LearnDash Private Sessions 1.3.8.3
Description
LearnDash Private Sessions is a WordPress plugin add-on for LearnDash that adds a secure one-on-one messaging system for instructor-to-student coaching. It helps you move beyond public course discussions by enabling private conversations for questions, feedback, and topics that shouldn’t be shared in an open forum.
With this plugin, coaching leaders can start private sessions with individual students, keep communication organized, and encourage timely replies. The chat experience includes file uploads, site and email alerts, and a message indicator so students and coaches always know when a response is waiting.
Built to work with LearnDash themes and layouts, it’s designed for quick setup and smooth compatibility across your existing WordPress site.
Main Features
- Private 1:1 discussions — Start dedicated one-on-one sessions between a leader and a specific student.
- Secure messaging — Only participants can view the conversation content.
- File uploads in chat — Upload and discuss relevant documents directly within the private session.
- Customizable message bar — Adjust colors and the location of the message bar for a better fit in your interface.
- Custom notification emails — Send email alerts for new messages and personalize them using available variables.
- On-site alerts — Receive notifications within the site when new messages arrive.
- New message indicator — Show unread messages across the logged-in experience to prompt replies.
- Theme compatibility — Designed to work with any WordPress theme used with your LearnDash setup.
Benefits
- Better student support — Private coaching improves responsiveness for learners who need individualized guidance.
- More meaningful engagement — The unread/message indicator nudges students to return and interact when replies are ready.
- Higher course clarity — Leaders can explain sensitive or complex topics without forcing public visibility for everyone.
- Improved learning workflows — File uploads streamline sharing of assignments, references, and feedback materials.
- Actionable communication — Site and email notifications help reduce missed messages and support timely follow-ups.
Who is it suitable for?
- LearnDash course instructors offering private mentoring
- Coaching leaders and community managers moderating 1:1 guidance
- Educators who need private feedback instead of open forum discussions
- Online training programs running cohort-based learning
- Agencies and freelancers building managed learning experiences on WordPress
- Communities using LearnDash to support member-led learning
