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EDD Social Proof Notifications

Increase Conversions by Showing Recent Purchases on Your EDD Store

Turn visitor hesitation into action with EDD Social Proof Notifications! This lightweight plugin seamlessly integrates with Easy Digital Downloads, displaying real-time purchase notifications to build trust and urgency. With customizable colors, timing, and delays, you can match the look and feel of your store while boosting conversions. Automatically fetch recent sales and let your customers see that others are buying—encouraging them to do the same!

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EDD Social Proof Notifications Setup Instructions

Step 1: Install the Plugin

  1. Download the EDD Social Proof Notifications plugin ZIP file.
  2. In your WordPress dashboard, go to Plugins > Add New.
  3. Click Upload Plugin, then select the ZIP file and click Install Now.
  4. Once installed, click Activate to enable the plugin.

Step 2: Configure the Plugin Settings

  1. Navigate to Settings > EDD Social Proof in the WordPress dashboard.
  2. Adjust the following settings to customize the notifications:
    • Display Time (seconds): How long each notification appears.
    • Notification Delay (seconds): Time between each notification.
    • Background Color: Set the notification background color.
    • Text Color: Choose the text color for better visibility.
  3. Click Save Changes to apply your custom settings.

Step 3: Verify Notifications Are Working

  1. Make a test purchase in your Easy Digital Downloads store.
  2. Check if the purchase notification appears on the front end.
  3. Refresh the page to see older notifications load dynamically.

Additional Notes:

  • The plugin automatically fetches recent purchases every 60 seconds via AJAX.
  • If no notifications appear, ensure you have recent completed purchases in EDD > Payment History.
  • If needed, clear your cache or try in an incognito/private browsing window.

Your EDD Social Proof Notifications plugin is now up and running!