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How Do I Add a Handling Fee in WooCommerce?

Last updated on January 15, 2023 @ 1:47 pm

Adding a handling fee in WooCommerce is a great way to offset the costs of shipping, packaging, and other related expenses. There are two main ways to do this: through the use of a plugin, or by adding code to your functions.php file.

If you’re using a plugin, there are a few different options to choose from. For example, the Table Rate Shipping for WooCommerce plugin allows you to add a handling fee to your shipping rates. Alternatively, you could use the Advanced Shipping Fees for WooCommerce plugin, which lets you add a handling fee as a percentage of the total order price.

PRO TIP: If you are planning to add a handling fee in WooCommerce, be aware that this may cause some unexpected issues with your shipping rates. If you add a handling fee that is too high, it may cause your shipping rates to increase significantly. Additionally, if you add a handling fee that is too low, it may not cover the cost of shipping your items. Be sure to carefully consider the amount of your handling fee before adding it to your WooCommerce store.

If you’re comfortable working with code, you can add a handling fee to your WooCommerce store by adding the following code to your functions.php file:

add_action( 'woocommerce_cart_calculate_fees','bbloomer_add_custom_fee' );

function bbloomer_add_custom_fee() {
global $woocommerce;
if ( is_admin() && ! defined( 'DOING_AJAX' ) ) return;
$percentage = 0.03; // 3%
$surcharge = $woocommerce->cart->cart_contents_total * $percentage;
$woocommerce->cart->add_fee( 'Handling Fee', $surcharge, true, '' ); }
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Madison Geldart

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