1. The Real Problems The Business Faces
- Teachable or Kajabi charging expensive monthly platform fees ($150 - $399/mo).
- Students pirating unlisted YouTube video links without access control.
- Inability to integrate local Pakistani or regional payment methods with US platforms.
2. The Production Plugin Stack
Do not guess which plugins work together. Here is the verified stack where each tool plays a specific, non-overlapping role:
| Role in the Site | Plugin | Architecture Guide |
|---|---|---|
| LMS Courses | LearnDash | Read Guide → |
| Community & Gates | Paid Memberships Pro | Read Guide → |
| Design & Sales Pages | Elementor | Read Guide → |
| Security & Video Locks | Wordfence | Read Guide → |
3. Step-by-Step Build Workflow
1. Course Hierarchy
Structure modules, lessons, downloadable resources, and completion requirements.
2. Content Protection
Lock lessons behind membership levels with Vimeo or Bunny.net video security.
3. High-Converting Sales Funnel
Build long-form sales page with instructor bio, video teasers, student testimonials, and FAQ.
4. Deliverables & Client Handover Checklist
- ✓ Student portal dashboard
- ✓ Video lesson player
- ✓ Automated certificate on completion
- ✓ Checkout funnel
5. Monthly Retainers & Upsells
Do not sell a one-time build and walk away. Present these monthly add-ons during proposal delivery:
- Affiliate Partner System
- Community Discussion Forum
- Monthly Funnel Optimization
6. Client Pitch Script
“You don’t need to pay $3,000 every year to Kajabi. We build your own self-hosted academy where you keep 100% of your earnings and control your students.”
7. Freelancer Pricing Guidelines
Recommended freelancer project pricing: $1,500 - $3,500.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do we protect video files from download?
We host videos on Bunny.net or Vimeo with domain-level privacy so videos only play on your authenticated student portal.