I Found a New Way To Make Money With WordPress!

Introduction

In this tutorial, we will explore an innovative way to monetize your Streamlit applications using WordPress and a credit system. This guide will provide you with step-by-step instructions to create API keys, set up a credits system, and connect your WordPress site with external Streamlit apps. Whether you're a developer looking to enhance your application or a WordPress user wanting to expand your monetization options, this tutorial is for you.

Step 1: Create API Keys for Users

To begin monetizing your Streamlit applications, you'll first need to create API keys for your users.

• Log in to your WordPress dashboard.
• Navigate to the plugins section and install a suitable API key management plugin (e.g., "WP API Keys").
• Once the plugin is activated, go to the plugin settings to configure it.
• Create new API keys:
  • Set a unique identifier for each user.
  • Define permissions and limits for each key.

Step 2: Allow Users to Generate Keys

Next, you will allow users to generate their own API keys.

• Add a user-friendly interface on your WordPress site:
  • Create a new page for API key generation.
  • Use a form to collect user information (e.g., name, email).
• Implement logic to generate a new API key upon form submission:
  • Use the API key management plugin to handle key generation.
  • Send the generated key to the user via email.

Step 3: Set Up the Credits System

A credits system is essential for managing how users interact with your applications.

• Decide on a credit structure:
  • Determine how credits are earned (e.g., payment, tasks).
  • Set up a pricing model for purchasing credits.
• Implement a credits database:
  • Use a custom post type or a dedicated database table to track user credits.
• Create functions to add or deduct credits based on user actions.

Step 4: Set Up Custom API Endpoints

Custom API endpoints will facilitate communication between your WordPress site and Streamlit apps.

• Use the WordPress REST API to create custom endpoints:
  • Register endpoints in your theme’s functions.php file.
  • Example of registering an endpoint:

    add_action('rest_api_init', function () {
        register_rest_route('your_namespace/v1', '/credits/', array(
            'methods' => 'GET',
            'callback' => 'your_callback_function',
        ));
    });
    

• Implement the callback function to handle requests and return credit information.

Step 5: Important Tip

As you set up your system, keep security in mind.

• Ensure that all API keys are securely stored and transmitted.
• Use HTTPS for your WordPress site to protect data integrity.
• Regularly update your WordPress and plugin installations to prevent vulnerabilities.

Step 6: Connecting WordPress with External Streamlit Apps

The final step involves linking your WordPress site with Streamlit applications.

• Use the API keys in your Streamlit app to authenticate users.
• Make API calls from your Streamlit app to check user credits and manage access:
  • Example of an API call in Python:

    import requests
    
    response = requests.get('https://yourwordpresssite.com/wp-json/your_namespace/v1/credits/', headers={'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'})
    credits = response.json()
    

• Implement logic in your Streamlit app to restrict functionality based on available credits.

Conclusion

By following these steps, you can successfully monetize your Streamlit applications through your WordPress site using a credit system. Start by creating API keys and setting up a user-friendly interface for key generation. Implement a credits system, establish secure API endpoints, and connect your WordPress site with your Streamlit apps. With these tools, you'll be well on your way to generating income through your applications. Consider exploring additional resources or expanding your monetization strategies for further growth.