Creator Suite works with any WordPress site running a supported version of WordPress and PHP. This guide covers installing both the free and Pro versions.
Requirements #
- WordPress 5.9 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher
- Any WordPress theme (classic themes, block themes, and page builders like Elementor are all supported)
No custom database configuration or server modules are required beyond a standard WordPress installation.
Installing Creator Suite (Free) #
The free version is available from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
- In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New
- Search for Creator Suite
- Click Install Now, then Activate
[SCREENSHOT: WordPress plugin search results showing Creator Suite with Install Now button]
That’s it — the plugin is ready to use. You’ll see a new Creator Suite menu item in your admin sidebar with sections for Reviews, Comparisons, Roundups, and Guides.
[SCREENSHOT: WordPress admin sidebar showing the Creator Suite menu expanded with all submenu items]
Installing Creator Suite Pro #
The Pro version is downloaded from your Site Nitro account after purchase.
- Purchase a Pro license at sitenitro.com/plugins/creator-suite
- Download the
creator-suite.zipfile from your Site Nitro account - In your WordPress admin, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Choose the zip file and click Install Now
[SCREENSHOT: WordPress Upload Plugin screen with the creator-suite.zip file selected]
If you already have the free version installed, WordPress will ask if you want to replace it. Click Replace current with uploaded — all your existing content and settings will be preserved.
[SCREENSHOT: WordPress “This plugin is already installed” prompt with the Replace button highlighted]
- Click Activate Plugin
Activating Your Pro License #
After activating Creator Suite Pro, you need to enter your license key to unlock Pro features.
- Go to Creator Suite → Settings
- Click the License tab
- Enter your license key in the field provided
- Click Activate License
[SCREENSHOT: The License tab in Creator Suite Settings showing the license key input field and Activate button]
Once activated, you’ll see your license status, plan name, and expiration date. All Pro features are immediately available.
[SCREENSHOT: The License tab showing an active license with plan details and status]
Your license key is included in the purchase confirmation email from Site Nitro and is always available in your Site Nitro account.
After Installation #
Once the plugin is active, you’re ready to start creating content. Here’s where to go next:
- Create your first review — Go to Reviews → Add New. See Your First Review for a walkthrough.
- Explore Settings — Go to Creator Suite → Settings to customize colors, configure schema output, and set up affiliate disclosure text.
- Import content with JSON — If you’re generating review content with AI tools, the JSON import feature lets you paste structured data directly into the editor. See Importing Content with JSON.
Upgrading from Free to Pro #
Upgrading preserves all your existing content — reviews, comparisons, roundups, guides, settings, and custom fields are all kept intact.
- Download the Pro zip from your Site Nitro account
- Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
- Upload the zip — WordPress will prompt you to replace the existing version
- Activate and enter your license key
No content migration is needed. Pro features become available immediately after license activation.
Downgrading from Pro to Free #
If your Pro license expires and you choose not to renew, you can switch back to the free version at any time.
- Download the free version from WordPress.org or the plugin directory
- Upload it via Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin and replace the Pro version
All your content is preserved. Reviews, comparisons, roundups, and guides continue to display on your site. Pro-only features (custom review types, advanced SEO fields, additional layouts) will no longer be editable, but any content created with Pro features remains published and visible to visitors.
