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Question 1

How do I create an order form in WordPress without WooCommerce?

Accepted Answer

Use a form builder with payment fields: JetFormBuilder (free) or Formidable Forms can take orders and payments through Stripe or PayPal without running a full store. You give up inventory, tax, and shipping logic, so this fits simple single-product or service orders.

Question 2

Can customers order variable products from an order form?

Accepted Answer

Yes, customers can order variable products from an order form. Tables show variation dropdowns in each row or list every variation as its own row. The second option is better when buyers order multiple sizes or colors of the same item. On a one-page order form, the variation selector sits beside each product, and the chosen variation flows straight into the same-page payment.

Question 3

How should I handle variable products, quantities, and filters?

Accepted Answer

Variable products Table plugins handle variations two ways. Dropdowns within each row (fastest for a few options), or each variation itemized as its own row (better when customers order several sizes of the same item, like a wholesale apparel staple). In the free table plugin, variations open in a popup; for example, Barn2 and IgniteWoo render them in-row. On a FunnelKit one-page order form, variation selectors appear directly beside each selectable product, so a customer can order a medium and a large in one payment. Quantity rules Enable quantity fields everywhere, and pair them with min/max quantity rules if you sell wholesale. A minimum of 10 units per row prevents retail-sized orders slipping through your trade pricing. Search and filters Any table over 30 products needs a search box, and category filter dropdowns. A SKU column plus SKU search is the single biggest quality-of-life upgrade for repeat B2B buyers. On a one-page order form, curation replaces filtering. Therefore, keep the selectable list to roughly a dozen products and build separate funnels for each product line instead.

Question 4

What’s the difference between a quick order form and a bulk order form?

Accepted Answer

A quick order form optimizes reorder speed through SKU search, autocomplete, and minimal columns for buyers who know exactly what they want. A bulk order form optimizes volume by using quantity fields across many rows, min/max rules, and running totals. Most table plugins can be configured as either.

Question 5

When do I need a custom form builder?

Accepted Answer

Some orders can’t be modeled as products with variations. In areas where customers must upload files (print shops, custom engraving), the price depends on a calculation (per-square-meter materials, dimension-based quotes), you take quote requests instead of instant payment, or the form needs conditional logic that shows fields based on earlier answers. For those, build the order form in Formidable Forms (with calculations, uploads, and multi-step logic) or in JetFormBuilder (a capable free core for quote-style forms). You’ll trade away cart mechanics like stock sync and coupons, so use a form builder only when the input requirements demand it.

Question 6

Can you give me some order form ideas for different types of stores?

Accepted Answer

For wholesale and B2B ordering, combine a product table with role-based visibility so only logged-in wholesale accounts see the wholesale order form and trade prices while guests get your retail catalog. Add SKU and stock columns, enable min-quantity rules, and consider an invoice or purchase-order payment gateway for net-terms customers. For restaurant and food ordering, use a category-sectioned table that doubles as an online menu, with Starters, Mains, and Sides as filterable sections, images on, and short descriptions. Use product add-ons for options (“extra shot,” “no onion”) and set delivery order minimums. For distributors, med/dental suppliers, and consumables stores, the SKU-search style of the free Bulk Order Form plugin fits how buyers actually work. Layer on quantity-based discounts to reward larger rows, and add an order bump for the consumable everyone forgets.

Question 7

What products can I present to my shoppers in order forms?

Accepted Answer

You can offer various types of products to your shoppers in your order forms. Shoppers can filter products by category or tags in a product table. If you want to include an order table on a checkout page, we recommend offering items from a specific category. If your store deals in more than one product category, it’s recommended to set up multiple order forms. You can present products related to beauty treatment, health and fitness, clothing and apparel, and more.

Question 8

Do I need a separate WooCommerce theme when using Bricks?

Accepted Answer

No, you don't need a separate WooCommerce theme when using Bricks. Bricks is a theme with built-in full WooCommerce support. During the WooCommerce setup wizard, skip the theme suggestion step and keep Bricks active.

Question 9

Are there ready-made Bricks WooCommerce templates?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are ready-made Bricks WooCommerce templates. Bricks supports remote templates, and several community shops sell full WooCommerce layout packs. For the checkout and funnel side, FunnelKit includes more than 20 templates designed specifically for Bricks.

Question 10

Does Bricks keep standard WooCommerce hooks working?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Bricks keeps standard WooCommerce hooks working. Bricks intentionally preserves WooCommerce’s functionality and hooks, so extensions and payment gateways that depend on them continue to work under your custom templates.

Question 11

Can I add a mini cart or side cart with Bricks?

Accepted Answer

You can place Bricks’ cart elements in your header template to show the cart state. For a sliding side cart with cross-sell prompts, add a dedicated plugin such as the free FunnelKit Sliding Cart alongside Bricks.

Question 12

Will Bricks slow down my WooCommerce store?

Accepted Answer

No, Bricks does not slow down my WooCommerce store. Bricks generates leaner markup than heavier builders, which is one of the main reasons agencies choose it for ecommerce work.

Question 13

Can I show ACF or Metabox fields on Bricks product pages?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can show ACF or Metabox fields on Bricks product pages. Use dynamic data tags in any text or image element to output custom fields, so specs, ingredients, or size charts render automatically on every product.

Question 14

Do WooCommerce subscription plugins work with Bricks?

Accepted Answer

Yes, WooCommerce subscription plugins work with Bricks. Because Bricks preserves standard WooCommerce hooks, subscription plugins that follow WooCommerce conventions render their pricing and sign-up options inside your Bricks templates.

Question 15

Can we customize the Bricks checkout with custom code instead of a plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can customize the Bricks checkout with custom code instead of a plugin. You can adjust fields and layout through WooCommerce hooks and CSS, but it is fragile and prone to breaking with updates. For anything beyond small tweaks, a checkout plugin is safer and faster to maintain.

Question 16

How do I add a cart icon to my WooCommerce header menu?

Accepted Answer

Enable the floating cart icon in the plugin settings for a persistent on-screen button, and for the header specifically, use the cart menu setting or paste the cart shortcode into a custom menu item. That gives you a clickable cart link in your navigation without editing any template files.

Question 17

How do I customize the WooCommerce cart page?

Accepted Answer

You can restyle the default cart page with your theme's customizer, a page builder, or CSS. But a side cart largely removes the need to: because shoppers review, adjust, and check out from the slide-out drawer, most never load the standalone cart page, so you tune the drawer instead of the page.

Question 18

Does a side cart work with Elementor?

Accepted Answer

No, a side cart does not work with Elementor. You can restyle the default cart page with default customization settings or custom CSS.

Question 19

Is there a free WooCommerce side cart plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is a WooCommerce side cart plugin, like FunnelKit Cart Lite, that is free on WordPress.org and includes a slide-out drawer, a floating icon, quantity editing, an in-cart coupon field, and basic customization. You only need Pro for revenue features like free-shipping bars, upsells, and express checkout.

Question 20

Can customers check out directly from the side cart?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Enable express checkout to show one-tap wallet buttons (Google Pay, Apple Pay) inside the drawer, letting shoppers pay without ever loading the cart or checkout page. Keep the standard checkout button available for buyers who don’t use wallets.

Question 21

What is the mini cart function in WooCommerce?

Accepted Answer

The mini cart is WooCommerce's default widget that displays a small summary of basket contents, usually a dropdown from a header icon showing the item count and subtotal. It previews the cart but offers little interactivity. A slide-out side cart converts better because shoppers can edit quantities, apply coupons, see a free-shipping bar, and check out without a page reload.

Question 22

Why should I add TikTok pixel to WooCommerce?

Accepted Answer

Enhanced ad targeting TikTok Pixel tracks user behavior on your WooCommerce store, such as page visits, product views, and completed purchases.  This data allows you to create custom and lookalike audiences on TikTok, enabling highly targeted ads for users who have shown interest in your products. Optimize ad spends TikTok Pixel lets you allocate your ad budget effectively by tracking user interactions and conversions. You can focus on high-performing campaigns, minimizing costs associated with less effective ads while improving your return on ad spend (ROAS). Accurate conversion tracking TikTok pixel captures detailed conversion data, enabling you to see the number of sales, leads, or other valuable actions directly attributed to your TikTok ads. This data insight is key for assessing the effectiveness of your ad campaigns while identifying areas for improvement. Retargeting capabilities TikTok pixel allows you to target potential customers who visited your WooCommerce store but didn’t make a purchase. By retargeting, you can re-engage these users with reminders, discounts, or promotions, increasing the likelihood of conversion. Valuable insights into user behavior The TikTok pixel provides detailed insights into how users interact with your WooCommerce site.  It helps you identify the most popular products, users’ buying behavior, and potential obstacles they face.

Question 23

Where can I view the TikTok pixel for campaign performance?

Accepted Answer

You can view TikTok pixels for campaign performance inside your TikTok Ads Manager account. Click on 'Reporting' to view how your ad campaigns are performing. It can also automate generating your report in XLSX or CSV format. Therefore, you can view all the details about your TikTok ads campaign performance tracking here.

Question 24

What’s the best pixel size for TikTok?

Accepted Answer

This one's a common mix-up. The “TikTok pixel” for conversion tracking isn’t an image and has no dimensions; it’s a tracking code. If you mean TikTok ad creative, the recommended video resolution is 1080×1920 (9:16 vertical), which fills the full-screen feed. The tracking pixel and the ad's visual size are unrelated.

Question 25

Can I add the TikTok pixel with custom code instead of a plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can manually paste TikTok’s base pixel code into your theme header. We do not recommend it for stores, because you lose automatic e-commerce event tracking, dynamic values, and deduplication, and any theme update can wipe your changes. A plugin handles all of this for you.

Question 26

Can Upsell Popups Increase Conversion Rates in WooCommerce?

Accepted Answer

Yes, upsell popups can significantly increase conversion rates in WooCommerce. By recommending relevant products at key moments, such as after a purchase or during checkout, these popups encourage customers to add more items to their cart. This increases the likelihood of completing a sale and boosts overall conversions

Question 27

Why is It Important to Show WooCommerce Upsell Popups?

Accepted Answer

Maximize sales and revenue: Personalized upsell popups at the right moment target individual customer needs, boosting overall profitability. Increase average order value: Timely product recommendations encourage customers to add complementary items to their carts. Reduce cart abandonment: Relevant suggestions, sometimes paired with discounts, help convert hesitant shoppers. Boost engagement: Guided product suggestions make the shopping journey easier, encouraging customers to explore more. Build loyalty: A smooth, enjoyable shopping experience encourages repeat visits and long-term customer loyalty. Enhance customer retention: Positive experiences keep customers connected and satisfied with your store. Simplify shopping: Showing relevant products reduces search effort and creates a seamless experience for shoppers.

Question 28

Can I offer discounts on upsell products in the pop-up?

Accepted Answer

Yes, With FunnelKit Funnel Builder, you can easily offer discounts on one-click upsells. Also, on the cart popup, you can offer a discount by adding a sale price on that product.

Question 29

Do upsell popups slow down my site?

Accepted Answer

If the plugin is heavy, then it can slow down your site. But if you use FunnelKit plugins, you have nothing to worry about because these plugins are super lightweight.

Question 30

When is the best time to display an upsell pop-up?

Accepted Answer

The ideal time is usually right after a customer adds an item to their cart or right after they check out. We have shared both processes in this blog.

Question 31

Will upsell popups work on mobile devices?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you use FunnelKit for your upsell popup, then they will work seamlessly on mobile devices, as these plugins are device-responsive.

Question 32

How Do WooCommerce Upsell Popups Work?

Accepted Answer

WooCommerce upsell popups work by displaying targeted product suggestions at key moments like before checkout or after adding an item to the cart to encourage customers to buy complementary or higher-value products and boost your store’s average order value.

Question 33

What are the common mistakes to avoid with WooCommerce upsell popups

Accepted Answer

Common mistakes to avoid with WooCommerce upsell popups include: Showing too many products at once and overwhelming customers Displaying irrelevant or low-value offers Triggering popups too early or too often Using generic designs that don’t match your store’s branding Not testing different offers or placements for best results Ignoring mobile optimization, causing poor user experience

Question 34

Is an order bump the same as an upsell popup?

Accepted Answer

No. An order bump lives on the checkout page itself, usually as a checkbox or small card below the order summary. There's no overlay, no popup, nothing sliding in. It's a checkout tactic, not a popup. See our order bump guide for how to set one up.

Question 35

Why should I offer buy now pay later in WooCommerce?

Accepted Answer

Increased sales: Attract more customers by offering the ability to spread payments over time. This makes the purchase affordable and accessible, particularly for larger-ticket items. Improved conversion rates: Significantly reduce cart abandonment and increase conversions because customers are more likely to place their orders when they have the option to pay later. Enhanced customer experience: Understand and cater to your customers’ preferences for flexible payment methods. This allows you to enhance your customers’ overall shopping experience and satisfaction. Competitive advantage: Helps differentiate your store from competitors and attract customers who actively seek flexible payment solutions to buy their favorite products.  Increased order value: Encourages customers to buy additional items or upgrade to high-value products. Since they can spread out the cost over time, it leads to a higher average order value in your online store. Expanded customer base: Appeals to shoppers who have financial constraints making upfront purchases but are willing to pay later. This helps expand your customer base while increasing sales. Reduced risk of payment fraud: It combines advanced technology, strict security measures, and collaboration with merchants to reduce the risk of payment fraud and provide a secure shopping experience for customers.

Question 36

How much does BNPL cost your store?

Accepted Answer

Pay-later fees are meaningfully higher than card processing. For context, a standard card sale on Stripe costs about 2.9% + $0.30. Here is what pay-later providers charge on top of that baseline. ProviderTypical merchant feeCost on a $100 orderKlarna3.29 to 5.99% + $0.30~$3.59 to $6.29Affirm~5.99% + $0.30~$6.29Afterpay~4 to 6% + $0.30~$4.30 to $6.30PayPal Pay LaterNo BNPL surcharge (standard ~3.49% + $0.49)~$3.98Sublium (native installments)No financing fee, just your gateway rate (~2.9% + $0.30)~$3.20 The provider pays you in full upfront, covers fraud, handles chargebacks and disputes, and absorbs the loss if the customer never pays. That is genuine risk transfer, not just a payment rail. High-volume merchants, roughly $5 million or more in annual revenue, can negotiate rates down. Klarna, for example, drops toward 3.29% for large sellers. Whether the fee pays for itself depends on your average order value and product type. Afterpay merchants see about a 22% lift in cart conversions and a 40% lift in order value, while Affirm reports roughly a 70% lift in cart size. Those figures are strongest for higher-AOV, considered purchases such as furniture, electronics, and courses, where affordability is the genuine barrier to buying. For low-AOV impulse buys under $50, the hesitation is rarely about money, so the fee often outweighs any lift. In that case, fix the product page before adding BNPL. The only way to skip the fee entirely is not to use a provider at all. With native installments (Sublium, Method 2 above), you charge the customer in parts through your own gateway, so the only cost is your normal ~2.9% + $0.30 processing rate, the same as any card sale. You give up the provider’s guaranteed payment and default protection in exchange, which is why native installments fit digital products and services where you can pause access if a payment fails, while third-party BNPL fits physical goods you ship before you are paid in full.

Question 37

If a customer chooses Klarna through Google Pay or Apple Pay, do I still pay a fee?

Accepted Answer

Yes. When a shopper reaches a BNPL option through a wallet like Google Pay or Apple Pay, the transaction is still processed through your gateway, so your standard processing fee applies to that sale. The wallet is just the entry point, not a way to shift the merchant fee onto the customer.

Question 38

Can I offer buy now, pay later without a credit check or third party?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can offer buy now, pay later without a credit check or third party. A native installment setup lets you split a purchase into scheduled payments directly from your store, with no third-party underwriting and no per-order provider fee. Tools like Sublium handle this for WooCommerce, which is ideal for high-ticket items and recurring products.

Question 39

Can I surcharge or pass BNPL fees to customers?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot surcharge or pass BNPL fees to customers. Provider terms typically prohibit surcharging specifically for their pay-later method. Instead, price the cost into your products, negotiate a lower rate at scale, or use native merchant-run installments, which carry no third-party financing fee to pass on.

Question 40

Which BNPL provider is best for high-ticket items?

Accepted Answer

Affirm is usually the strongest choice for expensive products. It supports carts up to around $30,000 with longer monthly terms and no customer late fees, which builds trust on large purchases. Pay-in-four providers are better suited to smaller carts.

Question 41

Can I add buy now, pay later with custom code instead of a plugin?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot add buy now, pay later with custom code because it's not practical. BNPL requires a live connection to a provider's approval and settlement system, which a code snippet cannot replicate safely. A gateway or dedicated plugin is the reliable way to enable it.

Question 42

Does BNPL work with WooCommerce Subscriptions?

Accepted Answer

Third-party BNPL is for one-time purchases only. Stripe, Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, and PayPal all block it on recurring products. For a pay-over-time experience on subscriptions or high-ticket recurring items, use native installment billing instead.

Question 43

Is there a free WooCommerce buy now pay later plugin?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The FunnelKit Stripe Gateway is free to install and enables Klarna, Affirm, and Afterpay through Stripe. PayPal Gateway is also free for pay later options. Keep in mind the providers still charge their standard merchant transaction fees on each sale.

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