Managing Limited Product Runs on Wix
TL;DR:
- Set maximum units for each product using Wix's built-in inventory tracking
- Enable tracking in product settings to prevent overselling
- Add stock limit notes to product descriptions to inform customers
- Check inventory regularly and update for returns or cancellations
- Feature works across all Wix plans without extra costs
When you're selling limited edition items or running a small batch of products, keeping track of stock levels becomes critical. Wix's inventory system handles this well, but you need to set it up properly.
Setting Up Your Inventory Limits
Access Your Product Settings
Head to the Products section in your Wix dashboard. Pick the product you want to limit, or create a new one if you're starting from scratch.
Turn On Inventory Tracking
Find the inventory options in your product settings and switch tracking to 'On'. Without this enabled, Wix won't monitor how many units you have left.
Enter Your Stock Limit
Set the exact number of units available for sale. This should match however many you've actually produced. Getting this number right prevents the headache of selling items you don't have.
Update Your Product Description
Add a line about limited availability in your product description. Something like "Limited run of 50 pieces" works well. This tells customers what they're getting and can push them to buy sooner rather than later.
Keeping Things Running Smoothly
Check your stock levels regularly, especially if you process returns or cancellations. These situations change your available inventory, and you'll want to update the numbers to keep everything accurate.
Wix automatically shows products as out of stock once you hit your limit, which saves you from having to manually update the status.
Managing Multiple Limited Runs
You can set different inventory limits for each product in your store. This means you can run several limited editions at once without any confusion. Each product tracks its own stock independently.
FAQs
Can I set different inventory limits for different products?
Yes, each product has its own inventory settings. You can manage multiple limited runs simultaneously with different stock levels for each.
What happens when I reach the inventory limit?
Wix automatically marks the product as out of stock and stops accepting new orders for that item.
Do I need a premium plan for inventory tracking?
No, inventory tracking is available on all Wix plans. You don't need to upgrade or buy add-ons.
Can I increase the limit later if I produce more units?
Absolutely. Just go back into your product settings and update the inventory number whenever you have more stock.
Jargon Buster
Inventory Tracking – A system that monitors how many units of each product you have available for sale
Limited Print Run – A small, fixed number of items produced, often for special or exclusive releases
Stock Level – The current number of units you have available to sell
Overselling – Accidentally selling more items than you actually have in stock
Wrap-up
Setting inventory limits on Wix takes just a few minutes but saves you from major stock management headaches later. The system handles the heavy lifting once you've entered your numbers correctly. Keep an eye on your stock levels and update them when needed, and your limited runs should sell smoothly without any overselling issues.
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