If you’re running an online store using WooCommerce in WordPress, one of the first things you may need to configure is the currency. Whether you’re targeting local or international customers, displaying the correct currency improves trust and user experience.
In this blog, we’ll guide you step-by-step on how to change your WooCommerce store’s currency quickly and easily.
đź’ˇ Why Changing Currency is Important
Changing currency ensures that your customers see prices in their familiar format. This is crucial for:
- Increasing conversion rates
- Avoiding confusion during checkout
- Running regional campaigns or international stores
🔧 Step-by-Step Guide to Change WooCommerce Currency
Step 1: Log in to Your WordPress Admin Panel
Go to your WordPress login URL (usually yourdomain.com/wp-admin) and enter your credentials.
Step 2: Go to WooCommerce Settings
From the left sidebar:
- Click on WooCommerce
- Then go to Settings
You will land on the General tab by default.
Step 3: Locate the Currency Options
Scroll down until you find the Currency Options section. Here, you can configure:
- Currency: Choose your preferred currency (e.g., USD, EUR, BDT)
- Currency Position: Set the position (left, right, with/without space)
- Thousand Separator: Define how large numbers are grouped (e.g., comma
,or period.) - Decimal Separator: Set the decimal format (e.g.,
.or,) - Number of Decimals: Choose how many decimal points to display (e.g., 2)
Step 4: Save Changes
After you’ve made your changes, scroll down and click the Save changes button.
That’s it! Your store will now display prices using the selected currency and formatting.