🚀 Overview

The Academy LMS Ebook Selling Addon is a dedicated extension built to integrate with the popular Academy LMS plugin, enabling you to offer, sell and manage digital eBooks alongside your online courses. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

In real-world usage, eLearning platforms using Academy LMS can now diversify revenue streams by offering downloadable books, study guides, workbooks or supplementary reading materials. Instructors can upload books, set pricing, offer previews, and students purchase them just like a course. This experience enriches a learning ecosystem beyond video lessons into a full-blown digital content marketplace.

Target users: online course creators, eLearning platform owners, WordPress educators, training companies, and developers implementing a turnkey add-on to monetise digital books within their existing Academy LMS infrastructure.

✨ Key Features

• Native integration with Academy LMS: Seamlessly adds “eBook” functionality into the existing LMS plugin. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• eBook upload & management: Admins/instructors can upload eBook files, set titles, authors, editions, categories and thumbnail/banner images. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Pricing flexibility: Offer free or paid eBooks, apply discounts, manage coupon codes and set pricing tiers. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
• Secure file delivery: Students can access download links after purchase; preview functionalities may be supported. :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Category & review system: eBooks organised by category; students can review/rate purchased items to build trust and engagement. :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Revenue split for multi-instructor setups: If you allow instructors, the addon supports splitting revenue so instructors and platform admin get their respective share. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Purchase history & reporting: Admins and instructors can view eBook sales, revenue reports by date filters, see admin vs instructor earnings. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}
• Student dashboard support: Students can browse the eBook marketplace, purchase, download and view their “My eBooks” list. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Responsive & modern UI: Works across desktop and mobile so that learners can browse/purchase/download on any device.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Platform: WordPress + Academy LMS plugin. The addon extends that ecosystem. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}
• Addon Framework: PHP, WordPress standards (hooks, filters, plugin architecture) for compatibility. (Implied)
• Frontend: HTML5/CSS3 with WordPress theme compatibility; responsive behaviour across devices.
• Database: MySQL / MariaDB storing eBook entries, sales logs, user data and metadata.
• Server Requirements: A WordPress hosting environment compatible with Academy LMS; typical PHP 7.4+ or PHP 8.x, appropriate memory limits, SSL recommended for secure sales.

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Prerequisite: Ensure you already have WordPress installed and the Academy LMS plugin activated. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
2. Download the Addon: Obtain the addon ZIP from your vendor (e.g., CodeCanyon item). :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
3. Upload via WordPress: In WP admin go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, and upload the ZIP file. Activate it.
4. Configure Settings: In Academy LMS settings or Addons section, locate “eBook Addon” and set default pricing, currency, file size limits, instructor permissions etc. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}
5. Add Categories: Admin: Academy LMS → eBook → Category → Add New. Build your taxonomy for eBooks. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}
6. Upload eBooks: Admin or instructor: Enter eBook details (title, category, price/discount), upload main file and optional preview file. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
7. Test Purchase Flow: Visit your site as student/user, browse eBooks, select one, purchase via payment gateway, verify that the “My eBooks” list updates and download link appears.
8. Go Live: Secure site (SSL), backup regularly, monitor sales and update plugin when new version released.

📦 Deliverables

• The full plugin ZIP package of the Academy LMS Ebook Selling Addon (version 1.x+). :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
• Documentation: installation guide, usage manual, developer notes provided by the addon author. :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Sample data or demo eBooks (may be included depending on vendor package).
• Optional updates: new features or fixes may be delivered via vendor marketplace. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

📱 Supported Platforms

• WordPress Websites: Works on WP installations where Academy LMS is active and compatible theme is used.
• Desktop & Mobile Browsers: Students and instructors can use any modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) on desktops, tablets or phones.
• Hosting Environments: Supports typical WordPress hosting environments (shared, VPS, dedicated) as long as plugin requirements are met.

🧠 Notes

• License Type: The addon is available as a standard commercial WordPress plugin — check the vendor listing for licence details. According to some resellers, it is redistributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License)</strong) for unlimited-domain usage. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}
• Customization Tips:
  • Rebrand the eBook storefront: custom colours, banner images, fonts, and user experience to match your brand.
  • Offer bundle deals: combine courses + eBooks by offering discounted bundles or automatic suggestions of eBooks after course completion.
  • Enable multiple file formats: PDF, EPUB, DOCX to serve a variety of learner preferences.
  • Use analytics: monitor which eBooks are top sellers and iterate content, ask instructors to create eBooks around popular course topics for revenue synergy.
• SEO & Education Assurance: With an integrated eBook marketplace inside your LMS, you improve your educational platform’s authority and content richness—helping with search engine indexing, internal linking, and user engagement metrics. This aligns with E-E-A-T principles (experience of learners, expertise of instructors, authoritativeness of your platform, trust via secure payments/downloads).
• Experience & Real-World Relevance: Many educational businesses increasingly sell supplementary materials like workbooks and reference eBooks alongside online courses. This addon directly supports that workflow, giving you a mature solution to monetise digital assets and serve learners. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}