How to Hide Shipping Methods Using Advanced Rules in WooCommerce
This option lets you control whether a hide shipping method rule should work only with basic settings or also include advanced conditions.
Using this setting, you can decide how much logic the rule should apply before hiding a shipping method.
Available options
You can choose one of the following:
- No Extra Rule
- The rule will apply only to the basic settings
- No additional conditions will be checked
- Advanced Rules
- The rule will apply to both basic settings and advanced conditions
- This allows you to hide shipping methods based on more specific scenarios
When to use Advanced Rules
Use Advanced Rules when you need more control, such as:
- Hiding shipping methods only for certain products or categories
- Applying rules based on cart value, quantity, or customer location
- Combining multiple conditions for complex shipping setups
This flexibility helps you match real-world business requirements while keeping the checkout experience clean and relevant.
FAQs
1. What are advanced rules in hide shipping methods?
Advanced rules allow you to hide shipping methods using additional conditions like cart value, products, location, or user role, along with the basic rule settings.
2. What happens if I select “No Extra Rule”?
The rule will apply only to the basic settings and will not consider any advanced conditions.
3. When should I use advanced rules?
Use advanced rules when you need more control, such as hiding shipping methods only for specific customers, locations, or cart conditions.
4. Can I switch between basic and advanced rules later?
Yes. You can edit the rule at any time and change it from No Extra Rule to Advanced Rules or vice versa.
5. Do advanced rules require technical knowledge?
No. Advanced rules can be configured using simple dropdowns and fields, without any coding.