=== Pre-Orders for WooCommerce - PreCart ===
Contributors: tasin07
Requires at least: 5.0
Tags: pre order, product preorder, pre-orders , pre cart, preorders
Requires PHP: 7.4
WC tested up to: 9.6
Tested up to: 6.7
WC requires at least: 6.0
Stable tag: 0.2
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

Allow customers to pre-order products on your WooCommerce store with ease. Manage pre-orders, set release dates, and accept payments seamlessly.

== Description == 
Are you looking for an effective way to sell pre-order products on your WooCommerce store? With Product **Pre-Orders for WooCommerce**, you can easily enable **pre-orders** for upcoming or out-of-stock products, allowing customers to reserve items before they are officially available. This feature helps increase sales, build anticipation, and streamline inventory management while providing a seamless shopping experience.

Whether you want to launch new products, manage limited stock, or gauge customer interest before manufacturing, our pre-order WooCommerce plugin makes it simple. Customers can place pre-orders just like regular purchases, even if the item is not currently in stock. This ensures they secure the products they want while you maintain full control over the pre-order process.

[__Pre-Orders Documentation__](https://doc.getprecart.com/) | [__Support__](https://getprecart.com/)

== Key Features of Product Pre-Orders for WooCommerce Free Version ==

🛒 **Enable Pre-Orders on Any WooCommerce Product** – Easily activate pre-orders for single or multiple products in your WooCommerce store.

📅 **Custom Pre-Order Availability Date & Time** – Set an exact release date and time for pre-order products, ensuring customers know when their orders will be fulfilled.

💵 **Flexible Pre-Order Pricing Options** – Charge customers upfront, charge when the product becomes available, or set custom pricing for pre-ordered products.

📨 **Automatic Email Notifications** – Send confirmation emails to customers who place pre-orders, keeping them informed about order status and product availability.

🚚 **Manage Pre-Orders Easily** – View and track all pre-orders within your WooCommerce dashboard, ensuring smooth processing and fulfillment.

🛍️ **Supports Simple & Variable Products** – Offer pre-orders on different product types, including variations like size, color, or bundle options.

== Why Use Product Pre-Orders for WooCommerce? ==
Pre-Orders are common for things like video games, smartphones,Book launches,Music/album releases,Crowdfunded products, limited-edition products & many more niches. Companies use them to gauge demand and secure early sales.

=== 📈 Increase Sales with Pre-Orders ===
By enabling pre-orders, you allow customers to buy upcoming or out-of-stock products, ensuring that you never miss a sale. This is especially useful for high-demand items, product launches, and seasonal sales.

=== 🎉 Build Hype and Customer Excitement ===
Pre-ordering allows you to generate buzz before a product launch. Customers can secure their favorite products early, making them feel exclusive and valued.

=== 📦 Improve Inventory Management ===
With pre-order WooCommerce functionality, you can forecast demand more accurately, helping you manage stock levels efficiently and reduce the risk of overproduction or understocking.

=== 💌 Enhance Customer Experience ===
Customers appreciate transparency. By displaying the pre-order availability date and sending email updates, you provide a reliable and trustworthy shopping experience.

=== 🎨 Customization for Better Branding ===
With flexible settings, you can modify pre-order buttons, colors, and messaging to align with your brand’s aesthetics, making the shopping experience seamless and professional.

[__Pre-Order Documentation__](https://doc.getprecart.com/) | [__Support__](https://getprecart.com/)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= How do I enable pre-orders for a product?  
Navigate to your product edit screen, enable the "Pre-Order" checkbox in the Product Data section, and set your dates for each product. if you want to enable preorder for all products you can do it from PreCart > settings

= Can I collect payments for pre-orders immediately?  
Yes, you can collect payments for pre-orders immediately , we will add 'pay later' option in the pro version soon.

= Does this work with my theme/other plugins?  
Compatible with all WooCommerce-supported themes and most payment gateways.  

= How are pre-orders tracked in inventory?  
Pre-orders deduct from a separate stock pool to avoid overselling.  

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `precart` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory.
2. Activate the plugin through the **Plugins** menu in WordPress.
3. Go to **PreCart > Settings ** to configure the plugin.
4. Enable pre-orders for individual products from the product edit page.

== Changelog ==

= 0.2 =

Release date: 12-03-25

* Added: New fields in Settings
* Added: Set global preorder for all products
* Added: Prevent customsers to order pre order and regular products at once
* Fixed: cart-key error showing in the cart page

= 0.1 =
* First release