The Advanced Settings section of your dashboard provides various options for configuring essential aspects of the e-commerce platform. While these settings offer business owners full control and transparency, it is highly recommended to leave them at their default values. Changing these settings can lead to disruptions in the site’s functionality and e-commerce features. Below is a detailed breakdown of the available settings:
1. Cart Page #
- Description: This setting designates the page where shoppers can review their shopping cart.
- Default Page:
Cart
2. Checkout Page #
- Description: This is the page where shoppers go to finalize their purchase.
- Default Page:
Checkout
3. My Account Page #
- Description: This page allows customers to manage their accounts.
- Default Page:
My account
4. Terms and Conditions #
- Description: If a “Terms” page is defined, customers will be required to accept the terms before completing their checkout.
- Default Setting: It is recommended to specify a terms and conditions page for legal compliance.
5. Endpoints #
- Endpoints are crucial for defining URLs for various actions within the checkout and account pages. The following endpoints are set by default:
- Pay:
- Endpoint for the checkout payment page.
- Default Endpoint:
order-pay
- Order Received:
- Endpoint for the order confirmation page.
- Default Endpoint:
order-received
- Add Payment Method:
- Endpoint for adding payment methods during checkout.
- Default Endpoint:
add-payment-method
- Delete Payment Method:
- Endpoint for removing payment methods.
- Default Endpoint:
delete-payment-method
- Set Default Payment Method:
- Endpoint for setting a default payment method.
- Default Endpoint:
set-default-payment-method
- Orders:
- Endpoint for viewing orders in the customer’s account.
- Default Endpoint:
orders
- View Order:
- Endpoint for viewing specific orders.
- Default Endpoint:
view-order
- Downloads:
- Endpoint for downloadable products in the customer’s account.
- Default Endpoint:
downloads
- Edit Account:
- Endpoint for editing account details.
- Default Endpoint:
edit-account
- Addresses:
- Endpoint for managing addresses.
- Default Endpoint:
edit-address
- Payment Methods:
- Endpoint for managing payment methods.
- Default Endpoint:
payment-methods
- Lost Password:
- Endpoint for the lost password recovery page.
- Default Endpoint:
lost-password
- Logout:
- Endpoint for logging out. Can be added to menus via a custom link.
- Default Endpoint:
customer-logout
6. Legacy API #
- Description: The legacy REST API is not enabled. Users are advised that the Legacy REST API has been transitioned to a dedicated extension.
7. Enable Tracking #
- Description: Store owners can choose to allow usage tracking of features. Unchecking this box ensures that the store remains untracked and no data will be collected.
- Recommendation: Opt-out if privacy is a concern.
8. Show Suggestions #
- Description: This setting controls whether suggestions for extensions from WooCommerce.com are displayed. If unchecked, users will see a static list instead.
9. Order Data Storage #
- Storage Options:
- WordPress Posts Storage (Legacy): Legacy method of storing order data.
- High-Performance Order Storage (Recommended): A modern, optimized method for storing order data. Compatibility mode can synchronize orders with the posts table.
- Sync Orders Now: Option to sync orders when there are discrepancies.
10. Analytics #
- Enable WooCommerce Analytics: Toggle to enable advanced analytics features for tracking performance.
- Order Attribution: Enable to track and credit channels and campaigns contributing to orders on the site.
11. New Product Editor #
- Description: Option to try the new product editor in beta.
12. HPOS Full Text Search Indexes #
- Description: Create and use full-text search indexes for orders. This feature is compatible only with high-performance order storage.
Conclusion #
The Advanced Settings section serves as a critical area for configuring the operational aspects of your store dashboard. While it is beneficial for business owners to be aware of these settings for transparency and control, it is advisable to leave them in their default state. Making unverified changes can potentially disrupt site functionality and e-commerce operations. For any adjustments or customizations, it’s essential to proceed with caution and consider consulting with a developer or Revamped GY support.
