No. CodifyKit Certificate Manager is a standalone WordPress plugin. WooCommerce is not required.
Can I customize the serial number format?+
You can set any prefix — your brand name, abbreviation, or course code. The full format is `PREFIX-COURSESLUG-NUMBER` and the number auto-increments per course, starting at 1101.
How does the public verification work?+
Add the shortcode `
Certificate Verification
Enter the certificate serial number to verify its authenticity
Certificate Serial Number
` to any page. Visitors type the certificate serial and the system checks your database in real time. No login required.
Can I add extra fields to the certificate?+
Yes. Go to Settings → Custom Fields and add any field you need — text, number, textarea, or image. These fields appear in the issue form and on the verification result automatically.
Is the data stored on my server?+
Yes. All certificate data is stored in your own WordPress database. The only external connection is to codifykit.com for license validation.
Can I use one license on multiple websites?+
One license activates on one domain. Purchase additional licenses for additional sites.
What happens if the license expires?+
The public verification widget continues to work. The admin write functions (issue certificate, add course, change settings) become restricted until the license is renewed.
Does it work with any WordPress theme?+
Yes. The admin panel is fully self-contained. The `
Certificate Verification
Enter the certificate serial number to verify its authenticity
Certificate Serial Number
` widget uses inline styles to prevent theme interference.
