{"id":946,"date":"2019-08-23T12:00:43","date_gmt":"2019-08-23T06:30:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/?p=946"},"modified":"2019-08-23T12:00:43","modified_gmt":"2019-08-23T06:30:43","slug":"how-to-setup-wordpress-woocommerce","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/?p=946","title":{"rendered":"How to Setup a WordPress eCommerce Website Using WooCommerce Plugin?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\n<div class=\"kk-star-ratings kksr-auto kksr-align-left kksr-valign-top\"\n    data-payload='{&quot;align&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;id&quot;:&quot;946&quot;,&quot;slug&quot;:&quot;default&quot;,&quot;valign&quot;:&quot;top&quot;,&quot;ignore&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;reference&quot;:&quot;auto&quot;,&quot;class&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;count&quot;:&quot;8&quot;,&quot;legendonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;readonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;score&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;starsonly&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;best&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;gap&quot;:&quot;5&quot;,&quot;greet&quot;:&quot;Rate this post&quot;,&quot;legend&quot;:&quot;5\\\/5 - (8 votes)&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;24&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;How to Setup a WordPress eCommerce Website Using WooCommerce Plugin?&quot;,&quot;width&quot;:&quot;142.5&quot;,&quot;_legend&quot;:&quot;{score}\\\/{best} - ({count} {votes})&quot;,&quot;font_factor&quot;:&quot;1.25&quot;}'>\n            \n<div class=\"kksr-stars\">\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-inactive\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"1\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"2\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"3\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"4\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" data-star=\"5\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n<div class=\"kksr-stars-active\" style=\"width: 142.5px;\">\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"kksr-star\" style=\"padding-right: 5px\">\n            \n\n<div class=\"kksr-icon\" style=\"width: 24px; height: 24px;\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n                \n\n<div class=\"kksr-legend\" style=\"font-size: 19.2px;\">\n            5\/5 - (8 votes)    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/goto\/wordpress-woocommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">WooCommerce<\/a> is an open-source plugin for e-commerce, serving everyone from small business owners to large enterprises. WordPress eCommerce is a widely used option for online businesses because it offers flexibility and extensive customization. It can be a good choice if you want to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Maintain full control of your site and store data<\/li>\n<li>Avoid a platform subscription fee such as Shopify&#8217;s, while budgeting for hosting, payment processing, and extensions<\/li>\n<li>Start small and scale as your business grows<\/li>\n<li>Choose from several payment methods<\/li>\n<li>Use a flexible platform with an intuitive setup process<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong>\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/top-10-wordpress-ecommerce-plug-ins-compared\/\">Top 10 WordPress eCommerce Plug-ins Compared<\/a><\/p>\n<p>This guide will help you learn how to <a href=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/best-wordpress-woocommerce-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">set up your eCommerce business using the WooCommerce plugin<\/a>. Let&#8217;s begin.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 1: Set Up WordPress<\/h3>\n<p>First, set up WordPress with your domain name on a hosting server. Register for a domain and hosting plan from a reputable provider. You can compare providers such as HostGator, Bluehost, SiteGround, and other managed or self-managed WordPress hosts.<\/p>\n<p>After registering your domain and hosting plan, install WordPress.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Set Up the WooCommerce Plugin<\/h3>\n<p>WordPress plugins are easy to install. Go to <a href=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/best-wordpress-dashboard-plugins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">your WordPress Dashboard<\/a>, hover over Plugins, then click Add New. Search for WooCommerce in the search box.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1000\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"How to set up a WooCommerce website\" width=\"549\" height=\"274\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Click Install Now. After the installation finishes, activate the plugin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1001\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"How to set up a WooCommerce website\" width=\"543\" height=\"257\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After you activate WooCommerce, its onboarding wizard will guide you through the initial store settings. Click Let&#8217;s go to begin.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1002\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"WooCommerce setup wizard\" width=\"534\" height=\"615\" \/><\/p>\n<p>WooCommerce uses several pages for core store functions. The setup process can create these pages for you:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Shop page<\/strong> &#8211; Customers browse your products on this page.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cart page<\/strong> &#8211; Customers review the products they intend to purchase.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Checkout<\/strong> &#8211; Customers enter billing, shipping, and payment information and place their orders.<\/li>\n<li><strong>My account<\/strong> &#8211; Customers can manage their account details, addresses, payment methods, and past orders.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Click Continue to move ahead with the installation.<\/p>\n<h4>Setting Up the Store Location<\/h4>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1003\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-4.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up the WooCommerce store location\" width=\"615\" height=\"553\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-4.jpg 615w, https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-4-300x270.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 615px) 100vw, 615px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After creating or confirming the pages, enter your store address and choose the currency, weight unit, and dimension unit you will use by default.<\/p>\n<p>Click Continue to complete this part of the installation.<\/p>\n<h4>Setting Up Tax and Shipping Details<\/h4>\n<p>In this part, configure whether you will charge tax and how you will handle shipping. Your tax obligations depend on your business location, where you sell, and applicable laws.<\/p>\n<p>WooCommerce can provide tax settings and calculations, but it does not determine your legal tax obligations automatically. Configure tax rates carefully or connect a compatible tax service, and consult a qualified tax professional when necessary.<\/p>\n<p>Enable the tax option if you need to charge sales tax or another applicable tax. You can configure shipping zones and methods in WooCommerce settings after completing the wizard.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1004\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-5.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up WooCommerce tax and shipping details\" width=\"667\" height=\"470\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-5.jpg 667w, https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-5-300x211.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 667px) 100vw, 667px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Click Continue to proceed.<\/p>\n<h4>Setting Up a Payment Method<\/h4>\n<p>After entering your store and tax information, set up a payment method. WooCommerce supports multiple payment gateways, including WooPayments where available, PayPal, Stripe, and region-specific providers. Choose a gateway that supports your country, currency, products, and preferred payment methods; no single provider is best for every store.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1005\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-6.jpg\" alt=\"Setting up a WooCommerce payment method\" width=\"552\" height=\"604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-6.jpg 552w, https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-6-274x300.jpg 274w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 552px) 100vw, 552px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Click Continue to move ahead.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Choose a Theme for Your eCommerce Store<\/h3>\n<p>Now choose a theme that defines the design and layout of your eCommerce store. Select a WooCommerce-compatible theme that is responsive, accessible, regularly updated, and compatible with your preferred editor and extensions.<\/p>\n<p>Storefront is a free WooCommerce-compatible theme maintained by the WooCommerce project. It is a reliable starting point, although it is not automatically installed with WooCommerce. Let&#8217;s get started with it.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1006\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-7-1.jpg\" alt=\"Choosing a WooCommerce-compatible theme\" width=\"537\" height=\"188\" \/><\/p>\n<p>After selecting your theme, check that your pages are clear, easy to navigate, mobile-friendly, and accessible. Many customers prefer clean, focused store designs.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 4: Add Your Products<\/h3>\n<p>The WooCommerce installation is complete. Now you can add products to your store. Go to the WordPress Dashboard, hover over Products, and click Add New.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1008\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-9-1.jpg\" alt=\"Adding a product in WooCommerce\" width=\"619\" height=\"611\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Fill in the sections with your product information:<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-1007\" src=\"https:\/\/wpneon.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/08\/How-to-Setup-a-WooCommerce-Website-8-1.jpg\" alt=\"WooCommerce product settings\" width=\"176\" height=\"239\" \/><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Product name<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Description of the product:<\/strong> Include the product&#8217;s features, specifications, images, and other relevant information. You can also add useful links in this section.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product data area<\/strong>: Select the type of product you are selling, such as a simple, variable, grouped, external, virtual, or downloadable product. The available settings may vary depending on the product type. Common sections include:\n<ul>\n<li>General<\/li>\n<li>Inventory<\/li>\n<li>Shipping<\/li>\n<li>Linked Products<\/li>\n<li>Attributes<\/li>\n<li>Advanced<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product Short Description<\/strong>: Add a concise description that appears near the product title and purchase options.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product Categories<\/strong>: Assign the product to one or more relevant categories.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product Tags<\/strong>: Add tags to help organize and filter products.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product Image<\/strong>: Upload the main image for the product.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Product Gallery<\/strong>: Add additional product images or a collection of images.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Once you have filled in all the details, click Publish. 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