WooCommerce is an open-source e-commerce plugin for WordPress, designed to help online merchants of all sizes create and manage their stores. Launched in 2011 by WooThemes, it quickly gained traction for its ease of installation and extensive customization options. In 2015, WooCommerce was acquired by Automattic, the parent company of WordPress.com, which continues to develop the platform. The plugin offers a variety of features, including product management, payment processing, shipping options, and inventory control. Users can enhance their stores with numerous extensions and themes, and WooCommerce also provides mobile apps for iOS and Android for on-the-go management. With over 3.9 million websites using WooCommerce, it serves a diverse global customer base, particularly appealing to small and medium-sized businesses seeking flexible e-commerce solutions. In 2023, the company rebranded to Woo, while the core platform retains the WooCommerce name.
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WooCommerce is the open-source ecommerce platform for WordPress that powers success for more than four million online stores. WooCommerce is built and supported by Woo, along with contributions from a global community of developers.
New research indicates that AI agents are actively engaged in online shopping, with many merchants unprepared for this trend, creating a potential opportunity for MSPs to guide clients on AI readiness and platform optimization for their WooCommerce stores.
Read moreFounded
2008
Employees
210
Industry
information technology & services
Headquarters
San Francisco, California, United States
WooCommerce POS has expanded its availability, now supporting iPhone devices specifically in the UK, a significant update for MSPs managing or deploying POS solutions for their clients.
WooCommerce's product and engineering teams are prioritizing the core plugin for the next few months, indicating a focus on foundational improvements important for MSPs managing client sites and planning future deployments.
Read moreThe latest update to WooCommerce Bookings introduces highly requested CSV import/export functionality, along with significant calendar enhancements and accessibility improvements. MSPs managing WooCommerce stores with booking functionalities will find these updates critical for data management and operational efficiency.
Read moreThis article covers recent changes in UK shipping regulations and provides guidance for e-commerce businesses on how to adapt. MSPs supporting UK-based WooCommerce clients will need to be informed about these operational and compliance changes to assist with platform configuration and client advisement.
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