If you’ve launched your WooCommerce store but still see the message:
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“Great things are on the horizon! Something big is brewing! Your store is in the works and will be launching soon!”
Don’t worry—this is a simple settings issue that can be fixed in seconds.
Here’s the quick developer fix to make your store live immediately.
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Log in to Your WordPress Admin Dashboard
- Go to:
yoursite.com/wp-admin - Enter your admin credentials.
Step 2: Navigate to WooCommerce Settings
- In the left-hand menu, click WooCommerce.
- Select Settings.
Step 3: Enable “Live” Mode
- Look for the Site Visibility tab.
- Check the box next to “Live” (this ensures your store is publicly accessible).
- Click Save Changes.
✅ That’s it! Your store should now be live, and the placeholder message will disappear.
Why Does This Happen?
- WooCommerce sometimes defaults to a “Coming Soon” mode during setup.
- If the “Live” option isn’t selected, visitors see the “Great things are on the horizon” message instead of your real store.
Need More Help?
If the issue persists:
- Clear your browser cache (Ctrl + Shift + Delete).
- Check if a maintenance plugin (like “Coming Soon Page & Maintenance Mode”) overrides WooCommerce.
- Ensure no custom code is forcing a coming-soon state.
Final Thoughts
This is a quick one-click fix—no coding or complex troubleshooting needed. Once you toggle the “Live” setting, your store will be fully operational.
