Hiding the WooCommerce Menu on the Order Received Page: A Beginner’s Guide
Congratulations on your WooCommerce sale! But maybe that order received page is a little cluttered. That’s where this guide comes in. We’ll show you how to hide the default WooCommerce menu on the “Order Received” page, streamlining the customer experience and potentially improving conversions.
Why hide the menu? Several reasons:
- Improved User Experience: A cleaner page focuses the customer on their successful purchase, reducing distractions and encouraging them to leave positive reviews or browse more products.
- Reduced Bounce Rate: A less cluttered page can improve user experience and reduce the likelihood of customers leaving your site immediately after checkout.
- Branding Consistency: Hiding the menu allows you to create a more consistent brand experience by removing unnecessary navigational elements from this specific page.
Understanding the Challenge
The “Order Received” page in WooCommerce is automatically generated. Therefore, simply hiding the menu in your theme’s navigation settings won’t work. We need a more targeted approach. We’ll use a custom code snippet to accomplish this. Important Note: Always back up your site before implementing any code changes.
Method 1: Using a Custom Function (Recommended)
This method utilizes a custom function within your `functions.php` file (or a custom plugin, which is preferred for better organization and easier updates). This is generally the safest and most reliable way to modify WooCommerce functionality.
Here’s how:
1. Access your `functions.php` file (or create a custom plugin): If you’re comfortable with code and have access to your theme’s files, you can add the code directly to your theme’s `functions.php` file. However, it’s strongly recommended to create a custom plugin. This keeps your code organized, separate from your theme, and makes it easier to update or remove later. Instructions for creating a custom plugin are readily available online.
2. Add the following code: Paste this code into your `functions.php` file or your custom plugin’s main file.
function hide_woocommerce_menu_order_received() { if ( is_wc_endpoint_url( 'order-received' ) ) { remove_action( 'woocommerce_before_main_content', 'woocommerce_breadcrumb', 20 ); remove_action( 'woocommerce_sidebar', 'woocommerce_get_sidebar', 10 ); // Removes sidebar if present } } add_action( 'wp_head', 'hide_woocommerce_menu_order_received' );
3. Explanation:
- `is_wc_endpoint_url( ‘order-received’ )`: This checks if the current page is the WooCommerce “Order Received” page.
- `remove_action( ‘woocommerce_before_main_content’, ‘woocommerce_breadcrumb’, 20 )`: This removes the breadcrumbs from the page.
- `remove_action( ‘woocommerce_sidebar’, ‘woocommerce_get_sidebar’, 10 )`: This removes any sidebar that might be present. If your theme doesn’t have a sidebar on this page, this line is unnecessary.
4. Save your changes: Save your `functions.php` file or your custom plugin.
5. Test the changes: Visit your “Order Received” page after a test purchase to ensure the menu is hidden.
Method 2: Using a Plugin (Simpler, But Less Control)
Several plugins offer options to customize the WooCommerce order received page. Search the WordPress plugin directory for “WooCommerce order received page customization” or similar terms. Many free and paid options exist. While convenient, this method offers less control and could potentially conflict with other plugins. Always check plugin reviews before installing.
Troubleshooting
- Menu still visible? Double-check your code for typos and ensure it’s placed correctly within your `functions.php` file or plugin. Try deactivating other plugins to rule out conflicts.
- Unexpected issues? If you encounter Check out this post: How To Create Size Attribute In Woocommerce problems, temporarily remove the code to revert to the default behavior.
By following these steps, you can easily customize your WooCommerce order received page, enhancing the customer experience and potentially boosting your sales! Remember to always back up your site and test thoroughly before making any changes.
