Restrict Content Pro vs. Join It

A simpler alternative to Restrict Content Pro

Restrict Content Pro offers a WordPress plugin to set up membership sites within your own environment—complete with content restrictions, subscription levels, add-ons, and developer-friendly tools. Join It gives you the core features you need, without manual plugin management, hidden complexities, or WordPress dependencies.

Clean, modern interface

Transparent pricing

Integrates with the tools you already use

Here’s what happens when Restrict Content Pro users switch to Join It

Before (with Restrict Content Pro)
WordPress plugin-based system requiring your own hosting and setup
Pricing starts from $99/year for one site, with tiers at $149/year (5 sites), $249/year (unlimited sites), and a lifetime $499 bundle for plugin suite access
Offers powerful content restriction, unlimited membership levels, coupons, invoicing, Stripe/PayPal payments, and 34 add-ons (drip content, group accounts, REST API)
Requires manual updates, plugin management, and WordPress familiarity—essentials, but not simple for non‑technical users
After (with Join It)
Clean, intuitive design built for ease of use—even if you’re not on WordPress
Transparent plans starting at $29/month, no annual renewal needed
Integrates seamlessly with Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Zapier, Stripe—without plugins
Focused membership tools such as digital cards, member timelines, and self-service renewals
Quick, self‑serve setup with responsive customer support

Built to support your workflow, not replace it

Join It offers all the essential membership tools, without forcing you into a closed ecosystem.

Member Timeline

Member Timeline

Track key actions across each member’s lifecycle (no CRM degree required).

Useful Integrations

Useful Integrations

Connect Join It to Eventbrite, Mailchimp, Zapier, and Stripe to keep everything in sync.

Custom Checkout Options

Custom Checkout Options

Add optional donations, create flexible membership types, and set up one‑time or recurring payments.

Quick, Easy Setup

Quick, Easy Setup

Get started in minutes. Everything’s self-serve, with fast support if you need help.

Feature by feature, here’s how it compares

From ease of setup to available features, see what truly sets Join It apart.

Join It

Use with your existing website

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Custom membership types

Join It

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Multiple admin access

Join It

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Custom fields on member profiles

Join It

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Digital membership cards

Join It

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Automated renewal emails

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Member activity timeline

Join It

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Event management

Join It

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Public and private directories

Join It

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Mailchimp and Zapier integration

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Transparent pricing

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No onboarding fees

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Fast, human support

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What sets Join It apart

Plugin-free, no-hosting membership

Join It

Everything’s included—no WordPress or plugins required.

Restrict Content Pro

Powerful, but can feel overwhelming and unfocused.

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Stand-alone value with digital cards

Join It

Inclusive membership features from day one.

Restrict Content Pro

Add-ons and WordPress knowledge required for full use.

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Faster, simpler setup

Join It

Live in minutes with clear navigation and support.

Restrict Content Pro

Setup takes hours and invite technical dependency.

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Tagline How Restrict Content Pro & Join It are alike

Both support multiple membership levels and recurring payments.

Both support multiple membership levels and recurring payments.

Both include automated emails and membership management.

Both include automated emails and membership management.

Both offer robust tools to run a membership programme—but with vastly different implementation paths.

Both offer robust tools to run a membership programme—but with vastly different implementation paths.

Join It vs Restrict Content Pro pricing

Join It

Starting at

$29

/mo

Transparent pricing with no hidden costs

No plugin setup or domain management needed

Includes digital membership cards and essential integrations

14‑day free trial, no card required

Starting for

$99

/mo

/yr

Higher tiers available for multiple or unlimited sites

One-time plugin bundle offered at $499

WordPress plugin that requires multiple add-ons for full functionality

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Top-rated customer support

4.9 Stars on Capterra

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ZFIT found Join It to be very simple to understand due to its clean layout and stellar customer support. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for membership software!
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Bernd Z.
The Modern Whig Institute appreciated how easy it was to set up their membership program and then make adjustments as needed. Would highly recommend Join It to others.
Modern Whig Institute
Kevin J Rogers
Easily handles our membership management needs with a minimum of fuss. Excellent value for the money. Tremendous customer support (can't say this enough!)
The Orient Association
Tony A.

Try Join It and see the difference

No pressure. No credit card. Just modern membership software that works the way you do.

30 day free trial
Transparent pricing
Quick setup and live support
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