The Ultimate Checklist for Launching Your WooCommerce Store
A step-by-step checklist covering everything from domain setup to test orders so you don't miss a thing.
Launching a WooCommerce store can feel overwhelming, but a simple checklist keeps you on track. Here's our ultimate pre-launch checklist, honed from helping hundreds of store owners.
First, make sure your domain and hosting are set up. Install WordPress and WooCommerce. Then, import our setup kit (or configure manually): set up payment gateway (Stripe or PayPal), configure shipping zones, and add tax rates. Create at least one product with a clear title, description, and images.
Next, test everything: place a test order from start to finish. Check that the confirmation email arrives and that the order appears in your dashboard. Verify that shipping calculations are correct. Ask a friend to test from a different browser.
Finally, set up essential plugins: a caching plugin (like WP Rocket), an SEO plugin (like Yoast), and a security plugin (like Wordfence). Write your legal pages: terms of service, privacy policy, and refund policy. Once all checks pass, you're ready to announce your store. Congratulations!