Set the WooCommerce Username as Email with Code Snippets

What is the Tutorial About?

Setting the username to be the same as the email in WooCommerce is a simple yet effective way to streamline the user experience. This tutorial will show you the process of implementing this feature using a free code snippet with the Code Snippets plugin.

Tutorial Steps

1. Install the Code Snippets Plugin:
   Navigate to your WordPress dashboard, go to ‘Plugins’, click ‘Add New’, and search for ‘Code Snippets’. Install and activate the plugin.
2. Add a New Snippet:
   In your WordPress dashboard, go to ‘Snippets’, click ‘Add New’, and give your snippet a title.
3. Copy the Code:

   add_filter( 'woocommerce_new_customer_data', function( $data ) {
   
       $data['user_login'] = $data['user_email'];
   
    
   
       return $data;
   
   } );

   Source: Code Snippets

4. Paste the Code
   Paste the code, save the changes, and activate.
5. Test the Functionality:
   Now, when users check out, their email address will automatically become their username, simplifying the login process for return visits.

Benefits of the Tutorial

The primary benefit of this tutorial is the enhanced user experience it provides. By setting the username to be the same as the email, you eliminate one more step in the checkout process, making it easier and quicker for customers to complete their purchases. This could potentially lead to increased conversion rates and customer retention.

Use Cases for this Tutorial

• E-commerce Websites:
  Any WooCommerce site can benefit from this tutorial, as it simplifies the checkout process for customers.
• Membership Sites:
  If your site requires users to create an account to access certain features or content, this tutorial can make the registration process more straightforward.
• Subscription Services:
  For sites offering subscription services, this tutorial can streamline the sign-up process, potentially leading to increased subscription rates.