Add extra fees based on the product quantity in the cart
Charging extra fees based on the number of products in the cart helps store owners implement volume-based pricing, handling fees, or bulk purchase surcharges. With this feature, you can apply additional charges dynamically based on the total quantity of products a customer adds to their cart.
In the article
- Benefits of adding product quantity-based extra fees
- How to configure extra fees based on product quantity
- Step 1: Navigate to extra fees settings
- Step 2: Configure fee settings
- Step 3: Apply conditions based on product quantity
- Step 4: Save and test the rule
- Example 1: Handling fee for large orders
- Example 2: Bulk order discount fee
Benefits of adding product quantity-based extra fees
Automate additional fees based on quantity thresholds. Apply bulk purchase fees or discounts for high-volume orders. Increase revenue by charging handling fees for large orders. Ensure fair pricing by charging per product unit if needed.
- Set up automatic extra fees based on quantity thresholds to simplify pricing adjustments.
- Apply additional charges for large orders or offer discounts for high-volume purchases.
- Charge handling fees for bulk orders or per-unit fees to ensure balanced pricing.
How to configure extra fees based on product quantity
Step 1: Navigate to the extra fees settings
First, go to the Dotstore > WooCommerce Extra Fees > Manage Fees from your WordPress dashboard.
Step 2: Configure fee settings
- Set a fee title – Enter a name for the fee (e.g., "Bulk order handling fee").
- Fee type – Define the amount to charge (fixed or percentage).
- Enable fee amount – Set the fee amount that you want to charge for bulk product purchase
Step 3: Apply conditions based on product quantity
- Select "Cart quantity" as the condition – This will apply the fee based on the total product quantity in the cart.
- Define the quantity range – Example:
- Charge a $21 handling fee if the cart contains up to 10 items.
- Charge a $49 handling fee for orders with more than 10 items.
Step 4: Save and test the rule
- Click Save Changes to apply the fee rule.
- Add products to the cart and verify that the extra fee is applied correctly based on the configured quantity rules.
Example 1: Handling fee for large orders
- If a customer orders more than 20 items, charge an additional $50 to cover packaging and handling costs.
Example 2: Small order delivery fee
- If a customer orders 3 or fewer items, apply a $29 additional delivery fee on purchases.
By implementing quantity-based extra fees, you can optimize your pricing strategy and maximize store profitability while maintaining a transparent and automated checkout experience.