OpenCart is a popular e-commerce platform that allows merchants to easily manage their online stores. One of its useful features is support for multiple currencies, which enables customers to shop in their preferred currency. Setting up this feature can enhance the user experience and boost sales. In this article, we will walk through how to set up multiple currencies in OpenCart step by step.
Step 1: Accessing the Administration
The first step is to log in to the OpenCart administration interface. After logging in, click on "System" in the main menu and select "Localization." In the dropdown menu, click on "Currencies."
Step 2: Adding a New Currency
In the Currencies section, you will see a list of currencies already set up. To add a new currency, click on the "Add New" button in the top right corner. Enter the necessary details about the currency, such as the currency code (e.g., EUR for Euro), currency symbol, exchange rate against the default currency, and display format. Also, remember to set whether the currency will be automatically updated.
Step 3: Setting the Currency as Default
If you want the newly added currency to be the default currency of your store, you need to set it in the system settings. To do this, click on "System" > "Settings" after which select your store. In the "Local" tab, you will find the "Currency" option, from the dropdown menu, select the newly added currency as the default.
Step 4: Updating Currency Rates
It is important to regularly update currency rates to reflect the current financial market. OpenCart allows automatic currency rate updates through external services. You can find this feature in the currency settings, where you can set up automatic updates.
How to Verify Proper Functionality
After setting up multiple currencies, it's a good idea to verify that everything is working as intended. Open your store as a customer and try switching between currencies to ensure that prices and rates are updating correctly.
Setting up multiple currencies in OpenCart is straightforward and can significantly contribute to the internationalization of your store. With this feature, you provide your customers with a better shopping experience and increase your chances of success in the global market.
