# Install and Setup WooCommerce

### Installing WooCommerce <a href="#installing-woocommerce" id="installing-woocommerce"></a>

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* Log in to your WordPress admin panel.
* Navigate to **Plugins** > **Add New Plugins**.
* In the search bar, type **WooCommerce**.
* Click **Install Now** next to the WooCommerce plugin.
* Once installed, click **Activate**.
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#### **WooCommerce Setup Wizard** <a href="#woocommerce-setup-wizard" id="woocommerce-setup-wizard"></a>

After activation, WooCommerce will guide you through its setup wizard:

1. **Store Setup** – Enter your store details (address, currency, industry).
2. **Payment Options** – Configure available payment methods.
3. **Shipping Settings** – Define shipping zones and rates.
4. **Recommended Features** – Choose optional WooCommerce extensions.
5. **Complete Setup** – Finalize and start adding products.

**Verify Installation**

To confirm WooCommerce is active:

* Go to **WooCommerce** in the WordPress dashboard.
* Ensure you see the WooCommerce settings and product options.

**Next Steps**

* Add your first product via **Products** > **Add New**.
* Customize your store appearance using a WooCommerce-compatible theme.
* Configure additional settings in **WooCommerce** > **Settings**.

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