THINGS TO DO BEFORE GOING LIVE ON SHOPWARE 6?
2Hats Logic Solutions
Digital Transformation Partner | Driving End-to-End eCommerce Success
Launching an online store is a big step, beyond just a visually appealing website.
Shopware 6, a robust e-commerce platform, empowers businesses with diverse functionalities for engaging online storefronts. The journey from development to deployment demands meticulous attention to detail. Thorough pre-launch checks before going live on Shopware 6 are crucial.?
In this blog let’s explore the pivotal reasons behind the necessity of pre-launch checks in Shopware 6. By investing time and effort into a comprehensive pre-launch evaluation, and following secure ecommerce practices businesses can ensure a seamless, reliable, and customer-friendly online shopping experience. That helps to align with their brand image and meets the expectations of today’s digital consumers.
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Points to check before going live on Shopware 6
To ensure a smooth navigation experience, carefully adjust any manually maintained links within your Shopware shop. Begin by identifying all external and internal links, including those found in navigation menus, product descriptions, blog posts, images, and social media connections.?
Utilize the “Find & Replace” feature in your web browser or text editor to efficiently update outdated URLs. For dynamic content like forms and product pages, double-check links manually to guarantee accuracy.?
Finally, conduct thorough testing using a web crawler or manual clicking to verify that each link leads to the intended destination and functions as expected.
To start with a clean slate, clear out any lingering demo data from your Shopware shop. Begin by removing pre-populated customer accounts and addresses, followed by demo products and categories that you don’t plan to use.?
Check for demo orders and promotional codes and remove those as well. Finally, empty the Cache and Media directories to ensure your shop displays fresh, relevant information and operates smoothly.
To provide seamless delivery options for your customers, carefully configure shipping methods within your Shopware shop. Begin by reviewing available providers and selecting those that align with your budget, delivery goals, and target market. Next, set up shipping rates based on weight, destination, and other relevant factors.
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Divide your target market into geographical zones to ensure accurate rate calculations. For enhanced transparency, consider integrating with carrier APIs to enable real-time shipping quotes during checkout. Finally, conduct thorough testing using various products and locations to verify accurate pricing and estimated delivery times.
To enable real transactions, transition your payment methods from sandbox mode to live mode. Access your payment gateway settings within your Shopware shop and locate the option to switch modes.?
Provide the necessary credentials, such as API keys or other authentication details for your live payment accounts. Conduct thorough testing using various payment methods to guarantee smooth transactions and secure data handling.?
Finally, communicate with your customers to inform them about the switch to live payments and address any potential changes in payment options or procedures.
To ensure a flawless customer journey from browsing to purchase, conduct thorough testing of your Shopware shop’s order process. Step into your customers’ shoes by simulating real-world scenarios: add products to your cart, proceed through the checkout with different payment and shipping options, and verify that orders are correctly registered with accurate information.?
Monitor payment processing to guarantee smooth transactions and test email notifications to ensure timely and informative updates. Meticulously identify and address any issues that arise to guarantee a seamless experience for your customers from start to finish
To ensure your emails resonate with customers and deliver vital information effectively, take time to customize and test your Shopware shop’s email templates. Start by accessing the Email Templates section and selecting those you want to personalize, such as order confirmations, invoices, and abandoned cart reminders.?
Utilize the built-in editor or HTML code to tailor the text, layout, and branding to match your shop’s unique style. Include dynamic elements like placeholders and variables to automatically insert personalized information like customer names and order details. Conduct thorough testing by sending emails to yourself or other addresses to verify inbox delivery, proper display across devices, and compatibility with spam filters.
Customize email templates (order confirmations, shipping notifications, etc.) to match your branding and tone. Place a test order and check whether you receive the order confirmation without any problems. If no mail is sent, check your mailer settings. Ensure correct email addresses are set for recipient and sender. Test email delivery to ensure they arrive in inboxes and not spam folders continue reading..