How to Change Payment Method Title for Specific Products in WooCommerce Checkout

Learn how to customize the payment method title in WooCommerce based on specific products in the cart during checkout.
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Introduction

If you're running a WooCommerce store, you might want to customize the checkout experience for your customers, especially when it comes to payment options. One common customization is changing the payment method title based on specific products in the cart. For instance, you may want to change the title from "Payment by card" to "Payment in installments" when a certain product is in the basket.

In this guide, we will explore how you can achieve this using a small piece of code in your WooCommerce setup.

Problem Overview

When a specific product is present in the cart on the checkout page, the payment method title remains static and does not change accordingly. You might have tried using JavaScript/jQuery to modify this title, but as you've experienced, the change doesn't persist.

Thus, we need a more reliable solution that involves modifying the backend code.

Solution: Using Hooks in functions.php

To effectively change the payment method title, we will use a WooCommerce hook and WordPress function. This way, the title is adjusted based on the products in the cart and remains consistent throughout the checkout process.

Here's how you can do it:

Step 1: Identify the Payment and Product IDs

First, you need to determine the following:

The ID of the payment method you want to modify (e.g., 'redsys_gw').

The ID(s) of the specific product(s) that trigger the change.

Step 2: Add Code to functions.php

Next, you will add a custom function to your theme's functions.php file (preferably in a child theme to avoid losing changes during theme updates).

Here’s the code you need:

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Step 3: Explanation of the Code

Hook Usage: The add_filter function hooks into woocommerce_gateway_title, allowing you to modify the payment gateway title.

Function Definition: In the change_payment_gateway_title function, we check if we're on the checkout page and verify if the current payment method matches the targeted payment ID.

Cart Item Check: The code then loops through items in the WooCommerce cart and checks if any of the specific product IDs are in the cart. If there’s a match, it changes the payment title accordingly.

Step 4: Save and Test Your Changes

After you've added this code, save your functions.php file and test the checkout process on your WooCommerce store. Add the specified products to your cart and verify that the payment method title changes as intended.

Conclusion

Customizing the payment method title in WooCommerce based on specific products can significantly enhance the checkout experience for your customers. By leveraging the provided code snippet and making minor adjustments to suit your store’s needs, you can achieve this effortlessly.

Remember, always back up your files before making changes and consider using a child theme for modifications. Happy coding, and enjoy creating a more tailored shopping experience!