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In this unit, you:
- Learn what an SSL certificate is.
- See how to check whether your site has SSL installed.
- Set up a test PayPal account.
- Set up checkout and cart functions.
- Test your payment and checkout system.
Readings and Videos
Because you will be accepting payment from customers, your WooCommerce site needs to be secured with an SSL certificate. It may already be secured: check the URL for a lock symbol:
If you set up your WooCommerce site via Pantheon, you should see the SSL lock symbol. If not, read about Let's Encrypt below. And in general, it's wise to read up on SSL (which seems to be synonymous with TLC); see the links below.
TLS Basics. Synonymous with SSL.
SSL and HTTPS and WooCommerce. woocommerce.com
Let's Encrypt. A recommended way to get an SSL certificate free.
WooCommerce Payments. Video by Patrick Rauland.
WooCommerce PayPal Setup. Video by Patrick Rauland.
How To Set Up A PayPal Account & How To Use PayPal [2021]. Dustin Waller
How to Use PayPal - Beginner's Guide. Includes information on business accounts.
How To Setup Wordpress Woocommerce Cart & Checkout Page. From Treehouse 51.
Practice
Here's what to do for this unit:
- Set up payment for your Woocommerce site and checkout and cart capability.
- When you have completed these tasks, send the URL to admin@mcmassociates.io
Return
Return to your bookmarked main page.
Information and programs provided by admin@mcmassociates.io.