Since many companies cannot operate offline, it is more important to have online business than ever before. You need a way to update loyal customers, bring additional income (especially when your store is closed), and provide new options such as virtual services or pick -up plans. And you don’t have a lot of time or money to do this.
Woocommerce is a free, completely customized e -commerce tool, which is suitable for free website construction platform WordPress. It aims to meet the needs of the owner. No matter what the technical expertise, anyone can build and run the store. If you do encounter any problems, you can use a large number of documents and first -class support teams.
Let’s take a look at how to create an online store through five steps.
1. Purchase domain name and select the host
Domain name is people in the browser to find the website address of your website, such as woocommerce.com. Ideally, select a name containing your business name or the name you provided. The clearer and simpler, the better.
You can purchase a domain name from any number of providers -we like the simple search tool for Godaddy It can help you find the perfect name. The starting price of most .com domain names was about $ 11.99.
Then, select a custody service provider for your website. The host stores the documents required to create a site and enables them to access people around the world. There are many options, which are different in price and functions -including the Godaddy program specifically created for Woocommerce.
The e -commerce custody plan of Godaddy includes everything required for your website to go online, from the SSL certificate to Worry -free software installation and daily backup. You will also benefit from the fast custody platform optimized for WordPress, support and pre -installed WooCommerce extensions for reservations, subscriptions, reservations, etc. In order to help support enterprises during the COVID-19 period, Godaddy provides services at a price of $ 1 in the first three months, so you can start working without spending money.
Learn more information about Godaddy e -commerce custody programs here.
2. Install WordPress and select a topic
Next is to install WordPress. Most hosting service providers provide one -click installation; please consult your landlord to obtain specific explanations. If you choose the Godaddy e -commerce plan, this will be dealt with.
To log in to your new website, please go to Example.com/wp-admin and use the login credential you created during the installation process. (Just make sure to replace example.com to your own domain name!) There, you will see your WordPress dashboard, you can build and manage all aspects of the online store-this is the instrument board settings and options Complete subdivision.
Then, select a WordPress theme -this is a template for control website design and layout. We recommend starting from
Storefront
theme: it looks clean, simple, and intuitive, it looks great on any size equipment (from desktop machines to mobile phones), and it is free!
(Don’t like
? Browse more free e -commerce before here.) 3. Create the basic page Although the exact page you created will depend on your business and the products you sell, but every time you sell, every one you sell, but every time you sell, every one you sell, but every one you sell There should be a few pages of a store:
Home
- contact
- Each page consists of title, paragraphs, images, videos, buttons and other content blocks. To create a new page:
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Switch to
page in your WordPress dashboard → Add new
content.
- Add title to the top of the page.
Click the additional number icon in the upper left corner to select the type to be added. Rolling the options, or use a search bar to find specific content. Each block has its own settings, and you can edit on the column displayed on the right side of the page.
After completing the addition, click the blue button in the upper right corner, and your page will be online!
- 4. Install woocommerce
For more detailed information about the creation and editing page, please read usSupport document.
WooCommerce adds e -commerce functions to your WordPress website, including the ability of sales products. If you want to install the WOOCOMMERCE, transfer it to the
plug -in → adding a new
in the WordPress dashboard. Search \”WOOCOMMERCE\”, then click
to install
immediately and
to activate.
Similarly, if you choose the Godaddy e -commerce custody program, this has been completed for you.
The setting wizard will guide you to complete the following steps: Connected to Jetpack and WooCommerce services. These free tools provide automatic tax computing, the ability to print transportation labels at home, and security functions.
Store details:
Set the location of the store.
- Industry: Select the industry where your business is located.
- Product type: Select the product type you want to sell -numbers, entities or two.
- Business details: Add detailed information about your business and get personalized recommendations for your store.
- Subject: Since you have installed and set the theme, you only need to choose the theme you have used.
- You will be taken to another screen, you can add products and set up freight, taxes and payment.
- Freight: Determined how much the customer pays for the freight for transportation to different places. If you enable the Woocommerce service, you can print and transport labels at home to avoid going to the post office. Or set up free delivery and allow shoppers to pick up or other products outside your actual location.
Tax and fee: Set the tax rate according to your location. If you use Woocommerce Taxes, it will automatically handle everything for you. Payment: Select a payment gateway that allows you to securely accept credit cards on your website.
This is the establishment of your storeEverything you need! It’s time to add some products.
5. Add a product
Switch to
Product → Add new in your WordPress dashboard. First add the name and description of the product with the field with the corresponding tag.
Then, roll down to the \”
product data
\” box and expand the drop -down menu showing \”
simple product\”.
Selected in the following product types:
Simple product: cover most products. These are delivery, no choice, such as toys or books.
Grouping products: The collection of related products that can be purchased separately, such as a pair of glasses. Virtual products: unprepared products or services, such as online consultation or the roadside of the restaurant. products: virtual products ed by customers, such as e -books or audio files.
- External or affiliated products: List products on your website but sell them elsewhere.
Variable products: products with a variety of choices, such as a shirt of multiple colors or sizes.
The following is the method of creating a simple product -click the link above to obtain a detailed tutorial on other product types.
Add
Conventional price
and sales price ] (If applicable). Click the inventory tab and set the SKU and the amount of inventory (if applicable).
- Select
- Transportation tab and add weight and size. In the right column, select a product category.
- Add a Product Image
- product gallery pictures .
- button in the upper right corner to add your product to your real -time website.
Considering the product according to the type, size, color, age range, or other appropriate features.
, which will be the main image. You can also add other
Click the blue
Getting out creativity at will! Woocommerce is flexible enough to support almost anything you imagine. During this period, you may want to accept pre -order orders that will be shipped after re -opening of your store or warehouse. Or sell it in a virtual way. You usually provide it yourselfServices, such as exercise, consulting courses or cooking courses.You can provide food and drink delivery services or roadside pick -up services, accept donations from charity, or transport new products you developed, such as hand -toiletting or masks.
After adding all the products, they will appear on the store pages created automatically by setting the guide.You can find it by.
Start selling online.
That’s it!You have a fully functional online store, not only during the COVID-19 period, but also income in the next few years.If you encounter any problems in this process, be sure to read our documents and step by step, or contact us through our support forum. Do you want some inspiration?Check the Woocommerce website we show.
