# Introduction

## What is WCPOS?[​](#what-is-wcpos "Direct link to What is WCPOS?")

WCPOS is a Point of Sale (POS) system for WooCommerce. It allows you to sell products from your WooCommerce store in-person, at a physical location, using a web browser or dedicated app.

Web App

No app needed. Just visit `yourdomain.com/pos` in any browser.

[Try the Demo](https://demo.wcpos.com/pos)

Mobile

Run on tablets and phones. Currently in beta testing.

[iOS (TestFlight)](https://testflight.apple.com/join/JGBdVRrW)[Android (Beta)](https://play.google.com/apps/testing/com.wcpos.main)

Desktop

Native apps with enhanced performance and offline capabilities.

[Windows](https://updates.wcpos.com/electron/download/win32-x64)[Mac (Intel)](https://updates.wcpos.com/electron/download/darwin-x64)[Mac (Apple Silicon)](https://updates.wcpos.com/electron/download/darwin-arm64)

## Get Started in 5 Minutes[​](#get-started-in-5-minutes "Direct link to Get Started in 5 Minutes")

1

#### Install the Plugin

Install the free [WCPOS plugin](https://wordpress.org/plugins/woocommerce-pos/) on your WordPress site:

1. Go to **WP Admin → Plugins → Add New**
2. Search for "WooCommerce POS"
3. Click **Install Now**, then **Activate**

See [Installation](/getting-started/installation.md) for detailed requirements.

2

#### Access the POS

**Web Users:** Navigate to `yourdomain.com/pos` in your browser. You'll be prompted to log in with your WordPress credentials.

**Desktop/Mobile Users:** Download the app, enter your store URL, click **Connect**, and log in with your WordPress credentials.

See [Connect](/getting-started/connect.md) for details on managing multiple stores and users.

3

#### Wait for Initial Sync

WCPOS downloads products in small batches to avoid overloading your server. Products are progressively downloaded as you search, scroll, or filter—you don't need to wait for everything to sync before you start selling.

See [Product Synchronisation](/products/sync.md) for details.

4

#### Start Selling

* Search or scan products to add them to the cart
* Select a customer or use "Guest"
* Click **Checkout** to process payment
* Print or email the receipt

## Key Features[​](#key-features "Direct link to Key Features")

#### Fast Local Search

Products are stored locally for instant search results

#### Offline Browsing

Search products and customers without internet (orders require connectivity)

#### Barcode Scanning

Use any USB or Bluetooth barcode scanner

#### Cash & Card Payments

Built-in support for cash and basic card payments

#### Receipt Printing

Print or email customisable receipts

#### Automatic Tax

Tax calculations based on your WooCommerce tax settings

## Pro Features[​](#pro-features "Direct link to Pro Features")

[WCPOS Pro](https://wcpos.com/pro) adds additional capabilities:

#### Products Management

Edit stock and prices directly in the POS

#### Orders History

View and manage past orders

#### Customers Management

Add and edit customer details

#### Sales Reports

End-of-day reports with print option

#### Payment Gateways

Stripe Terminal, SumUp, and custom gateways

#### Multi-Store Support

Connect to multiple WooCommerce stores

## Next Steps[​](#next-steps "Direct link to Next Steps")

[POS Screen OverviewLearn the main interface](/pos/.md)

[SettingsConfigure the POS for your store](/settings/.md)

[Payment MethodsSet up payment gateways](/payment/.md)

## For Developers[​](#for-developers "Direct link to For Developers")

Interested in how WCPOS works under the hood? See [Architecture](/reference/architecture.md) for technical details about the PHP plugin and JavaScript client architecture.