Setting Up Your WooCommerce SMM Website

This article is for users who wish to set up their WooCommerce WordPress SMM website themselves and plan to use the Panel Pro Plan for integration with MarketerPanel. If you need website development and hosting from us, consider opting for the Web Pro Plan.

Creating and setting up a WordPress website with WooCommerce is the first step to starting your social media marketing (SMM) business. A well-configured website enables you to showcase services, accept orders, and integrate seamlessly with MarketerPanel for automation. Here's a comprehensive guide to setting up your WooCommerce SMM website.

WooCommerce, a powerful plugin for WordPress, transforms your website into a fully functional eCommerce platform. For SMM businesses, it offers flexibility to manage services like products, pricing, and orders efficiently. Combined with MarketerPanel, it provides automation, order syncing, and API integrations with SMM panels.

1. Hosting and Domain

   • Purchase a reliable hosting plan and register a domain name that aligns with your SMM business.
   • Popular hosting providers like Bluehost, SiteGround, or Kinsta offer WordPress-optimized hosting plans.

2. Install WordPress

   • Most hosting providers offer one-click WordPress installation.
   • Once installed, log in to your WordPress dashboard.

1. Install WooCommerce Plugin

   • Go to Plugins > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
   • Search for "WooCommerce" and click Install Now and then Activate.

2. Run the Setup Wizard

   • Follow WooCommerce's setup wizard to configure basic settings:
     • Store Details: Enter your business name, address, and country.
     • Payment Methods: Set up payment gateways (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).
     • Shipping Settings: Not required for SMM services. Skip this step.

1. Extra Product Options & Add-Ons for WooCommerce
   * Purchase and install this plugin to allow custom options for your WooCommerce products, necessary for processing orders via MarketerPanel.
   * Activate the plugin and configure additional fields for your SMM services.

2. Custom Order Status for WooCommerce
   * Install this plugin to set up custom order statuses, such as "In Process" and "In Review," which are required for auto-processing orders in MarketerPanel.
   * Configure the statuses to align with your workflow for smooth order management.

3. SEO Plugins (Optional)
   * Install plugins like Yoast SEO or Rank Math to optimize your website for search engines.

1. Go to Products > Add New in your WordPress dashboard.
2. Add each SMM service as a product:
   • Title: Enter the name of the service (e.g., Instagram Followers Package).
   • Description: Add details about the service, such as delivery speed, quality, and price.
   • Product Category: Add Product Category to categories the smm services.
     
   • Product Type: Set it as a "Simple Product." & "Virtual Product"
     
   • Price: Enter the regular price per service.
   • Extra Options: Use the Extra Product Options plugin to add custom fields (e.g., username, profile link). Check separate article for detailed instruction about how to Add SMM Service on Website.
     
3. Save the product and repeat for all services.

1. Choose a Theme

   • Select a WooCommerce-compatible theme tailored for SMM businesses. Examples include Astra, Flatsome, or Divi.
   • Customize the theme to match your brand with colors, logos, and layouts.

2. Set Up Pages

   • Create essential pages like Home, Services, About Us, Contact Us, and FAQ.
   • Use the WordPress page builder or Elementor for easy customization.

3. Add Payment Gateways

   • Go to WooCommerce > Settings > Payments and configure payment methods (e.g., PayPal, Stripe).

4. Enable WooCommerce API

   • Navigate to WooCommerce > Settings > Advanced > REST API.
   • Generate API keys (Consumer Key and Secret) to connect your website with MarketerPanel.

1. Add Your Website to MarketerPanel

   • Log in to MarketerPanel and go to Websites > SMM Websites > Add.
   • Select your plan (Panel Pro or Web Pro), enter your website details, and save.

2. Sync Services

   • Use MarketerPanel to sync your WooCommerce products (SMM services) for automated order processing.

3. Map Services with SMM Panels

   • Navigate to Panels > SMM Services Mapping to link your WooCommerce products with SMM panel services for seamless order fulfillment.

1. Optimize for SEO:
   Use keywords in your product titles and descriptions to attract organic traffic.

2. Focus on User Experience:
   Ensure your website is mobile-friendly and loads quickly to provide a smooth customer experience.

3. Offer Multiple Payment Options:
   Include popular gateways like PayPal and Stripe to cater to diverse customer preferences.

4. Monitor Performance:
   Use WooCommerce analytics and MarketerPanel dashboards to track sales and revenue.

Q: What if I don’t have a website?
If you don’t have a WooCommerce website, you can opt for our Web Pro Plan, where we will develop and host a fully functional SMM website for you.

Q: Do I need to purchase additional plugins?
Yes, you must purchase the Extra Product Options & Add-Ons for WooCommerce (paid) and Custom Order Status for WooCommerce (free) plugins for order processing via MarketerPanel.

Q: Can I add multiple websites?
Yes, MarketerPanel supports multi-website management. Each website requires individual integration and is billed separately.