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Installation

Follow these steps to install the Flavor Starter Theme and WP eCommerce Core Plugin on your WordPress site.

Step 1: Install the Plugin​

  1. Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard
  2. Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
  3. Upload the wp-ecommerce-core-vX.X.X.zip file
  4. Click Install Now, then Activate

The plugin will automatically create all necessary database tables on activation.

Step 2: Install the Theme​

  1. Go to Appearance → Themes → Add New → Upload Theme
  2. Upload the flavor-starter-vX.X.X.zip file
  3. Click Install Now, then Activate
caution

Always install the plugin first, then the theme. The theme depends on plugin functionality being available.

Step 3: Activate Your License​

  1. Go to Appearance → Flavor Options → License (theme) or eCommerce → License (plugin)
  2. Enter your license key (format: FLVR-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX)
  3. Click Activate

Your license will be verified and features will be unlocked based on your tier (Starter, Business, or Agency).

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You can manage your licenses and download updates from the Support Portal.

Step 4: Initial Setup​

After activation, you'll want to:

  1. Set up your store pages — The plugin creates default pages (Shop, Cart, Checkout) automatically
  2. Configure payment gateways — Go to eCommerce → Settings → Payments
  3. Add your first product — Go to eCommerce → Products → Add New
  4. Customize your theme — Go to Appearance → Flavor Options

See First Steps for a detailed walkthrough.

Updating​

When a new version is available, you'll see an update notification in your WordPress dashboard. Click Update Now to install the latest version automatically.

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Updates are delivered through our license server. Make sure your license is active and your domain is authorized.

Troubleshooting​

"License activation failed"​

  • Verify your license key is correct (including dashes)
  • Ensure your server can reach license.flavorteam.dev (check firewall/curl)
  • Check that the sodium PHP extension is installed

"Plugin creates tables error"​

  • Ensure your MySQL user has CREATE TABLE privileges
  • Check that wp-config.php has the correct database credentials
  • Try deactivating and reactivating the plugin