{"id":103534,"date":"2024-02-05T02:29:48","date_gmt":"2024-02-05T02:29:48","guid":{"rendered":"\/tutorials\/?p=103534"},"modified":"2026-03-10T10:05:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-10T10:05:20","slug":"how-to-create-an-online-store-with-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"\/my\/tutorials\/how-to-create-an-online-store-with-wordpress","title":{"rendered":"How to Create an Online Store With WordPress in 7 Steps Using WooCommerce"},"content":{"rendered":"

As eCommerce platforms become more accessible, aspiring sellers get multiple options to start selling online or expand their offline store’s reach.<\/p>

One popular option is using WordPress and one of its most popular eCommerce plugins, WooCommerce. The platform and plugin’s user-friendly interface, extensive customization options, and scalability empower users of all skill levels to make their eCommerce stores.<\/p>

This WordPress tutorial will show you how to create an online store with WooCommerce. We’ll also go through the benefits of starting your online business venture on WordPress.<\/p>

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How to Start a WordPress Online Store in 7 Steps<\/h2>

WordPress has a wide range of plugins to scale your eCommerce site. In this tutorial, we’ll use WooCommerce<\/a>, one of the best free plugins for creating online stores.<\/p>

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Getting Started With WooCommerce<\/h4>\n

Check out our WooCommerce tutorial<\/a> to unlock the plugin’s full potential.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n\n\n<\/p>

Here are the seven essential steps to creating an eCommerce website with WordPress.<\/p>

1. Decide What You Want to Sell<\/h3>

Your product choices will shape the entire eCommerce business, from marketing strategy to store design. Basing this decision on your expertise and passion will make your business journey more enjoyable, boosting your investment in the growth and quality of your offerings.<\/p>

Use product research tools like Google Trends<\/strong> and Trend Hunter<\/strong> to find profitable products to sell. For more inspiration, see our list of trending products<\/a> and profitable things to make and sell<\/a> for inspiration.<\/p>

Whether selling physical or digital products, WordPress and WooCommerce can support your business needs. The CMS’s scalability and the plugin’s eCommerce functionality can handle different types of businesses, from boutiques to eBook marketplaces.<\/p>

2. Choose the Right WooCommerce Hosting Platform<\/h3>

Since WordPress is self-hosted, you need to buy web hosting and a domain name to run it. Many hosting options are available with various features at different prices, so pick one that best suits your needs.<\/p>

With Hostinger’s managed WooCommerce hosting<\/a>, you can save time by configuring WordPress installation and WooCommerce store setup during the onboarding process. Starting at RM29.99\/month<\/strong>, our hosting service provides a free domain name, SSL certificate, email, and automatic daily backups.<\/p>

We also provide a free in-house content delivery network (CDN)<\/a> for optimized performance, ensuring your eCommerce store works optimally even during peak traffic. <\/p>

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3. Configure WooCommerce Settings<\/h3>

Once you have installed WordPress, follow these steps to set up your WooCommerce website:<\/p>

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  1. Install and activate the plugin<\/a> to access the WooCommerce Setup Wizard<\/strong>. Click Set up my store<\/strong> to start the setup process.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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    1. Choose the seller profile that best describes your business venture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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      1. Fill in your online store’s name, location, product type, and email address.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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        1. WooCommerce offers free features to scale your WordPress eCommerce store. For now, click Continue <\/strong>to skip ahead.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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          1. After the initial setup is complete, it will redirect you to the WooCommerce dashboard.<\/li>\n<\/ol>

            4. Customize Your Store with an eCommerce Theme<\/h3>

            The store’s design influences your brand’s look and feel, impacting the shopping experience. Fortunately, WooCommerce has a wide range of excellent eCommerce themes for various business niches.<\/p>

            When choosing a theme for your eCommerce platform, prioritize a design that aligns with your brand and effectively displays your products. A good theme should be visually appealing, easy to navigate, and well-organized.<\/p>

            Follow these steps to change your online store’s design:<\/p>

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            1. Navigate to Appearance <\/strong>→ Themes <\/strong>from your WordPress dashboard <\/strong>and select Add New Theme<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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              1. Click Feature Filter<\/strong> and select eCommerce<\/strong> under Subject<\/strong> to show only eCommerce themes in the search results. Hit Apply Filters<\/strong> to confirm your choice.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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                1. Install and activate the WordPress theme<\/a> that best suits your online store.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                2. Click on the Customize<\/strong> button above your chosen theme. It will redirect you to WordPress Theme Editor<\/a>, where you can modify the site’s appearance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>
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                  Check out some of the best WooCommerce themes<\/a> to help you start:<\/p>