Digital Downloadable Products Selling eCommerce Website

To create a digital downloadable products eCommerce website using WordPress, a server environment, and plugins like Elementor, follow this step-by-step guide:

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1. Set Up a Local/Live Server:

Local Server (for testing):

• Install XAMPP or Local by Flywheel to create a local development environment.
• Place WordPress files in the htdocs folder (e.g., C:\xampp\htdocs\).

Live Server (for production):

• Purchase a domain and hosting service (e.g., Bluehost, SiteGround).
• Use cPanel or your hosting provider’s dashboard to install WordPress.

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2. Install WordPress:

1. Download WordPress from wordpress.org.
2. Extract the WordPress files and place them in the server’s root directory (htdocs for XAMPP).
3. Set up the database:
   • Go to localhost/phpmyadmin (local server) or your hosting’s database manager.
   • Create a new database (e.g., wordpress_db).
4. Open your browser and go to http://localhost/your-folder-name or your domain.
5. Follow the WordPress installation steps, entering the database name, username, and password.

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3. Install Essential Plugins:

1. WooCommerce:
   • Go to Plugins > Add New and search for WooCommerce.
   • Install and activate it.
   • Configure WooCommerce for selling digital products:
     • Navigate to WooCommerce > Settings > Products.
     • Set Downloadable Products options (e.g., enable file downloads after payment).
     • Configure payment gateways (PayPal, Stripe, etc.).
2. Elementor:
   • Install Elementor for drag-and-drop page building.
   • If you want additional functionality, install Elementor Pro.
3. Download Manager (optional for advanced downloads):
   • Use this plugin for better file management.
4. Yoast SEO or Rank Math:
   • Optimize your site for search engines.
5. WP Super Cache or W3 Total Cache:
   • Speed up your website.

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4. Install a WooCommerce-Compatible Theme:

Choose a theme designed for eCommerce and digital products:

• Astra (with WooCommerce and Elementor integration).
• OceanWP.
• GeneratePress.

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5. Create Pages Using Elementor:

Use Elementor to design essential pages:

1. Home Page:
   • Add a headline (e.g., “Access All Essential Digital Products with Just One Click”).
   • Include attractive visuals and CTAs.
2. Shop Page:
   • WooCommerce automatically creates this. Use Elementor WooCommerce widgets to customize it.
3. Product Pages:
   • Add digital products in WooCommerce > Products > Add New.
   • Under Product Data, set the product as Downloadable.
4. About Us, Contact Us, Dashboard:
   • Design these pages using Elementor.

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6. Fix PHP Error (Array Offset on Null):

The error in your screenshot occurs due to an issue in WooCommerce’s abstract-wc-widget.php. To resolve:

1. Update Everything:
   • Ensure WooCommerce, WordPress, PHP, and your theme are up-to-date.
2. Debug the Issue:
   • Open the file (abstract-wc-widget.php) at the mentioned line (163).
   • Wrap the code with a null check:phpCopy codeif (isset($array['key'])) { // Execute the code safely. }
3. Switch to a Default Theme:
   • Activate a theme like Twenty Twenty-Three to check if the issue is theme-related.
4. Reinstall WooCommerce:
   • Delete and reinstall WooCommerce to replace any corrupted files.

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7. Test the Site:

• Add sample products and ensure downloads work after purchase.
• Test the checkout process and payment gateway.

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8. Launch the Website:

• Move your local WordPress site to a live server using plugins like All-in-One WP Migration.
• Set up SSL for secure transactions.

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