To allow customers to create an account, you may need to add additional fields on the WordPress form. By default, WooCommerce offers the option to activate the “Email address” and “password” fields. However, these fields are frequently not representative of business realities. So, we will see how to add the fields that interest us. This is without having to install an extension.
To add an extra field to the WooCommerce registration form, you can follow these steps:
This code will add a new field called “Additional Field” to the WooCommerce registration form. It will also validate the field to ensure it is not left blank and save the field value to the user’s metadata upon signup. You can customize the field label and validation message by modifying the text in the add_extra_registration_field() and validate_extra_registration_field() functions, respectively.
If you are not familiar with PHP programming, you can use an extension to perform the same task. For this, below are some extensions we recommend.
However, it should be noted that these extensions may have a price.
It is a WooCommerce extension that you will find on the WooCommerce.com website. In order to use the extension, you need to place the order and follow the steps on the website.
It is similarly an extension that you will find on WooCommerce. Click the link to download.
All these plugins are available in the official directory of WordPress plugins. However, it is important to note that some extensions may require a premium version to access some advanced features. Therefore, be sure to check the features offered by each plugin before choosing the one that best suits your needs.
There are various approaches to adding additional fields on the account creation page. If you require help with custom development, contact us. Extensions or plugins are not always adapted to your needs or require additional fees. In this case, opt for custom developments, you will save over the long term.
Gilblas is a senior entrepreneur and developer with around 13 years of experience, deeply involved in the WordPress community. He helps SMEs grow through custom web solutions and training. He stands out for his ability to automate and industrialize website creation through Phoenix Forge.