Requirements Checklist
- WordPress 6.0 or higher
- WooCommerce 9.0 or higher
- PHP 8.0 or higher
Installation Methods
Manual Installation
- Download the plugin zip file
- Log into your WordPress dashboard
- Navigate to Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin
- Click “Choose File” and select the downloaded zip file
- Click “Install Now” followed by “Activate Plugin”
FTP Installation
- Download and unzip the plugin file
- Connect to your server via FTP
- Upload the plugin folder to
/wp-content/plugins/
- Log into WordPress dashboard
- Navigate to Plugins and activate “7th Circle Designs Coming Soon Products for WooCommerce”
Initial Setup
Creating Your First Coming Soon Product
- Create a new product or edit an existing one
- In the product data panel, select the “Coming Soon” tab
- Enable Coming Soon status
- Set optional fields:
- Expected release date
- Custom message
- Pre-order settings
- Publish or update the product
Verification Steps
- View your product on the front end
- Verify the Coming Soon message displays correctly
- Test pre-order functionality if enabled
- Check product visibility in shop and search results
Troubleshooting
Common Issues
- Settings not saving: Check user permissions
- Styling issues: Verify theme compatibility
- Pre-orders not working: Confirm pre-order settings are enabled
Support Resources
- View documentation
- Contact support
- Check system status: WooCommerce > Status
Security Notes
- Keep WordPress, WooCommerce, and the plugin updated
- Regularly backup your site before updates
- Use secure passwords and limited admin accounts
Updates
- Updates are delivered through WordPress
- Enable automatic updates or check regularly
- Review changelog before updating
- Backup before major version updates
Need help? Contact our support team.