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How Do I Activate WooCommerce?

Last updated on October 1, 2022 @ 11:16 pm

PRO TIP: If you are not familiar with WooCommerce, we recommend that you seek help from a professional before activating it. There is a lot of configuration that needs to be done in order to get WooCommerce up and running, and if you do not do it correctly, you could end up breaking your website.

WooCommerce is one of the most popular eCommerce platforms on the web. If you’re looking to start an online store, WooCommerce is a great option. In this article, we’ll show you how to activate WooCommerce on your WordPress site.

First, you’ll need to install the WooCommerce plugin. You can do this by going to the Plugins section of your WordPress dashboard and searching for “WooCommerce.” Once you’ve found the plugin, click “Install” and then “Activate.”

After the plugin has been activated, you’ll be taken to the WooCommerce setup wizard. This wizard will help you set up your store and get it ready for customers.

The first step in the setup wizard is to choose your country and currency. This is important because it will determine things like shipping costs and taxes. Once you’ve chosen your country and currency, click “Continue.”

The next step is to choose a theme for your store. WooCommerce comes with a few default themes that you can use, or you can install a third-party theme.

If you’re not sure which option to choose, we recommend using one of the default themes. Once you’ve chosen a theme, click “Continue.”

The next step is to add products to your store. You can add products manually or import them from a CSV file.

If you’re just starting out, we recommend adding products manually. To do this, go to the Products section of your WordPress dashboard and click “Add New.”

Fill out the product details and then click “Publish.” Repeat this process for each product that you want to add to your store.

The final step in setting up your WooCommerce store is to choose your payment method. WooCommerce supports over 100 different payment methods, so you’re sure to find one that works for you. To choose a payment method, go to the WooCommerce settings page and click “Payment.”

Select the payment method that you want to use and then click “Save Changes.” That’s it! You’ve now successfully activated WooCommerce on your WordPress site.

Kathy McFarland

Kathy McFarland

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