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Order attribution

This is a common question by companies of all sizes If you've sold something however, which of your actions converted the buyer?

With order attribution tracking available on , a better knowledge of the customers you serve is at your fingertips. Discover which of your advertising strategies turned prospects into customers: this feature makes use of the last-click attribution method that gives all of the conversion credits to the final interaction before a customer lands on your website.

With 8.5 orders, order attribution tracking is accessible on all retailers and enabled as a default. You can enable or disable this option by heading to > Settings > Advanced > Options > Order Attribution.

A new style is added to the Product Details block

Released on February 16, 8.6 introduced a new block style for this block style. Product Details block. This style offers an updated design to the default product page and it is compatible with mobile phones.

Developer Documentation

The developer documentation is an innovative resource designed to help developers create amazing Woo stores, build themes or extensions, and make contributions directly to the open source code. Whether you're a seasoned developer or just starting your journey with , you'll get the most important guides and information specifically designed to satisfy your needs.

Blocks now part of

Everyone loves plugin consolidation, right? The Blocks plugin has been integrated into the plugin. The result is that Blocks-specific blocks will now be available out of the box without the need for an additional plugin to be installed on your site.

New block feature releases will be added to releases going forward.

Commands that are new in the Command Palette

We have added a variety of -specific commands to the Command Palette with the goal to streamline your process in managing your online store. Those include commands to create products and orders, navigate to specific product pages, or access specific analytics reports or the settings page.

Check-out using blocks

The future of customizing checkouts is now here and is completely code-free.

Block-based checkout is the latest building experience that provides all the features you require to create a frictionless completely customized checkout process without coding. Make it easier for your customers to move from purchase to cart using a checkout designed for conversion.

This option streamlines the purchasing flow with clearly defined steps, and there are no obstacles. Block-based checkout is also able to provide instant field validation, instant payment options, and integration with WooPayments.

More Woo news

Meet eCreations, a Platinum-certified WooExpert Agency

eCreations specializes in website design, WordPress development, and digital marketing. They offer comprehensive analysis, audits, solutions, and site maintenance to fit their clients requirements.

    Get in touch with eCreations to learn more.

Inspry Media promoted to Silver-certified WooExpert Agency

Inspry Media is an expert in development, design, and maintenance. They have worked in conjunction with Woo and WordPress since 2011. Inspry also provides customized plugins and API integration AI solutions, optimized hosting, and more.

    Get in touch with Inspry Media to learn more.

and Klaviyo: Watch the webcast replay

In a joint webinar with the director of content strategy at Klaviyo, Woo's Jessie Sigler chatted through planning strategies for marketing via email. The presentation explains how you can make use of the personalization tools within Klaviyo to help companies meet the expectations of their customers and distinguish themselves from other businesses.

    Check out the replay of the webinar at BigMarker today.

Complete guide to email marketing

Email marketing is a direct way to connect with your avid customers, and is a vital channel for any online store. We've put together a comprehensive information guide to all things related to related to email marketing in ecommercewhich includes the types of email campaigns and examples of excellent emails, campaign planning tips, and more.

No matter if you're completely not familiar with email marketing, or just need some fresh ideas, this guide is the perfect starting point for successful email marketing.

Blog post: New to the site: customer stories, more multichannels, as well as store security

We chatted with Dan-O's Seasoning the hugely popular U.S. seasoning brand and often a famous TikTok recipe creator, about everything they're doing to expand their reach and broaden their distribution. Before, they were it was on Shopify Dan-O's switch to Woo helps them test and launch new products before selecting full distribution in retail.

In the year that Peace Coffee expanded from local to nationwide sales, they needed a solution to the tax issues that came with it. We had a chat (virtually!) with folks of Peace Coffee and Avalara to discover more about the things that have turned Peace Coffee into a national brand.

If you're ready to start your shop and open it for new customers or market, this guide will assist you in deciding which areas to concentrate your efforts. The right choice of platform for your business will enable you to reach your ideal customers and enable you to exceed (or surpass!) their expectations.

If you're seeking to broaden your reach into new markets but without an enormous increase in your marketing spend and effort, then implementing an e-commerce aggregator could be the right choice for you. This article explains the different types of aggregators and what they do, and includes expert input from Woo's multichannel extension designers.

Everyone wants their site to be secure. However, this is even more crucial for ecommerce stores that deal with personal details and financial details. There's a good thing it comes with built-in security tools. That said, your customers and your company deserve more than just the minimum. Check out this document to learn the ways to add security to your business.

Woo is in the headlines

Enhance the chances of success for merchants by offering multiple payment options

Woo's Keala Gaines was recently featured in an article to ecommerce.co.za, a South African ecommerce publication. In the piece, Keala talks about the advantages and importance of offering a variety of payment options that customers can select from. "Keep in the forefront and include the payment options they're looking for today," she notes.

    Read the full report right here.

new in the Marketplace

Airwallex Pays

Increase international sales and save on foreign exchange fees with Airwallex Payments. Accept payment cards from all over the world, Apple Pay, Google Pay plus more than 60 local payment methods. Airwallex works With Woo Subscriptions and is accessible in a select number of countries throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Bookix Theme

Bookix is a responsive, new theme that transforms your store into a literary haven for book lovers. Bookix offers a range of homepage designs, allowing the user to personalize their experience according to your own preferences.

Dintero Checkout

Accept major debit and credit cards; buy now, make a payment later; as well as local payment methods with Dintero Checkout. Dinero is an all-in-one solution that helps stores boost conversion rates and offer a simple check-out. Dintero can be used by both B2B and B2C customers. Dintero is available for stores and retailers who are located in Norway as well as Sweden.

License Manager for

Automate managing your software's licenses using License Manager . The extension uses the WordPress REST API to activate the license, disable it, and check the validity of licenses. Migration to License Manager is simple thanks to the capability to import keys for licenses using CSV file.

M2E Multichannel Connect

M2E's Multichannel Connect streamlines your channel management efforts. This extension allows Woo store owners to connect and synchronize product catalogs with Amazon, eBay, and Walmart and more to come after 2024.

Theme Pizzeria

Pizzeria is a theme that was created specifically for fast food and restaurant businesses. This theme has a block pattern that is compatible, allowing for easy modification and a responsive mobile layout.

Price on Demand & Quote

Save time and effort in responding to price requests by using smart automation via Price on Request & Quote. This extension lets you electronically send quote documents as PDFs as well as create follow-up emails to remind customers and even negotiate with customers via live chat.

Choose List

Improve your management of orders with Pick List's intuitive interface and customizable configuration. Pick List's features include QR codes and barcode integration, mobile-first design and automated real-time tracking of orders Multi-language support and more.

The SEO Framework

Take the guesswork out of SEO With The SEO Framework. This extension gives you intuitive, automatic recommendations to increase your product listing's visibility. Drive more organic traffic with single-page sitemaps, and fine-tuned metadata without needing SEO expertise.

smart social proof and FOMO

Show off and create demand in your shop with Smart Social Proof & FOMO (fear of missing out). This extension lets you showcase recent sales alerts, showcase limited-time offers, display customer reviews and live viewer counts, display countsdowns, low-stock figures and countdown timers as well as other features.

Viva.com Standard Checkout

Integrate the Viva.com payment gateway into your store for the most seamless way to gain instant access to your earnings. Viva.com Standard Checkout is easy to install and includes no hidden monthly charges or expenses. The extension is accessible in select countries throughout Europe and in the U.K.

Yoast SEO Premium Bundle

Make your product stand out in search results with new AI-powered features included within the Yoast SEO Premium Bundle. You can quickly write product names and descriptions by using dynamic AI, optimize your site to be search-friendly, and stand out from the crowd with attention-grabbing social media cards.

More newness from the Marketplace

Our last option, a speedround overview of other product updates and mentions in the media:

Until next time

We appreciate you taking time to check out this issue of the What's new with Woo blog series! We'll see you before we realize it in the following edition. Are you having any concerns regarding the highlights? Tell us about it in the comments.