Documentation

Learn how to set up, customize, and expand the functionality of WooCommerce

Getting started

Everything you’ll need to get your online store up and running. From installation to managing orders — our guides can help with configuring WooCommerce to work for your business.


Documents

  • How to build an online store on WooCommerce

    Thinking about starting an online store on WooCommerce or have already begun building? Well first off, congrats! Woo powers success for millions of merchants around the world, and we hope it’ll do the same for you. Here you’ll find step-by-step instructions on how to build an online store with Woo. We know there are a […]

  • Updating free WooCommerce extensions/plugins

    Free WooCommerce extensions or plugins do not require an active subscription to get updates. You may see subscriptions for free extensions or plugins listed in your store’s WP Admin dashboard at WooCommerce > Extensions > My subscriptions. However, they will not have a toggle to activate a subscription. To update these free extensions/plugins via WP […]

  • Which payment option is right for me?

    There is a large range of payment gateway options for WooCommerce to provide payment options for your customers. Read on to learn about how to choose a payment method, including WooPayments (available in selected locations). On this page you’ll learn: What is a payment gateway? A payment gateway, in WooCommerce terms, is a WordPress plugin that […]

  • Accessibility Features in the WooCommerce Plugin

    Overview WooCommerce is built on top of WordPress, which adheres to strict accessibility coding standards. The WooCommerce plugin inherits these practices and introduces its own accessibility features to ensure compatibility with assistive technologies such as screen readers and keyboard-only navigation. This page outlines the built-in accessibility features within the plugin. Note: Many regions legally require […]

  • WooCommerce Setup

    Introduction Having a customizable eCommerce platform means that there are a lot of available settings to consider and adjust to fit your vision. The Onboarding Wizard and Setup Checklist take you through all the necessary initial steps to set up your store and get it ready to start selling! Right after activating WooCommerce, you are […]

  • WooCommerce Menu Items

    Activating WooCommerce adds 4 main menu items to the WordPress admin dashboard. Click here for a closer look.

  • Consider shipping before you start

    Considering shipping before you start is important for setting up shipping correctly before taking orders in your WooCommerce store. If you are new to WooCommerce, we recommend taking some time to answer the following questions.

  • Adding and Managing Products

    Before you can start selling, you need products to offer. That’s why adding and managing your inventory is a crucial step in setting up your shop. Getting Started with Product Management in WooCommerce In WooCommerce, you can add a product with just a name and a price. However, the more details you provide, the more […]

  • Setting up taxes in WooCommerce

    A step-by-step guide to setting up Tax Rates for your store

  • Managing Orders

    Orders are the center of activity in your WooCommerce store. Understanding how to manage them effectively is key to keeping your business running smoothly. The following documentation is your guide to managing orders in WooCommerce. It is designed to assist administrators and shop managers in navigating through the various aspects of order management. Orders are […]