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Installing the Free Version

1

Go to Plugins → Add New

In your WordPress admin, navigate to Plugins → Add New.
2

Search for BoxBuilder

Type “BoxBuilder for WooCommerce” in the search box.
3

Install and Activate

Click Install Now, then click Activate.

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Installing BoxBuilder Pro

1

Purchase a license

Get your Pro license at swiftlywp.com/plugin/boxbuilder-for-woocommerce.
2

Download the Pro ZIP

After purchase, download boxbuilder-pro.zip from your SwiftlyWP account.
3

Upload and activate

Go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin. Choose the Pro ZIP file, click Install Now, then Activate. If the free version is installed, BoxBuilder will automatically deactivate it — no manual step needed.
4

Activate your license

Go to BoxBuilder → License and enter your license key. Click Activate.
BoxBuilder automatically prevents both versions from running at the same time. When you activate Pro, the free version is deactivated automatically. You can safely delete the free version afterward.

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Upgrading from Free to Pro

When you upgrade from Free to Pro:
  • All your box configurations are preserved
  • All settings are kept
  • Order history with box data remains intact
  • No data is lost during the switch
Simply install and activate Pro — the free version is deactivated automatically. Then enter your license key at BoxBuilder → License.

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Updating BoxBuilder

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Free Version

Updates are delivered automatically through WordPress.org. You’ll see update notifications in Dashboard → Updates and on the Plugins page.

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Pro Version

Pro updates are delivered through your license. When a new version is available:
  1. You’ll see an update notification on the Plugins page
  2. Click Update Now to install the latest version
  3. Your license must be active to receive updates
Keep your license active to receive updates and priority support. You can manage your license at BoxBuilder → License.

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Requirements

RequirementMinimumRecommended
WordPress6.0+Latest
WooCommerce7.0+Latest
PHP7.4+8.1+
BoxBuilder will automatically deactivate if WooCommerce is not installed. You’ll see an admin notice with a direct link to install or activate WooCommerce.

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After Installation

Once BoxBuilder is activated, you’ll see a new BoxBuilder menu in your WordPress admin sidebar (right below WooCommerce). Head to the Quickstart guide to create your first box.