LearnDash

LearnDash is a creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) service operated by LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand), headquartered in Frisco, Texas, United States. The product was founded in 2013 and is currently privately held; part of StellarWP under Liquid Web. LearnDash competes with Teachable, Thinkific, LifterLMS and Kajabi for online-course delivery. The anchor reference price for 2026 is around USD 199 per year for the LearnDash LMS plugin (1 site). This 2026 review summarises LearnDash's operator background, current tier ladder, the named features that matter, and Subger's tracking tools so you can evaluate fit before committing.

Quick facts

• Operator: LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand)
• Headquarters: Frisco, Texas, United States
• Founded: 2013
• Public-market status: privately held; part of StellarWP under Liquid Web
• Service category: creator platforms (LMS for WordPress)
• Tier ladder (2026): LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site), LearnDash Cloud (hosted)
• Anchor price reference: around USD 199 per year for the LearnDash LMS plugin (1 site)

What is LearnDash?

LearnDash is a creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) product operated by LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand) from Frisco, Texas, United States, originally founded in 2013. The service targets customers who want the specific feature mix listed below — a real category fit rather than a generic offering. LearnDash is billed in local currency through the operator's standard payment channels, with the LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site) tier as the typical entry point on the ladder. The current 2025-2026 product emphasis is summarised in the differentiator section below — these are concrete shipped or in-flight changes rather than speculative roadmap items.

Why choose LearnDash

Category positioning

LearnDash competes with Teachable, Thinkific, LifterLMS and Kajabi for online-course delivery. LearnDash earns its slot in the creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) bracket by combining the named features in the section below with a credible operator (see Quick facts), so the buying decision rests on capability fit rather than brand recognition alone.

Plan structure

The tier ladder for 2026 is: LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site), LearnDash Cloud (hosted). The LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site) tier is the entry point with around USD 199 per year for the LearnDash LMS plugin (1 site) as the anchor price. Step-up tiers add capacity, seats, capability or coverage depending on the specific creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) category. Confirm live regional prices on the operator's site, and use Subger's true-price tracker for LearnDash to track the actual all-in renewal cost over time.

2025-2026 differentiator

In 2025-2026 LearnDash continued growing the hosted LearnDash Cloud SaaS offer alongside the original self-hosted WordPress plugin.

LearnDash features that matter in 2026

The current named feature set:

• WordPress-native LMS plugin and hosted LearnDash Cloud option
• drip-fed lessons and quizzes
• course points, badges and certificates
• ProPanel reporting
• Groups for cohort delivery
• BuddyBoss and WooCommerce integrations
• extensive add-on library (focus mode, gradebook, etc.)

These are the specific surfaces LearnDash ships today — not a generic checklist. The most material change for 2026 buyers is reflected in the differentiator above, and the live signup page on the operator's site should be treated as the source of truth for any region-specific availability.

LearnDash pricing in 2026

The anchor reference for 2026 is: around USD 199 per year for the LearnDash LMS plugin (1 site). The full tier comparison:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost (taxes, FX conversion, promotional anchors that may step up at renewal):

Creator workflow

LearnDash operates from Frisco, Texas, United States under LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand), founded in 2013. Monetisation and creator-ops context: the service is regulated by, distributed through and serviced under the operator's standard processes for its home market and any adjacent regions where it operates. Customers should confirm regional availability, supported payment methods and any localisation differences on the operator's live signup flow before committing to annual billing.

Who LearnDash fits

LearnDash is a good match for the following buyers:

• The category-focused subscriber who wants creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) delivered by LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand) from Frisco, Texas, United States, with a credible 2025-2026 product trajectory rather than a generic global aggregator.
• The mainstream subscriber evaluating the LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site) tier as the entry point and weighing the step-up to higher tiers in the ladder.
• The 2026 buyer who specifically wants the differentiator described above plus the named features listed earlier in this review.
• The price-sensitive shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to a longer billing period.
• The careful renewer who wants to verify the actual all-in renewal cost after taxes, FX and post-promotional step-ups instead of relying on the headline list price.

Frequently asked questions

What is LearnDash and who operates it?

LearnDash is a creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) service operated by LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand), headquartered in Frisco, Texas, United States. The product was founded in 2013 and is currently privately held; part of StellarWP under Liquid Web. LearnDash competes with Teachable, Thinkific, LifterLMS and Kajabi for online-course delivery.

How much does LearnDash cost in 2026?

The current tier ladder is: LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site), LearnDash Cloud (hosted). The anchor reference for the entry tier is around USD 199 per year for the LearnDash LMS plugin (1 site). Local-currency pricing, promotional first-period anchors and bundled discounts can change these numbers — confirm the live price on the operator's site before committing.

Is there a free tier or trial for LearnDash?

The free or trial position depends on the tier. Some tiers in the ladder above offer introductory promotions or limited free access; the operator's live signup page is the source of truth for current free-tier or trial mechanics.

Where is LearnDash available?

Availability follows LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand)'s licensing and operational footprint from Frisco, Texas, United States. LearnDash primarily serves customers in the operator's home market and any adjacent markets listed on its signup page. Use a payment method and account address registered in a supported region.

What sets LearnDash apart in 2026?

In 2025-2026 LearnDash continued growing the hosted LearnDash Cloud SaaS offer alongside the original self-hosted WordPress plugin. Treat the live signup page as the source of truth for the most recent capability or pricing change.

Which devices and platforms does LearnDash support?

LearnDash ships the named features listed earlier in this review — web, app and (where relevant) hardware surfaces that match the creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) category. Confirm device-specific compatibility on the live signup or product page before purchase.

How do I cancel LearnDash?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled accounts. Subger's cancellation guide walks through each route in detail.

Does LearnDash offer a family, multi-seat or multi-user plan?

Family, multi-seat or multi-account structures depend on the tier. Premium or business tiers commonly add multi-profile, multi-seat or shared-household support; entry tiers may restrict simultaneous use. Confirm the per-tier seat, vehicle, device or account limit on the live pricing page.

Is LearnDash worth it compared with category alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you'll use, the regional price after taxes and FX (Subger's true-price tracker reconciles headline price with the actual all-in renewal cost), and the credibility of the 2025-2026 product trajectory described in the differentiator section. LearnDash screens well when those three align; budget-constrained users may prefer the entry tier or wait for promotional pricing.

How can I track price changes for LearnDash?

Subger's renewal tracker for LearnDash records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discounts and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with LearnDash

Confirm the current regional price on LearnDash LLC (StellarWP / Liquid Web brand)'s site, choose the tier that matches your usage (LearnDash LMS plugin (per-site) is the common starting point on the ladder above), and check Subger's deals page for LearnDash for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

Related Subger guides

• Cancel LearnDash guide
• Latest LearnDash deals
• LearnDash promo codes
• LearnDash true price and renewal tracker
• Browse the creator platforms (LMS for WordPress) category hub
• All services on Subger