Comprehensive Specification for WooCommerce Online Store Development
Project Overview
We are seeking an experienced WooCommerce developer to create a fully functional and modern online store specializing in supplements, pharmaceuticals, and chemical reagents. The developer must manage the project independently, from concept to completion, ensuring the final product is professional, user-friendly, and optimized for security and performance.
The project will be based on an existing example shop, which will be provided for reference. The new store must maintain similar functionality and user experience while ensuring all content, structure, and design are 100% unique.
The selected freelancer must have expertise in using AI tools, such as ChatGPT, for generating unique content and optimizing tasks. If you are unfamiliar with AI prompting or WooCommerce, please refrain from bidding.
Industry Focus
Supplements
Pharmaceuticals
Chemical Reagents
Project Requirements
WooCommerce Setup & Site Structure
Build a fully functional WooCommerce store with a professional, scientific design.
Organize the store into logical categories and subcategories to improve navigation and internal linking.
Implement intuitive filtering and search functionalities for an enhanced user experience.
Develop a streamlined cart and checkout process with fewer clicks required to complete an order.
Use the provided example shop as a reference for structure and functionality but ensure all elements are original.
Core Pages to Include
Starting Page
Visually engaging, highlighting the main categories and featured products.
Call-to-action sections for promotions or new arrivals.
Services Page (Replaces "About Page")
Chemical Services: Provide a detailed overview of chemical services offered, such as synthesis of custom reagents, manufacturing of specialty chemicals, and supply chain consulting.
Analytical Services: Highlight services such as chemical composition analysis, product quality control, and advanced testing using the latest analytical tools.
Include a statement about the company’s commitment to innovation, precision, and customer satisfaction.
Contact Page
A professional contact form (using a plugin such as Contact Form 7) that allows customers to send inquiries directly via email.
Contact details, including company email, phone number, and address.
Product Data & SEO Optimization
Add 80 products to the store, each with 3-10 price variations.
Each product description must:
Be a minimum of 8,000 characters.
Include links to at least 8 peer-reviewed studies (marked with rel="nofollow" for SEO).
Feature internal links to at least one related product within the store.
Be plagiarism-free using AI-generated content optimized for uniqueness.
Use AI tools to create product images, incorporating:
Product sachet or container design.
Product name.
Molecule name and CAS number.
The provided company logo.
Ensure the website and all product descriptions meet Yoast SEO criteria, achieving “green” scores for optimization in every language version.
Design & Aesthetics
Implement a sleek, user-friendly design tailored to a scientific and pharmaceutical audience.
Ensure the design is mobile-responsive and optimized for all devices.
Content Translation & Multi-language Support
Add support for multiple languages:
English, German, Swedish, Spanish.
Translate all product descriptions, content, and articles into the supported languages using AI tools.
Articles for SEO Content Creation
Write and publish 52 SEO-optimized articles, each at least 8,000 characters long.
Articles must:
Include internal links to at least two products.
Reference at least one peer-reviewed study to strengthen credibility.
Publish articles on a weekly basis, scheduled every Friday at 15:00, over the course of a year.
Provide an Excel sheet tracking publication dates, links, and content details for SEO purposes.
Payment Integrations
Integrate a cryptocurrency payment plugin for transactions.
Include traditional payment methods such as bank transfers.
Hosting, Domain, and Security
Register and set up:
Hosting with an SSL certificate.
Domain name.
Gmail account for the store (using a provided phone number for verification).
Add Cloudflare integration:
Open a Cloudflare account for enhanced security and performance.
Install and configure the Cloudflare plugin to ensure optimal performance and protection against attacks.
The freelancer must register and configure hosting, domain, SSL, and Cloudflare independently.
Reimbursement for hosting, domain registration, and Cloudflare setup costs will be covered in Milestone
1.
Add and configure Google Analytics for tracking website performance.
Plugins & Tools
Install and configure essential plugins:
Yoast SEO for multi-language optimization.
Trustpilot for customer reviews.
WPML for multilingual support.
All-in-One WP Migration for site backup and export.
Google Analytics for tracking.
Cloudflare for security and performance.
Contact Form 7 or equivalent for managing customer inquiries.
Testing & Mirroring
Perform thorough testing:
Place test orders using cryptocurrency and bank transfer payment methods to confirm functionality.
Create a mirrored copy of the website on another server:
Use the All-in-One WP Migration plugin to export the site.
Save the exported site as a password-protected ZIP file.
Provide the file and password to the client for download.
Confirm the mirrored site is fully functional on the second server before final project approval.
Spreadsheet Tracking
The developer must deliver a comprehensive Excel spreadsheet with the following:
Product and Article Links Tab:
List of URLs for all products and articles on the website.
Specify category, language, and publication schedule for articles.
Logins and Passwords Tab:
All credentials, including:
Hosting login.
Domain registrar login.
WordPress admin login.
Plugin logins (if applicable).
MILESTONES
Milestone 1 (10%):
Initial Setup:
Hosting, domain, SSL, and Cloudflare registration.
Basic WooCommerce configuration and essential plugin installation.
Provide receipts for hosting, domain, and Cloudflare setup costs for reimbursement.
Milestone 2 (70%):
Full Project Completion:
Complete setup of the store, including all products, pages, and translations.
Publish all articles in draft or scheduled format.
Deliver an Excel sheet with product details, article links, and publication schedules.
Ensure all functionalities and design elements are operational.
Milestone 3 (20%):
Mirroring the Website:
Create a mirrored copy of the store on another server.
Provide the exported site in a secure, password-protected format.
Ensure all functionalities are operational on the mirrored site.
Deliver final documentation, including instructions for restoring the site.
Final Notes
The project must be completed within 21 days or less.
Weekly content delivery will continue for 52 weeks as per the schedule.
Failure to meet the requirements or deadlines will result in payment withholding.
All deliverables must be original, SEO-optimized, and functional across all website.
No plagiarism.