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Navigation Paths:
Plugin Orders: /admin/PluginOrder
Addon Orders: /admin/AddonsOrder

Overview

The Plugin & Addon Setup Management pages help you track and manage plugins and website addons that require manual setup or installation after purchase.

Plugin Setup

Manage plugin installations

Addon Setup

Manage website addon activations

Understanding Plugins vs Addons

  • Plugins
  • Addons
WordPress PluginsPlugins are WordPress extensions purchased from the App Store that add functionality to customer websites.Plugin Characteristics:
  • Purchased from App Store
  • Installed on specific websites
  • May require manual setup
  • Have expiration dates (monthly/yearly/forever)
  • Can be free or paid
Common Plugin Types:
  • SEO tools
  • Security plugins
  • Performance optimization
  • Contact forms
  • E-commerce extensions

Plugin Setup Management

Viewing Pending Plugins

Access at /admin/PluginOrder to see all plugins awaiting installation. List Columns:
ColumnInformation
Plugin & WebsitePlugin name, image, and target website domain
OwnerCustomer who purchased the plugin
Price & ExpiryPlugin price, renewal type, and expiration date
ActionsMark as installed button

Plugin Information Displayed

Plugin Details:
  • Plugin name and icon/image
  • Version number
  • “Pending Setup” status badge
  • Link to App Store listing
Website Information:
  • Target website domain
  • Link to Website Manager
  • Website owner
Pricing Details:
  • Plugin price (or “Free Plugin”)
  • Renewal type (Monthly/Yearly/Forever)
  • Expiration date (if applicable)
  • Days until expiration (color-coded)
Expiration Colors:
  • Red: Expiring within 30 days
  • Green: Active, not expiring soon

Addon Setup Management

Viewing Pending Addons

Access at /admin/AddonsOrder to see all addons awaiting activation. List Columns:
ColumnInformation
Addon & WebsiteAddon name and target website domain
OwnerCustomer who purchased the addon
DatesCreation and expiration dates
ActionsMark as activated button

Addon Information Displayed

Addon Details:
  • Addon name
  • “Pending Setup” status badge
  • Associated website domain
  • Link to Website Manager
Owner Information:
  • Customer name with avatar initials
  • Color-coded user badge
Date Information:
  • Created: When addon was ordered
  • Expires: Expiration date (if applicable)
  • No expiration: Lifetime addons

Managing Plugin Setup

Marking Plugin as Installed

When to Mark as Installed:
  • Plugin files uploaded to website
  • Plugin activated in WordPress
  • Plugin configured properly
  • Customer has access
  • All setup steps completed
Installation Process:
  1. Manually install plugin on customer’s website:
    • Upload plugin files via FTP/cPanel
    • Or install via WordPress admin
    • Activate the plugin
    • Configure plugin settings
    • Test functionality
  2. Mark as installed in system:
    • Click Mark Installed button
    • Confirm installation in modal
    • System updates status
    • Plugin removed from pending list
Confirm Before Marking: Only mark plugins as installed after you’ve actually completed the installation and verified it’s working correctly.

Plugin Installation Confirmation Modal

Modal Contents:
  • Plugin name display
  • Installation confirmation message
  • Warning about manual installation requirement
  • Cancel and Confirm buttons
Confirmation Steps:
  1. Review plugin name
  2. Verify installation is complete
  3. Click Confirm Installation
  4. Success notification appears
  5. List refreshes automatically

Managing Addon Setup

Marking Addon as Activated

When to Mark as Activated:
  • Addon service delivered
  • Features configured
  • Customer notified
  • Access granted
  • All requirements met
Activation Process:
  1. Deliver addon service to customer:
    • Configure addon features
    • Set up required services
    • Grant necessary access
    • Test functionality
    • Notify customer
  2. Mark as activated in system:
    • Click Mark Activated button
    • Confirm activation in modal
    • System updates status
    • Addon removed from pending list

Addon Activation Confirmation Modal

Modal Contents:
  • Addon name display
  • Activation confirmation notice
  • Important delivery reminder
  • Cancel and Confirm buttons
Confirmation Steps:
  1. Review addon name
  2. Verify delivery is complete
  3. Click Confirm Activation
  4. Success notification appears
  5. List refreshes automatically

Search & Filter

Search Functionality:
  • Search by plugin name
  • Real-time filtering
  • Results update as you type
  • Case-insensitive search
Search Tips:
  • Type plugin name
  • Partial matches work
  • Clear search to see all
Search Functionality:
  • Search by addon name
  • Instant results
  • Auto-filtering
  • Flexible matching

Best Practices

  • Install plugins promptly after purchase
  • Test plugin functionality before marking installed
  • Verify compatibility with website theme
  • Check for plugin conflicts
  • Configure plugin settings properly
  • Document any custom configurations
  • Notify customer after installation
  • Provide usage instructions
  • Deliver addons within promised timeframe
  • Verify all addon features work correctly
  • Test addon functionality thoroughly
  • Document addon configuration
  • Provide customer with access details
  • Send usage instructions
  • Offer initial support
  • Follow up after activation
  • Double-check installation before confirming
  • Test all plugin/addon features
  • Verify customer access
  • Ensure proper configuration
  • Check for errors or conflicts
  • Review customer requirements
  • Confirm expiration dates are correct
  • Document any issues encountered
  • Notify customers when setup begins
  • Provide estimated completion time
  • Send confirmation after completion
  • Include usage instructions
  • Offer support for questions
  • Request feedback
  • Follow up on satisfaction
  • Document customer preferences

Troubleshooting

Issue: Cannot install plugin on websiteSolutions:
  1. Check WordPress version compatibility
  2. Verify sufficient server resources
  3. Check for plugin conflicts
  4. Review PHP version requirements
  5. Check file permissions
  6. Try manual upload via FTP
  7. Contact plugin developer
Issue: Addon features not functioningSolutions:
  1. Verify addon was configured correctly
  2. Check all required settings
  3. Test with different browser
  4. Clear website cache
  5. Review error logs
  6. Check for conflicts
  7. Contact technical support
Issue: Unable to confirm installationSolutions:
  1. Refresh the page
  2. Check internet connection
  3. Verify you have permission
  4. Clear browser cache
  5. Try different browser
  6. Check for JavaScript errors
  7. Contact administrator
Issue: Plugin/addon doesn’t appear in listSolutions:
  1. Check if already marked as installed
  2. Verify purchase was completed
  3. Check search filters
  4. Refresh the page
  5. Verify item requires manual setup
  6. Check database records
  7. Review order history

Setup Workflow

Plugin Installation Workflow

1. Order Received:
  • Customer purchases plugin
  • Plugin added to pending list
  • Notification sent to admin
2. Installation:
  • Admin reviews plugin requirements
  • Installs plugin on target website
  • Activates plugin in WordPress
  • Configures plugin settings
3. Testing:
  • Test all plugin features
  • Verify compatibility
  • Check for conflicts
  • Ensure proper functionality
4. Completion:
  • Mark as installed in system
  • Notify customer
  • Provide usage instructions
  • Offer support

Addon Activation Workflow

1. Order Received:
  • Customer purchases addon
  • Addon added to pending list
  • Admin notified
2. Delivery:
  • Admin reviews addon requirements
  • Configures addon features
  • Sets up required services
  • Grants customer access
3. Verification:
  • Test addon functionality
  • Verify all features work
  • Check customer access
  • Ensure proper setup
4. Completion:
  • Mark as activated in system
  • Notify customer
  • Send access details
  • Provide documentation

Quick Reference

Common Actions

ActionSteps
View Pending PluginsNavigate to /admin/PluginOrder
View Pending AddonsNavigate to /admin/AddonsOrder
Search ItemsType in search box → Results filter
Mark Plugin InstalledClick Mark Installed → Confirm
Mark Addon ActivatedClick Mark Activated → Confirm
View WebsiteClick website domain link

Status Indicators

StatusMeaningAction Required
Pending SetupAwaiting installation/activationInstall/activate item
Free PluginNo chargeInstall normally
Expiring SoonRenewal neededNote expiration date