Hello @xeonz
To set up a branded shop for a soccer team (or similar groups) connected to the main store with sales tracking and affiliate-like functionality, here’s a tailored solution:Best Plugin Option: WooCommerce Multi-Vendor Marketplace Plugins 1. Dokan Multi-Vendor Marketplace
- Description: Allows you to create a marketplace where each team or group can have its own shop, branded as per their identity.
- Features:
- Each team can manage their shop branding, including logos and custom banners.
- Invite members via links or QR codes.
- Each team has unique links to track their sales.
- Commission-based earning model where you can track and distribute earnings based on team or individual sales.
- How It Helps:
- Each team operates as a vendor.
- Members sell through the team-branded shop.
2. WC Vendors
- Description: A marketplace solution similar to Dokan but more lightweight.
- Features:
- Teams can act as vendors and run their branded shops.
- Provides a dashboard for sales tracking and order management.
- How It Helps:
- Integrates well with WooCommerce for seamless shop creation.
3. AffiliateWP with Customization
- Description: If you only need tracking without a full vendor system, AffiliateWP can be customized.
- Features:
- Each team gets a unique referral link or coupon.
- Tracks sales via these links or codes.
- Customize to allow branded team pages.
- How It Helps:
- Simplified structure without managing separate vendor dashboards.
Features to Focus On
- Branded Team Shops:
- Ensure the plugin allows individual teams to have unique branding.
- Dokan and WC Vendors excel here, as each vendor/team can design their shop.
- Invitation Links or QR Codes:
- Both plugins support unique links for vendors (teams) that you can transform into QR codes.
- Sales Tracking by Team and Individual:
- These plugins provide detailed reports for vendors/teams, including individual contributors.
Steps to Set Up
- Install the Plugin: Choose Dokan, WC Vendors, or AffiliateWP based on your requirements.
- Create Teams as Vendors:
- Set up each soccer team as a vendor in the system.
- Configure their shop branding.
- Generate Invitation Links/QR Codes:
- Use a tool to generate QR codes for each team’s unique shop URL.
- Assign Team Members:
- Allow team members to register and associate their accounts with the team/vendor.
Additional Considerations
- Payouts:
- Use PayPal or Stripe integrations to handle commission payouts for teams.
- Reporting:
- Ensure the plugin provides easy-to-understand sales reports for teams and individuals.
- Customization:
- For further branding, hire a developer to tweak templates provided by the plugin.
Alternative: Custom Development
If no plugin fully meets your needs, consider custom development:
- Build a custom WooCommerce extension for branded team shops with sales tracking.
- Integrate team-specific landing pages with referral tracking and QR codes.
Let me know if you need more help setting up this solution or exploring other possibilities!