Are you planning to take a break from your online shop? Perhaps you’re going on vacation or need some time off to rest and recharge.
Whatever the reason may be, it’s important to let your customers know that your shop will be temporarily closed. The good news is that most e-commerce platforms allow you to put your shop on vacation mode, which will display a message to visitors letting them know that you’re currently unavailable. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the steps of putting your shop on vacation mode.
Step 1: Access Your Shop Settings
The first step is to log in to your e-commerce platform and navigate to your shop settings. Depending on the platform you use, the location of these settings may vary. However, most platforms have a dedicated section for managing your store’s settings.
Shopify
If you’re using Shopify, click on the “Settings” tab in the bottom left corner of the screen. Then click on “Plan and permissions” and select “Vacation.”
WooCommerce
If you’re using WooCommerce, go to “WooCommerce” > “Settings” > “Products” > “General.” Scroll down until you see the option for “Vacation mode.”
Step 2: Enable Vacation Mode
Once you’ve accessed your shop settings, look for an option labeled “Vacation Mode” or something similar. Click on it to enable this feature.
In Shopify, simply switch the toggle button next to “Enable Vacation Mode” from off to on.
In WooCommerce, check the box next to “Enable vacation mode.”
Step 3: Customize Your Message
Now that vacation mode is enabled, it’s time to customize the message that will be displayed to your customers. This is your opportunity to provide information about when you’ll be returning and how to contact you in case of an urgent matter.
In Shopify, you can customize your message by typing it into the “Vacation message” field. You can also choose to automatically hide out-of-stock products or disable checkout while on vacation mode.
In WooCommerce, you can customize your message by typing it into the “Message” field. You can also choose to hide prices and/or prevent checkout while on vacation mode.
Step 4: Save Changes
After customizing your message, make sure to save your changes before exiting the settings page. This will ensure that the message is displayed properly when visitors land on your shop’s homepage.
Conclusion
Putting your online shop on vacation mode is a simple process that can save you from potential frustration with customers who are trying to buy from your store while you’re away. By following these steps, you’ll be able to let visitors know that you’re temporarily closed and when they can expect you back.