WooCommerce
APIRESTful API for managing WooCommerce data on WordPress sites
Overview
The WooCommerce REST API enables CRUD operations (create, read, update, delete) for core e-commerce entities like products, orders, customers, categories, and coupons on WordPress sites. It supports JSON response format and includes endpoints for filtering, pagination, and sorting. Use cases include building custom storefronts, integrating with inventory systems, automating order processing, syncing customer data, and developing mobile apps for WooCommerce-powered stores. Authentication is handled via OAuth 1.0a or OAuth 2.0 for secure access.
Example Integration (JavaScript)
fetch('https://woocommerce.github.io/woocommerce-rest-api-docs/')
.then(res => res.json())
.then(data => console.log(data))
.catch(err => console.error(err)); Key Features
- RESTful architecture
- JSON response format
- CRUD operations for core entities
- OAuth 1.0a/OAuth 2.0 authentication
- Filtering and pagination support
- Multiple API versions (v2/v3)
Frequently Asked Questions
? Is WooCommerce API free to use?
Yes, the WooCommerce REST API is included with the free WooCommerce plugin for WordPress—no additional cost for basic usage.
? Does it require an API Key?
No, it uses OAuth 1.0a or OAuth 2.0 authentication (depending on API version) which requires setting up consumer keys and secrets in WooCommerce settings for secure access.
? What is the response format?
The WooCommerce REST API returns data exclusively in JSON format for all endpoints.
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Tool Info
Pros
- ⊕ Seamless WordPress/WooCommerce integration
- ⊕ Extensive documentation
- ⊕ Supports complex e-commerce workflows
- ⊕ Active developer community
- ⊕ Open source
Cons
- ⊖ Requires WooCommerce plugin installation on WordPress
- ⊖ OAuth authentication setup required
- ⊖ Version compatibility checks needed with WooCommerce updates
- ⊖ Rate limits depend on server configuration