đź›’ Install WooCommerce
Ready to start your online shop? WooCommerce is the most popular free plugin for turning any WordPress website into a fully functional online store — and it’s surprisingly super easy to install.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to get WooCommerce installed and running in just a few minutes.
âś… What you will need:
- A working WordPress site
- Admin access to the WordPress Dashboard
- Internet connection and 5 minutes!
🪄 Step 1: Log in to WordPress
Log into WordPress enter your username and password, then click Log In and proceed to the next Step.
- Not sure how to log into WordPress? Click here…
- Forgot your WordPress Password? Click here…
🔌 Step 2: Go to Plugins → Add New
Once logged in in your WordPress Dashboard:
- In the left-hand menu, go to Plugins → Add New
- In the search bar (top right), type WooCommerce
You’ll see WooCommerce by Automattic appear in the results.
đź’ľ Step 3: Install the WooCommerce Plugin
Click the Install Now button on the WooCommerce plugin.
Wait a few seconds for the plugin to install, speed may vary depending on your internet speed… then the button will change to Activate — click Activate and it will now refresh the page with the WooCommerce Setup Wizard to help you setup your store.
🛠️ Step 4: Follow the Setup Wizard (Optional but Recommended)
After activation, WooCommerce will launch a setup wizard to help you configure:
- Your store location & currency
- Shipping options
- Payment gateways (like PayFast, PayPal, etc.)
- Product types
You can skip this for now and configure it later under WooCommerce → Settings if needed.
✅ Step 5: Done! You’re Ready to Add Products
Once WooCommerce is installed, you’ll see WooCommerce and Products in your dashboard menu.
You’re now ready to start loading products!
👉 Learn how to add your first product here
