5. Making Product Categories Private
Sometimes, you might want to make certain product categories private (e.g., exclusive products for a group of users). You can do this by using the WooCommerce Catalog Visibility Options or with plugins that provide category visibility restrictions.Example: Hide Categories Based on User Role
Use a plugin like WooCommerce Catalog Visibility Options to hide categories from guests or specific users. You can also use WooCommerce Memberships to make entire product categories available only to certain members.Conclusion
Creating a private store with WooCommerce can be done in various ways, depending on the level of restriction and customization you want. The most user-friendly method involves using a WooCommerce private store plugin, but you can also control access via user roles, password protection, or custom code.- If you need a full store privacy solution, go with a plugin that provides complete control over store access.
- For a more basic approach, use WooCommerce's built-in options to restrict access based on login status or user roles.
