and graphics
- Writing marketplaces for content creation, copywriting, and translation
- Development marketplaces for WordPress, Shopify, mobile apps, and custom software
Agency Directories
- Marketing agencies offering SEO, PPC, and social media services
- Web development agencies with standardized service packages
- Creative agencies for video production and photography
- Consulting firms with packaged advisory services
Education & Tutoring Platforms
- Online tutoring for academic subjects at all levels
- Music lesson booking with instructor profiles
- Language learning platforms connecting students with native speakers
- Professional certification coaching and exam prep
Professional Services Marketplaces
- Business consulting and strategy services
- Financial advisory and tax preparation
- Health and wellness coaching
- Career coaching and resume writing services
Local Services Platforms
- Home services including cleaning, repairs, and landscaping
- Event services connecting photographers, DJs, and caterers
- Personal services like fitness trainers and stylists
- Pet services covering grooming, sitting, and training
Comparison: WP Sell Services vs. Alternatives
vs. Fiverr/Upwork (Third-Party Platforms)
| Feature | Fiverr/Upwork | WP Sell Services |
|---|---|---|
| Platform Fees | 10-20% per transaction | $0 (you keep everything) |
| Branding | Their platform, their rules | Your brand, your domain |
| Customer Data | They own it | You own it completely |
| Customization | Very limited | Unlimited with WordPress |
| SEO Benefits | Their site gains authority | Your domain grows stronger |
| Monthly Costs | $0 but high commissions | Just hosting costs |
vs. Custom Development
| Factor | Custom Development | WP Sell Services |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Cost | $50,000 – $200,000+ | Free – $199 |
| Development Time | 6-12 months minimum | Hours to days |
| Ongoing Maintenance | $5,000+/month | Standard WP hosting |
| Feature Updates | Additional development cost | Included with license |
| Risk Level | High (unproven) | Low (battle-tested) |
| Support | Your dev team only | Active community + dedicated support |
vs. Woo Sell Services / EDD Sell Services
| Feature | Platform-Specific Plugins | WP Sell Services |
|---|---|---|
| E-commerce Lock-in | Yes (tied to WooCommerce or EDD) | No (choose any platform) |
| Direct Payments | Requires e-commerce plugin | Optional – works standalone |
| Platform Switching | Not possible without data loss | Seamless migration |
| Cloud Storage | Limited options | Full S3/GCS/DO Spaces support |
| Analytics | Basic reporting | Advanced dashboard with insights |
| Future Development | Maintenance only | Active feature development |
Technical Requirements
WP Sell Services is built for modern WordPress installations:
- WordPress 6.0+ required (6.4+ recommended)
- PHP 7.4+ minimum (PHP 8.x recommended for best performance)
- MySQL 5.7+ or MariaDB 10.3+
- Compatible with all major WordPress themes
- Works with popular page builders including Elementor, Beaver Builder, and Bricks
No e-commerce plugin is required for Pro’s direct payment features. For e-commerce integration, WooCommerce 7.0+ or EDD 3.0+ is recommended for the best experience.
What Happens to Woo Sell Services and EDD Sell Services?
After the WP Sell Services launch, Woo Sell Services and EDD Sell Services will be phased out gradually. Both plugins will continue to receive critical security patches and bug fixes, but all new feature development will focus exclusively on WP Sell Services going forward.
We’ll provide comprehensive migration guides for existing users, making the transition as smooth as possible. Current Woo Sell Services and EDD Sell Services license holders will receive special upgrade pricing for WP Sell Services Pro—we’re not leaving anyone behind. Your investment in our ecosystem is valued, and we want to make this transition beneficial for everyone.
Launch Details and Timeline
WP Sell Services launches in the next two weeks. Here’s exactly what to expect:
- Free version available on WordPress.org for immediate download
- Pro version with all advanced features from wbcomdesigns.com
- Comprehensive documentation with step-by-step setup guides
- Video tutorials covering common configuration scenarios
- Launch pricing – Special introductory rates for early adopters
- Priority support for Pro license holders
- Migration guides from Woo Sell Services and EDD Sell Services
- Demo site showcasing all features in action
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use WP Sell Services without WooCommerce or EDD?
Yes! WP Sell Services Pro includes direct payment gateway integration with Stripe, PayPal, and Razorpay. You don’t need any e-commerce plugin installed—the plugin handles payments directly.
Will my data migrate if I switch e-commerce platforms?
Yes. Your services, vendors, orders, reviews, and all marketplace data are stored independently from the e-commerce layer. Switching platforms requires only a settings change.
Is the free version sufficient for a small marketplace?
Absolutely. The free version includes complete marketplace functionality. Pro is designed for scaling with multiple payment options, advanced analytics, and cloud storage for large deliveries.
How do vendor payouts work?
With Pro’s Stripe Connect or PayPal Commerce integration, vendor payouts are automatic. Commission is deducted at transaction time, and vendors receive their earnings directly.
Can I customize the appearance to match my brand?
Yes. WP Sell Services works with your WordPress theme and includes extensive styling options. For complete control, developers can use template overrides.
Get Notified at Launch
The service marketplace model is proven—platforms like Fiverr process billions in transactions annually. Now you have a WordPress plugin that gives you the flexibility to build your own marketplace your way, without being locked into any single platform or payment system.
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Ready to build your service marketplace? The unified solution arrives in two weeks. Whether you’re migrating from our existing plugins or starting fresh, WP Sell Services gives you the foundation to compete with the biggest platforms while keeping complete control of your business.
