Collecting payments and donations on WordPress shouldn’t be a headache. Yet, for many Nigerian and African website owners, the options are frustrating: either install a massive eCommerce store (WooCommerce) just to sell one item, or use complex foreign plugins that don’t support our local gateways well.
That’s why I built Formipay — a simple, flexible WordPress plugin that helps you create instant payment and donation forms using trusted gateways like Paystack and Flutterwave.
Whether you run a nonprofit, church, school, or digital agency, Formipay makes it easy to start receiving payments directly on your website without the bloat.
The Motivation Behind Formipay
Formipay was born out of real conversations and real needs.
Over the last year, I received numerous messages from web designers, website owners, nonprofits, and small business operators asking the same question: > “How can I integrate donations or payments into my WordPress website without a complex setup or writing code?”
Many people shared their frustrations:
- Complexity: Existing plugins felt too technical or required hiring a developer.
- Cost: Some “free” plugins charged hidden percentages on top of Paystack/Flutterwave fees.
- Bloat: Installing WooCommerce just to accept a church offering or sell an ebook felt like killing a mosquito with a sledgehammer.
It became clear that there was a gap. People needed a straightforward, beginner-friendly solution that works out of the box.
Formipay was developed to remove these barriers.
The goal was simple: create a lightweight WordPress plugin that allows anyone regardless of technical skill to add donation and payment functionality to their website. No complexity, no extra platform fees, just results.
Why Use Formipay?
Most website owners struggle with setting up payment forms that look good and convert well. Formipay solves this by focusing on Speed and Security.
Here is what makes Formipay different:
1. Instant “Inline” Payments (Zero Redirects)
Unlike other plugins that redirect your visitors to a Paystack or Flutterwave page to pay, Formipay uses Inline Popups. Your donors click “Pay,” the secure popup appears instantly, they complete the transfer, and they get a success message all without ever leaving your website. This keeps trust high and conversion rates higher.
2. Elementor Ready (Drag & Drop)
We know you love design. That’s why Formipay comes with a native Elementor Widget. You don’t need to mess around with shortcodes if you don’t want to. Just drag the Formipay widget into your page, select your campaign from the dropdown, and you are live.
3. Bank-Grade Security
Lightweight doesn’t mean weak. Formipay uses Server-Side Verification for every single transaction. We don’t just trust the browser; we verify the payment directly with Paystack or Flutterwave’s API before logging it in your dashboard. This prevents fraud and ensures your records are 100% accurate.
4. Dual Modes: Donations & Services
- Flexible Mode: Perfect for NGOs and Churches. Let the donor decide how much to give.
- Fixed Mode: Perfect for Freelancers. Create a form for “SEO Audit,” lock the price at ₦50,000, and send the link to your client.
Who Is Formipay For?
Formipay is built for:
- Nonprofits & Charities: Accept donations with a “Cover Fees” option (coming soon).
- Churches: Simple offering and tithe collection.
- Freelancers: Get paid for services professionally.
- Event Organizers: Collect registration fees easily.
- Digital Creators: Sell access to webinars or content.
How to Get Started
Getting started is simple:
- Install the plugin from the WordPress repository.
- Connect your Paystack or Flutterwave API keys (Test or Live mode).
- Create your first payment form.
- Add it to any page using the Shortcode
[formipay id="123"]or the Elementor Widget.
Built for Simplicity, Designed for Impact
Formipay was created to help individuals and organizations remove barriers to receiving support online. No complicated setup. No unnecessary features. Just a straightforward way to collect payments.
Try Formipay Today You can install Formipay directly from the WordPress plugin directory: 👉 Download Formipay on WordPress.org
Formipay is actively being improved by me, more integrations and features are coming soon. Your feedback helps us grow!
