MediaAid Plugin – Empowering Journalism

MediaAid is a free WordPress plugin designed to empower journalists, writers, content creators, news sites, and blogging sites by providing them with a seamless way to receive financial support from their fans, readers, and the general public. With Media Aid, you can effortlessly accept one-time or recurring grants, tips, royalties, and subscriptions through the secure Razorpay platform.

The plugin boasts a user-friendly interface that is both desktop and mobile-friendly, ensuring a smooth experience for all users. Once activated, Media Aid seamlessly integrates with your website, placing a convenient contribution option at the footer of every post. This prominent placement encourages public contributions and allows your audience to show their support with just a few clicks.

By leveraging the power of Media Aid, content creators can build a community of loyal fans while increasing their income through sustainable financial contributions. Let Media Aid transform your website into a platform that fosters independent journalism and amplifies your impact on the world.

MediaAid

Version : 1.0.0
WordPress Version : 3.3 or higher
Tested up to : 6.2.1

Features

  • Receive one-time or recurring grants, tips, royalties, and subscriptions through Razorpay.
  • Customize support text messages for desktop and mobile.
  • Add or edit logos for desktop and mobile.
  • Set payment title and description.
  • Control the time for opening the payment popup.
  • Set a recurring payment limit in months.
  • Enable or disable recurring payments.

Upgrade Notice
There are no upgrade notices at this time.

Installation

  1. Upload the “mediaaid” folder to the “/wp-content/plugins/” directory.
  2. Activate the plugin through the “Plugins” menu in WordPress.
  3. Go to the “MediaAid Settings” page and enter your Razorpay API Key and API Secret.
  4. Customize the support text, logos, payment title, description, and other settings according to your preferences.

Free Installation and Setup Assistance

We recognize the significance of a smooth installation and setup process when it comes to WordPress plugins. To guarantee a hassle-free experience for our users, we are pleased to offer free assistance for installation and setup. If you require guidance with the setup process, please click on ( Assistance ) link, and our team will promptly get in touch with you to provide the support you need.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Media Aid?

A: Media Aid is a free WordPress plugin that enables journalists, writers, content creators, news sites, and blogging sites to receive financial support from their audience and the general public.

Q: Do I need a Razorpay account to use this plugin?

A: Yes, a Razorpay account, API Key, and API Secret are required to use the MediaAid plugin. The funds received will go directly to your Razorpay account, subject to Razorpay’s terms and conditions.

Q: How can I receive financial support using Media Aid?

A: With Media Aid, you can accept one-time or recurring grants, tips, royalties, and subscriptions through the secure Razorpay platform.

Q: Is Media Aid easy to use?

A: Yes, Media Aid provides a user-friendly interface that is compatible with both desktop and mobile devices. Its intuitive design ensures a seamless experience for both content creators and their audience.

Q: Where will the contribution option appear on my website?

A: Once you activate Media Aid, an easy contribution option will be displayed at the footer of every post on your website. This prominent placement encourages public contributions and makes it convenient for your audience to support your work.

Q: Can I customize the appearance of Media Aid on my website?

A: Yes, Media Aid allows you to customize support text messages for both desktop and mobile devices. Additionally, you can add or edit logos specifically for desktop and mobile views.

Q: Can I personalize the payment details?

A: Absolutely, you have the option to set the payment title and description according to your preferences.

Q: Is there a specific time for opening the payment popup?

A: Yes, you have control over the time it takes for the payment popup to appear, allowing you to optimize the user experience.

Q: Can I set a limit for recurring payments?

A: Yes, Media Aid provides the flexibility to set a recurring payment limit in months, giving you control over the duration of recurring contributions.

Q: Can I enable or disable recurring payments?

A: Yes, Media Aid allows you to enable or disable recurring payments based on your preferences and the needs of your audience.

Q: Is MediaAid compatible with all WordPress themes?

A: MediaAid has been tested on various popular newspaper themes and provides optimal results. However, due to the wide range of WordPress themes available, it is recommended to test the plugin with your specific theme and make any necessary adjustments.

Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions about MediaAid, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at Info@hpcmf.org. We appreciate your support and look forward to hearing from you soon.

License

MediaAid is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 (GPL-3.0). For more details, please see the MediaAid License file included with the plugin.

Disclaimer

The MediaAid plugin is provided “as is” without any warranty, expressed or implied. The creators of this plugin do not guarantee its functionality, compatibility with all WordPress themes or plugins, or suitability for any specific purpose.

The MediaAid plugin integrates with Razorpay for payment processing. The plugin works according to the terms and conditions set forth by Razorpay. The creators of this plugin, including the plugin developer, maker, and the company, do not assume any responsibility for the security, privacy, legality, or any issues that may arise from the use of Razorpay or the MediaAid plugin.

Users of the MediaAid plugin are solely responsible for complying with the terms and conditions, privacy policies, and any other requirements set by Razorpay. Any financial transactions or interactions between users and Razorpay are solely between the parties involved, and the creators of the MediaAid plugin shall not be held liable for any loss, damages, or disputes arising from such transactions.

It is recommended that users thoroughly review and understand the terms and conditions, privacy policies, and any other relevant documentation provided by Razorpay before using the MediaAid plugin.

By using the MediaAid plugin, you acknowledge and agree that the creators, developers, makers, and the company shall not be held liable for any loss, damages, or issues arising from the use of the plugin or any interactions with Razorpay.

Please seek professional advice or consult with Razorpay directly if you have any concerns, questions, or specific requirements regarding the use of the MediaAid plugin or the services provided by Razorpay.

 

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Acknowledgements

We would like to thank the following individuals and organizations for their contributions to MediaAid:

– HARISHCHANDRA PRESS CLUB AND MEDIA FOUNDATION (HPCMF)