When we look back at 2025, one thing is very clear — Academy LMS didn’t just grow, it matured.
What began as a powerful learning management system for WordPress evolved into a comprehensive education platform trusted by instructors, institutions, and entrepreneurs worldwide to deliver exceptional online learning experiences.
This year wasn’t about making noise. It was about building, innovating, and earning the trust of educators — one course at a time.
The Day Academy LMS Changed WordPress Education
Academy LMS officially launched with a fresh approach to online education on WordPress.
From the beginning, the mission was clear: create a learning management system that feels native to WordPress, eliminates the need for countless add-ons, and empowers educators to focus on teaching, not troubleshooting.
Early adopters immediately began creating courses, building learning communities, and monetizing their expertise. Their insights and feedback shaped every decision that followed.
Since launch, growth has been remarkable:
- ⭐ 4.9/5 average rating on WordPress.org
- 🏪 2000+ active learning platforms powered by Academy LMS
- 💙 Trusted by educators, institutions, course creators, and training professionals globally
2025 by the Numbers (Yes, We’re Proud of These)
Rather than a handful of major releases, 2025 became a year of relentless refinement.
Free Version:
- 38 total releases
- 37 new features added
- 140 bug fixes delivered
- 21 existing features enhanced
Pro Version:
- 33 total releases
- 28 major features introduced
- 70 bug fixes
- 07 feature improvements
This wasn’t by chance — it represents our unwavering commitment to shipping consistently, listening intently, and evolving continuously.
This release velocity reflects something crucial: Academy LMS is actively developed, actively supported, and actively growing alongside its community.
What We’ve Built So Far: Academy LMS Feature Highlights
AcademyLMS has evolved rapidly into a powerful and reliable learning management solution for WordPress. Our focus has been clear: remove complexity, improve performance, and give course creators complete control over how they deliver online courses, manage students, track progress, and monetize their expertise.
Every update has been shaped by real-world use cases, educator feedback, and modern WordPress standards—resulting in smoother learning experiences, stronger engagement tools, deeper integrations, and a more flexible teaching platform. The following features highlight what we’ve built so far to help educators and institutions scale with confidence while keeping things simple, fast, and learning-focused.
Attendance Addon Compatibility
Tracks student attendance automatically and generates detailed reports, helping instructors monitor participation efficiently and maintain accurate records.
MemberPress Integration Compatibility
Syncs course access with MemberPress memberships and automates subscription management for seamless learner access and control.
Device Login Restriction Addon
Restricts user login to specific devices to enhance account security and prevent unauthorized sharing of course access.
Mark as Complete” Button
Allows students to mark lessons as complete with one click, simplifying progress tracking for both learners and instructors.
Reset Course Progress on Re-enrollment
Automatically resets course progress for re-enrolled students, providing a clean learning restart without manual intervention.
Regenerate Default Certificates
Easily regenerate default certificates from the Tools page while maintaining previous formatting and settings.
New Certificate Variables
Adds Total Topics, “What You Will Learn,” and “Course Requirements” to certificates, giving students a complete learning overview.
Certificate Downloads Menu
Enables students to download earned certificates directly from the dashboard for easy access and sharing.
Prevent Video Skipping
Prevents students from skipping lesson videos, ensuring full engagement with the learning content.
HTML5 Video AutoPlay
Automatically plays lesson videos when opened, creating a smooth and uninterrupted learning experience.
YouTube Video Player Support
Supports YouTube lesson playback with enhanced PHP rendering for smooth and reliable streaming.
Create Courses from YouTube Playlist
Generates full courses directly from YouTube playlists, simplifying video-based course creation.
Student and Instructor Data Export
Exports all student and instructor data for reporting, analysis, and record-keeping in a simple and efficient way.
Student Table in Instructor Dashboard
Displays students in a structured table within the frontend dashboard for easy tracking of progress and completion.
WYSIWYG Editor
Provides an intuitive visual editor for creating and editing lessons quickly without technical complexity.
Lesson Data Custom CPT Compatibility
Supports custom post types for lessons, enabling advanced content management and flexibility.
AI-Powered Course Creation (ChatGPT)
Uses AI to generate high-quality course content quickly, saving instructors time and effort.
ChatGPT Integration Addon
Adds AI-powered content generation tools to enhance lesson creation and overall course quality.
AI-Powered Assignment Creation
Automatically generates assignments using AI, helping instructors create engaging tasks efficiently.
Negative Marking for Quiz Questions
Applies negative marks for incorrect answers, encouraging careful responses and improving assessment accuracy.
Lesson Comments Feature
Allows students and instructors to comment directly on lessons, facilitating feedback and discussion.
Push Notifications for Q&A
Sends real-time notifications for question and answer submissions and replies, keeping users updated instantly.
Email Triggers for Q&A
Automatically sends email alerts for Q&A activity, improving communication and engagement.
Native Payments Integration
Enables secure payments for memberships, subscriptions, multi-pricing, and affiliate tools directly on the platform.
Instructor Commission Integration (StoreEngine)
Automatically calculates and distributes instructor commissions for course sales.
Support for Course Bundles & Paid Tutor Booking
Allows selling bundled courses and paid booking services through StoreEngine for better revenue generation.
Fake WooCommerce Order Detection
Identifies fraudulent course orders to secure access and protect platform revenue.
Group Access & Team Training with Group Plus Addon
Manages courses for groups and teams while providing advanced group management features such as seat tracking, group assignments, and learner organization. Enables efficient handling of multiple learners with full control over group-based access and training structure.
Group Plus Integration with StoreEngine
Handles group enrollment, seat allocation, and group-based access smoothly.
Seat Availability Display
Shows remaining seats in group courses, helping users make informed enrollment decisions.
Full Customization with aBlocks
Provides drag-and-drop customization of course pages with full control over layout and design.
FSE Theme Integration
Supports Full Site Editing themes for complete site and course page customization.
Color Customization for Tutor Booking Pages
Allows branding customization of booking pages for a consistent visual experience.
[academy_course_featured_image]
The display course featured images using shortcode for better visual presentation.
[academy_course_enroll_widget_content]
Customizes and embeds the course enrollment widget anywhere on the site.
Password Protection & Scheduled Dates
Protects courses with passwords and controls access timing for structured content release.
Content Drip – Auto Lock Feature
Automatically locks course content after a set period to manage learning pace.
Schedule After Topics Complete
Unlocks lessons only after previous topics are completed, promoting structured learning.
Note-Taking (Admin & Student)
Allows both instructors and students to take notes during lessons for better retention.
WPML Integration
Supports full multilingual course management, allowing global learners to access content in their language.
Global & Individual Meeting Credentials
Supports both global default and individual meeting settings for flexibility.
Booking Table Privacy Protection
Hides private booking information to maintain user privacy.
Tutor Booking Booked – Email Trigger
Sends automated emails when a booking is made, keeping instructors and students informed.
Calendar Addon
Provides an advanced calendar for managing events, schedules, and deadlines.
Course View Analytics
Tracks course views, engagement, and learner activity to provide actionable insights.
Show Review After Minimum Completion
Displays the review form only after a defined completion percentage for meaningful feedback.
SendFox Integration
Connects courses with SendFox for automated email campaigns.
BuddyBoss Integration Addon
Adds social learning features including communities, groups, and interaction.
FluentCommunity Integration Addon
Introduces community and discussion features for enhanced learner interaction.
Redux Toolkit
Provides fast and reliable state management for improved performance.
MathJax–LaTeX Integration
Displays complex mathematical formulas and equations clearly.
Academy 3.3.5 Compatibility
Fully compatible with the Academy 3.3.5 update, ensuring smooth functionality.
Course Preview Addon
Allows students to preview courses before enrolling.
Frontend Dashboard Login Redirection
Redirects users to custom pages after login for better navigation.
Trust Earned from Real Usage
The results speak for themselves:
AcademyLMS maintains an impressive 4.9/5 average rating on WordPress.org, built entirely on real user reviews. More than 2000+ active learning platforms are powered by AcademyLMS, using it for everything from simple course delivery to complex multi-instructor educational ecosystems.
This level of trust isn’t bought — it’s earned through stability, support, and consistent delivery.
Academy LMS Content at a Glance
We’ve invested heavily in creating helpful, easy-to-follow content so educators can get started quickly and grow with confidence.
- 9 in-depth blog posts covering core eLearning concepts, product updates, and best practices to help users make smarter decisions.
- 34 detailed documentation articles designed to guide users step by step through setup, features, and advanced use cases.
- 17 tutorial videos that visually walk users through key features and real-life workflows inside AcademyLMS.
- 66 short-form reels focused on quick tips, feature highlights, and bite-sized learning for faster understanding.
Together, this content ecosystem ensures AcademyLMS users always have the guidance, clarity, and resources they need—whether they prefer reading, watching, or learning in quick snippets.
A Thank You to the Community
To everyone who installed AcademyLMS, tested new features, shared feedback, left reviews, or built real online courses with it — thank you. Your support, ideas, and trust are what shape every release and push the platform forward.
What’s Next: The Road Ahead for AcademyLMS in 2026
While 2025 was about building a solid foundation, 2026 is about taking Academy LMS to the next level. Here’s what we’re focused on:
📱 Mobile App Launch
Bring Academy LMS to mobile devices with a dedicated app, enabling learners to access courses anytime, anywhere with a seamless native experience.
🎨 Better UI/UX
Redesign the interface for even more intuitive navigation, cleaner layouts, and a more delightful user experience for both instructors and students.
⚙️ Enhanced Customization
Provide deeper customization options, giving educators more control over branding, layouts, and course presentation without touching code.
⚡ Performance Improvements
Optimize speed, reduce load times, and ensure Academy LMS runs smoothly even for large-scale learning platforms with thousands of students.
🔗 Deeper Kodezen Ecosystem Integration
Seamlessly integrate Academy LMS with all Kodezen products, creating a unified, powerful toolkit for building complete WordPress-based digital businesses.
Conclusion: Building the Future of WordPress eLearning
Academy LMS is more than just another LMS plugin. It’s a long-term vision to simplify online education on WordPress without compromising performance, flexibility, or control.
With a strong foundation and an ambitious roadmap ahead, we’re committed to building a modern, educator-friendly, and learner-focused eLearning ecosystem — one release at a time.
The future of WordPress eLearning is being built, and Academy LMS is proud to be part of that journey.