Weight based shipping can be an effective way to calculate shipping costs for your WooCommerce store. Here's how to add weight based shipping to WooCommerce in WordPress:
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Install and activate a weight based shipping plugin: There are several plugins available for adding weight based shipping to WooCommerce. Some popular options include "WooCommerce Table Rate Shipping" and "Advanced Shipping for WooCommerce." Install and activate the plugin of your choice.
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Configure the plugin settings: Once the plugin is activated, you'll need to configure the weight based shipping settings. This typically involves setting up different shipping zones (e.g., domestic, international) and defining the shipping rates based on the weight of the products.
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Add the weight based shipping rates to your store: After configuring the weight based shipping rates, you'll need to add them to your store. This can typically be done by adding a shortcode or widget to the relevant pages (e.g., cart page, checkout page).
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Test the weight based shipping rates: Before launching your weight based shipping rates, it's a good idea to test them to make sure they're working correctly. Place test orders with different product weights and make sure the shipping costs are being calculated correctly.
By following these steps, you can add weight based shipping to your WooCommerce store in WordPress. This can help you accurately calculate shipping costs based on the weight of the products, which can improve the customer experience and help you avoid losing money on shipping costs.
