Step-by-Step Guide to Setting Up a WooCommerce Store
Setting up a WooCommerce store involves securing hosting, installing WordPress, adding the WooCommerce plugin, and configuring your products, shipping, and payments. The entire process can be completed in a few hours without needing any coding skills
Step 1: Install WooCommerce
From WordPress Dashboard
- Login to WordPress.
- Go to:
Plugins → Add New
- Search for:
WooCommerce
- Click:
Install Now
- Click:
Activate
Step 2: Run the WooCommerce Setup Wizard
After activation, WooCommerce will launch a setup wizard.
Fill in:
Store Details
- Store Name
- Country (Nigeria)
- Address
- City
- Postal Code
Click Continue.
Step 3: Choose What You Sell
Select:
- Physical Products
- Digital Products
- Services
For SKOC Global, you can sell:
- WordPress Themes
- PHP Scripts
- Website Design Services
- ICT Training Courses
- Digital Downloads
Step 4: Configure Business Details
Enter:
- Number of products
- Whether you’re selling elsewhere
- Revenue status (if applicable)
Continue.
Step 5: Choose a Theme
WooCommerce may suggest themes.
Popular options:
- Astra
- Hello Elementor
- Storefront
Install one if needed.
Step 6: Configure Store Settings
Go to:
WooCommerce → Settings
General
Set:
- Store Address
- Selling Location
- Currency
For Nigeria:
Currency: Nigerian Naira (₦)
Save Changes.
Step 7: Configure Payments
Go to:
WooCommerce → Settings → Payments
For Nigerian businesses, common payment gateways include:
Install Payment Plugin
Go to:
Plugins → Add New
Search for:
- Paystack WooCommerce
- Flutterwave WooCommerce
Install and activate.
Connect Payment Gateway
Obtain API keys from your payment provider and paste them into the plugin settings.
Step 8: Configure Shipping
Go to:
WooCommerce → Settings → Shipping
Create Shipping Zones.
Example:
Nigeria
Methods:
- Flat Rate
- Free Shipping
- Local Pickup
Example:
Lagos = ₦2,000
Outside Lagos = ₦5,000
Step 9: Configure Taxes (Optional)
Go to:
WooCommerce → Settings → Tax
Enable taxes if required for your business.
Step 10: Add Product Categories
Go to:
Products → Categories
Example categories for SKOC Global:
- WordPress Themes
- PHP Scripts
- ICT Training
- Website Services
- Hosting Packages
Step 11: Add Your First Product
Go to:
Products → Add New
Fill in:
Product Name
Example:
Hospital Management System
Product Description
Explain features and benefits.
Product Image
Upload a clear image or screenshot.
Step 12: Set Product Type
Choose:
Simple Product
Single item.
Variable Product
Different options such as:
- Basic
- Standard
- Premium
Downloadable Product
Perfect for:
- Themes
- Scripts
- E-books
- Courses
Step 13: Set Product Price
Example:
Regular Price: ₦25,000
Sale Price: ₦20,000
Step 14: Add Product Gallery
Upload:
- Screenshots
- Product previews
- Feature images
High-quality images increase conversions.
Step 15: Publish Product
Click:
Publish
Your product will appear in the shop.
Step 16: Create Essential Store Pages
WooCommerce automatically creates:
- Shop
- Cart
- Checkout
- My Account
Verify they exist under:
Pages
Step 17: Customize Shop Pages with Elementor
Install:
Elementor
You can customize:
- Homepage
- Product pages
- Landing pages
Elementor Pro provides advanced WooCommerce widgets.
Step 18: Configure Email Notifications
Go to:
WooCommerce → Settings → Emails
Customize:
- New Order Email
- Processing Order Email
- Completed Order Email
Use your business email address.
Step 19: Test the Store
Place a test order.
Verify:
- Product display
- Cart functionality
- Checkout process
- Payment gateway
- Order emails
Step 20: Install Recommended WooCommerce Plugins
Useful plugins:
- WooCommerce
- Elementor
- Rank Math
- LiteSpeed Cache
- WP Mail SMTP
Store Structure for SKOC Global
A suggested menu:
Home
Shop
- PHP Scripts
- WordPress Themes
- Digital Downloads
ICT Training
Services
- Website Design
- Hosting
- Maintenance
Blog
Contact
SEO Tips for WooCommerce
- Use unique product descriptions.
- Add keywords in product titles.
- Optimize images before uploading.
- Use SEO-friendly URLs.
- Add product reviews.
- Install Rank Math SEO.
- Submit your sitemap to search engines.
Example Product URL
https://skocglobal.com/product/hospital-management-system
This structure is cleaner and better for search rankings than URLs with random numbers or symbols.
For your SKOC Global website, WooCommerce can be used not only for physical products but also for selling PHP scripts, WordPress themes, ICT training materials, and website development services.
