Customize and expand your platform with powerful add-ons
Extensions allow you to customize and expand the functionality of your StellarUp platform. Think of them as additional modules: once enabled, they appear in your Settings and can be configured according to your needs.
This article provides an overview of commonly used extensions and how to work with them.
What are Extensions?
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Optional modules that extend platform features.
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Enable or disable depending on your community’s needs.
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Once activated, they will also appear in Settings for configuration.
How to Manage Extensions
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Navigate to Extensions from the admin sidebar.
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Use filters or the search bar to find the extension you need.
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Activate, edit, or disable extensions with one click.
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Once enabled, configure settings such as roles, visibility, and naming.
Key Extensions
Community & Engagement
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Community Assistance – Enables Maia AI support and chat features.
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Community Wall – Adds a wall for group conversations on program homepages.
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Forum – Creates discussion forums within your community.
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Likes & Comments – Allows members to interact with posts.
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Favorites – Members can mark and save their favorite items.
Learning & Content
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Academy Manager – Build and deliver e-learning tracks or courses.
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Content Library (Content Manager) – Central library for resources and documents.
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Program Homepage Enhancer – Add banners, spotlight sections, and images to program pages.
Events & Scheduling
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Calendar – Activates events for users (e.g., workshops, groups).
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Events (Admin view) – Event management for admins.
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One-to-One Meetings – Members can book meetings with each other.
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Resource Booking – Reserve rooms or other resources.
Directories
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Member Directory – Manage member listings.
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Organization Directory – Directory of partner organizations.
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Department Directory – View members by department.
Integrations
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CRM Systems – Connect with HubSpot, Salesforce, Dynamics 365, Zoho, Pipedrive, SugarCRM, Copper, Zendesk, and more (currently one-way sync).
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MailChimp / Postmark – Integrate for email campaigns.
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Microsoft Teams / Google Calendar / Outlook – Sync and sign-in options.
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Single Sign-On (SSO) – Enable login via Microsoft or Google.
Monetization & Payments
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Credits – Virtual credits for internal transactions.
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Paid Memberships – Set up subscription-based access.
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Stripe / Mollie – Payment gateway integrations.
Customization
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Custom Domain – Use your own branded domain.
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Custom Sidebar – Add links to the sidebar for external resources.
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Progressive Web App (PWA) – Create a mobile app version of your platform with your logo and colors.
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Language Management – Offer multiple language options for members.
Security
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Two-Factor Authentication – Adds an extra layer of security.
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Email Integration & Tracking – Manage communication directly via the platform.
Best Practices
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Start small – Enable only the extensions you really need.
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Group logically – Focus on community, content, or monetization depending on your use case.
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Test before launch – Configure roles and permissions carefully.
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Review regularly – As your community grows, re-check which extensions add value.