The new WooCommerce version has officially landed! WooCommerce 10.1 final release date is August 12th, 2025. This update brings some solid improvements that matter for your store and us, WooCommerce developers.
We’ve been through enough WooCommerce updates this year. But after testing the final WooCommerce 10.1 release, there are definitely features here that developers and store owners will appreciate.
What’s New in the Latest WooCommerce 10.1 Updates
WooCommerce 10.1.1 (Released August 20, 2025)
The 10.1.1 dot release was all about refining the user experience with some specific fixes. WooCommerce addressed checkout flow issues, payment method errors, and stability concerns in background processes. The release also introduced formula support for shipping calculations, enabling store owners to exert greater control over shipping costs. These updates address real-life issues that merchants were facing in their day-to-day operations.
Important changes in WooCommerce 10.1.1:
- Cart & Checkout Fixes: Resolved UI issue in checkout blocks’ tax line for better readability.
- Smooth Checkout: Prevents skeleton display when express payment methods are active.
- Improved Payment Setup: Fixed offline payment rendering in legacy mode.
- Shipping Flexibility: Support for formulas in flat rate shipping for more dynamic calculations.
WooCommerce 10.1.2 (Released August 27, 2025)
WooCommerce 10.1.2 is a quick follow-up that polishes some of the earlier updates and addresses ongoing compatibility issues. With improvements to email previews and the resolution of continuous cart behavior issues, this release ensures smoother operations. It also fixes the frequent order cancellation job, ensuring continuous processing without interruptions.
Main Features of WooCommerce 10.1.2:
- Enhanced Email Previews: Fixed link handling in email previews for a better experience.
- Restored Persistent Cart: Brings back persistent cart storage for logged-in users.
- Job Scheduling Fix: Ensures recurring order cancellation jobs run without gaps.
- Increased Compatibility: Addresses compatibility issues with various store setups.
The Complete List of WooCommerce 10.1 Stand-out Features
- Faster Checkout block loading
- Partial checkout update states
- Improved express checkout loading
- Optional bank account number
- Support for non-numeric IBANs
- Bank details are visible instantly
- Products by Category block
- Products by Tag block
- Restored decimal quantity support
- Store API float compatibility
- Lightweight Interactivity API Mini-Cart
- Optimistic Mini-Cart updates
- Block-based product editor deprecated
- 30-day session expiration
Major WooCommerce 10.1 Features
1. Smarter Bank Transfer Settings
WooCommerce has streamlined the Direct Bank Transfer (BACS) settings with targeted updates that improve clarity and reduce setup friction. The account number field is now optional and supports non-numeric formats, making setup smoother for international accounts and banks with complex number systems.
Plus, you can now instantly see which details are set for each bank account at a glance – no extra clicks needed.
2. Lightning-Fast Checkout Block Experience
Remember those awkward loading times during checkout? WooCommerce 10.1 is moving away from the old suspense-based approach. Instead, you get a data-driven system that loads the entire page structure in advance.
In simpler words: your customers get an instant full checkout page, no spinning wheels and blank spaces needed.
3. Product Collections Get Smarter
Here’s something that’ll make content creators happy: WooCommerce 10.1 introduces two new collection types for the Product Collection block – Products by Category and Products by Tag. No more manual configuration or piecing together custom queries. You get dedicated block variations with inline controls for managing taxonomy filters. Props to community contributor Amit Raj for making this happen!
4. Decimal Quantities Are Back
Good news for stores selling by weight or fractions – decimal quantity support has been restored in the Store API and block-based Cart and Checkout. This fixes a regression from WooCommerce 9.5.0, so extensions that enable float quantities work as expected again.
Experimental Features to Pay Attention To
– The New Mini-Cart Powered by Interactivity API
This is where things get interesting for developers. New Mini-Cart implementation replaces React with the WordPress Interactivity API. Don’t worry – it’s 100% backward compatible with the original Mini-Cart block. Same look, same feel, just constructed on different tech in the background.
Activating it is simple: just enable the feature in WooCommerce > Settings > Advanced > Features. This new implementation reduces frontend JavaScript to ~20kB and uses an optimistic UI for instant cart updates.
Important Developer Changes
– Goodbye, Block-Based Product Editor
Here’s the announcement you’ve been waiting for: the experimental block-based product editor is now officially deprecated. The feature toggle has been unprefixed in most WooCommerce admin interfaces. If you are using it currently, you can continue for now, but start making arrangements to switch over – it’s headed for sunset shortly.
– Session Management Overhaul
WooCommerce 10.1 changes logged-in user sessions. Sessions were previously stored indefinitely. Guest and logged-in user sessions are now stored only in the session table and automatically expire after 30 days.
Why This WooCommerce 10.1 Release Matters
– For Store Owners
The checkout enhancements are enough to make this update worthwhile. Quicker loading speeds immediately affect conversion rates, and each millisecond matters when a person is weighing whether or not to finish a purchase.
The updates to the bank transfer gateway also eliminate the extra friction for merchants requiring more flexible payment solutions.
– For Developers
The session management updates add enhanced security and performance. The new Interactivity API implementation for Mini-Cart provides insight into the direction WooCommerce’s frontend is taking.
Preparing for WooCommerce 10.1
– Test Before You Jump
With the WooCommerce 10.1 changelog’s significant backend revisions, testing is paramount. Install the WooCommerce Beta Tester plugin and try RC2 on a staging site initially.
– Check Your Setup
- Review any custom code that interacts with user sessions
- If you’re on the block-based product editor, organize your migration plan
- Review your checkout flow carefully, especially if you have custom alterations
– Backup Everything
This needn’t be said, but do always make a backup of your store before undertaking major updates. The session management changes are particularly worth trying out if you do have custom user or authentication management code.
The Bottom Line
WooCommerce 10.1 is precisely the type of no-frills, rock-solid update that keeps an online store operating more efficiently. The improvements to checkout will leave the customer happy, session administration changes improve security, and the deprecations give developers good clues about what to expect in the future.
Now that WooCommerce 10.1 is live, it’s time to plan your update. The WooCommerce team has delivered a solid release – the final version shows the careful attention to detail we saw in the release candidates, and the feature set feels thoughtful rather than rushed.”
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