Create Membership Sites in GoHighLevel
Table of Contents
Introduction: Why Membership Sites Are a Game-Changer for Agencies
What Is a GoHighLevel Membership Site?
Benefits of Using GoHighLevel for Online Course Hosting
Step 1: Planning Your Membership Site for Maximum Recurring Revenue
Step 2: Setting Up a Membership Area in GoHighLevel
Step 3: Designing and Structuring Your Courses
Step 4: Adding Content to Your Membership Site
Step 5: Setting Access Levels and Pricing
Step 6: Automating Onboarding & Engagement
Step 7: Tracking Member Progress & Retention
Monetization Strategies for Agencies Using Membership Sites
Real-World Examples of Successful GHL Membership Sites
Why Learn from GoHighLevel MasterClass
Final Thoughts
Introduction: Why Membership Sites Are a Game-Changer for Agencies
In 2025, as agencies begin to understand that recurring revenue is the solution to long term stability.. One of the best ways to achieve this is by creating membership sites where you can host courses, exclusive resources, and community features for clients or niche audiences.
GoHighLevel membership sites make this process seamless, letting you host online courses, drip content, and manage payments all under one roof—without relying on multiple tools like Teachable, Kajabi, or Thinkific.
If you’ve ever wanted to create a passive income stream for your agency, this guide will walk you through exactly how to set up a membership site in GoHighLevel—and how to make it profitable.
What Is a GoHighLevel Membership Site?
A GoHighLevel membership site is a built-in learning and content delivery system that lets you create and sell courses, training programs, and premium resources.
Here’s what you can do with it:
Host video lessons, PDFs, and quizzes
Drip content over time
Create different access levels for free or paid members
Automate onboarding and email follow-ups
Accept payments directly
The biggest advantage? Everything lives inside your GoHighLevel CRM—meaning you can connect it with your marketing funnels, email automation, and sales pipelines.
Benefits of Using GoHighLevel for Online Course Hosting
If you’re an agency owner or course creator, using GoHighLevel over standalone platforms has big advantages:
All-in-One System – No need to integrate multiple tools for CRM, email marketing, and membership hosting.
Recurring Revenue Model – Charge monthly or annually for exclusive access.
Custom Branding – White-label your membership area to match your agency’s identity.
Automation Power – Connect your membership to workflows, funnels, and upsell sequences.
Lower Costs – No extra subscription for platforms like Kajabi.
Step 1: Planning Your Membership Site for Maximum Recurring Revenue
Before you start building, define:
Target Audience – Who will benefit most?
Core Offer – Courses, templates, coaching calls, or a mix?
Pricing Strategy – Subscription, one-time payment, or tiered?
Value Ladder – How does your membership fit into your broader service offering?
💡 Pro Tip: Check out training at GoHighLevel MasterClass for proven pricing models agencies use to maximize recurring income.
Step 2: Setting Up a Membership Area in GoHighLevel
Inside your GoHighLevel dashboard:
Go to Sites → Memberships
Click + New Membership
Name your membership and add a description
Choose your product type (course, resource hub, coaching program)
Set your branding with logos, colors, and custom domain
Step 3: Designing and Structuring Your Courses
Structure is key. Break your content into products, offers, and categories:
Product: The main course or resource hub.
Offer: The package or bundle members get access to.
Categories: Sections of your course (e.g., Beginner, Advanced).
Lessons: Individual video, text, or downloadable resources.
Step 4: Adding Content to Your Membership Site
Content can include:
Video tutorials (MP4 or YouTube/Vimeo embeds)
Downloadable PDFs or worksheets
Quizzes and interactive assignments
Audio lessons or podcasts
💡 Make sure to optimize video titles and descriptions for SEO—especially if your membership site serves a niche industry.
Step 5: Setting Access Levels and Pricing
GoHighLevel lets you create different membership levels such as:
Free Access – For lead generation
One-Time Payment – For premium content bundles
Recurring Subscription – Monthly/annual payments for ongoing value
Step 6: Automating Onboarding & Engagement
Here’s where GoHighLevel shines:
Welcome Emails – Trigger a warm onboarding sequence after purchase
Engagement Reminders – Send emails/SMS to inactive members
Upsell Opportunities – Offer higher-tier packages after course completion
Step 7: Tracking Member Progress & Retention
Inside GoHighLevel, you can:
See which lessons members have completed
Identify drop-off points
Reward active members with bonuses or exclusive content
Monetization Strategies for Agencies Using Membership Sites
Offer VIP memberships for clients
Bundle memberships with your retainer services
Sell access to industry-specific training programs
Create a community + coaching hybrid offer
Real-World Examples of Successful GHL Membership Sites
Agencies are using GoHighLevel memberships to:
Run local business training portals
Host white-label courses for clients
Sell template libraries for marketing materials
Why Learn from GoHighLevel MasterClass
If you want step-by-step video training on setting up memberships, automations, and funnels, the GoHighLevel MasterClass is packed with tutorials, templates, and real-world agency examples.
Final Thoughts
Creating a GoHighLevel membership site is one of the fastest ways for agencies to generate predictable recurring revenue while delivering real value to clients.
With the right structure, automation, and marketing strategy, your membership site can become a long-term asset for your agency.
🚀 If you’re ready to get serious, start building your membership site today—and don’t forget to check out GoHighLevel MasterClass for advanced strategies and done-for-you resources.
