1. Create packages

Define free, credit-based, or one-time paid packages with post status, editor type, limits, pricing, and validity.

Try it: log in as demo_admin and inspect package plan settings.

2. Register contributors

Guest bloggers sign up from the front end, select a plan, verify their profile, and access a dedicated dashboard.

Try it: register a new account or use a seeded blogger from the credentials page.

3. Collect submissions

Writers submit articles with configured word, image, category, tag, and link rules.

Expected result: most submissions go to Pending Review for admin approval.

4. Review and publish

Admins inspect pending content, manage users, adjust credits, and review billing records.

Try it: open Posts → Pending as demo_admin and edit a guest submission.

Guest blogger path

1. Open Demo Credentials.
2. Log in as the credits blogger.
3. Visit Credits & Billing and review test-card instructions.
4. Submit a post and confirm it appears under My Posts.

Site owner path

1. Log in as demo_admin.
2. Open Posts and filter Pending.
3. Review submitted content and categories.
4. Inspect GuestPostKit plans, users, transactions, and invoices.

Buyer evaluation path

1. Compare package models on the Pricing page.
2. Test a payment flow in sandbox mode.
3. Confirm invoices and transaction history.
4. Review the safety/reset behavior.