Support the free Kubik-Rubik Joomla! Extensions with a Donation Code
Yes, I want to support the Kubik-Rubik Joomla! project with a donation! How do I do this?
The activation of an account and generating the donation code is easy and only needs some steps:
- Register and Activate - Select the "Donation Code" package in the subscription system: Subscription system
All information about the procedure is displayed in the description of the package. Payment possibilities are PayPal or Offline (bank transfer). PayPal will be processed automatically, and in a few minutes, you are ready to generate your Donation Code. Choosing bank transfer will take longer, as I have to wait for the bank receipt and then I will update your status manually. This process may take some days to unlock, please be patient.
The account is created automatically after the activation of a subscription. - Generate - After activating the "Donation Code" package you are enabled to generate your codes in the Donation Code Management. The administration page, also found at the submenu of this page, can only be accessed by donors when they are logged in. After a new subscription, you have to log out and log in back once to activate the new user level!
- Fill-in - The donation code should be inserted to all my extensions using the tab "Donation Code", residing at the domain for which the code had been generated.
- Increase domains - Activate another Donation Code subscription to increase the quota for generating more donation codes.
You can use all free extensions without any restrictions without a donation code (but with the so-called "nag-screen" in the settings).
Tip: Get more with the Pro subscription! Improved extension versions with advanced features and support directly from the developer.
FAQ
This FAQ is intended for a better understanding of the Donation Code model.
What are the codes good for?
With a donation you may generate a code for one domain. This code will deactivate the donation message aka "nag-screen" situated in the red box at the top of the settings permanently. The donation will help me to offer free versions of my extensions, today and in future.
How does this message look like?
Do I create any contractual obligations?
No, it is a "non-obligation" donation. It is an expression of gratitude for my work which I am doing for over 13 years now, serving the Joomla! community.
I need several codes. Are there any discounts?
Yes, there is a quantity discount on the codes. The discount is graded as follows:
from 2 codes - 5%, from 3 codes - 10%, from 5 codes - 15%, from 10 codes - 20%, from 50 codes - 30%.
Attention: The discount is only available when creating the subscription, a later credit is not possible!
Is it possible to generate a code for my local server environment (e.g. localhost)?
No, this is not possible. Nonetheless, a donation is welcome at any time! :-)
Is the donation code valid for only one extension per domain?
No, the donation code isn't limited to one single extension. For each domain you will receive an unique donation code, that’s why it is limited per domain. With only one donation code you may deactivate the donation message in all the Kubik-Rubik extensions on the same domain.
Will I have to get a new donation code for the next Joomla! version?
No, the code will remain valid forever. The code is limited to the domain only and the Joomla! version does not matter. But if the domain changes, you will have to generate a new donation code. Therefore, you should generate the donation code only for the final domain.
Is the donation code valid for subdomains?
No, each code is valid for just one domain, i.e. for each Joomla! installation you will have to generate an unique donation code.
Please note: "www." is a subdomain, but is treated separately. One code is valid for both variants (with or without "www.").
Tip: The code might be used several times if installed in subdirectories, as only the domain and not the path is relevant. ;-)
I switch my website to https://. Do I need a new code?
No, the donation codes are valid for both schemes (http:// and https://)!
How to generate the donation code as easy as possible?
At the settings of the extension (aka "nag-screen") you will find the complete domain which should be used to generate the donation code. For your comfort it is advised to copy & paste the displayed domain into the key-generator field in the Donation Code Manager.
How is the code checked?
The code is checked by a special script on this project website using cURL or allow_url_fopen methods, where cURL is preferred. If both methods are not available on the server, then no check is performed. Please make sure that at least one of the two methods is activated on the server!
How do I increase the contingent? Must I create a new account for each domain?
No, the quota can be increased by activating another Donation Code subscription. The amount of codes will be added automatically once the subscription was paid.
I have activated a Donation Code subscription. Can I also use the support forum with this payment?
For support you require the Support subscription. The Donation Code subscription gives you access to the Donation Code Manager, not the support forum.
I donated and changed my mind. Will I get my money back?
No, it is a voluntary donation with no contractual obligations or bindings. After a donation (= creation of the account with required privileges) it is possible to generate an unlimited valid donation code and thus I cannot refund a donation.
I don't want to donate. Do I have any restrictions?
No, all free extensions are fully operational without an installed donation code. The only caveat, if you want to call it like that, is the "nag-screen" in the settings of the extensions.
Do I need a donation code to deactivate the link in the frontend?
No, in all extensions the visible link in the frontend can be deactivated in the settings of each extension. Although a donation code is not necessary for it, I expect from you that you activate a Donation Code subscription if you deactivate the link.
So why should I donate? I may delete the query easily myself... thanks to GPL!
Reread the whole text again and keep in mind, if this approach is conductive to the survival of my free extensions...