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How Do I Enable WooCommerce REST API?

Last updated on January 10, 2023 @ 8:06 pm

Enabling the WooCommerce REST API allows developers to create, read, update, and delete data from your WooCommerce store. In order to enable the WooCommerce REST API, follow these steps:

PRO TIP: If you are planning to enable WooCommerce REST API, please be aware that this could potentially expose sensitive data from your WooCommerce store. Please take care to only enable this API if you are sure that you understand the risks involved and have taken the necessary precautions to secure your data.

1. Log in to your WordPress site and go to WooCommerce > Settings.
2. Click on the Advanced tab.
3. Click on the REST API tab.
4. Select Enable the REST API.
5. Click on Save Changes.
You have now successfully enabled the WooCommerce REST API.

Now that you have enabled the WooCommerce REST API, you can start using it to create, read, update, and delete data from your WooCommerce store.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.