Understanding the implications of license expiration is important for maintaining the functionality and security of your WordPress website. This article outlines what to expect if your YMMV plugin license expires.
Lifetime License Holders
If you have purchased a lifetime license, your license will never expire. You can disregard this article as it does not apply to your situation.
Annual License Expiration Process
If you have purchased an annual license but decide to cancel your subscription:
- Your license will remain active until the end of the current billing cycle
- After the billing cycle ends, your license will expire
What You Lose When Your License Expires
Once your license expires, you will no longer have access to:
- Updates for the plugin
- Bug fixes
- Security updates
- Technical support
- No access to downloads in your YMMV account
Using the Plugin After License Expiration
While you can continue to use the plugin on sites where it is already active, there are several important considerations:
Important Notes for Expired Licenses
- No Further Updates: Your plugin version will become outdated as WordPress and other integrated platforms (such as WooCommerce) continue to release new versions. This can lead to compatibility issues and security vulnerabilities.
- Plugin Must Remain Activated: Once you deactivate the plugin or remove your license key, you will not be able to reactivate it without a valid license.
- No Account Access: You will lose access to any downloads in your YMMV account, meaning you cannot download the plugin again. It is your responsibility to maintain a backup copy of the plugin.
- Compatibility Risks: For plugins that integrate deeply with other systems (like Advanced Product Fields with WooCommerce), allowing your license to expire is not recommended due to potential compatibility issues as other systems update.
For continued access to updates, support, and the latest features, we recommend maintaining an active license for all YMMV plugins used on your production websites.