Just Released: Customer Loyalty for WooCommerce® v2.0.0!

Just Released: Customer Loyalty for WooCommerce® v2.0.0!

· Robert ·

Welcome to another edition of #WooWednesday!

This week, I’m excited to unveil a significant update to Customer Loyalty for WooCommerce® with the release of version 2.0.0.

I’m committed to bringing you feature-rich, well-crafted WooCommerce® plugins for FREE, and this latest version of CLWC is packed with enhancements to make managing and rewarding customer loyalty even smoother 💪

Customer Loyalty & Rewards for WooCommerce® - Manage Points - settings page

Here’s what’s new, plus a sneak peek at what’s coming in 2025! 🚀

What’s New in Version 2.0.0

In this release, I focused on refining the user experience, boosting performance, and laying the groundwork for more dynamic features.

Here are the highlights:

1. GitHub Update Support

  • The plugin now serves updates directly from GitHub, meaning faster and more reliable updates. This change also keeps you more connected to the latest features and improvements as they’re released without relying on the personal website of an ego-maniac.

2. Enhanced Logging Functionality

  • A new helper function clwc_insert_loyalty_log_entry has been introduced, along with a dedicated database table for logging (clwc_loyalty_log). This allows more precise tracking of points activities, which can be viewed and managed from the admin panel.
Customer Loyalty and Rewards for WooCommerce® - Log settings

3. Redesigned My Account Loyalty & Rewards Tab

  • I’ve refreshed the layout of the My Account tab where customers can view and redeem points. The tab now features an updated icon, improved HTML structure, and more intuitive redeem functionality, creating a seamless experience for your shoppers.
Customer Loyalty and Rewards for WooCommerce® - My Account - Rewards tab
Redeem points and auto-refresh page for seamless integration

4. Improved AJAX and Frontend Performance

  • The points redemption feature on the My Account page now includes enhanced AJAX callbacks. This makes for smoother, faster interactions and a more satisfying user experience overall.

5. Revamped Admin Settings Panel

  • The admin settings have been given a complete makeover! With a polished UI, updated CSS styling, and an enhanced image upload modal, managing loyalty settings is now more intuitive and visually appealing. Text strings throughout the settings page have also been updated for clarity.
Customer Loyalty and Rewards for WooCommerce® - Loyalty Points settings

6. Flexible Points Triggers

  • Points triggers have been optimized to give you more control over when and how customers earn points. Settings related to customer registration and other points triggers are now easier to manage, providing you with a robust and customizable points system.

How to Use Customer Loyalty for WooCommerce

  1. Install and Activate the Plugin: Download the plugin from GitHub and install it on your WooCommerce store. Once activated, a new Loyalty & Rewards section will appear in your WooCommerce settings.
  2. Configure Points Settings: Head to the plugin’s settings panel, where you can:
    • Define points-earning triggers (e.g., purchase actions, registration).
    • Set the number of points customers earn per action.
    • Customize redemption rules, allowing customers to redeem points at checkout or in their account.
  3. Manage Loyalty Logs: With the new logging functionality, you can view customer activities related to points, making it easy to track loyalty behavior and identify top shoppers.
  4. Monitor and Redeem Points: Your customers can view their loyalty points under the My Account > Loyalty & Rewards tab. They’ll see their current balance, redemption options, and activity history, all with an improved user interface.

What to Expect in 2025

This release is just the beginning! Here’s a preview of some features I’m working on for next year:

  • Third-Party Integrations: Look out for integrations with popular plugins like Mailchimp and Klaviyo, so you can leverage loyalty data for email marketing and more personalized customer engagement.
  • Customizable Loyalty Options: More ways to customize the loyalty experience, including advanced points expiration, tiered loyalty levels, and unique badges for top customers.
  • Enhanced Analytics and Reporting: A reporting dashboard to help you better understand your loyalty program’s performance, complete with insights into customer engagement and top earners.

Thank you for being part of this chaos-filled journey as I bring new and improved WooCommerce® tools to the community EVERY WEDNESDAY for the rest of the year 🤘💯

I’ve always been a fan of the CLWC plugin since I first released it 5 years ago and I’m happy to continue developing Customer Loyalty for WooCommerce® to support your business’s growth.

Stay tuned for more updates, and be sure to follow along with #WooWednesday on Twitter (X) 🚀