How To Make An eCommerce Website

This blog is part of a series about creating a website and webshop using WordPress and WooCommerce. We’ll teach you how to register your domain name, set up web hosting, add a webshop, list products in your store, and manage various aspects such as shipping costs, payment methods, coupons, and taxes. We’ll also show you how to build a website around your webshop or how to add a webshop to an existing site. For an overview of the series, click here.

You now have a website with WordPress. What tools and solutions do you need to start selling products?
It’s simple—WooCommerce is the best and most popular plugin for creating a webshop on WordPress sites, and it’s free! In this blog, I’ll guide you step-by-step to get this done. If you follow the steps in this blog, I guarantee that you’ll have your webshop online within five minutes!

This blog is for those who already have WordPress installed. If you still need to do that, click here.

Step 1: Installing the WooCommerce Plugin

a. Go to your WordPress Dashboard.

b. Click on Plugins, then ‘Add New.’

c. It’s usually listed under Recommended Plugins, but you can also search for it.

The following plugin will be displayed:

Installing WooCommerce: A Step-by-Step Guide by Ferdy
Welcome! I’m Ferdy, and I’ll guide you through the process of installing WooCommerce on your WordPress website. This guide is suitable for both beginners and experienced webshop managers. Let’s get started!

Step 1: Choosing a Domain Name and Web Hosting

Domain Name
Your domain name is the web address of your store. Choose a name that represents your brand well and is easy to remember. Consider using your own name or a unique business name.

Web Hosting
Select a web hosting provider that is reliable and affordable. Start with a basic package and upgrade as your store grows.

Step 2: Installing WordPress

With your domain and hosting set up, it’s time to install WordPress. You usually do this through the control panel of your web hosting provider. Follow their instructions for a smooth installation.

Step 3: Installing and Activating WooCommerce

• Go to your WordPress dashboard.
• Navigate to ‘Plugins’ and click on ‘Add New Plugin.’
• Search for ‘WooCommerce’ and click ‘Install Now.’
• Activate the plugin after installation.

Step 4: WooCommerce Setup Wizard

After activation, the WooCommerce setup wizard will automatically start. Follow these steps:

• Enter Basic Information: Provide your store address and essential details.
• Configure Payment Options: Choose your preferred payment methods, such as PayPal.
• Set Up Shipping Details: Define your shipping options and costs.
• Manage Tax Settings: Input the correct tax rates for your products.

Step 5: Adding Your First Product

It’s time to add your first product:

• Go to ‘Products’ in your dashboard.
• Select ‘Add New Product.’
• Fill in the product details, such as name, description, price, and images.

Conclusion

You now have a working WooCommerce webshop! Start personalizing your store with themes and plugins, and keep your product offerings fresh and up-to-date. If you have any questions or comments, feel free to leave them in the comments section.

Good luck with your WooCommerce webshop!