Just bought Botiga Pro and not sure where to begin? With a few simple steps, you can install the plugin, activate your license, and even import a starter site to make your store look like one of the aThemes demos.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to get started with Botiga Pro.
Before you get started, note that Botiga Pro is a plugin that extends the free Botiga theme. Botiga is a prerequisite, so you cannot use Botiga Pro with another theme.
- Botiga = free WordPress theme
- Botiga Pro = premium WordPress plugin
1. Install Botiga Pro
Install the Botiga Pro plugin by following these steps:
- Open the Plugins » Add New menu.
- Click the Upload Plugin button.
- Click the Browse button.
- Upload the botiga-pro.zip file.
- Click the Install Now button.
- On the next screen, click the Activate Plugin button.
You can download the Botiga Pro ZIP file from either your purchase receipt email or your account page on the aThemes website.
2. Click the “Welcome to Botiga” prompt
Once the Botiga Pro plugin is activated, a Welcome to Botiga prompt appears at the top of your WordPress dashboard. Click the Start building your site button to install and activate:
- The free Botiga theme (prerequisite).
- The free aThemes Starter Sites plugin (prerequisite for access to starter sites).
Once the installation is complete, a new Botiga menu appears in the left sidebar. This is your Botiga dashboard, where you’ll find the free and paid features, starter sites, your custom templates, and the settings.
3. Activate your license key
To get automatic plugin updates, activate your license key. Copy your license key from either your account or your purchase welcome email. Then, from the Botiga Theme Dashboard, go to Settings, enter your license key, and click Activate.
4. Import a Botiga Pro starter site (optional)
The Botiga Pro starter sites are pre-made designs that include content, images, widgets, and Customizer configurations. Importing one isn’t required, but it can help you set up a professional, fully functional WooCommerce store in minutes rather than hours.
To import a starter site, go to Appearance » Starter Sites and choose one. Click Preview to see a starter site, and click Import when you’ve found the one you want.
Botiga Pro’s import modal walks you through the process step by step:
- Choose the page builder you want to use. If you’re unsure, choose Gutenberg, the default WordPress editor.
- Select the elements you want to import.
- Select the plugins you want to import. Some plugins are required.
Once the import is complete, you can choose between two options:
- Customize: Takes you straight to the Customizer.
- View Site: Opens your site so you can check out your Botiga Pro store.
Frequently asked questions
Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about getting started with Botiga Pro.
Can I use Botiga Pro without the free Botiga theme?
No. Botiga Pro extends the free Botiga theme, which is a prerequisite. The Welcome to Botiga prompt installs the free theme for you.
Do I have to import a starter site?
No. Importing a starter site is optional. It’s a fast way to get a complete store design, but you can build your site from scratch instead.
That’s it! You’ve successfully set up Botiga Pro.
Next, would you like to design your own layouts? Check out our guide on the Templates Builder to learn more.
