<ul class="wccom-tick-list-primary">
<li>Allow customers to be notified when they can purchase an item that is currently out of stock</li>
<li>Easily identify ‘most wanted’ products to prioritise re-stocking</li>
<li>Allow customers to easily review and edit their waiting lists</li>
<li>Maintain a record of users that have been emailed an in-stock notification</li>
<li>Easily manage your waitlists from the WordPress admin</li>
<li>Add the waitlist elements for any product anywhere you choose using our shortcode</li>
<li>Plug-and-play functionality – just install, activate and go!</li>
</ul>
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<h2>Keep customers happy with back-in-stock notifications</h2>
<p>Automatically notify customers when a product becomes available for purchase. The Waitlist for WooCommerce extension lets you track demand for out-of-stock items, making sure your customers feel informed, and therefore more likely to buy. Using a simple plugin, you can build up a waiting list of people wanting the unavailable item, then notify these customers automatically when products come back in stock.</p>
<h2>Set up in seconds</h2>
<p>It’s really easy to install and will instantly start turning missed opportunities into future sales. Customers register for an email alert to let them know when a product is back in stock, increasing the likelihood they’ll wait and shop with you instead of going to a competitor. It makes people feel valued by your business, and allows you to replenish stock intelligently based on demand.</p>
<h2>How it works</h2>
<p>It takes seconds for customers to join a waiting list via a button on the product listing of your WooCommerce store.</p>
<figure id="attachment_18734005296225" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-18734005296225" style="width: 796px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-18734005296225 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Screenshot_20250514_162030.png?w=796" alt="An example of a single product showing the "Join Waitlist" option" width="796" height="738" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-18734005296225" class="wp-caption-text">An out-of-stock product showing the option to join it’s waitlist</figcaption></figure>
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<p>As soon as you update your stock numbers on the site, everyone on the list automatically gets an email with a link to the product, making it super-simple for them to buy.</p>
<p>Waitlist for WooCommerce fully supports simple products, product variations and the children of grouped products.</p>
<h2>See who’s waiting for what</h2>
<p>With Waitlist for WooCommerce, shop managers can sort products by number of customers on their waiting list. This allows them to quickly prioritize which products to re-stock.</p>
<figure id="attachment_18734005296236" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-18734005296236" style="width: 896px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-18734005296236 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Screenshot_20250514_162513.png?w=896" alt="The product listing screen showing the additional column for displaying waitlist counts" width="896" height="369" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-18734005296236" class="wp-caption-text">An example of the added Waitlist column</figcaption></figure>
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<p>Shop managers can also view, manage and contact those on the waiting list for each product directly from the Edit Product screen through a custom product tab.</p>
<p><img class="wp-image-18734005296242 size-medium aligncenter" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Screenshot_20250514_162551.png?w=896" alt="" width="896" height="313" /></p>
<p>Here, it is easy to add/remove users from the waiting list, see archived lists, export a CSV of users on a waiting list/archive and adjust the waiting list options for this product.</p>
<h2>Allow users to manage their own waiting lists</h2>
<p>Users can view any products they have joined the waiting list for on the “Your Waitlists” tab on their “My Account” page.  This allows users to conveniently manage all their waiting lists in one place</p>
<figure id="attachment_18734005296248" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-18734005296248" style="width: 812px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img class="wp-image-18734005296248 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/10/Screenshot_20250514_162633.png?w=812" alt="waitlist tab shown on the WooCommerce my account page" width="812" height="606" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-18734005296248" class="wp-caption-text">The default “Your Waitlists” tab shown on the “my account” page</figcaption></figure>
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<h2>Get it working your way</h2>
<p>Waitlist for WooCommerce comes with plenty of options for you to get the most from the plugin, including the following:</p>
<ul class="wccom-tick-list-secondary">
<li>options to display opt-in elements when users sign up to a waitlist</li>
<li>options to also display waitlist buttons on archive pages (e.g. the shop page/product category pages)</li>
<li>options to add google analytic tracking codes to Waitlist for WooCommerce emails</li>
<li>options to email a site administrator when a customer joins a waitlist</li>
<li>options to set a minimum stock before Waitlist for WooCommerce in-stock notifications are sent out</li>
<li>and more…</li>
</ul>
<h2>Extend and customize</h2>
<p>The default setup is ‘plug and play’, but Waitlist for WooCommerce adds a large number of WordPress action and filter hooks allowing you to customize it to suit your exact needs (See <a href="https://woocommerce.com/document/woocommerce-waitlist/#section-12">documentation</a> for more information). Customizations include:</p>
<ul class="wccom-tick-list-secondary">
<li>Choosing the wording for notification emails</li>
<li>Tweaking the design of ‘join waiting list’ buttons</li>
<li>Hooking in extra functionality when users are added to/removed from a waiting list</li>
<li>Altering the design of the “Your Waitlists” page added to the “My Account” section</li>
</ul>
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<p><em>Waitlist for WooCommerce</em> is now compatible with the following extensions:</p>
<ul>
<li>WooCommerce Subscriptions</li>
<li>WPML (The WordPress Multilingual Plugin)</li>
<li>The Events Calendar (from ModernTribe)</li>
<li>Product Bundles for WooCommerce (please see the FAQs on the documentation page for more information)</li>
</ul>
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Waitlist

<p>With Waitlist for WooCommerce customers can register for email notifications when out-of-stock products become available.</p>

<ul class="wccom-tick-list-primary">
<li><strong>Recover abandoned carts with automated email reminders</strong></li>
<li><strong>Limit cart size to simplify customer shopping experience</strong></li>
<li><strong>Enable one-click clear cart functionality for seamless cart management</strong></li>
<li><strong>Redirect customers to shop or custom pages for better engagement</strong></li>
<li><strong>Track and analyze cart activity logs for actionable insights</strong></li>
<li><strong>Customize cart clearing buttons with tailored text and styling</strong></li>
<li><strong>Boost site performance by clearing inactive carts automatically</strong></li>
<li><strong>Support specific user roles with tailored cart management features</strong></li>
<li><strong>Show active and ordered carts in the abandoned cart listing</strong></li>
<li><strong>Improve customer retention by simplifying and streamlining cart processes</strong></li>
</ul>
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<p>Managing carts effectively is essential for running a successful online store, but many businesses face problems in this area. Shoppers may leave their carts due to too many items, outdated products, or a lack of simple options to manage their carts. Without tools to automatically clear carts, recover abandoned ones, or track customer activity, businesses miss chances to improve the shopping experience and increase sales. Not having features like custom cart rules, easy redirection, or activity tracking makes it harder for stores to work efficiently and grow their revenue. That’s where Smart Cart Manager makes all the difference.</p>
<p>The Smart Cart Manager plugin solves these challenges by offering a complete solution for cart management. You can enable features like automatic cart clearing, abandoned cart recovery reminders, and cart size limits to enhance the shopping experience. With customizable options for one-click cart clearing, activity tracking, and personalized messages, the plugin provides full control over cart behavior. This tool helps reduce cart abandonment, streamline customer checkouts, and create a more organized shopping experience, ultimately boosting customer satisfaction and driving higher sales.</p>
<h2>Benefits</h2>
<h3>Boost Sales with Abandoned Cart Reminders</h3>
<p>The Abandoned Cart Reminders feature sends automated email notifications to customers who abandon their cart. You can customize when these reminders are sent, based on a time delay of your choice. By reminding customers of the items they left behind, you can significantly reduce cart abandonment and increase the chances of a purchase. You can also send email manually to any user by clicking the Send Email Now button on view abandoned cart page.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-18734004777305 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/abandoned-cart-view.png?w=896" alt="abandoned cart recovery dashboard" width="896" height="381" /></p>
<ul>
<li>You can set the reminder time (in days and hours) after which a reminder is triggered.</li>
<li>Emails are sent automatically to the customer to encourage them to return and complete their purchase.</li>
</ul>
<p>This feature helps recover sales that would otherwise be lost due to abandoned carts. Automated reminders save time while increasing your store’s conversion rate, making it an essential tool for boosting revenue without additional effort.</p>
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<h3>Streamline Shopping with One-Click Cart Clearing</h3>
<p>With One-Click Cart Clearing, customers can quickly and easily clear their entire cart with a single button click. This feature is ideal for users who want to start fresh or are unsure about the items they want to purchase.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-18734004777315 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/clear-whole-cart-button.png?w=896" alt="Clear cart on single button click" width="896" height="683" /></p>
<ul>
<li>You can enable the “Clear Cart” button on the cart page.</li>
<li>You can also customize the button text, style, and choose whether to show a confirmation message before clearing the cart.</li>
</ul>
<p>Offering a one-click solution to clear the cart can improve the user experience by providing convenience and reducing cart clutter. This feature helps customers make quick decisions, increasing the chances of a smoother shopping experience and higher conversion rates.</p>
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<h3>Limit Cart Size for Better Management</h3>
<p>The Limit Cart Size feature enables you to set a maximum number of items that can be added to the cart. This is useful for preventing customers from overloading their cart and potentially affecting inventory or shipping costs.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-18734004777319 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cart-size-limit.png?w=896" alt="limit maximum number of items in the cart" width="896" height="647" /></p>
<ul>
<li>You can enable the “Limit Cart Items” option and set the maximum number of items allowed in the cart.</li>
<li>You can apply this limit to all products or only specific categories or items.</li>
</ul>
<p>Limiting cart size helps in managing inventory efficiently and ensures that shipping and handling processes are optimized. It also reduces the chances of customers abandoning their cart due to unrealistic quantities, thus maintaining profitability and customer satisfaction.</p>
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<h3>Track Cart Activity with Detailed Logs</h3>
<p>The Cart Activity Logs feature allows you to track every action customers take in their cart, including adding products, removing items, or updating quantities.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-18734004777332 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cart-activity-logs-listing.png?w=896" alt="Cart activity tracking of the users" width="896" height="315" /></p>
<ul>
<li>You can enable logging for various cart actions, such as “Add to Cart,” “Remove from Cart,” and “Quantity Updated.”</li>
<li>Activity logs include data like the number of orders and total revenue generated by each user.</li>
</ul>
<p>By tracking detailed cart activity, you can gain valuable insights into customer behavior. These insights can inform decisions around product placements, promotions, and customer engagement strategies. With this data, you can fine-tune your marketing efforts and optimize the shopping experience to boost conversions.</p>
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<h3>Automatically Clear Cart After Inactivity</h3>
<p>The Automatic Cart Clear feature helps you automatically clear the cart after a set period of user inactivity. This ensures that abandoned carts don’t linger and that you maintain a clean, efficient shopping environment for your customers.</p>
<p><img class="alignnone wp-image-18734004777338 size-medium" src="https://woocommerce.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/auto-clear-cart.png?w=896" alt="automatic cart clear settings" width="896" height="391" /></p>
<ul>
<li>You can configure the time duration of inactivity (in days) after which the cart is automatically cleared.</li>
<li>This feature can be set for both logged-in and guest users.</li>
</ul>
<p>Automatic cart clearing helps to prevent cluttered carts that may never convert, freeing up resources and improving store performance. It also ensures that you are not carrying potential abandoned items, leading to more accurate stock management and improved customer experience.</p>
<p>By integrating these features into your WooCommerce store, you’ll enhance your customer’s shopping experience, optimize your cart management, and ultimately increase conversions and profits.</p>
<p>Don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your store to the next level. Buy the <strong>Smart Cart Manager</strong> plugin today and watch your sales soar!</p>

Smart Cart Manager

<p>Smart Cart Manager for WooCommerce boosts sales with auto cart clear, size limits, cart recovery, one-click clearing, and full activity tracking.</p>

Waitlist vs Smart Cart Manager