Setting Order Limits in Wix Stores
TL;DR:
- Set minimum and maximum order quantities for individual products in Wix Stores
- Useful for managing bulk sales, exclusive items, or inventory control
- Access these settings through the 'Inventory & Shipping' section of each product
- Consider stock levels and customer behaviour when setting limits
- Clear communication about limits helps avoid customer confusion
Setting order limits on your Wix store helps you control how many items customers can buy in a single transaction. This feature works well for businesses selling wholesale products, limited edition items, or when you need to manage stock levels carefully.
When Order Limits Make Sense
You might want to set minimum order quantities if you're selling wholesale products or items where shipping costs make small orders unprofitable. Maximum limits work well for limited stock items, preventing one customer from buying everything, or when you have supply constraints.
Think about your customers too. If you're selling expensive items, a maximum limit might seem odd. But for consumables or promotional products, limits often make perfect sense.
Setting Up Order Quantities
Head to your Wix dashboard and click on 'Store Products'. Find the product you want to adjust and click 'Edit'.
Scroll down to the 'Inventory & Shipping' section. You'll see options for 'Minimum Order Quantity' and 'Maximum Order Quantity'. Enter the numbers that work for your business and save your changes.
The minimum quantity forces customers to buy at least that many units. The maximum stops them buying more than your set limit. You can use one or both settings depending on what you need.
Making Limits Work for Your Business
Set limits that make business sense. If you're selling items that work better in pairs, set a minimum of two. For limited edition products, cap the maximum so more customers get a chance to buy.
Keep your regular customers in mind. If someone usually orders 50 units and you suddenly cap it at 10, they'll need to place five separate orders. That's annoying for them and creates more work for you.
Check your limits regularly. What works during a product launch might not suit normal trading conditions.
Communicating Limits to Customers
Wix shows the quantity limits automatically on your product pages, but you can make them clearer in your product descriptions. A simple note like "Minimum order: 6 bottles" or "Limited to 2 per customer" helps set expectations.
If you're running a promotion with special limits, mention this in your marketing emails and social media posts. Customers appreciate knowing the rules upfront.
FAQs
Can I set different limits for each product?
Yes, order limits are set individually for each product. You can have different minimums and maximums across your entire store.
Do order limits affect my inventory tracking?
No, the limits just control how many items customers can add to their cart. Your inventory still tracks normally as orders come through.
What happens if a customer tries to order outside the limits?
Wix prevents them from adding quantities outside your set limits to their cart. They'll see a message explaining the restriction.
Can I change limits for existing products?
Yes, you can adjust or remove limits anytime through the product settings. Changes apply immediately to your live store.
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Minimum Order Quantity – The smallest number of units a customer must buy in one transaction
Maximum Order Quantity – The highest number of units a customer can buy in one transaction
Inventory & Shipping – The section in Wix product settings where you manage stock, shipping, and order limits
Wrap-up
Order limits give you better control over your inventory and can improve the shopping experience for your customers. Set limits that make sense for your products and business model, and remember to communicate them clearly. Regular reviews help ensure your limits still work as your business grows.
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