The WC Autocomplete Orders plugin is designed to streamline your order processing by automatically marking eligible orders as completed. To get the most out of the plugin, begin by identifying the type of products you primarily sell—whether physical, virtual, or downloadable.
For stores that sell only digital or virtual products, it’s usually ideal to enable the plugin globally so that all orders are automatically completed. This reduces the need to manage order statuses manually and delivers a faster post-purchase experience for your customers.
Navigate to WooCommerce > Settings > General and look for Order Autocomplete conditions and review the available options. You can choose to autocomplete:
- All paid orders, regardless of product type
- Only orders that contain virtual products
- Only orders that contain virtual or downloadable products
- None
- Orders based on complete orders upon payment complete or BACS, CHECK, or COD
If your store includes both physical and digital products, it’s recommended to use conditional logic. Enable autocomplete only for virtual or downloadable orders and leave physical product orders to be completed manually. You can also exclude payment gateways like bank transfers or cash on delivery to ensure those orders are processed with extra attention.
This tailored approach minimizes fulfillment errors while maintaining an efficient order management workflow.