There is no specific ClickFunnels/WordPress integration available, but some easy workarounds make it possible to connect the two platforms.
I’ve explored all the available methods to find out which one is best.
Key Takeaways:
- A WordPress plugin exists for ClickFunnels Classic but costs $99/month
- Create a subdomain from your WordPress domain to use with ClickFunnels
- Add hyperlinks to either site on your WordPress and ClickFunnels pages
Why Integrate ClickFunnels with WordPress?
WordPress and ClickFunnels are two amazing pieces of tech specializing in different areas. WordPress is the top option for creating websites and implementing SEO, while ClickFunnels is one of the best platforms for marketing and selling digital products.
Combining the two gives you the best of both worlds and high-quality features in both website building and marketing.
Although you can technically do everything that ClickFunnels does in WordPress by installing and using various plugins, this doesn’t make sense if you’ve already been using ClickFunnels and have built up a lot of content.
Rather than spend all that time and energy recreating everything in WordPress, a faster—and simpler—solution is to integrate the two platforms.
Is There a ClickFunnels WordPress Plugin?
A ClickFunnels WordPress plugin does exist, but the important thing to note is that ClickFunnels itself does not offer it. Instead, FastFlow.io provides it.
This consists of a self-contained plugin ecosystem designed to help users build membership sites, CRM, and marketing systems within WordPress.
In a nutshell, FastFlow.io lets you place selected WordPress pages behind a paywall to enable you to create a membership site out of them.
You can use the ClickFunnels plugin to connect your ClickFunnels Classic account to FastFlow’s FastMember content protection system. This will then allow you to record ClickFunnels transactions in WordPress and grant access to your WordPress membership sites when someone purchases via a ClickFunnels sales page.
How Much Does the ClickFunnels WordPress Plugin Cost?
Another drawback to this plugin is that you can’t use it without a FastFlow account—which isn’t free.
To use FastFlow, you must pay the following (after a 14-day free trial):
- Monthly: $99
- Yearly: $999
This will only be worth it if you plan to use all the other FastFlow features and capabilities to create and sell your learning content.
On the other hand, if you’re simply looking for a way to connect your ClickFunnels account with WordPress, one of the other solutions in this article will be more suitable and cost you considerably less.
How to Use the ClickFunnels WordPress Plugin
To get a feel for whether or not FastFlow.io is right for you, I recommend checking out its website to see if you’ll use its other features. If it’s a good fit for your business, sign up for an account by clicking any of the “Start Your 14-day Free Trial” buttons.
Once you have done that, head to the products section of the FastFlow website and click to download the ClickFunnels plugin. You can also find the download link in the WordPress Plugin Directory.
Once you have installed the plugin, click to activate it.
Go into your FastMember product settings and scroll until you see the ClickFunnels integration. Copy the Webhook URL, and then head over to your ClickFunnels account.
Go into the ClickFunnels funnel you want to connect. Click on “Edit funnel options” and then “Access integrations.”
Paste the Webhook URL into the provided space.
Next, go to the “Products” tab and find the product attached to your sales funnel. Hover the mouse over the cog icon and observe the URL in the screen’s bottom-left corner.
You need to note the code after the word “Products.”
Finally, go back to your WordPress site and into the FastMember product settings. Type the code you just noted down into the “ClickFunnels Product ID” space.
Repeat this process for as many products as you need.
Now, whenever a customer purchases a product from your ClickFunnels funnel, they will receive an email containing login details for your WordPress membership site.
Alternatives to the ClickFunnels WordPress Plugin
Use Unique Subdomains
A much easier way to use ClickFunnels with WordPress is to connect the two using unique sub-domains. Better still, it doesn’t matter which version of ClickFunnels you have for this to work.
All you need for this is a custom domain you have purchased, either on WordPress or elsewhere. You must also be using it already with your existing WordPress site.
You now need to create a new subdomain to use with ClickFunnels. To do this, follow the instructions in the control center of your domain provider. The process varies depending on where you bought your domain, but since it’s a common task, all providers will have step-by-step instructions on how to do it.
However, if you purchased your domain via WordPress, do the following:
Go into your WordPress account, click the domains tab, and select “Add new domain.” Then, click on “Use a domain I own.”
Enter the name of your subdomain. There is a specific way to do this. If your domain is “mywebsite.com,” the subdomain name must be added to the start, followed by a period.
For example:
- sales.mywebsite.com
- offer.mywebsite.com
- webinar.mywebsite.com
When you have chosen your subdomain, click “Continue.”
Next, select to connect your domain.
Now, head to your ClickFunnels account and click “Workspace settings.” Select “Domains” and “Connect existing domain.”
Add in your new subdomain, and you’re done. Your ClickFunnels funnels and pages will now be connected to your WordPress site.
I believe this is the best method for connecting the two platforms. It’s not free, but it is considerably more affordable than the plugin. Plus, you’re not restricted to ClickFunnels Classic, and it will give you a professional and seamless result with minimal technical knowledge.
Add Links on Either Site
Arguably, the easiest way to connect ClickFunnels with your WordPress site is to include hyperlinks on your pages.
It doesn’t require any knowledge of domain connection or complicated plugins, either. Simply grab the URL of your live page and add it as a hyperlink on the other site.
I recommend adding your hyperlinks to call-to-action buttons because they are more likely to be clicked on than if you embedded them within page text.
So, there you go: three ways to integrate ClickFunnels with WordPress. Which one will you use?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It Worth Integrating ClickFunnels with WordPress?
Yes, if you already use ClickFunnels, it is worth integrating it with your WordPress site. This saves you the time and effort of recreating all your ClickFunnels content within WordPress.
Should I Pay to Integrate ClickFunnels with WordPress?
There is no need to pay to integrate ClickFunnels with WordPress. You can do it for free by adding hyperlinks to either site on your published pages.
