Step-by-Step: WordPress + WooCommerce for TazaMall

• By Mohsin shakoor
• August 21, 2025August 21, 2025
• Education

0) Prereqs (10–20 min)

• Hosting: PHP 8.2+, MariaDB/MySQL 5.7+, HTTPS/HTTP2. (LiteSpeed hosting = easy speed win)
• DNS/SSL: Point domain → host, issue free Let’s Encrypt.
• Fresh WP: One-click install; create separate Admin (you) and Editor (content) users.

1) Base WordPress setup

• Settings → Permalinks: “Post name”.
• Users: turn off default “admin”; add 2FA later via security plugin.
• Media: enable WebP upload; set 2048px max size to avoid heavy images.

2) Pick a fast, Woo-ready theme

• Free, lightweight: Astra, Kadence, Blocksy (starter templates, great CLS).
• Woo-focused (premium): Flatsome, Porto, WoodMart (deep product widgets).
• Import a fashion/e-commerce demo to save time; replace colors/fonts in Customizer.

3) Install core plugins

• Store: WooCommerce
• SEO: Rank Math or Yoast (enable sitemap, breadcrumbs)
• Speed: LiteSpeed Cache (if on LiteSpeed) or WP Rocket
• Images: ShortPixel/Imagify (auto WebP; 75–80% quality)
• Security: Wordfence or iThemes Security (firewall + 2FA)
• Backups: UpdraftPlus → Google Drive/Dropbox (daily DB, weekly files)
• Analytics: Site Kit by Google (GA4 + Search Console)
• Email: WP Mail SMTP (domain email or transactional provider)

4) Run WooCommerce setup wizard

• Store details (PK), Currency: PKR, Weights: kg, Dimensions: cm
• Taxes: enable; show prices inclusive or exclusive (be consistent)
• Shipping:
  • Zone “Pakistan”: Flat Rate (e.g., PKR 200), Free over PKR X, Local pickup
  • Optional: weight-based plugin if you need tiered rates
• Emails: brand headers/colors; add store address & WhatsApp in footer

5) Payments (Pakistan-ready options)

Pick 1–2 to start. All below provide WooCommerce plugins/integration:

• JazzCash – official Online Payment Gateway; provides WooCommerce plugin + sandbox & docs. JazzCashsandbox.jazzcash.com.pk+1
• Easypaisa – official Online Payment Gateway; WordPress/WooCommerce plugin available. Home easypaisa+1
• PayFast (APPS) – Pakistan payment gateway; WooCommerce compatible per provider.
• Bank Alfalah – official WooCommerce plugin (cards). digitaltechsol.com
• HBL Pay – WooCommerce plugin available (cards).

Note: Stripe isn’t officially supported in Pakistan (check Stripe’s supported countries list). themenvato.com

Quick install flow (example: JazzCash/Easypaisa)

1. Apply for merchant account (KYC) → get Merchant ID/keys. corporateonboarding.jazzcash.com.pkHome easypaisa
2. Install the provider’s WooCommerce plugin. (JazzCash/Easypaisa list WooCommerce plugins.) JazzCashHome easypaisa
3. WooCommerce → Settings → Payments → enable gateway → paste keys → set PKR.
4. Run sandbox test orders, then switch to Live. sandbox.jazzcash.com.pk

6) Catalog structure (so shoppers find things fast)

• Categories (top-level nav): Men, Women, Kids, Electronics, Home, Beauty, Sports, “Taza Deals”
• Attributes: Size, Color, Brand, Material
• Products: use variable products for Size/Color; add 5–8 clear photos; compress to <200 KB each
• Filters: enable Filter by Price, Size, Color, Brand in sidebar/top bar

7) Homepage layout (high-converting wireframe)

1. Announcement bar: “Free shipping over PKR X | 7-day returns”
2. Hero: Big seasonal banner + “Shop Men / Women / Electronics” CTAs
3. USP strip (3–4 icons): Secure payments • Fast delivery • Easy returns • Support
4. Featured categories (image tiles, 2 rows)
5. New arrivals (8–12 products)
6. Best sellers / Trending (dynamic)
7. Limited-time deals (countdown)
8. Testimonials / Trust badges (payments, SSL)
9. Blog teaser (3 cards: style tips, buying guides)
10. Newsletter (10% off first order)
11. Footer: support links, WhatsApp, policies, payment icons

8) SEO & content quick wins

• Rank Math/Yoast: set titles, meta; submit sitemap to Search Console
• Category copy (80–120 words each) + internal links
• Blog: 1–2/week (e.g., “Smart Shopping in Pakistan”, “Sizing Guides”)
• Schema: enable Product, Breadcrumb, Organization in SEO plugin

9) Speed & security hardening

• Caching: enable LiteSpeed/RC + page & object cache
• Images: auto WebP; lazy-load; limit hero to ~200–300 KB
• CDN: Cloudflare (free)
• Security: firewall on, 2FA, reCAPTCHA on login/checkout, limit login attempts
• Backups: schedule daily DB + weekly files; test a restore monthly
• Staging: update plugins/themes on staging first

10) Launch checklist

• Test guest/registered checkout (COD + selected gateway)
• Verify taxes, shipping, emails, invoices
• 404s fixed; menu & search working; mobile checkout smooth
• Connect GA4, Search Console, Facebook Pixel (if running ads)

Bonus: If you need multi-vendor later

• Dokan or WCFM Marketplace (vendor dashboards, vendor commissions, separate shipping)
• Add “Become a Vendor” CTA + vendor T&Cs page

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