How To Remove Product Quantity From All Products In Woocommerce

How to Remove Product Quantity from All Products in WooCommerce (Easy Guide!)

So, you’re running a WooCommerce store and you’ve decided you don’t need that pesky quantity field on your product pages anymore? Maybe you sell unique, one-of-a-kind items, subscriptions, or services where stock levels aren’t really relevant. Whatever the reason, removing the quantity field is a simple process, and this guide will walk you through it step-by-step, even if you’re a complete beginner to WordPress and WooCommerce.

Think of it like this: imagine you’re running a vintage clothing store. You only have *one* of each item. Forcing customers to select a quantity of “1” every single time is just adding an unnecessary extra step to their shopping experience. Removing the quantity field makes things smoother and cleaner!

Why Remove the Quantity Field?

Before we dive into the how-to, let’s quickly recap why you might want to do this:

• Selling Unique Items: As mentioned, if each product is unique (like art, antiques, or handmade crafts), the quantity field is redundant.
• Selling Services or Subscriptions: For services like consulting, or subscriptions like monthly boxes, there’s often no need for a quantity field. You’re selling access or recurring services, not physical stock.
• Simpler User Experience: Removing unnecessary elements can streamline the buying process, leading to happier customers and potentially increased conversions.
• Inventory Management is Irrelevant: Maybe you have a separate system for managing inventory and don’t rely on WooCommerce’s built-in stock management.

Methods to Remove the Quantity Field

There are a few ways to achieve this. We’ll cover the simplest and most common methods: using a code snippet.

Important Note: Before making any changes to your website’s code, always back up your site. This ensures that you can easily restore your site if something goes wrong. You can use a plugin like UpdraftPlus for easy backups.

#### Method 1: Using a Code Snippet (Recommended for Beginners)

This is the easiest and safest method for most users. We’ll use a code snippet that you can add to your theme’s `functions.php` file (using a child theme – more on that below) or using a plugin specifically designed for adding snippets.

1. Creating a Child Theme (Highly Recommended):

Why a child theme? Directly editing your theme’s `functions.php` file is a bad idea. When your theme updates, all your changes will be overwritten and lost. A child theme inherits all the functionality and styling of the parent theme but allows you to make customizations without affecting the parent theme’s files.

If you don’t already have a child theme, here’s a quick way to create one:

• Option 1 (Simplest): Use a plugin like “Child Theme Configurator”. It automates the process and is very user-friendly. Install, activate, and follow the plugin’s instructions to create a child theme.
• Option 2 (Manual): Create a new folder in your `wp-content/themes/` directory. Name it something like `your-theme-child` (replace “your-theme” with your actual theme name). Inside this folder, create two files: `style.css` and `functions.php`.
• `style.css`: Add the following code:

/*

Theme Name: Your Theme Child

Theme URI: https://yourwebsite.com/

Description: Child theme for Your Theme

Author: Your Name

Author URI: https://yourwebsite.com/

Template: your-theme

Version: 1.0.0

*/

/* =Theme customization starts here

————————————————————– */

Important: Replace “Your Theme,” “yourwebsite.com,” “Your Name,” and “your-theme” with your actual theme details. The “Template” line is crucial; it tells WordPress which theme this is a child of.

• `functions.php`: Leave this file empty for now.

Activate your newly created child theme from the WordPress Appearance -> Themes page.

2. Adding the Code Snippet:

Now that you have a child theme active, you can add the code snippet to remove the quantity field.

• Option 1 (Using the Child Theme’s `functions.php`):
• Go to Appearance -> Theme File Editor (or Theme Editor, depending on your WordPress version). Make sure you’re editing the *child theme’s* `functions.php` file.
• Add the following code to the *bottom* of the `functions.php` file:

add_filter( 'woocommerce_is_sold_individually', 'remove_quantity_fields', 10, 2 );

function remove_quantity_fields( $return, $product ) {

return true;

}

• Option 2 (Using a Code Snippets Plugin – Safer):
• Install and activate a plugin like “Code Snippets”. This plugin allows you to add code snippets without directly editing theme files. This is generally considered a safer option.
• Go to Snippets -> Add New.
• Give your snippet a descriptive name (e.g., “Remove WooCommerce Quantity Field”).
• Paste the same code snippet into the code area:

add_filter( 'woocommerce_is_sold_individually', 'remove_quantity_fields', 10, 2 );

function remove_quantity_fields( $return, $product ) {

return true;

}

• Set the snippet to “Run snippet everywhere” and save and activate it.

3. Understanding the Code:

Let’s break down what this code does:

• `add_filter( ‘woocommerce_is_sold_individually’, ‘remove_quantity_fields’, 10, 2 );`: This line tells WordPress to use our custom function `remove_quantity_fields` to modify the “is_sold_individually” setting for WooCommerce products. This setting, when set to `true`, tells WooCommerce that only one of the product can be added to the cart.
• `function remove_quantity_fields( $return, $product ) { return true; }`: This is our custom function. It simply returns `true`. By returning `true`, we’re essentially telling WooCommerce that every product should be treated as if it’s sold individually, effectively removing the quantity field.

4. Testing:

Visit your WooCommerce product pages. You should now see that the quantity field is gone, and customers can only add one of each item to their cart. If they try to add the product again, the cart quantity will be updated.

#### Method 2: CSS (Less Recommended – Hides, Doesn’t Truly Remove)

This method is less recommended because it simply *hides* the quantity field using CSS. The HTML for the field is still present, which might be an issue for some users. However, it’s the *absolute simplest* method if you’re scared of code.

1. Go to Appearance -> Customize -> Additional CSS.

2. Add the following CSS code:

.quantity {

display: none;

}

.single-product .cart .quantity {

display: none;

}

This CSS code targets the quantity element and sets its `display` property to `none`, effectively hiding it from view. The second line is often needed to hide the quantity field on individual product pages.

Important Considerations:

• Themes and Plugins: Some themes or plugins might override these changes. If the quantity field still appears, you might need to use your browser’s developer tools (usually by pressing F12) to inspect the element and find a more specific CSS selector to target.
• Compatibility: Always test these changes on a staging environment (a copy of your live website) before applying them to your live site.
• Reversibility: If you decide to re-enable the quantity field, simply remove the code snippet or CSS from your theme files.

Conclusion

Removing the quantity field from your WooCommerce products is a relatively straightforward process that can significantly improve the user experience, especially if you’re selling unique items, services, or subscriptions. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can easily customize your WooCommerce store to better suit your specific needs and business model. Remember to back up your website before making any changes!