# WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace Documentation > Official documentation for Webkul's WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin, which converts a WooCommerce store into a multi-vendor marketplace with vendor dashboards, commissions, payouts, and shipping. **When to use this documentation.** Use this site when you need to: - Install or update the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin on a WordPress site (system requirements, upload, activation). - Configure marketplace behavior: general settings, product settings, endpoints, commission rates, withdrawal rules, vendor invoices, Seller Central, Google Analytics. - Answer how-to questions about vendor workflows: registration, dashboard, product management, orders, transactions, payouts, shipping zones, staff, KYC, vacation mode. - Answer how-to questions about admin workflows: vendor approval and management, product assignment, commissions, feedback and queries, notifications, email configuration. - Troubleshoot marketplace setup on an existing WooCommerce store using this specific Webkul plugin. Do not use this site for WooCommerce core documentation, other marketplace plugins, or Webkul's Magento/Shopify products. **How to consume this site.** Every documentation page is available as raw markdown: append `.md` to the page URL (e.g. `https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/installation.md`), or request any HTML URL with `Accept: text/markdown`. The full corpus in one file: [llms-full.txt](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/llms-full.txt). Machine-readable page list: [sitemap.xml](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/sitemap.xml). ## Documentation - [Introduction](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/index.md): The WooCommerce Multi Vendor Marketplace plugin is a powerful solution designed to transform a standard WooCommerce store into a fully functional multi... - [Features](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/features.md): The WooCommerce Multi Vendor Marketplace plugin offers a robust, scalable, and enterprise ready feature set that empowers both marketplace owners and... - [Installation](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/installation.md): This guide explains how to properly install and activate the WooCommerce Multi Vendor Marketplace plugin on your WordPress website. - [Elementor Compatibility and Shortcodes](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/elementor-shortcodes.md): WooCommerce Marketplace is fully compatible with Elementor , enabling admins to easily design vendor related pages using shortcodes. - [Configuration – General Settings](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-general-settings.md): After successfully installing WooCommerce Marketplace, the admin can configure the core marketplace settings such as vendor registration, approval workflow... - [Configuration – Product Settings](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/product-settings.md): The Product Settings allow the admin to manage how vendors add, edit, and publish products in the marketplace. Path: Marketplace Settings Product Allow... - [Configuration – Assets Visibility](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/assets-visibility.md): The Assets Visibility settings allow the admin to control which vendor details and assets are visible on the Vendor Profile and Vendor Dashboard . - [Configuration – Endpoints](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-endpoints.md): The Endpoints configuration allows the admin to manage dynamic URL segments used across the vendor dashboard and related pages in the WooCommerce Multi... - [Configuration – Google Analytics](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-google-analytics.md): The Google Analytics feature allows the admin and vendors to track website and product performance using Google Analytics (GA 4). - [Configuration – Vendor Flags](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-vendor-flags.md): The Vendor Flags feature allows customers to report vendors from their profile page. The admin can manage this from: Marketplace Settings Vendor Flags - [Configuration – Withdrawal](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-withdrawal.md): The Withdrawal feature allows vendors to withdraw their earnings using configured payment methods. The admin can configure this from: Marketplace Settings... - [Configuration – Vendor Invoice](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-vendor-invoice.md): The Vendor Invoice feature allows vendors to generate and share invoices for their orders, ensuring transparency between vendors, admin, and customers. - [Configuration – Seller Central](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/configuration-seller-central.md): The Seller Central settings allow the admin to configure and customize the vendor onboarding page for new sellers. The admin can access this section from: - [Vendor Registration Process](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-registration-process.md): Vendors can register on the marketplace using multiple methods provided by the WooCommerce Marketplace plugin. Vendor clicks on the Vendor menu item. - [Admin News](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/admin-news.md): The Admin News feature allows the admin to create and publish news updates for vendors. Admins can also control the visibility of news for sellers based on... - [Vendor Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-mangement.md): The Vendor Badges feature allows marketplace admins to recognize, reward, and showcase vendor performance. Badges act as trust indicators and are displayed... - [Vendor Dashboard Menu](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-dashboard-menu.md): The Vendor Dashboard allows vendors to manage marketplace activities and access key functionalities similar to the admin panel. - [Vendor Product Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-product-management.md): Vendors can manage their products directly from the Vendor Dashboard , including adding, editing, and managing inventory and product details. - [Vendor Order Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-order-management.md): Vendors can manage all order related activities directly from the Vendor Dashboard under the Order History section. - [Vendor Transaction Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-transaction-management.md): The Vendor Transaction Management section allows vendors to track payments received from the admin for completed orders where the admin has collected... - [Vendors Payout Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-payout-management.md): Admins can now review pending payouts, filter and search by vendor or status, and run bulk Mark as Paid or CSV Export in one click — backed by six dedicated... - [Add New Shipping Zone](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-shipping-zone-management.md): Vendors can manage shipping zones and shipping methods directly from their vendor dashboard. To create a new shipping zone: 1. - [Admin News – Vendor](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/admin-news-vendor.md): The Admin News section allows vendors to stay updated with important announcements shared by the marketplace admin. - [Vendor Staff](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-staff.md): The Vendor Staff feature allows vendors to add sub users (store managers) who can log in and manage the store on their behalf. - [Vendor Profile](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-profile.md): The Vendor Profile displays important information about a vendor and helps customers understand the vendor’s store, policies, and credibility. - [Vacation Mode](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-vacation.md): The Vacation Mode allows vendors to temporarily close their store when they are unavailable. When enabled, the storefront displays a vacation notice with... - [Vendor KYC Verification](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-kyc.md): The Vendor KYC (Know Your Customer) Verification feature allows admins to securely verify the identity of their vendors. - [Vendor Notification](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-notification.md): The Vendor Notification section keeps vendors informed about important activities and updates in the marketplace. - [Vendor Shop Followers](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-shop-followers.md): The Vendor Shop Followers feature allows vendors to engage directly with buyers who follow their shop by sending notifications and updates. - [Ask To Admin](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/ask-to-admin.md): The Ask To Admin feature allows vendors to directly communicate with the marketplace admin for queries, clarifications, or support. - [Marketplace Admin Panel Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/admin-panel-management.md): After installing the WooCommerce Marketplace plugin , an additional Marketplace tab appears in the WordPress admin panel. - [Assign Product to Vendor](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-management-and-product-assignment.md): The admin can assign products to vendors directly from the product edit page . The admin can assign any product to a vendor from the right column of the... - [Commission Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/commission-management.md): The Commission Management feature allows the admin to define how commissions are calculated and distributed between the admin and vendors. - [Marketplace Reviews & Ratings](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/manage-feedback-and-vendor-queries.md): The Marketplace Reviews & Ratings feature allows the admin to manage customer reviews and ratings submitted for vendor products across the marketplace. - [Vendor Queries Management](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/vendor-queries-management.md): The Vendor Queries Management feature allows vendors to raise questions or concerns directly to the marketplace admin. - [Email Configurations](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/email-configurations.md): The WooCommerce Marketplace plugin allows the admin to configure and manage email templates used for marketplace related notifications. - [Admin Notifications](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/admin-notifications.md): The Admin Notifications feature keeps the admin informed about important marketplace activities in real time. Admin receives notifications for key... - [Customer Order Placement](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/customer-order-placement.md): This guide explains the customer order placement process in the WooCommerce Marketplace and highlights how seller information is displayed at different stages. - [Get Google Analytics Measurement ID](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/documentation/google-analytics.md): ⬅ Back to Google Analytics Configuration This ID helps you track marketplace activity such as visitor traffic, product views, and user interactions, giving... ## Help center and knowledge base - [Help Center](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/customer-help-center/index.md): "Help Center for the Webkul WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin: search docs, FAQ, troubleshooting, video tutorials, and open a support ticket." - [Knowledge Base](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/index.md): "Short, single-topic help articles for the Webkul WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin: getting started, troubleshooting, vendors, billing and support." - [What are the requirements?](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/getting-started/requirements.md): "Minimum WordPress, WooCommerce, PHP, memory, and SSL versions for the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [How do I install and activate the plugin?](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/getting-started/install-and-activate.md): "Short steps to install the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin ZIP and activate your license." - [Do I need to update permalinks?](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/getting-started/update-permalinks.md): "Why you must re-save permalinks as Post Name after installing the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [Pre-sale FAQs](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/getting-started/pre-sale-faqs.md): "Quick answers before you buy the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin: what it does, demo, add-ons, and support." - [Marketplace menu is missing after activation](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/troubleshooting/marketplace-menu-missing.md): "Fix for the missing Marketplace admin menu after activating the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [Vendor / marketplace pages return 404](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/troubleshooting/vendor-pages-404.md): "Fix 404 Not Found errors on vendor dashboard, shop, and Seller Central pages by re-saving permalinks." - [Fatal error or white screen when activating](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/troubleshooting/fatal-error-on-activation.md): "Fix a fatal error, white screen, or memory error when activating the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [License activation fails](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/troubleshooting/license-activation-failed.md): "Fix license key activation errors for the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [Shop URL always shows "Already Exists" at registration](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/troubleshooting/shop-url-already-exists.md): "Fix the vendor registration Shop URL field reporting Already Exists for every value." - [How do vendors register?](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/vendors/how-vendors-register.md): "The ways a seller can register as a vendor on the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace." - [How are commissions handled?](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/vendors/commission-basics.md): "A short overview of marketplace commissions in the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [Before you open a ticket](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/billing-support/before-you-open-a-ticket.md): "A short checklist to get a faster answer from Webkul support for the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." - [Pricing, refunds & support](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/knowledge-base/billing-support/pricing-refunds-support.md): "Pricing, license, refund policy, and support hours for the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin." ## Video tutorials - [Video Tutorials](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/video-tutorials.md): Webkul WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace video tutorials — 15 walkthroughs on marketplace setup, vendor products, orders, commissions, shipping and add-ons. ## About this publisher - [About](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/about.md): "Webkul Software, founded 2010 in Noida India, publishes the WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace plugin. About the plugin, the company, and these docs." - [Contact](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/contact.md): "Contact Webkul for WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace support, sales, and licensing: ticket portal, email, phone, and company address in Noida, India." - [Privacy](https://wpdoc.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/privacy.md): "How this documentation site handles data: no accounts, no forms, and no analytics or advertising trackers. Plugin data stays on your own WordPress site." Published by Webkul Software Private Limited, an eCommerce software company founded in 2010 and based at H-28, ARV Park, Sector 63, Noida, Uttar Pradesh 201301, India. Support: support@webkul.com, +91-9870284067, https://webkul.uvdesk.com/. ## Optional - [Product page](https://store.webkul.com/woocommerce-multivendor-marketplace.html): Buy the plugin ($99, USD) on the Webkul store. - [Live demo](https://wpdemo.webkul.com/woocommerce-marketplace/): Working demo marketplace. - [Webkul support](https://webkul.uvdesk.com/): Ticket-based support for licensed users.