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When did WooCommerce switch to core REST API?
WooCommerce has had its own API since February 2014 with the release of Version 2.1 “Peppy Penguin”, later switching to the core WordPress REST API in 2015 with release WordPress 4.4 and WooCommerce Version 2.6. But despite almost 4 years in the wild, it’s not uncommon to run into “gotcha!
Why is my Rest API error 401 for WooCommerce?
Today I update my Woocommerce to latest version 3.6.1 and suddenly REST API stops working and giving me error 401. Before the update, everything was working fine. I have doubled check the keys and it is right.
Why do I get an error on my WooCommerce site?
Above methods are working fine on older Woocommerce version on the same server (I have 2 Woocommerce sites running on the same server). This is the first time I am getting this kind of error after the update. Should I downgrade the Woocommerce?
Which is the default authentication method for WooCommerce?
The default methods used by the WooCommerce API are HTTP Basic Authentication (which can only be performed over HTTPS) and OAuth 1.0a “one-legged” authentication. OAuth 1.0a is a pain to set up so the most common method we’ve found is Basic Authentication.
Why does WooCommerce not pass authentication information to PHP?
Another common issue we’ve come across is where the web server hosting a WooCommerce site does not pass the Basic Authentication header information through to PHP in CGI mode by default.
Why is my consumer secret invalid in WooCommerce?
These are what WooCommerce uses for basic authentication. When the variables are missing, this results in a 401 error with “Consumer secret is invalid” or “Unauthorized” even though the credentials sent are correct. You could look at using OAuth 1.0a but as above it really can be very painful to set up.
Why are my endpoints not working in WooCommerce?
On Windows servers, the web.config file may not be set correctly to allow for the endpoints to work correctly. In this case, clicking on endpoint links (e.g. /edit-account/ or /customer-logout/) may appear to do nothing except refresh the page.
How to create a WooCommerce app for WordPress?
These keys are linked to WordPress users on your website. To create or manage keys for a specific WordPress user: Go to: WooCommerce > Settings > Advanced > REST API. Note: Keys/Apps was found at WooCommerce > Settings > API > Key/Apps prior to WooCommerce 3.4. Select Add Key. You are taken to the Key Details screen.
How does the REST API work in WordPress?
Technical documentation for the REST API can be found here . WordPress permalinks must be enabled at: Settings > Permalinks. The WooCommerce REST API works on a key system to control access. These keys are linked to WordPress users on your website. To create or manage keys for a specific WordPress user: