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How to add a gift wrap option to Shopify
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to add a gift wrap option to Shopify using workarounds of Shopify’s default features and the powerful Dotstore Extra Fees Manager app. Do you want to add a gift wrap option to your Shopify store? Gifting has become a mainstream ecommerce behavior. Shoppers are no longer just buying […]
How to add an upcharge in Shopify [Step-by-step]
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to add an upcharge in Shopify using a workaround of the built-in settings and with the powerful Dotstore Extra Fees Manager Shopify upcharge app. Looking for an upcharge app for your Shopify store? Adding upcharges enables you to recover costs—like handling, payment processing, tariffs, or special services—without raising […]
How to restrict shipping in WooCommerce
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to set WooCommerce shipping restrictions using WooCommerce’s built-in features and with the Dotstore’s Hide Shipping Method plugin. Here, we’ll restrict shipping by country, state, postcode, product, and payment methods. Looking to set shipping restrictions in WooCommerce? As your store scales, you’ll likely need to tailor your shipping offerings […]
How to add WooCommerce product attachments [Tutorial]
Searching for a way to add a WooCommerce product attachment to your online store? In this tutorial, we’ll discuss how to add extra product information using a workaround of the default WooCommerce features and with the simple-to-use Product Attachment for WooCommerce plugin by the Dotstore. Want to add a WooCommerce product attachment to your online […]
How to add a handling fee in Shopify [Tutorial]
Do you want to add a handling fee in Shopify? In this in-depth tutorial, I’ll walk you through step-by-step instructions to add handling fees to Shopify orders using the native settings and with the simple-to-use Dotstore Extra Fees Manager Shopify app. Trying to find out how to add a handling fee in Shopify? If you […]
How to add a surcharge in Shopify [Step-by-step tutorial]
In this tutorial, we’ll show you step-by-step how to add a surcharge in Shopify using the native settings and with the Dotstore Extra Fees Manager Shopify surcharge app. Do you want to add a surcharge in Shopify? Business operating costs (think: packaging, labor, payment processing, handling fees, etc) are rising across the board and eating […]
How to add custom fees in Shopify [3 Methods]
We’ll show you 3 different ways to add custom fees in Shopify: with a free, simple-to-use Shopify custom fee app (Dotstore Extra Fees Manager), Shopify’s native 3rd party shipping carrier rates, and Shopify POS’s custom fee option (for retail sales). Do you want to add a custom fee in Shopify? Adding custom fees to Shopify […]
How to add a custom shipping method in WooCommerce
In this in-depth tutorial, I’ll show you step-by-step how to create a WooCommerce custom shipping method with the help of a free, readymade plugin and using custom code snippets. Looking to add custom shipping methods in WooCommerce? This tutorial has your back. As your business grows, you’ll likely reach a point where WooCommerce’s default shipping […]
WooCommerce blocker: Complete setup guide (2026)
Thinking about setting up a WooCommerce blocker to prevent unwanted users from registering or placing orders in your store? In this detailed tutorial, I’ll walk you through the steps to use a WooCommerce blocker plugin to filter out human and bot spammers, fraudsters, and other bad actors from your ecommerce site. Do you want to […]
How to set up extra shipping options for WooCommerce
Looking to add extra shipping options for WooCommerce? In this detailed guide, I’ll share 3 free plugins that help you extend WooCommerce shipping beyond the basics. Then, I’ll show you how to use them to set up extra shipping-related options like expedited shipping charges, handling fees, multiple store pickup points, pickup slots, and more. Do […]
How to fix the WooCommerce shipping methods not showing error (In-depth guide)
Running into the WooCommerce shipping methods not showing error? In this detailed guide, I’ll walk you through how to troubleshoot the problem step by step, so you can diagnose what’s causing it in your WooCommerce store. I’ll also share powerful plugins that make configuring shipping settings easier, whether you’re offering flat rates, local pickup, USPS […]
How to stop WooCommerce spam registrations (in-depth tutorial)
Tired of dealing with fake signups that slow down site performance, clutter your database, and distort analytics? In this detailed tutorial, I’ll show you how to prevent WooCommerce spam registrations from disposable emails, suspicious IPs, or specific high-risk countries. The best part? The entire process takes ten minutes or less, even for non-technical folks. Spam […]