Frequently asked Questions
Does this plugin work with any WooCommerce store?
Yes, the Competitor Price Comparison plugin is designed to work with any WooCommerce store running WordPress version 6.5 or higher.
How do I add competitors?
Navigate to the main Competitor Price Comparison settings page and add competitor websites along with the necessary CSS selectors to scrape product titles and prices.
How do I map my products to competitor products?
Use the product mapping interface provided by the plugin to associate your products with those of your competitors. You can perform bulk mappings using SKU matching or map products individually.
Can I set minimum and maximum price thresholds?
Yes, you can define minimum and maximum price thresholds in the pricing rules settings to ensure your prices stay within acceptable ranges.
How often does the plugin update prices?
You can configure the update interval in the plugin settings. Options include every 12 hours, daily, every 2 days, weekly, and monthly. More frequent intervals are not currently offered in order to help manage the Action Scheduler load efficiently and to avoid excessive resource consumption for larger catalogue sizes.
Is there a risk of being blocked by competitor websites?
Scraping websites may violate their terms of service and could result in being blocked. Use this plugin responsibly and ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
What happens if a competitor changes their website structure?
If a competitor changes their website structure or the CSS selectors used to scrape data, you will need to update the selectors in the plugin settings to continue fetching accurate data.
Does the plugin support variable products?
Currently, the plugin primarily supports simple products. Support for variable products may be limited.
Can I undo price changes made by the plugin?
The plugin updates product prices based on your settings. It’s recommended to back up your database before making bulk changes. You can adjust pricing rules to revert changes or manually update product prices as needed.
How do I ensure the plugin doesn’t overload my server?
The plugin includes mechanisms like action limiting and lock mechanisms to prevent overloading your server or the Action Scheduler. Ensure you configure these settings appropriately in the plugin.
Is technical support available?
For support, please contact us at info@woocommercerepricer.com