Installation

AcquisitionSuite requires WordPress 6.2 or higher, PHP 7.4 or higher, MySQL 5.6 or higher, and the openssl, mbstring, and json PHP extensions. HTTPS is required if you plan to accept payments.

Install the plugin

There are two ways to install AcquisitionSuite, depending on where you obtained the plugin.

Method 1: Upload the ZIP file

Use this method if you downloaded AcquisitionSuite directly from the AcquisitionSuite website or received a ZIP file.

1. Download the ZIP file from acquisitionsuite.ufirstdev.com.
2. In your WordPress admin area, go to Plugins → Add New Plugin.
3. Click Upload Plugin.
4. Click Choose File and select the AcquisitionSuite ZIP file.
5. Click Install Now.
6. Once installation is complete, click Activate Plugin.
7. Go to AcquisitionSuite → Dashboard to confirm that the plugin is active.

Method 2: Install from WordPress Plugin Directory

This method is available for the AcquisitionSuite Lite edition published on WordPress.org.

1. Log in to your WordPress admin area.
2. Go to Plugins → Add New Plugin.
3. Search for AcquisitionSuite.
4. Locate the official AcquisitionSuite plugin.
5. Click Install Now.
6. After installation finishes, click Activate.
7. Go to AcquisitionSuite → Dashboard to start using the plugin.

Note: The WordPress Plugin Directory provides the Lite edition. Pro and Agency features require a paid license and are installed separately using the ZIP package provided after purchase.

Activate a paid license

If you purchased a Solo, Growth, Pro, or Agency plan:

1. Go to AcquisitionSuite → License.
2. Enter the license key you received after purchase.
3. Click Activate License.
4. Confirm that the license status shows as active.

The Lite edition works immediately without a license key.

First-time setup checklist

After activating AcquisitionSuite, complete the following setup steps:

• Upload at least one file under AcquisitionSuite → Upload Files

• Create a download page and add the shortcode [acquis_download id="X"]
• Configure your sender email under Settings → Email: Delivery
• Configure your payment gateway under Payment Settings if you plan to sell downloads
• Submit a test form to confirm your lead capture process works
• Check Email Logs to confirm that emails are being processed correctly
• Test the complete visitor-to-lead or purchase journey before going live

Recommended next step

Once installation is complete, start with the AcquisitionSuite → Dashboard and follow the setup prompts to configure your first lead capture, download, form, or acquisition workflow.