• About Us
• Contact Information
• Privacy Policy
• Terms & Conditions
• Shipping & Returns
• FAQ

These pages help with SEO, customer trust, and store information.

How to Create a CMS Page in PrestaShop

PrestaShop 1.7 / 8 / 9

1. Go to Back Office
2. Navigate to:
   Improve → Design → Pages
3. Click “Add new page”
4. Fill:
   • Page title
   • URL slug
   • Meta title
   • Meta description
   • Page content
5. Enable:
   • Displayed
   • Indexed by search engines
6. Save

CMS Categories

You can organize pages into categories like:

• Information
• Customer Service
• Legal
• Help Center

Create category:

• Design → Pages → Add new category

SEO Tips for CMS Pages

For better Google ranking:

• Use unique page titles
• Add meta descriptions
• Use headings (H1, H2)
• Add internal links
• Add images with ALT text
• Enable friendly URLs

Example:

• /privacy-policy
• /shipping-information

Common CMS Pages Every Store Should Have

CMS Page URL Example

yourstore.com/content/1-about-us

With friendly URLs enabled:

yourstore.com/about-us

Add CMS Link in Footer

Go to:

• Improve → Design → Link Widget
• Edit Footer Links
• Add CMS pages

CMS Page Rich SEO Schema

You can improve SEO using:

• JSON-LD
• Breadcrumb schema
• Organization schema

Useful for:

• Better Google indexing
• Rich snippets
• AI search visibility

How CDN Works

Without CDN:

• Visitor in Mumbai loads files directly from your hosting server.
• If your server is far away or slow, website becomes slow.

With CDN:

• Static files are copied to many global servers.
• Visitor downloads files from nearest CDN server.
• Faster loading and lower server load.

Benefits of CDN for PrestaShop

Faster Website Speed

• Faster product pages
• Faster image loading

Better Google SEO

• Google prefers fast websites

Lower Hosting Load

• CDN handles images/static files

Better Mobile Performance

• Important for Indian users on mobile internet

DDoS/Security Protection

Some CDNs also protect against attacks.

Best CDN Options for PrestaShop

1. Cloudflare

Most popular and beginner-friendly.

Features:

• Free plan available
• CDN + security
• Cache optimization
• SSL support

Recommended for most PrestaShop stores.

2. Bunny.net

Very fast and affordable.

Good for:

• Image-heavy stores
• Indian traffic
• Better performance tuning

3. KeyCDN

Simple pay-as-you-go CDN.

How to Enable CDN in PrestaShop

Method 1 — Cloudflare (Recommended)

1. Create Cloudflare account
2. Add your domain
3. Change nameservers at domain registrar
4. Enable:
   • Auto Minify
   • Brotli
   • Caching
5. In PrestaShop:
   • Advanced Parameters → Performance
   • Enable CCC:
     • Smart cache CSS
     • Smart cache JS
     • Minify HTML

CDN Settings Inside PrestaShop

Go to:

Advanced Parameters → Performance

You can:

• Enable cache
• Use media servers/CDN URLs
• Compress CSS/JS

Media Servers (Old CDN Method)

PrestaShop supports:

• cdn1.yoursite.com
• cdn2.yoursite.com
• cdn3.yoursite.com

But modern setups usually use Cloudflare instead.

Best Setup for Your Store

Since you are also optimizing PrestaShop speed:

Recommended stack:

• Cloudflare CDN
• PHP 8.1+
• Redis cache
• WEBP images
• CCC enabled
• Lazy loading
• Good hosting

Important

CDN does NOT fix:

• Slow modules
• Bad hosting
• Heavy database queries

It mainly improves delivery of static files.

Official guides:

• Cloudflare Documentation
• PrestaShop Performance Documentation

Step-by-step (PrestaShop 1.7 / 8 / 9)

1. Log in to your Admin Panel
2. Go to Catalog → Products
3. Click “New Product”
4. Fill basic details:
   • Product Name
   • Product Type:
     • Standard Product
     • Pack
     • Virtual Product
   • Price
   • Quantity/Stock
5. Upload product images
6. Add:
   • Description
   • Short description
   • SEO title/meta description
   • Categories
   • Brand/Manufacturer
7. Configure:
   • Shipping
   • Combinations/Variants (size, color)
   • Features
   • Related products
8. Set product status to Online
9. Click Save

Important Tabs Explained

Basic Settings

Main product info, price, category, images.

Quantities

Manage stock quantity and low-stock alerts.

Shipping

Weight, dimensions, carriers.

Combinations

Create variants like:

• Size: S/M/L
• Color: Red/Blue

SEO

Improve Google ranking:

• Friendly URL
• Meta title
• Meta description

Options

Visibility, condition, customization.

Best Practice for Faster Sales

• Use high-quality square images
• Add detailed descriptions
• Use keywords in product title
• Enable friendly URLs
• Add multiple product images
• Set correct categories

Bulk Product Import (CSV)

If you have many products:

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Import
2. Upload CSV file
3. Choose:
   • Products
4. Map CSV columns
5. Import

Useful for:

• Thousands of products
• Supplier catalogs
• Migration from another store

Recommended Image Sizes

• Product image: 800×800 or higher
• JPG or WEBP
• Optimized for speed

Common Problems

Product not showing on website

Check:

• Product status = Online
• Quantity > 0
• Assigned category
• Category enabled

Images blurry

Regenerate thumbnails:

• Design → Image Settings → Regenerate thumbnails

Slow product page

• Compress images
• Disable unnecessary modules
• Use caching/CDN

Official documentation:
PrestaShop Product Documentation

Minimum Server Requirements

Official documentation:
PrestaShop 9 System Requirements

PHP Compatibility Chart

Recommended:

PHP 8.4 or 8.5

PHP 7.x is NOT supported. (PrestaShop)

Required PHP Extensions

Enable these extensions:

Recommended PHP Settings

Inside:

php.ini

Recommended:

memory_limit = 512M
max_execution_time = 300
upload_max_filesize = 128M
post_max_size = 128M
allow_url_fopen = On

Recommended Hosting Specs

Small Store

(under 1,000 products)

Medium Store

(1,000–20,000 products)

Large Store

Apache Requirements

Enable modules:

mod_rewrite
mod_headers
mod_expires

Nginx

Supported officially.

Recommended for:

• Better performance
• High traffic
• VPS servers

Database Recommendations

Best:

MariaDB 10.6+

OR:

MySQL 8

Hosting Compatibility

Good hosting options for PrestaShop 9:

• Hostinger
• Cloudways
• DigitalOcean
• OVHcloud

Important Upgrade Notes

Before upgrading from 1.7 or 8:

Check:

• Module compatibility
• Theme compatibility
• PHP compatibility
• Overrides/custom code

PrestaShop warns that version 9 introduces breaking changes. (PrestaShop Help Center)

PrestaShop 9 Improvements

New in version 9:

• Symfony 6.4
• Improved performance
• Better security
• New Admin API
• Modern Hummingbird theme
• Better PHP 8 support (PrestaShop Help Center)

Real-World Community Feedback

Many developers recommend:

• PrestaShop 9 for new stores
• PrestaShop 8.2 for maximum module compatibility right now (Reddit)

Community reports:

• PS9 is faster and more modern
• Some older modules/themes may still be incompatible (Reddit)

Best Setup Recommendation (2026)

For most stores:

Official Download

PrestaShop Official Website

• Fast first reminder
• Small but targeted discounts
• WhatsApp + email combination
• Mobile-friendly emails
• Limiting too many reminders

Recommended High-Converting Setup

Reminder Flow

Avoid sending more than 3 emails.

Best Settings

1. Abandoned Cart Definition

Trigger cart as abandoned if:

• No order completed within 30 minutes
• Customer entered email
• Cart value above ₹500–₹1000

Best setting:

Cart abandoned after: 30 minutes

2. First Reminder Email

Timing

45 minutes after abandonment

Message Style

• Friendly
• No discount yet
• Show cart products clearly

Subject Line Examples

• “You left something behind ”
• “Your cart is waiting”
• “Complete your order before stock runs out”

3. Second Reminder (Highest Conversion)

Timing

24 hours later

Discount

5% OFF

Best Coupon Rules

• Minimum cart value
• Valid for 24 hours
• Single use only

Subject Examples

• “Complete your order & save 5%”
• “Your cart expires soon”

4. Final Reminder

Timing

48–72 hours later

Offer

Choose ONE:

• 10% OFF
• Free shipping
• Small free gift

Free shipping often converts better than large discounts.

Important

Add urgency:

Coupon expires tonight

Email Design Best Practices

Keep Email Simple

Include:

• Product image
• Product name
• Price
• Large “Return to Cart” button

Avoid:

• Long text
• Too many banners
• Multiple CTA buttons

Best Coupon Settings

SMTP Settings (Very Important)

Poor email delivery kills conversion.

Use professional SMTP:

• Brevo
• Mailgun
• SendGrid

Avoid basic hosting mail if possible.

Best Performing Recovery Channels

Highest Conversion Order

1. WhatsApp reminder
2. Email reminder
3. Browser push notification

WhatsApp recovery usually converts better in India.

Best Modules for Maximum Conversion

Premium

• Knowband Abandoned Cart
• ETS Soft Abandoned Cart

Advanced Marketing Automation

• Klaviyo
• Omnisend

Best Conversion Tricks

1. Add Trust Near Checkout

Display:

• COD available
• Secure payment
• Fast shipping
• Easy returns

2. Reduce Checkout Steps

Best:

One-page checkout

3. Offer Guest Checkout

Mandatory for Indian stores.

4. Mobile Optimization

Most abandoned carts are mobile users.

Check:

• Button size
• Page speed
• Payment gateway speed

Ideal Setup Summary

Recovery rates around:

10%–25%

are common with a properly optimized setup.

Common Abandoned Cart Settings

1. Enable Guest Checkout

Go to:

Shop Parameters → Order Settings

Enable:

• Guest checkout
• Reorder option

This helps reduce cart abandonment.

2. Install an Abandoned Cart Module

Popular modules:

• PrestaShop Addons Marketplace
• Modules like:
  • “Abandoned Cart Reminder Pro”
  • “Mail Alerts”
  • “Cart Reminder”

3. Typical Module Settings

After installing:

Modules → Module Manager → Configure

You can usually set:

Email Delay

Example:

• First reminder: 1 hour
• Second reminder: 24 hours
• Third reminder: 3 days

Discount Coupons

Automatically generate:

• Percentage discounts
• Free shipping
• Fixed amount coupons

Customer Filters

Send reminders only to:

• Registered users
• Guests
• Specific customer groups

Cart Conditions

Minimum:

• Cart value
• Product quantity

Email Templates

Customize:

• Subject line
• Logo
• Products in cart
• Coupon code

4. Cron Job Setup

Most abandoned cart modules require a cron job.

Typical cron URL:

https://yourstore.com/modules/modulename/cron.php

Setup cron from:

• Hosting panel (like Hostinger)
• cPanel
• Server cron

Recommended:

• Every 15 minutes or 1 hour

5. SMTP Email Configuration

Go to:

Advanced Parameters → E-mail

Configure SMTP:

• Gmail
• SendGrid
• Mailgun
• Hosting SMTP

Test email delivery.

6. Best Recovery Strategy

Recommended sequence:

7. Analytics to Monitor

Track:

• Recovery rate
• Open rate
• Click rate
• Revenue recovered

Method 1: Check config/settings.inc.php (PrestaShop 1.6 and older)

Open:

/config/settings.inc.php

Search for:

define('_PS_VERSION_', '1.6.x.x');

Method 2: Check app/AppKernel.php (PrestaShop 1.7)

Open:

/app/AppKernel.php

Look for something like:

const VERSION = '1.7.x.x';

Method 3: Check src/Core/Version.php (PrestaShop 8)

Open:

/src/Core/Version.php

You may see:

public const VERSION = '8.x.x';

Method 4: Check composer.json

Open:

/composer.json

Search for:

"prestashop/core": "8.x.x"

Method 5: Use PHP file (works on most versions)

Create a file like version.php in root:

<?php
include('config/config.inc.php');
echo _PS_VERSION_;

Open in browser:

https://yourdomain.com/version.php

It will display:

8.1.5

Delete the file after checking for security.

Official documentation:
PrestaShop Developer Documentation

In PrestaShop, Geolocation allows your store to detect a visitor’s country using their IP address. It can automatically:

• Restrict access by country
• Show localized taxes
• Display country-specific shipping methods
• Improve fraud prevention
• Support regional compliance

How to Configure Geolocation in PrestaShop

Step 1: Open Geolocation Settings

Go to:

International → Geolocation

Step 2: Download GeoLite2 Database

PrestaShop uses the MaxMind GeoLite2 country database.

Download from:

MaxMind GeoLite2 Database

After downloading:

1. Extract the file
2. Upload GeoLite2-Country.mmdb

Upload location:

/app/Resources/geoip/

For older PrestaShop versions:

/tools/geoip/

Step 3: Enable Geolocation

In back office:

• Enable geolocation
• Choose allowed or blocked countries

Options include:

• Visitors cannot see catalog
• Visitors can browse but not order
• Full access

Step 4: Configure Behavior

You can:

• Restrict orders from certain countries
• Disable shipping for unsupported regions
• Show country-specific taxes

Example:

• India customers → GST
• Europe customers → VAT

Step 5: Whitelist Your IP

Very important during testing.

Add your IP address to whitelist:

127.0.0.1
YOUR_PUBLIC_IP

Otherwise you may block yourself accidentally.

Common Uses

A. Country Restrictions

Block:

• Fraud-prone regions
• Unsupported shipping countries

B. Localized Pricing

Show:

• INR for India
• USD for USA
• EUR for Europe

C. Tax Automation

Automatically apply:

• GST
• VAT
• Sales tax

Troubleshooting

Geolocation Not Working

Check:

• GeoLite2 database installed
• Correct folder permissions
• PHP extensions enabled
• Cache cleared

Required PHP Extensions

Usually:

• geoip
• mbstring
• curl

Performance Tips

Geolocation can slightly increase server load.

Recommendations:

• Enable caching
• Use CDN
• Optimize hosting

Especially important for:

• Shared hosting
• Large catalogs
• High traffic stores

Security Benefits

Geolocation helps:

• Reduce fake orders
• Block suspicious regions
• Prevent bot traffic
• Control market access

Useful Official Documentation

• PrestaShop Geolocation Documentation
• PrestaShop International Settings Docs
• PrestaShop Developer Documentation

In PrestaShop, Carrier Setup is used to configure shipping methods and delivery charges for your store.

How to Configure Carriers in PrestaShop

Open Carrier Settings

Go to:

Shipping → Carriers

Here you can:

• Add new courier/shipping methods
• Set shipping prices
• Configure delivery zones
• Set free shipping rules

Add a New Carrier

Click Add New Carrier

You can configure:

1. Carrier Name

Example:

• Delhivery
• Blue Dart
• India Post
• DTDC
• Porter

2. Transit Time

Example:

• Delivery in 2–5 days
• Same day delivery

3. Logo

Upload courier logo.

4. Tracking URL

Example:

https://tracking.example.com/@

@ is replaced with tracking number automatically.

Shipping Cost Methods

A. By Price

Shipping depends on cart total.

Example:

B. By Weight

Shipping depends on product weight.

Example:

Shipping Zones

Go to:

International → Locations → Zones

Examples:

• India
• Maharashtra
• Europe
• UAE

You can allow carriers only for selected zones.

Delivery Time Settings

You can:

• Set estimated delivery
• Enable delay messages
• Configure handling time

Free Shipping Setup

Path:
Shipping → Preferences

Example:

• Free shipping above ₹999
• Free shipping by weight

Recommended Indian Courier Integrations

Common shipping partners:

• Delhivery
• Blue Dart
• DTDC
• Xpressbees
• Ecom Express
• India Post

Some providers offer:

• API integration
• Auto AWB creation
• Shipment tracking
• Label printing

Multi-Store Shipping

If using PrestaShop Multi-Store:

• Different carriers per store
• Different shipping charges
• Different warehouse locations

SEO & Customer Benefits

Good carrier setup improves:

• Checkout conversion
• Customer trust
• Delivery transparency
• Cart abandonment reduction

Tips for Better Shipping Configuration

For Small Products

Use:

• Weight-based shipping
• Free shipping threshold

For Heavy Products

Use:

• Zone-based rates
• Separate carrier for bulky items

For Local Delivery in Pune

You can create:

• Same-day delivery carrier
• Porter local delivery carrier
• Store pickup option

Useful Documentation

• PrestaShop Shipping Documentation
• PrestaShop Developer Docs

In PrestaShop, Localization helps you configure your store for different countries, languages, currencies, taxes, units, and regional settings. It is important for international selling.

Main Features of PrestaShop Localization

1. Languages

You can install multiple languages for your store:

• English
• French
• Arabic
• Hindi
• Spanish
• etc.

Path:
International → Localization → Languages

2. Currencies

Supports multiple currencies:

• INR
• USD
• EUR
• GBP
• BTC display modules (custom)

You can:

• Set default currency
• Enable currency conversion
• Auto-update exchange rates

Path:
International → Localization → Currencies

3. Geolocation

Automatically detect visitor country and:

• Show correct language
• Apply country tax rules
• Restrict access by country if needed

Path:
International → Localization → Geolocation

4. Taxes

Different countries use different tax systems:

• GST (India)
• VAT (Europe)
• Sales Tax (USA)

You can configure:

• Tax rules
• Tax rates
• Country-specific taxes

Path:
International → Taxes

5. Units

Set regional units:

• Weight: kg / lb
• Distance: km / miles
• Volume: litre / gallon

Path:
International → Localization

6. Translation

Translate:

• Front office text
• Back office text
• Email templates
• Modules

Path:
International → Translations

7. Localization Packs

PrestaShop provides country packs containing:

• Language
• Currency
• Taxes
• States
• Units

Example:

• India localization pack
• France localization pack

Import from:
International → Localization → Import a localization pack

Benefits

• Better international SEO
• Improved customer trust
• Correct tax calculation
• Multi-country selling
• Better conversion rates

For Indian Stores

Recommended settings for Pune/India:

• Currency: INR
• Language: English
• Tax: GST
• Weight: kg
• Distance: km
• Timezone: Asia/Kolkata

Useful Documentation

• PrestaShop Localization Documentation
• PrestaShop Translations Guide

Why Change Admin Folder Name?

• Prevent brute-force attacks
• Hide default /admin URL
• Improve basic security

Step-by-Step: Change Admin Folder Name

1. Locate Your PrestaShop Root

Go to your hosting (like File Manager or FTP):

/public_html/

You will see something like:

admin123abc

PrestaShop already creates a random admin folder during install.

2. Rename the Admin Folder

Just rename it to something unique:

admin123abc → mysecurepanel

Example:

/public_html/mysecurepanel

3. Access New Admin URL

Now open:

https://yourdomain.com/mysecurepanel

Your old /admin or previous URL will NOT work anymore.

Important Things to Check

Update Bookmark

• Save the new admin URL

Clear Cache (if issue)

Delete:

/var/cache/prod
/var/cache/dev

Check .htaccess (rare case)

Normally no change needed, but if login fails:

• Regenerate .htaccess from:
  Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO

If You Forgot Admin Folder Name

Check via:

• FTP / File Manager
• Look for folder starting with admin

Advanced (Extra Security Tips)

• Use strong password
• Enable 2FA (via module)
• Restrict admin by IP (in .htaccess)

Example:

Order Deny,Allow
Deny from all
Allow from YOUR_IP

Important Warning

Do NOT rename:

• /classes
• /controllers
• /modules

Only rename the admin folder

1. Go to Positions (Hooks Page)

• Login to Admin Panel
• Navigate:
  Design → Positions
  (In older versions: Modules → Positions)

2. Transplant (Hook) a Module

This means attaching a module to a hook.

Steps:

1. Click “Transplant a module” (top-right button)
2. Fill details:
   • Module → Select your module
   • Hook → Choose where to display (e.g., displayHeader, displayFooter)
   • Exceptions → (Optional) hide on specific pages
3. Click Save

Example:

• Hook module to displayHome → shows on homepage
• Hook to displayFooter → shows in footer

3. Unhook (Remove Module from Hook)

Method 1:

1. In Positions page, find the hook
2. Locate your module
3. Click Trash/Delete icon

Method 2:

• Click Edit on module inside hook → remove or change position

4. Reorder Modules (Change Position)

• Drag & drop modules within a hook
• Or use Up/Down arrows
• Click Save positions

5. Use “Live Edit” (Optional Visual Way)

• Click “Run Live Edit”
• You can visually drag modules on front-end
• Save changes

Note: Live edit may not work well on newer versions/themes

6. Important Hooks Examples

• displayHeader → CSS/JS loading
• displayFooter → footer content
• displayHome → homepage
• displayLeftColumn / displayRightColumn
• displayProductExtraContent → product page tabs

7. Reset Module (Quick Fix)

If hook not working:

• Go to Modules → Module Manager
• Find module → Click Reset
• Then re-hook again

8. Developer Tip (Important)

Some modules only work on specific hooks because:

• They are coded with specific hook functions like:

public function hookDisplayHeader() {}

If hook not exists in module → it won’t show

1. Better Product Presentation

Extra tabs let you organize content like:

• Description
• Specifications
• Reviews
• FAQs
• Shipping info

Instead of a long messy page, users get clean, structured information.

2. Higher Conversion Rate

When customers find all details easily:

• Less confusion
• Fewer doubts
• Faster decisions

Result: more sales

Example:

• “Specifications” tab → builds confidence
• “FAQ” tab → removes objections

3. SEO Benefits (Hidden Power)

Tabs allow you to add:

• Keyword-rich content
• Long descriptions
• Technical specs

This helps Google better understand your product.

But important:

• Content must be visible in HTML (not lazy-loaded only via JS)
• Otherwise Google may ignore it

4. Improved User Experience (UX)

Good UX = better engagement:

• Users stay longer
• Lower bounce rate
• Easier navigation

All indirectly help SEO

5. Mobile-Friendly Structure

Tabs are perfect for mobile:

• Save screen space
• Avoid endless scrolling

6. Customer Trust & Transparency

Tabs like:

• Reviews
• Return policy
• Warranty

Increase trust → especially important for new stores

7. Flexibility for Custom Modules (Your Advantage)

Since you build modules:

You can create tabs like:

• Technical specs (auto from DB)
• Comparison tables
• Delivery ETA (dynamic)
• FAQ schema-ready content

This adds real value to your module listing

8. Schema Integration Opportunity

Each tab can include structured data:

• Product schema
• FAQ schema
• Review schema

Boosts rich results in search

Common Mistakes (Avoid These)

• Empty tabs (bad UX)
• Duplicate content
• Tabs loaded via AJAX only (SEO loss)
• Too many tabs (overcomplicated)

Smart Strategy (For You)

Since you sell PrestaShop modules:

Combine:

• Extra Tabs + JSON-LD schema
• Auto-generate content from database
• Add FAQ tab with schema (big SEO win)

Real Impact Summary

Feature	Impact
Better structure	UX
More info	Trust
Keywords in tabs	SEO
Organized layout	Conversion

Let’s break down the real benefits (not just theory):

1. Rich Results (More Visibility)

Schema helps Google show rich snippets like:

• Ratings & reviews
• Price
• Stock availability
• Product image

Instead of a plain link, your listing becomes more attractive → higher clicks.

2. Higher CTR (Click-Through Rate)

When users see:

• Price
• Reviews
• Availability

They are more likely to click your link over competitors.

Same ranking, but more traffic.

3. Better Understanding by Search Engines

Schema gives structured data like:

• Product name
• Brand
• SKU
• Category

This helps Google understand your store clearly and index it better.

4. Product-Based SEO Advantage

For eCommerce (especially your PrestaShop store):

• Product schema = better product ranking
• Breadcrumb schema = better navigation display
• Organization schema = trust signals

5. Voice Search & AI Readiness

Schema helps with:

• Google Assistant answers
• AI search results
• Featured snippets

Future-proof SEO (important now)

6. Error Detection with Google Tools

You can test your schema using:

• Google Rich Results Test
• Google Search Console

These tools show:

• Errors
• Missing fields
• Enhancement opportunities

7. Faster Indexing & Better Crawling

Structured data acts like a shortcut for search engines to understand your page quickly.

8. Competitive Edge in PrestaShop Marketplace

Since you mentioned you sell modules:

Your JSON-LD module can:

• Improve client SEO instantly
• Be a strong selling point
• Justify premium pricing

Important Reality Check

Schema does NOT directly increase rankings
But it:

• Improves CTR
• Improves visibility
• Helps Google understand content

Which indirectly boosts SEO performance.

Advanced Tip (For You)

Since you already:

• Work with PHP
• Build PrestaShop modules

You should:

• Use dynamic JSON-LD (auto-generated from DB)
• Use ImageObject (as you prefer)
• Add:
  • Product
  • FAQ
  • Breadcrumb
  • Organization schema

1. Enable Webservice API

1. Go to Back Office → Advanced Parameters → Webservice
2. Click Enable PrestaShop Webservice
3. Set to YES
4. Save

2. Create API Key

1. Click “Add new webservice key”
2. Generate a key (or auto-generate)
3. Give permissions:
   • GET (read)
   • POST (create)
   • PUT (update)
   • DELETE (remove)
4. Select resources (products, customers, orders, etc.)

3. API URL Format

Your API endpoint will be:

https://yourdomain.com/api/

Example:

https://yourdomain.com/api/products

Authentication:

• Use Basic Auth
• Username = API KEY
• Password = empty

4. Example API Requests

Get Products (PHP)

$ch = curl_init();
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_URL, "https://yourdomain.com/api/products");
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1);
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_USERPWD, "YOUR_API_KEY:");
$response = curl_exec($ch);
curl_close($ch);

echo $response;

Create Product (XML)

<prestashop>
  <product>
    <name>
      <language id="1">Test Product</language>
    </name>
    <price>100</price>
    <active>1</active>
  </product>
</prestashop>

Python Example

import requests

url = "https://yourdomain.com/api/products"
api_key = "YOUR_API_KEY"

response = requests.get(url, auth=(api_key, ""))
print(response.text)

5. Available Resources

Common endpoints:

• /api/products
• /api/customers
• /api/orders
• /api/categories
• /api/stock_availables

Important Notes

• Default format is XML (JSON needs extra handling or modules)
• Make sure mod_rewrite is enabled on server
• Use HTTPS for security
• Permissions must be set correctly or you’ll get 401/403 errors

Just tell me

1. Enable Webservice in PrestaShop

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Webservice
2. Turn ON:
   • Enable PrestaShop Webservice
3. Save

If you’re on Apache, make sure:

• mod_rewrite is enabled
• .htaccess is working (Regenerate from SEO & URLs if needed)

2. Create API Key

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Webservice
2. Click “Add new webservice key”
3. Fill:
   • Key: Click Generate
   • Description: e.g., “Mobile App API”
   • Status: Enable

3. Set Permissions

You’ll see a list of resources like:

• products
• categories
• customers
• orders
• carts

Set permissions:

• GET → Read
• POST → Create
• PUT → Update
• DELETE → Remove

Example:

• For product sync: enable GET, POST, PUT on products

4. API Endpoint Structure

Your API base URL:

https://yourdomain.com/api/

Example endpoints:

• Products:

https://yourdomain.com/api/products

• Customers:

https://yourdomain.com/api/customers

5. Authentication

PrestaShop API uses Basic Auth:

• Username = API Key
• Password = (leave empty)

6. Test API in Browser / Postman

Browser test:

https://API_KEY@yourdomain.com/api/products

Postman setup:

• Method: GET
• URL: https://yourdomain.com/api/products
• Auth:
  • Type: Basic Auth
  • Username: API KEY
  • Password: blank

7. Example API Requests

Get all products

GET /api/products

Get specific product

GET /api/products/1

Create product (POST)

<prestashop>
  <product>
    <name>
      <language id="1">Test Product</language>
    </name>
    <price>100</price>
    <active>1</active>
  </product>
</prestashop>

Update product

PUT /api/products/1

Delete product

DELETE /api/products/1

8. PHP Example (cURL)

$apiKey = 'YOUR_API_KEY';
$url = 'https://yourdomain.com/api/products';

$ch = curl_init();
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_URL, $url);
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_RETURNTRANSFER, 1);
curl_setopt($ch, CURLOPT_USERPWD, $apiKey.':');

$response = curl_exec($ch);
curl_close($ch);

echo $response;

9. Common Issues & Fixes

401 Unauthorized

• Wrong API key
• Permissions not set

404 Not Found

• Pretty URLs issue → regenerate .htaccess

500 Server Error

• Enable debug mode in PrestaShop
• Check server logs

Empty response

• Resource permissions missing

10. Security Best Practices

• Never expose API key publicly
• Restrict IP access (if possible)
• Use HTTPS only
• Create separate keys per integration

11. Use Cases

• Mobile app integration
• ERP / accounting sync
• Inventory automation
• Order processing system
• Marketplace integration

Pro Tips (Advanced)

• Use filters:

/api/products?filter[price]=[100,200]

• Use display fields:

/api/products?display=[id,name,price]

• Use output format JSON (newer versions):

/api/products?output_format=JSON

SEO is critical for any eCommerce store using PrestaShop.

This checklist covers everything you need to rank higher and get more traffic.

Technical SEO

• Enable friendly URLs
• Optimize robots.txt
• Create XML sitemap
• Fix broken links

On-Page SEO

• Optimize product titles
• Write unique descriptions
• Use keywords naturally
• Add internal links

Structured Data (Very Important)

Use Schema.org to add:

• Product schema
• Breadcrumb schema
• Organization schema

This enables rich snippets in Google.

Speed Optimization

• Use caching
• Compress images
• Minify CSS/JS

Mobile Optimization

• Responsive design
• Fast loading
• Easy navigation

Content Strategy

Create blog posts:

• How-to guides
• SEO tips
• Product comparisons

Conversion Optimization

• Add reviews
• Show trust badges
• Improve UX

Conclusion

SEO is not one-time work—it’s ongoing.

Start with structured data, optimise your content, and continuously improve your store.

You’ve added structured data, but rich snippets are still not showing in Google.

This is a common issue in PrestaShop stores.

Let’s fix it step-by-step.

Why Rich Snippets Are Not Showing

1. Invalid Structured Data

Even small errors can prevent rich results.

2. Missing Required Fields

Google requires:

• price
• availability
• reviews

3. Google Has Not Indexed Yet

It may take days or weeks.

4. Low Trust Signals

New websites may not show rich snippets immediately.

Step-by-Step Fix

Step 1: Validate Schema

Use Google Rich Results Test.

Step 2: Add Complete Product Data

Ensure:

• Price
• Currency
• Availability
• Reviews

Step 3: Use JSON-LD Format

Google prefers JSON-LD over microdata.

Step 4: Avoid Duplicate Schema

Multiple schema types can confuse Google.

Step 5: Improve Content Quality

Rich snippets also depend on:

• Page quality
• Content relevance

Pro Tip

Use a module that automatically:

• Generates valid schema
• Updates fields dynamically
• Fixes errors

Conclusion

Rich snippets not showing is usually due to technical issues or incomplete data.

Fixing these can significantly improve your CTR and traffic.

If your PrestaShop store is not showing rich snippets in Google (ratings, price, stock), the main reason is missing or incorrect structured data.

Google recommends using Schema.org JSON-LD format to help search engines understand your content.

In this guide, you’ll learn how to properly add JSON-LD schema to your PrestaShop store.

What is JSON-LD Schema?

JSON-LD (JavaScript Object Notation for Linked Data) is a structured data format used to describe your website content.

It helps Google display:

• Product ratings
• Price
• Availability
• Breadcrumbs

Why JSON-LD is Important for PrestaShop SEO

Without structured data:

• Your listings look basic
• Lower click-through rate (CTR)
• Less visibility in search results

With JSON-LD:

• Enhanced search appearance
• Higher CTR
• Better user trust

he easiest way is using a module that automatically generates structured data.

Benefits:

• Automatic schema generation
• No coding required
• Always updated with Google guidelines

How to Test Your Schema

Use:

• Google Rich Results Test
• Google Search Console

Check:

• Errors
• Warnings
• Eligibility for rich results

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Missing required fields
• Incorrect product data
• Duplicate schema
• Invalid JSON format

Conclusion

Adding JSON-LD schema is essential if you want your PrestaShop store to stand out in search results.

The easiest way is to use an automatic module to avoid errors and save time.

Here’s what it generally means:

Partner Seller

• Officially recognized by the platform (like PrestaShop)
• Your modules/themes are considered reliable and high quality
• Often gets:
  • Better listing placement
  • More trust from buyers
  • Access to some platform support or programs

Premium Seller

• A top-tier level above regular sellers
• Based on:
  • High sales volume
  • Good ratings/reviews
  • Low refund rate
• Benefits:
  • Featured placement (homepage/category top)
  • Higher conversion rate (buyers trust premium badge)
  • Sometimes early access to new features

Reality (Important)

Getting Partner/Premium status is not just paying money (though some platforms push paid programs now ). It usually depends on:

• Product quality
• Support response time
• Customer satisfaction
• Consistent sales

In Your Case (Based on your situation)

Since you had 12 modules earlier, you were benefiting from:

• More visibility (multiple listings)
• More entry points for customers

Now with 1 merged module, you lost:

• Marketplace exposure
• SEO advantage inside Addons

So even if you become Premium, you still need a visibility strategy.

Smart Strategy Instead of Relying Only on Premium

• Create landing pages for each feature on your own website
• Use SEO (like you already do with schema )
• Offer demo + video + documentation
• Collect reviews externally (trust signal)

PrestaShop is a popular open-source platform, especially strong for small to medium online businesses. Here’s what you actually gain from using it:

1. Free & Open Source (Cost Advantage)

• No license fees (unlike Shopify or Magento Commerce)
• You only pay for:
  • Hosting
  • Domain
  • Optional modules/themes

Good if you want full control with low starting cost

2. Full Control & Customization

• Access to complete source code
• Customize:
  • Design (themes)
  • Checkout process
  • Product pages
• Ideal for developers (PHP-based)

You can build exactly what your business needs

3. Multi-Store & Multi-Language

• Run multiple shops from one admin
• Sell in different:
  • Languages
  • Currencies
  • Countries

Perfect if you plan to scale globally

4. Strong SEO Capabilities

Works well with Google SEO features:

• Clean URLs
• Meta tags control
• Schema (JSON-LD support)
• Sitemap generation

Helps improve visibility in search results

5. Large Module Marketplace

• Thousands of plugins for:
  • Payment gateways (Razorpay, PayU, Stripe)
  • Shipping (Delhivery, Shiprocket)
  • SEO & marketing tools

You can extend functionality easily

6. Built-in E-commerce Features

No need for many plugins initially:

• Product management
• Inventory tracking
• Order management
• Discounts & coupons
• Customer accounts

7. Mobile-Friendly & Responsive

• Most modern themes are mobile optimized
• Important since most traffic comes from mobile

8. Secure & Reliable

• Regular updates
• Community support
• SSL compatibility

Security depends on your hosting & maintenance too

9. Good for Indian Market

• Supports:
  • GST setup
  • INR currency
  • Indian payment gateways
• Works well for local logistics integration

10. Scalable for Growing Business

• Start small → expand gradually
• Add modules as needed
• Handle hundreds to thousands of products

Honest Drawbacks (Important)

• Needs technical knowledge (not fully beginner-friendly)
• Paid modules can get expensive
• Performance optimization required (hosting + caching)

When PrestaShop is Best for You

Choose it if:

• You want full control (not SaaS like Shopify)
• You have some technical knowledge (or developer)
• You want to scale gradually

Quick Summary

PrestaShop = Flexible + Affordable + Powerful (with some technical effort)

1. Google Rich Results Test (Schema Testing Tool)

Tool: Google Rich Results Test

What it does:

• Tests your JSON-LD schema
• Checks if your page is eligible for rich results
• Shows errors & warnings

You can test:

• Live URL OR paste code
• Product schema
• Article/blog schema
• FAQ, Breadcrumb, etc.

Output:

• Valid items
• Warnings (optional improvements)
• Errors (must fix)

Example:
If your product schema is correct → it will say
“Eligible for rich results”

2. Schema Markup Validator (Basic Validator)

Tool: Schema Markup Validator

What it does:

• Checks if your schema follows Schema.org structure
• More technical validation

Limitation:

• Does NOT tell if Google will show rich results

Use this for:

• Debugging structure issues
• Advanced schema validation

3. Google Search Console (Real Performance Tool)

Tool: Google Search Console

What it does:

This is where real SEO impact shows.

Features:

• Enhancements Report
  • Products
  • Breadcrumbs
  • FAQ
• Shows:
  • Errors
  • Valid pages
  • Pages with warnings

Performance Tracking:

• Impressions
• Clicks
• CTR
• Ranking position

Example:
You can see:

• How many product pages have valid schema
• Which pages have errors

How They Work Together

1. Build schema in PrestaShop
2. Test in Rich Results Test
3. Fix errors
4. Deploy live
5. Monitor in Search Console

Common Mistakes

• Missing required fields (price, availability)
• Wrong format (not JSON-LD)
• Duplicate schema
• Schema not matching visible content

Pro Tip

For PrestaShop:

• Always test product pages + blog pages
• Use dynamic schema (auto-filled from database)
• Re-check after theme/module updates

Just send your URL

Here’s what you actually gain

1. Rich Results (Eye-Catching Listings)

Schema enables rich snippets in Google results, like:

• Product ratings (stars)
• Price & availability
• Stock status
• Product images

Example: Instead of a plain link, your product shows price + rating → more clicks.

2. Higher Click-Through Rate (CTR)

Even if your ranking stays the same:

• Rich snippets attract more attention
• Users trust listings with ratings & details

Result: More traffic without higher ranking

3. Better Product Visibility

Using Product schema helps Google understand:

• Product name
• Price
• Brand
• Availability
• Reviews

This improves:

• Google Shopping integration
• Appearance in product-related searches

4. Blog & Article Enhancement

If you use blog modules (like YBC Blog), schema helps:

• Show author, publish date
• Appear in Top Stories (sometimes)
• Improve content indexing

Use:

• Article schema
• BreadcrumbList schema

5. Breadcrumbs in Search

Instead of showing long URLs:

Home > Category > Product

This improves:

• User experience
• Navigation clarity

6. Local SEO Boost (if applicable)

If you run a physical shop:

• Add LocalBusiness schema
• Show:
  • Address
  • Phone
  • Opening hours

Helps in:

• Google Maps visibility
• Local searches

7. Better Understanding by Search Engines

Schema helps search engines clearly understand:

• What your page is about
• Relationships between data

This reduces:

• Misinterpretation
• Indexing issues

8. Voice Search & AI Readiness

Structured data helps assistants (like Google Assistant) pull:

• Product info
• FAQs
• Business details

For PrestaShop Specifically

You should implement:

• Product schema (very important)
• Breadcrumb schema
• Organization schema
• Blog/Article schema (YBC Blog)
• FAQ schema (optional but powerful)

Important Truth (No Fluff)

Schema:

• Does NOT directly increase rankings
• DOES improve CTR, visibility, and trust

Pro Tip (Advanced)

Use:

• JSON-LD format (recommended by Google)
• Dynamic schema (auto-generated from product data)

Just share your site URL

Here’s how it works and how to configure it properly.

1. Enable Multi-Store in PrestaShop

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click Enable Multistore
3. Save

Once enabled, you’ll see a store selector at the top of the admin panel.

2. Add a New Shop (Domain)

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click Add new shop
3. Choose:
   • Shop name
   • Shop group (or create new group)
   • Category (usually root)

3. Configure Domain Settings

After creating the shop:

1. Go to Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO
2. Select your new shop from the top dropdown
3. Set:
   • Shop domain → example2.com
   • SSL domain → example2.com
   • Base URI → / (or subfolder if needed)

4. Point Domain to Server

In your hosting or DNS:

• Point your domain (example2.com) to the same server/IP as your main store
• If using Apache, ensure .htaccess is correctly generated
• If using Nginx, configure server block for new domain

5. Important: Same PrestaShop Installation

All domains will use:

• Same codebase
• Same database (but different shop IDs)

6. Decide What to Share vs Separate

In Multi-Store settings, you can choose:

Shared:

• Customers
• Orders
• Products
• Stock

Separate:

• Themes
• Prices
• Categories
• CMS pages

Example:

• If you run same products on different domains → share catalog
• If you run different businesses → keep separate

7. SSL Setup

Install SSL certificate for each domain:

• Use Let’s Encrypt (free)
• Or your hosting SSL

Common Issues (and fixes)

Domain shows main shop

Check:

• Domain correctly set in Traffic & SEO
• Clear cache: Advanced Parameters → Performance

Wrong URLs / redirects

Regenerate .htaccess:

• Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO → Save

Images not loading

Check:

• CDN / media server settings
• Base URL per shop

Pro Tips

• Use separate themes per domain for branding
• Use different languages/currencies per domain
• Avoid mixing too many unrelated businesses in one install (can get messy)

Example Use Cases

• example.com → India store
• example.ae → UAE store
• example.co.uk → UK store

What is Multi-Store in PrestaShop?

It allows you to:

• Manage multiple shops (stores) from one back office
• Share or separate products, customers, orders, and inventory
• Use different domains or subdomains
• Customize each store’s design, pricing, and catalog

Example Use Cases

• Same products, different domains → mysite.com & mysite.in
• Different brands → Brand A store & Brand B store
• Wholesale + Retail stores
• Country-specific stores (India, UAE, etc.)

Types of Multi-Store Setup

PrestaShop gives 3 levels:

1. Shop

• Individual store
• Can have unique theme, products, and settings

2. Shop Group

• Group of shops sharing some data (like customers or stock)

3. All Shops

• Global settings applied to all stores

How to Enable Multi-Store

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click Enable Multistore
3. Save settings

How to Add a New Store

1. Go to Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click Add new shop group (optional)
3. Click Add new shop
4. Configure:
   • Shop name
   • Shop URL (domain/subdomain)
   • Associated shop group
5. Save

Domain Setup (Important)

You must configure domain in:

• Hosting (cPanel / DNS)
• Point domain/subdomain to same PrestaShop folder

Example:

• store1.com
• store2.com

What Can Be Shared or Separate?

Feature	Can be Shared
Products	Yes
Customers	Yes
Orders	No
Themes	Separate
Prices	Optional
Stock	Optional

Advantages

• Save hosting cost (single installation)
• Centralized management
• Easy scaling for new brands or regions

Disadvantages

• Complex setup (especially domains & SSL)
• Some modules may not support multistore
• Mistakes can affect all shops

Pro Tips (Important)

• Always test on staging before enabling
• Use separate themes if branding differs
• Check module compatibility with multistore
• Backup before making changes

Custom SEO Plan for Your PrestaShop Store

1. Define Your SEO Strategy First (Most People Skip This)

Before touching settings, decide:

• Are you targeting:
  • Local (Pune / India)?
  • National (India-wide)?
  • International?

Example:

• Local: “buy tiles in Kondhwa Pune”
• National: “best bathroom tiles India”

This changes everything—keywords, content, backlinks.

2. Keyword Plan (High ROI Structure)

A. Main Keywords (Money Pages)

Target for:

• Homepage
• Categories

Example structure:

• Category: “Men Shoes”
• Keywords:
  • “men sports shoes India”
  • “buy running shoes online India”

B. Long-Tail Keywords (Easy Wins)

Use for product + blog pages:

• “lightweight running shoes under 2000”
• “best shoes for gym beginners India”

These rank faster and bring buyers.

Use:

• Google Keyword Planner
• Ubersuggest

3. Perfect PrestaShop Page Structure

Homepage

• Title: Main keyword + brand
• 300–500 words SEO content (hidden or visible)
• Internal links to categories

Category Pages (VERY IMPORTANT)

Optimize like landing pages:

• 300+ words intro content
• FAQs (boost rankings fast)
• Internal links to products

Product Pages (Conversion + SEO)

Each product must have:

• Unique description (no copy-paste)
• Specs in bullet points
• FAQ section (huge ranking boost)
• Reviews

4. Technical SEO Setup (Must Fix)

Inside PrestaShop:

• Enable friendly URLs
• Add canonical URLs
• Optimize robots.txt
• Generate sitemap and submit to:
  • Google Search Console

5. Speed Optimization (Ranking Booster)

• Compress images (WebP)
• Use caching module
• Remove unused modules
• Fast hosting (very important in India)

Test with:

• Google PageSpeed Insights

6. Content Strategy (Game Changer)

Create 2–4 articles per month using PrestaShop CMS:

Example Topics:

• “Best [product] under ₹2000”
• “How to choose [product]”
• “Top 10 [product] in India”

These bring free traffic + funnel to products.

7. Internal Linking Strategy

• Link blogs → products
• Link products → related products
• Use keyword anchor text

Example:
“Check our best running shoes collection”

8. Backlink Plan (Authority Building)

Start simple:

• Local directories (Justdial, IndiaMART)
• Guest posts
• Blogger reviews
• Supplier/manufacturer backlinks

9. Local SEO (If You Sell in Pune)

Create:

• Google Business Profile

Optimize with:

• Reviews
• Photos
• सही category

10. Schema (Rich Results Boost)

Add structured data for:

• Products (price, stock, rating)
• Breadcrumbs

This improves CTR (click rate).

11. 90-Day Action Plan

Month 1

• Fix technical SEO
• Optimize 10–20 products
• Keyword research

Month 2

• Add blog content (4 articles)
• Improve categories
• Start backlinks

Month 3

• Scale content
• Add FAQs to products
• Track rankings

12. Track Everything

Use:

• Google Analytics
• Search Console

Focus on:

• Keywords ranking on page 2 → push to page 1

Honest Reality

Most PrestaShop stores fail SEO because:

• They rely only on products (no content)
• Copy product descriptions
• Ignore backlinks

If you fix just these 3 → you’ll beat 70% of competitors.

1. Clean URLs & Technical Basics

Start with the fundamentals inside PrestaShop:

• Enable friendly URLs (no messy parameters like ?id_product=123)
• Set up proper meta titles & descriptions for every product, category, and CMS page
• Use HTTPS (SSL certificate is essential for SEO + trust)
• Create and submit a sitemap.xml to Google Search Console

2. Keyword Optimization (Don’t Guess)

Use tools like Google Keyword Planner or Ahrefs to find what people actually search.

Then:

• Include keywords naturally in:
  • Product titles
  • Descriptions
  • URLs
  • Image alt tags
• Focus on long-tail keywords (e.g., “men’s leather wallet slim” instead of just “wallet”)

3. Product Page SEO (Huge Impact)

Each product page should:

• Have unique descriptions (avoid copying manufacturer text)
• Include structured content (bullet points, specs)
• Add reviews (user-generated content boosts rankings)
• Optimize images (compressed + descriptive filenames)

4. Speed & Performance

Site speed directly affects rankings and conversions.

• Use caching modules
• Compress images (WebP if possible)
• Choose a fast hosting provider
• Minimize unnecessary modules

You can test performance with Google PageSpeed Insights

5. Mobile Optimization

Most traffic is mobile:

• Use a responsive theme
• Ensure fast load times on mobile
• Avoid intrusive popups

6. Internal Linking Structure

Help search engines crawl your site:

• Link related products (“You may also like”)
• Use clear category hierarchy
• Add breadcrumbs

7. Content Marketing (Often Ignored)

PrestaShop has CMS pages—use them:

• Write blog-style content (guides, comparisons)
• Target informational keywords
• Answer customer questions

Example: “How to choose the right running shoes”

8. Backlinks (Authority Builder)

Get other websites to link to you:

• Guest posts
• Product reviews by bloggers
• Directory listings
• Partnerships

Backlinks are still one of the strongest ranking factors.

9. Rich Snippets (Structured Data)

Add schema markup for:

• Products (price, availability, reviews)
• Breadcrumbs

This helps your listings stand out in search results.

10. Avoid Common PrestaShop SEO Mistakes

• Duplicate content (especially product variations)
• Missing meta tags
• Thin product pages
• Broken links
• Ignoring canonical URLs

11. Use SEO Modules (Optional Boost)

Some helpful PrestaShop add-ons:

• SEO Expert
• Pretty URLs
• Schema Markup tools

12. Track & Improve

Monitor performance regularly:

• Use Google Analytics for traffic
• Track keywords and rankings
• Improve pages that are close to ranking (positions 5–15)

Quick Reality Check

SEO for e-commerce isn’t instant. Even with perfect optimisation, expect:

• 2–3 months → early movement
• 4–6 months → noticeable traffic
• 6–12 months → strong results

Step 1: Buy Domain + Hosting

You need:

• Domain (e.g. yourstore.com)
• Hosting (Linux + cPanel recommended)

Good options:

• Hostinger
• Bluehost
• SiteGround

Choose a plan with:

• PHP 8+
• MySQL
• SSL (HTTPS)

Step 2: Install PrestaShop

Option A (Easy – 1 Click)

• Login to cPanel
• Use Softaculous / App Installer
• Select PrestaShop
• Click Install

Option B (Manual)

1. Download from PrestaShop
2. Upload via File Manager / FTP
3. Create database in cPanel
4. Open your domain → run installer

During setup fill:

• Shop name
• Admin email & password
• Database details

Step 3: Secure Your Store (IMPORTANT)

After install:

• Rename admin folder (you already know this )
• Enable SSL (HTTPS)
• Delete /install folder

Step 4: Understand Dashboard (Back Office)

Main sections:

• Catalog → Products, Categories
• Orders → Customer orders
• Customers → Users
• Modules → Plugins
• Design → Theme

Step 5: Add Your First Product

Go to:
Catalog → Products → Add New

Fill:

• Product Name
• Price
• Quantity
• Images
• Description

Example:

• Name: “Kids Football T-Shirt”
• Price: ₹499
• Stock: 50

Click Save

Step 6: Create Categories

Catalog → Categories

Example:

• Men
• Women
• Kids

Assign products to categories

Step 7: Change Design (Theme)

Design → Theme & Logo

Options:

• Use default theme (good for start)
• Or buy theme from:
  • ThemeForest

Step 8: Setup Payment Methods

Modules → Payments

Install:

• Cash on Delivery (COD)
• PayPal
• Razorpay (India best)

Step 9: Setup Shipping

Shipping → Carriers

Options:

• Free shipping
• Flat rate
• Based on weight

Example:

• ₹50 shipping all India

Step 10: Basic SEO Setup (Important for Google)

Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO

Set:

• Meta title
• Meta description
• Friendly URL

Step 11: Speed Optimization (Important for your work)

Since you already work on PrestaShop:

• Enable CCC (Combine, Compress, Cache)
• Use:
  • Cache ON
  • GZIP ON
• Use CDN (optional)

Step 12: Test Your Store

Before going live:

• Place test order
• Check mobile view
• Check payment

Step 13: Go Live

• Remove maintenance mode
• Start promoting

Next Step (Very Important)

Now tell me

What do you want to sell?

• Clothes
• Electronics
• Grocery
• Something else

Full Beginner Video Tutorial

PrestaShop Tutorial for Beginners (Step-by-Step Setup)

What is PrestaShop?

• PrestaShop is a free, open-source eCommerce platform used to build online stores. (Hostinger)
• You can manage products, payments, shipping, and design without coding (basic use).

Step-by-Step PrestaShop Tutorial (Beginner Level)

1. Prepare Before Installation

• Buy a domain + hosting
• Check server requirements
• Install an FTP tool like FileZilla (Store Manager for PrestaShop)

2. Install PrestaShop

Basic process:

1. Download PrestaShop from official website
2. Upload files to your server via FTP
3. Create a MySQL database
4. Run installation wizard in browser
   (Store Manager for PrestaShop)

During setup, you’ll enter:

• Shop name
• Admin email & password
• Database details

3. Explore Dashboard (Back Office)

Once installed:

• Manage products, orders, customers
• Configure settings like taxes, shipping, payments
  (WebsiteSetup – How to Make a Website)

4. Add Your First Product

• Go to Catalog → Products
• Add:
  • Product name
  • Price
  • Images
  • Description

5. Customize Store Design

• Install themes or modify layout
• Adjust homepage, menus, and categories

6. Set Up Payments & Shipping

• Add payment methods (Stripe, PayPal, COD)
• Configure shipping zones and rates
  (WebsiteSetup – How to Make a Website)

7. Install Modules (Plugins)

• Add features like:
  • SEO tools
  • Marketing tools
  • Analytics
• Modules extend functionality easily

Best Free Learning Resources

• Official training videos (free + paid) (help-center.prestashop.com)
• Step-by-step blog tutorials (Hostinger, WebsiteSetup)
• YouTube full-course tutorials (like above)

What You Can Learn Next

Once basics are done:

• SEO optimization
• Speed optimization
• Custom theme design
• Module development (advanced)

Quick Tip

Start with a demo store (sample data) during installation — it helps you understand how everything works faster.

Steps to Change Admin Folder Name

1. Access Your Hosting File Manager

• Login to your hosting (cPanel / FTP / File Manager)
• Go to your PrestaShop root directory (usually public_html)

2. Find the Admin Folder

• You will see a folder like:

  admin123abc
  

• PrestaShop already uses a random name for security.

3. Rename the Folder

• Right-click the folder → Rename
• Change it to something unique, for example:

  admin_secure_panel
  

4. Update Your Admin URL

• Old URL:

  https://yourdomain.com/admin123abc
  

• New URL:

  https://yourdomain.com/admin_secure_panel
  

5. Clear Cache (Important)

• Go to:

  var/cache/
  

• Delete all files inside (except index.php if present)

Extra Security Tips

• Use strong password
• Enable 2FA (if module available)
• Restrict admin access via IP (optional)

If you want, I can show you how to password-protect your admin folder or block access except your IP for even better security

1. Enable Multistore in PrestaShop

1. Go to Back Office
2. Navigate to:
   Advanced Parameters → Multistore
3. Click “Enable Multistore”
4. Save

After enabling, you’ll see a store selector dropdown at the top of the admin panel.

2. Create a Shop Group

Shop groups define how shops share data.

1. Go to:
   Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click “Add new shop group”
3. Configure:
   • Name (e.g., My Group)
   • Share customers (Yes/No)
   • Share orders (optional)
   • Share stock (optional)

Example:

• Same products, same customers → Enable sharing
• Completely separate shops → Disable all sharing

3. Add a New Shop

1. Go to:
   Advanced Parameters → Multistore
2. Click “Add new shop”
3. Fill details:
   • Shop name
   • Shop group (select created group)
   • Category (usually Home)
   • Import data (optional – copy from existing shop)

4. Configure Shop URL (IMPORTANT)

1. Go to:
   Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO → Set Shop URL
2. Edit the new shop
3. Set:
   • Domain: shop2.com
   • SSL domain: shop2.com
   • Physical URI: / or /shop2/

If using subdomain:

• shop2.yourdomain.com

If using subfolder:

• yourdomain.com/shop2/

5. Configure Each Shop Separately

Use the store selector (top left) to switch shops.

Now configure per shop:

• Products
• Themes
• Payment methods
• Shipping
• Languages

6. Assign Theme to Each Shop

1. Go to:
   Design → Theme & Logo
2. Select shop
3. Assign different theme (if needed)

7. Domain Setup (Server Side)

You must configure hosting:

For different domains:

• Point domain to same hosting
• Add domain in hosting panel

For subdomains:

• Create subdomain in cPanel

For folders:

• No extra setup needed

Important Tips

• Always backup before enabling multistore
• Some modules may not support multistore
• SEO must be configured separately for each shop
• Use same database, one PrestaShop install

Example Use Cases

• Same store, different countries → different domains
• Different brands → separate shops
• B2B and B2C → separate pricing

1. Free & Open Source

• Completely free to download and use
• No monthly subscription like Shopify
• Full control over your store and data

2. Highly Customizable

• Thousands of themes and modules available
• You can fully customize:
  • Design (UI/UX)
  • Features
  • Checkout process
• Ideal if you want flexibility compared to closed platforms

3. Large Module Marketplace

• Add advanced features easily:
  • SEO tools
  • Payment gateways
  • Shipping integrations
• Many plugins available via PrestaShop Addons Marketplace

4. Multi-Language & Multi-Currency

• Built-in support for global selling
• Easily target international customers
• Useful for expanding beyond India

5. SEO-Friendly Structure

• Clean URLs, meta tags, sitemap support
• Compatible with tools like Google Search Console
• Helps improve organic traffic

6. Full Ownership & Control

• Unlike SaaS platforms, you control:
  • Hosting
  • Data
  • Security setup
• No platform restrictions

7. Multiple Payment Options

• Supports:
  • Credit/Debit cards
  • UPI & wallets (India)
  • COD (Cash on Delivery)
• Integrates with many payment gateways

8. Flexible Shipping Management

• Create custom shipping rules
• Integrate with courier partners
• Calculate shipping based on:
  • Weight
  • Location
  • Price

9. Built-in Analytics & Reporting

• Track:
  • Sales
  • Orders
  • Customers
• Can integrate with Google Analytics for deeper insights

10. Scalable for Growth

• Start small and scale up
• Add more products, languages, and features anytime
• Suitable for both startups and large catalogs

11. Strong Developer Community

• Large global community
• Lots of tutorials, forums, and modules available
• Easier to find developers compared to niche platforms

12. Security Flexibility

• You can implement:
  • SSL
  • Firewalls
  • Custom security modules
• More control compared to hosted platforms

PrestaShop vs Others (Quick View)

• vs Shopify → More control, no monthly fee
• vs WooCommerce → More built-in e-commerce features
• vs Magento → Easier to manage, lighter for small/medium stores

Considerations

• Requires hosting & technical setup
• Some good modules/themes are paid
• Performance depends on server optimization

Best For:

• Small to medium businesses
• Developers or agencies
• Store owners who want control and flexibility

1. Fix the SEO Basics in PrestaShop

• Enable Friendly URLs
  Go to Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO and turn on clean URLs.
• Set Meta Titles & Descriptions
  Add unique, keyword-rich titles and descriptions for:
  • Products
  • Categories
  • CMS pages
• Optimize URL Structure
  Keep URLs short and descriptive (avoid IDs if possible).

2. Keyword Optimization

• Research keywords using tools like Google Keyword Planner or Ubersuggest
• Focus on:
  • Long-tail keywords (e.g., “buy leather wallet online India”)
  • Buyer intent keywords
• Place keywords naturally in:
  • Product titles
  • Descriptions
  • Headings (H1, H2)

3. Optimize Product Pages

• Write unique descriptions (avoid manufacturer copy)
• Add high-quality images with ALT text
• Include:
  • Features & benefits
  • FAQs
  • Reviews (user-generated content boosts SEO)

4. Improve Site Speed

• Use caching (enable CCC in PrestaShop)
• Compress images (WebP preferred)
• Use a fast hosting provider
• Consider CDN like Cloudflare

5. Mobile Optimization

• Use a responsive theme
• Test with Google Mobile-Friendly Test
• Ensure fast loading on mobile (critical for rankings)

6. Internal Linking Strategy

• Link related products
• Use category breadcrumbs
• Add “related products” sections
  This helps both users and search engines navigate your store.

7. Structured Data (Schema Markup)

• Add schema for:
  • Products
  • Prices
  • Reviews
• Use modules or tools compatible with Schema.org

8. Avoid Duplicate Content

• Disable duplicate product URLs
• Use canonical tags properly
• Noindex filter pages (faceted navigation)

9. Multilingual & International SEO

• Use hreflang tags if targeting multiple countries/languages
• Translate content properly (not auto-generated)

10. Build Backlinks

• Guest posts
• Local directories
• Influencer collaborations
  Focus on quality, not quantity.

11. Content Marketing

• Add a blog to your store
• Write articles like:
  • Buying guides
  • Product comparisons
  • How-to posts
    This brings organic traffic beyond product pages.

12. Track & Improve

• Use:
  • Google Analytics
  • Google Search Console
• Monitor:
  • Keywords
  • Click-through rates
  • Indexing issues

Bonus: PrestaShop Modules Worth Using

• SEO Expert
• Pretty URLs
• Rich Snippets (Schema)
• Image optimization plugins

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Duplicate product descriptions
• Slow hosting
• Missing ALT tags
• Ignoring mobile UX
• Overstuffing keywords

Example:

/t-shirt.html#/1-size-s/2-color-blue

If you want to hide attribute values from the URL, here are the practical ways:

Method 1: Disable “Anchor” in URLs (Quick & Safe)

Steps:

1. Go to Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO
2. Find:
   “Set shop URL” or “Schema of URLs”
3. Keep friendly URL ON but:

This alone won’t fully remove attributes, but reduces SEO exposure.

Method 2: Modify Product URL Structure (Best Clean Method)

Steps:

1. Go to:
   Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO → SEO & URLs
2. Edit:
   Route to products

Default:

{category:/}{id}-{rewrite}{-:ean13}.html

Keep it like this (DO NOT include attributes)

Important:

PrestaShop adds attributes using URL fragments (#/…), not actual URL paths.

Example:

#/1-size-s

These:

• Are NOT indexed by Google
• Do NOT affect SEO
• Are used only for JavaScript switching

So technically, they are already “hidden” from search engines.

Method 3: Remove Attributes from URL Completely (Advanced – Code)

If you want FULL removal (no #/…), you need override:

File:

/themes/your-theme/assets/js/theme.js

OR

/themes/your-theme/_dev/js/product.js

Find function:

updateURL()

Remove or comment:

window.location.hash = ...

Result:

• URL will stay clean:

/t-shirt.html

• But:
  Back/forward browser may not track combinations
  Shareable combination links won’t work

Method 4: Use Module (No Coding)

Search modules like:

• “Clean URL”
• “Remove attribute from URL”

(Some are paid but easier)

Recommended Approach

Best balance:

• Keep default (# attributes)
• Don’t worry about SEO impact

If you want ultra-clean URLs:

• Use Method 3 (JS override)

1⃣ Check Abandoned Carts from Orders → Shopping Carts

1. Login to PrestaShop Admin Panel
2. Go to Orders → Shopping Carts
3. You will see:
   • Cart ID
   • Customer name
   • Total cart value
   • Last update time
   • Status

If a cart has products but no order, it means the customer abandoned the cart.

You can click the cart to see:

• Customer email
• Products added
• Total value

2⃣ Filter Only Abandoned Carts

Inside Shopping Carts page:

Use filters:

• Customer → shows who added products
• Order ID → if empty = abandoned
• Date → find recent abandoned carts

Rule:

• Cart with products + No order ID = Abandoned Cart

3⃣ Check Customer Details

Click the customer name in the cart.

This opens the customer profile, where you can see:

• Email address
• Phone number
• Previous orders
• Total spent

You can contact them manually.

4⃣ Use Abandoned Cart Modules (Recommended)

PrestaShop by default does not send reminders automatically.

Modules can:

• Send reminder emails
• Give discount coupons
• Recover sales

Popular modules:

• Mail Alerts
• Abandoned Cart Reminder Pro
• PrestaShop Checkout

5⃣ Check Using Database (Advanced)

If you want via MySQL:

Tables used:

ps_cart
ps_customer
ps_orders

Example query:

SELECT c.id_cart, cu.email, c.date_add
FROM ps_cart c
LEFT JOIN ps_orders o ON c.id_cart = o.id_cart
LEFT JOIN ps_customer cu ON c.id_customer = cu.id_customer
WHERE o.id_order IS NULL;

This shows all abandoned carts with customer emails.

Method 1 — Using the PrestaShop Tags Module (Recommended)

1. Go to Back Office → Modules → Module Manager.
2. Search for “Tags Block” module.
3. Install or enable Block Tags.
4. Go to Positions (Hook positions).
5. Hook it to:
   • displayFooterProduct
   • or displayProductAdditionalInfo

After this, tags will appear on the product page.

Method 2 — Show Tags by Editing Theme File

If the module is not available, edit the product template.

Step 1

Open theme file:

/themes/your-theme/templates/catalog/product.tpl

Step 2

Add this code where you want tags to appear:

{if isset($product.tags) && $product.tags}
<div class="product-tags">
    <strong>Tags:</strong>
    {foreach from=$product.tags item=tag}
        <a href="{$link->getPageLink('search', true, null, "tag={$tag.name|urlencode}")}">
            {$tag.name}
        </a>
    {/foreach}
</div>
{/if}

Step 3

Save file and clear cache.

Go to:

Advanced Parameters → Performance → Clear Cache

Result

Product page will show something like:

Tags: shoes | running | sports

Each tag will link to a search result page.

Important Tip (for speed):
If your store has many products (1000+), tags can slow search queries. Many PrestaShop stores prefer categories or filters instead.

Method 1: From Admin Dashboard (Easiest)

1. Login to your PrestaShop Admin Panel
   yourwebsite.com/admin
2. Scroll to the bottom-left corner of the dashboard.

You will see something like:

PrestaShop™ 1.7.8.9

or

PrestaShop™ 8.1.2

Method 2: From “Advanced Parameters”

1. Go to:
   Advanced Parameters > Information
2. Under Server Information, you’ll see:

   PrestaShop version: X.X.X
   

Method 3: From Files (If Admin Not Accessible)

Open this file via File Manager or FTP:

/config/settings.inc.php

Search for:

define('_PS_VERSION_', 'x.x.x');

That is your version.

Method 4: From Footer (Sometimes Visible)

Some themes display the version in the footer like:

Powered by PrestaShop™ 1.7

If you tell me your version, I can guide you better (especially for slider or performance settings).

Here’s how you can change the slider images:

Method 1: Change Slider Images from Back Office (Default Way)

Step 1: Login to Admin Panel

Go to:

yourwebsite.com/admin

Step 2: Go to Modules

Modules > Module Manager

Search for:

Image Slider

(or sometimes called “Homepage slider”)

Step 3: Configure the Module

Click Configure button.

You will see:

• Existing slider images
• Title
• Description
• Button link
• Image upload option

Step 4: Edit or Replace Image

• Click Edit on existing slide
• Upload new image
• Change link / text if needed
• Click Save

Method 2: If Using Another Slider Module

Sometimes themes use:

• Creative Slider
• Smart Slider
• Revolution Slider
• Custom theme slider

Then go to:
Modules > Module Manager
Search for slider name (example: “Creative Slider”)
Then click Configure

Method 3: If Slider is from Theme

Go to:
Design > Theme & Logo
Or Design > Positions

Check which module is hooked to:

displayHome

Then configure that module.

Recommended Image Size

Most themes use:

• 1920 x 600 px (Full width slider)
• Or check recommended size inside slider module

Always:
Use compressed images (WebP or optimized JPG)
Keep size under 300–400 KB for better speed

(Since you mentioned earlier about improving website speed, optimizing slider images will help a lot )

After Changing Images

Clear cache:

Advanced Parameters > Performance
Click Clear Cache

Or disable/enable:

Force compile = Yes (temporarily)
Cache = No (temporarily)

Here is the complete step-by-step guide

1⃣ How to Check Abandoned Carts in PrestaShop

Method 1: From Orders → Shopping Carts

1. Login to PrestaShop Admin Panel
2. Go to Orders
3. Click Shopping Carts

Here you will see:

• Cart ID
• Customer name
• Total cart value
• Date created
• Whether it was converted into an order

If a cart has:

• Products added
• Customer details filled
• But no order created

That is an Abandoned Cart

You can click on any cart to:

• View products
• View customer
• Send email manually

2⃣ How to Check Customer Details

1. Go to Customers → Customers
2. Click on customer name

You can see:

• Name
• Email
• Phone
• Total orders
• Total spent
• Last visit
• Connected carts

Inside the customer profile, scroll down to see:

• Shopping carts created
• Orders history

3⃣ Better Way (Recommended): Use Abandoned Cart Module

Default PrestaShop does NOT send automatic abandoned cart emails.

For automation, install module like:

• Mailchimp
• Klaviyo
• PrestaShop Abandoned Cart Reminder Module

These modules allow:

• Automatic reminder emails
• Discount coupons
• Recovery statistics
• Conversion tracking

4⃣ Database Method (Advanced – Since You Work With PHP)

If you want to check from database:

Table:

ps_cart

Condition for abandoned cart:

• id_cart exists
• id_customer NOT 0
• No matching id_order in ps_orders

SQL Example:

SELECT c.id_cart, c.id_customer, c.date_add
FROM ps_cart c
LEFT JOIN ps_orders o ON c.id_cart = o.id_cart
WHERE o.id_order IS NULL
AND c.id_customer != 0;

This will show abandoned carts.

Extra Tip (For Your Speed Optimization Work)

If your store is slow:

• Delete old abandoned carts (older than 6 months)
• Optimize ps_cart table
• Clean guest accounts

Below is the proper way to delete it safely.

METHOD 1 (Recommended) – Delete from Admin Panel

1. Delete Demo Products

Go to:

Catalog → Products

1. Select all demo products
2. Click Bulk actions
3. Click Delete

2. Delete Demo Categories

Go to:

Catalog → Categories

Delete demo categories like:

• Clothes
• Accessories
• Art
• Home
• etc.

Do NOT delete:

• Home
• Root category

3. Delete Demo Customers

Go to:

Customers → Customers

Select demo customers → Delete.

4. Delete Demo Orders

Go to:

Orders → Orders

Delete all test/demo orders.

5. Delete Demo CMS Pages

Go to:

Design → Pages

Delete unnecessary demo CMS pages.

METHOD 2 – Reset Using Database (Advanced)

Only do this if store is NEW and no real data exists.

Using phpMyAdmin:

1. Open your database
2. Empty these tables (DO NOT drop):

ps_product
ps_product_lang
ps_category (except ID 1 & 2)
ps_orders
ps_customer

Backup before doing this.

METHOD 3 – Reinstall Without Demo Data (Cleanest Way)

If your store is fresh:

1. Delete entire PrestaShop installation
2. Delete database
3. Reinstall
4. During installation → Select:

Do NOT install demo products

This is the cleanest method.

Important After Deleting

After removing demo data:

1. Go to:

   Advanced Parameters → Performance
   

2. Click:
   • Clear cache

Best Practice

If your store is LIVE → Use Method 1 only.
If your store is NEW → Reinstall without demo data (best option).

This works for PrestaShop 1.7 and 8.x.

Step 1: Go to Email Settings

1. Login to your PrestaShop Admin Panel
2. Go to:

Advanced Parameters → E-mail

Step 2: Choose “Set my own SMTP parameters”

Under Mail method, select:

Set my own SMTP parameters

Step 3: Fill SMTP Details

You need SMTP details from your hosting provider or email provider (like Gmail, Zoho, Outlook).

Example Configuration (General)

Step 4: Common SMTP Configurations

Gmail SMTP

Gmail requires App Password (Enable 2-Step Verification first).

Zoho Mail

cPanel Hosting Email

Step 5: Save & Test

After entering details:

1. Click Save
2. Use the “Send a test email” feature
3. Enter your email and test

If test email works → SMTP configured correctly.

Common Problems & Fix

Email not sending?

Check:

• Port number correct?
• SSL or TLS correct?
• Firewall blocking port?
• Wrong password?
• Hosting disabled external SMTP?

Gmail “Authentication Failed”?

Use App Password
Enable Less Secure Apps (old accounts only)

Recommended Setup (Best Practice)

If you want best delivery for eCommerce:

• Use Zoho, Google Workspace, or professional SMTP like:
  • SendGrid
  • Mailgun
  • Amazon SES

These improve:

• Order email delivery
• Reduce spam issues
• Better reliability

Important: Configure These Too

1⃣ Shop Email Address

Go to:

Shop Parameters → Contact

Set correct shop email.

2⃣ SPF, DKIM, DMARC (Very Important)

Add these DNS records in your domain hosting panel to avoid spam.

Below is the correct way (works for PrestaShop 1.7 / 8.x).

Method 1: Hook / Unhook from Positions Page (Recommended)

Go to:

Back Office → Design → Positions

(Older versions: Modules → Positions)

To Hook (Transplant) a Module

1. Click “Transplant a module” (top-right button)
2. Fill the form:
   • Module: Select module name
   • Hook: Select position (example: displayHeader, displayFooter)
   • Exceptions: (Optional – exclude pages)
3. Click Save

Done

To Unhook a Module

1. In Design → Positions
2. Use search filter:
   • Filter by module name
3. Find the hook where it is attached
4. Click Unhook

Done

Method 2: Manage Hooks from Module Page

Go to:

Modules → Module Manager

1. Find your module
2. Click ▼ (dropdown arrow)
3. Click “Manage hooks”
4. Uncheck hook to remove
5. Check hook to add
6. Save

Common Important Hooks (Frontend)

Example

If you want to:

• Remove newsletter from footer
  → Unhook from displayFooter
• Add banner on homepage
  → Hook to displayHome

If “Transplant” Button Not Visible

1. Enable Debug Mode
2. Check employee permissions:
   • Advanced Parameters → Team → Permissions
3. Make sure you are using full admin profile

Pro Tip (For Speed Optimization – Since you’re improving site speed)

Unhook unused modules from:

• displayHeader
• displayFooter
• displayHome

This reduces:

• JS loading
• CSS loading
• TTFB

Example URL:

/t-shirt/12-tshirt-blue-xl.html

Here blue-xl comes from attribute values.

If you want to hide attribute values from the URL, you have several options:

Method 1: Disable Combination Rewrite in Core (Recommended Safe Override)

By default, PrestaShop appends combination names to the URL when:

• Product has combinations
• Friendly URL is enabled

Solution: Override Link.php

1. Go to:

/override/classes/Link.php

If not exist, create it.

2. Override getProductLink() and remove combination rewrite part.

Example:

class Link extends LinkCore
{
    public function getProductLink(
        $product,
        $alias = null,
        $category = null,
        $ean13 = null,
        $id_lang = null,
        $id_shop = null,
        $ipa = 0,
        $force_routes = false,
        $relative_protocol = false,
        $add_anchor = false,
        $id_product_attribute = 0,
        $extra_params = array()
    ) {
        $id_product_attribute = 0; // Force remove combination
        return parent::getProductLink(
            $product,
            $alias,
            $category,
            $ean13,
            $id_lang,
            $id_shop,
            0,
            $force_routes,
            $relative_protocol,
            $add_anchor,
            0,
            $extra_params
        );
    }
}

3. Clear cache:

Advanced Parameters → Performance → Clear Cache

Now URLs will be:

/t-shirt/12-tshirt.html

No attribute values.

Method 2: Disable Friendly URL (Not Recommended for SEO)

Go to:

Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO

Disable:

Friendly URL = No

But this gives:

index.php?id_product=12&controller=product

Not SEO friendly.

Method 3: Remove Combination Anchor Only

Sometimes attribute is not in URL but after #:

/t-shirt.html#/2-size-xl

That part is handled by JavaScript.
To remove it:

Edit:

themes/your-theme/assets/js/product.js

Remove or modify:

window.location.hash = ...

Method 4: Force Canonical URL (Best for SEO)

Instead of hiding completely, you can:

• Keep combinations working
• Force canonical to base product

Edit product.tpl:

<link rel="canonical" href="{$link->getProductLink($product.id_product)}">

This keeps SEO clean.

Important Warning

If you remove combination from URL:

• Google indexed combination URLs may break
• Price updates via combination may not work correctly
• Some themes rely on id_product_attribute

Always test on staging site first.

Best Practice (Recommended for You)

Since you are working on PrestaShop speed optimization, I recommend:

Keep friendly URLs
Remove combination rewrite via override
Add canonical to base product
Keep combinations working with JS

Method 1: Install PrestaShop Manually (Recommended)

Step 1: Download PrestaShop

1. Go to official website:
   https://www.prestashop.com
2. Download latest version (.zip file).

Step 2: Upload Files to Hosting

1. Login to your hosting cPanel.
2. Open File Manager.
3. Go to:
   • public_html (for main domain)
   • or subfolder (if installing in subdomain)
4. Upload the PrestaShop ZIP file.
5. Extract it.

After extraction, move all files from the extracted folder directly into public_html.

Step 3: Create Database

1. Go to MySQL Databases in cPanel.
2. Create:
   • Database name
   • Database user
   • Password
3. Add user to database.
4. Give All Privileges.

Save:

• Database name
• Username
• Password
• Host (usually localhost)

Step 4: Start Installation

1. Open your website in browser:

   https://yourdomain.com
   

2. Installation wizard will start.
3. Choose language.
4. Click Next.
5. Enter:
   • Shop name
   • Admin email
   • Password
6. Enter database details.
7. Click Install.

Wait 2–5 minutes.

Step 5: Important After Installation

1. Delete /install folder.
2. Rename /admin folder to something secure (example: admin123xyz).

Very important for security.

Method 2: Install via Softaculous (Easy Method)

If your hosting has Softaculous:

1. Login to cPanel.
2. Click Softaculous Apps Installer.
3. Select PrestaShop.
4. Click Install Now.
5. Fill:
   • Domain
   • Shop name
   • Admin email
   • Password
6. Click Install.

Done in 1 minute.

Minimum Server Requirements

• PHP 7.4 – 8.1
• MySQL 5.7+
• Apache / LiteSpeed
• 256MB memory recommended

Here is a practical, safe speed optimization checklist

1⃣ Enable Built-in Performance Settings

Go to:
Advanced Parameters → Performance

Set these:

Smarty

• Template compilation → Recompile templates if files updated
• Cache → Yes

Debug Mode

• Must be OFF (very important)

CCC (Combine, Compress, Cache)

Enable:

• Smart cache for CSS
• Smart cache for JavaScript
• Minify HTML
• Compress inline JavaScript

Save → Clear Cache

2⃣ Enable GZIP Compression (Very Important)

In your hosting control panel:

For Apache (.htaccess)

Add:

<IfModule mod_deflate.c>
AddOutputFilterByType DEFLATE text/html text/plain text/xml text/css application/javascript
</IfModule>

3⃣ Use PHP 8.1 or 8.2

Check hosting PHP version.

Best performance:

• PrestaShop 1.7 → PHP 8.1
• PrestaShop 8 → PHP 8.2

Avoid PHP 7.x (slow & outdated).

4⃣ Enable OPcache (Huge Speed Boost)

In hosting:

• Enable OPcache
• Memory: at least 128MB

5⃣ Optimize Images (Biggest Impact)

Do this:

• Resize large images before upload
• Use WebP format (if supported)
• Regenerate thumbnails:
  Design → Image Settings → Regenerate

Heavy images = slow store.

6⃣ Remove Unused Modules

Go to:
Modules → Module Manager

Disable:

• Unused payment modules
• Old sliders
• Extra analytics modules
• Demo modules

Each module adds load time.

7⃣ Use a Good Hosting (Very Important)

Avoid cheap shared hosting.

Recommended:

• LiteSpeed server
• NVMe SSD
• 2GB+ RAM minimum

If traffic high → VPS.

8⃣ Enable Browser Caching

Add to .htaccess:

<IfModule mod_expires.c>
ExpiresActive On
ExpiresDefault "access plus 7 days"
</IfModule>

9⃣ Use CDN (Cloudflare)

Use:

• Cloudflare

Benefits:

• Global caching
• DDoS protection
• Faster image loading

Database Optimization

In phpMyAdmin:

• Optimize all tables
• Remove old logs
• Clean guest & connections tables

Or use DB optimization module.

1⃣1⃣ Use Redis or Memcached (Advanced)

If VPS:
Enable Redis caching.

Huge improvement for large stores.

Expected Speed Result

After proper optimization:

• Mobile speed 80–90+
• Desktop 90+

Test using:

• Google PageSpeed Insights
• GTmetrix

Quick Priority Order (If You Want Fast Result)

1. Disable debug
2. Enable CCC
3. Optimize images
4. Remove unused modules
5. Enable OPcache
6. Use Cloudflare

Here is the safe step-by-step method:

Method 1: Change Shop URL from Back Office (Recommended)

Step 1: Login to Admin Panel

Go to:
Shop Parameters → Traffic & SEO → Set Shop URL

Step 2: Update These Fields

• Shop domain → example.com
• SSL domain → example.com
• Physical URI → / (or /folder/ if installed in subfolder)

Step 3:

• Click Save
• Clear cache:
  Advanced Parameters → Performance → Clear Cache

Method 2: Change URL Directly in Database (If Admin Not Accessible)

Open phpMyAdmin and go to database.

Find table:

ps_shop_url

(Change ps_ if your prefix is different)

Update:

• domain
• domain_ssl
• physical_uri

Example SQL:

UPDATE ps_shop_url 
SET domain = 'example.com',
    domain_ssl = 'example.com',
    physical_uri = '/'
WHERE id_shop_url = 1;

Important After Changing Domain

1⃣ Update config files (if domain changed)

Edit:

/app/config/parameters.php   (PrestaShop 1.7+)
/config/settings.inc.php     (PrestaShop 1.6)

If needed, update domain manually.

2⃣ Delete Cache Manually (Very Important)

Delete contents inside:

/var/cache/    (PS 1.7+)
/cache/smarty/compile
/cache/smarty/cache

3⃣ Regenerate .htaccess

Back Office → Traffic & SEO
Disable Friendly URL → Save
Enable Friendly URL → Save

If Moving From:

HTTP → HTTPS

• Enable SSL in:
  Shop Parameters → General → Enable SSL
• Force SSL on all pages

Common Problems

Why Change Admin Folder Name?

• Hides /admin from bots
• Reduces brute-force attacks
• Improves store security

Step-by-Step: Change Admin Folder Name

1⃣ Go to Your Store Root (via Hosting / FTP)

Example folders:

admin
app
classes
config
modules
themes

2⃣ Rename the Admin Folder

Rename:

admin

to something unique, for example:

admin_shahab_92
admin_secure
backoffice_xyz

Do NOT use spaces or special characters

3⃣ Open the New Admin URL

Open in browser:

https://yourdomain.com/admin_shahab_92

PrestaShop will automatically detect the new folder
No config file editing needed

4⃣ Bookmark the New URL

PrestaShop does not show the admin URL anywhere else.

Important Things to Know

Old /admin URL

• Will stop working
• You’ll get a 404 or redirect

Don’t Rename These Files

Inside admin folder, do not rename files like:

index.php
.htaccess

Only rename the folder name, nothing inside.

Extra Security Tips (Highly Recommended)

Protect Admin with .htaccess

Add password protection or IP restriction.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication

Back Office:

Configure → Advanced Parameters → Administration

Use a Strong Folder Name

Avoid:

admin123
admin_new

Use:

bo_9xA3_secure

Common Problems & Fixes

Admin page not opening?

Try:

1. Clear cache:

/var/cache/prod
/var/cache/dev

2. Check file permissions:

755 folders
644 files

500 Internal Server Error?

• Restore original name
• Check .htaccess
• Enable debug mode:

define('_PS_MODE_DEV_', true);

Forgot admin folder name?

Check database:

SELECT value FROM ps_configuration WHERE name='PS_BO_ALLOW_EMPLOYEE_FORM_LANG';

OR check hosting file manager

Final Checklist

Folder renamed
New URL opens
Admin login works
Bookmark saved

1⃣ What are Tags in PrestaShop?

Tags are keywords linked to products.
They help with:

• Store search results
• SEO (product discoverability)
• Cross-linking similar products

Example:
mobile, smartphone, android, 5g

2⃣ How to Add / Edit Tags (Product Level)

Back Office Path

Catalog → Products → Edit Product

1. Open a product
2. Go to SEO / Options tab (or “Basic settings” in newer versions)
3. Find Tags
4. Enter tags:
   • Separate with comma
   • Example:

     cotton, summer wear, casual shirt
     

5. Save

Important

• Tags are language-specific
• You must add tags separately for each language

3⃣ View & Manage All Tags (Central Management)

Back Office Path

Catalog → Tags

Here you can:

• View all tags
• See number of products using each tag
• Filter by language
• Delete unused or wrong tags

Good for cleaning SEO junk tags.

4⃣ Delete or Rename Tags

Delete

• Go to Catalog → Tags
• Select tag(s)
• Click Delete

Rename (Manual)

PrestaShop does not provide direct rename.
To rename:

1. Delete the old tag
2. Add the correct tag to products again

For bulk rename → database method (see below)

5⃣ Bulk Manage Tags (Advanced / Database)

Backup database first

Table Used

ps_tag
ps_product_tag

Example: Rename a tag

UPDATE ps_tag 
SET name = 'new-tag-name' 
WHERE name = 'old-tag-name';

6⃣ Display Tags on Front Office (If Not Visible)

By default, tags may not show.

Check Theme Template

File:

themes/your-theme/templates/catalog/product.tpl

Look for:

{if $product.tags}

If missing, your theme may have disabled tags.

7⃣ SEO Best Practices for Tags

Use 2–6 relevant tags per product
Avoid duplicate words already in product name
No spam keywords
Use search intent words (brand, material, use-case)
Same tags for similar products = better internal linking

Don’t use:

• Random keywords
• Repeating same word in many forms
• Long sentences

8⃣ Common Issues & Fixes

Tags not saving?

• Language not selected
• Cache issue → clear cache

Tags not searchable?

• Enable Product search module
• Reindex search (if module available)

Tags slow site?

• Too many tags = DB load
• Clean unused tags regularly

This version includes several major updates:

• Hummingbird v2: PrestaShop’s new default theme, based on a more modern and scalable architecture, for stores that are more performant and more inclusive, with 95% compliance with the European Accessibility Act (EAA).
• Multi-carrier: a major evolution that removes a historical limitation related to orders with multiple shipping methods, while providing greater clarity in their tracking, for both merchants and customers.
• New discount creation flow: a redesign of the promotions system, now structured around 4 new types, for easier creation and a simpler and more performant compatibility mechanism.

Multi-carrier and the new discount creation flow are available behind a feature flag.
A feature flag allows you to enable or disable an experimental feature under development, in order to test it.

What we expect from you right now:

• Test these features in your environments.
• Evaluate their impact on your modules.
• And above all, share your feedback with us, which is essential to stabilize these features before the final release.

PrestaShop 9.1 will also include other improvements and bug fixes

Method 1: From Back Office (recommended)

This is the safest and most common way.

1. Login to PrestaShop Back Office
2. Go to
   Design → Image Settings
3. Scroll down to Regenerate thumbnails
4. Choose what you want to regenerate:
   • Products
   • Categories
   • Manufacturers
   • Suppliers
   • Stores
5. Select one of these options:
   • Erase previous images and regenerate (clean & fresh – slower)
   • Keep previous images and regenerate (faster)
6. Click Regenerate thumbnails

If you have many products, this can take some time.

Method 2: Regenerate only missing images (fast fix)

If some images are broken or not showing:

1. Go to Design → Image Settings
2. In Regenerate thumbnails
3. Choose Keep previous images
4. Select only the image type you need (usually Products)
5. Click Regenerate

This avoids deleting existing images.

Method 3: Via FTP / Server (advanced users)

Useful if images are badly broken.

Steps:

1. Connect via FTP / File Manager
2. Go to:

/img/p/

3. DO NOT delete original images
   Delete only resized images like:

123-home_default.jpg
123-large_default.jpg

4. Then go back to:

Back Office → Design → Image Settings → Regenerate thumbnails

Important Tips (very important )

• Always clear cache after regenerating
  Advanced Parameters → Performance → Clear cache
• Disable cache temporarily if images don’t update
• Never delete original images (123.jpg)
• Make sure correct image types are enabled
  (home_default, large_default, etc.)

If regeneration is slow or fails

• Increase PHP limits:

memory_limit = 512M
max_execution_time = 300

• Regenerate one image type at a time
• Disable debug mode if enabled

If you want, tell me:

• Your PrestaShop version
• Whether this is for products only or everything
• Any error message you’re seeing

I’ll tailor it exactly to your setup