Launch Preparation
Complete configuration guide for launching the luxury sacred art ecommerce store. Follow each section to ensure a successful launch.
/home or /
/shop
/about
/contact
/commissions
/icons or /product-category/icons
/product-template
/product-catalog
/category-templates
/inquire-to-purchase
/cart-checkout-guide
/launch-checklist
/shop or use /shop from Landingsite
/cart
/checkout
/my-account
Note: WooCommerce will create these pages automatically. Style them to match your theme using the cart-checkout-guide templates.
slug: hand-painted-icons
slug: sacred-statues
slug: crucifixes-corpus
slug: altar-chapel-art
slug: reliquaries-devotional
slug: illuminated-manuscripts
slug: commissions (service category)
Action: Go to WooCommerce > Products > Categories > Add New
Action: Import products using WooCommerce CSV Import or add manually. Use product-catalog page for complete product data with SKUs, materials, dimensions, and SEO info.
| Price Range | Add to Cart | Primary CTA | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under $15,000 | ✓ Show | Add to Cart | Inquire to Purchase |
| $15,000 – $75,000 | ✓ Show | Inquire to Purchase | Add to Cart |
| $75,000+ | ✗ Hide | Inquire to Purchase | — |
| Commission Only | ✗ Hide | Inquire to Commission | — |
| Oversized/Freight | ⚠ Optional | Shipping Quote Required | Inquire to Purchase |
Simple Product
Use for standard priced items. Add optional "Inquire" button via shortcode or custom field.
External/Affiliate Product
Use for "Shipping Quote Required" items linking to inquiry form.
Variable Product
Use if same work available in multiple sizes/finishes with different prices.
Product Add-ons
Use for optional upgrades (framing, custom sizing, rush delivery).
// Show/hide Add to Cart based on price
add_filter('woocommerce_is_purchasable', 'custom_is_purchasable', 10, 2);
function custom_is_purchasable($purchasable, $product) {
$price = $product->get_price();
if ($price >= 15000) {
return true; // Allow purchase but customize buttons
}
return $purchasable;
}
// Add custom button for high-value items
add_action('woocommerce_single_product_summary', 'add_inquire_button', 30);
function add_inquire_button() {
global $product;
if ($product->get_price() >= 15000) {
echo 'Inquire to Purchase';
}
}
Subject: Your Sacred Work from Sanctum Atelier
"Thank you for acquiring a sacred work. Your order has been received. Our gallery will contact you shortly to confirm shipping, insurance, crating, and delivery details."
Every work includes signed documentation from the artisan
Full insurance coverage on all shipments
Museum-specification custom crates
Personal guidance from acquisition specialists
SSL encrypted transactions
Documentation of artisan, materials, and history
1. Switch WooCommerce to Production mode (not sandbox)
2. Verify payment gateway live credentials
3. Test one real transaction with small amount
4. Enable SSL certificate on domain
5. Set up Google Analytics / tracking
6. Submit sitemap to Google Search Console
7. Verify email deliverability for order notifications
8. Final backup before launch