What could be causing the checkout button to not process the order on the Webflow eCommerce website?

Published on
September 22, 2023

There could be several reasons why the checkout button is not processing the order on a Webflow eCommerce website. Here are some potential causes and solutions:

  1. Missing or incorrect payment gateway setup: Make sure you have properly set up your payment gateway (e.g., Stripe) in your Webflow eCommerce settings. Double-check that you have entered the correct API keys and that your payment gateway account is in good standing.

  2. Missing or incorrect checkout form configuration: Ensure that your checkout form is properly configured with all the required fields. Check that you have added the necessary form fields for customer information and payment details. Additionally, make sure that the form submission triggers the correct Webflow CMS collection or external API call.

  3. Conflicting custom code or scripts: If you have added custom code or scripts to your Webflow site, there may be a conflict causing the checkout process to fail. Temporarily remove any custom code or scripts related to the checkout process to see if that resolves the issue. Then, re-introduce them one by one to identify the conflicting code.

  4. Server or hosting-related issues: The problem could be due to server or hosting-related issues. Contact Webflow customer support to ensure that their servers are functioning properly and that there are no known issues on their end. If you are using a custom domain, check your DNS settings and ensure they are correctly pointed to your Webflow site.

  5. Browser or cache-related issues: It's possible that the problem is specific to a particular browser or due to cached data. Test the checkout process using different browsers to see if the issue persists. Clear your browser cache and try again. Additionally, ask the customer to try the checkout process from a different device or network to rule out any local issues.

  6. Insufficient inventory or incorrect product setup: If you are selling physical products, check your product inventory to ensure you have sufficient stock. Make sure that you have correctly set up your products in the Webflow CMS with accurate pricing and availability. If a product is out of stock or has incorrect settings (e.g., is hidden or unpublished), it may prevent the checkout process from completing.

Remember to test the checkout process yourself to replicate the issue and gather any error messages or specific symptoms. If the problem persists after trying these solutions, reaching out to Webflow customer support for further assistance is recommended.

Additional questions:

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