What Is Odoo?

Odoo is an open-source business management software. It includes modules for CRM, accounting, inventory, manufacturing, and more. Many companies choose Odoo because it is flexible and cost-effective compared to other ERP systems.

Odoo comes in two versions:

• Odoo Community – Free and open-source
• Odoo Enterprise – Paid version with extra features and support

Why Connect Odoo to WooCommerce?

Running an online store means dealing with orders, inventory, and customer data every day. Without integration, your team has to copy information between Odoo and WooCommerce manually. This is slow and leads to mistakes.

An Odoo-WooCommerce integration gives you:

• Automatic order import – New orders appear in Odoo instantly
• Live inventory sync – Stock levels match across both systems
• Unified customer database – All customer data in one place
• Accurate reporting – Sales reports include all online orders
• Faster fulfillment – Orders reach your warehouse team immediately

How the Integration Works

Odoo and WooCommerce both have REST APIs. These APIs allow the systems to exchange data automatically. The integration can be one-way or two-way, depending on your needs.

One-Way Sync

Data flows in one direction only:

• Products from Odoo to WooCommerce
• Orders from WooCommerce to Odoo

Two-Way Sync

Data flows in both directions:

• Products sync between both systems
• Customer updates reflect in both places
• Inventory changes sync instantly

Integration Options

1. Odoo WooCommerce Connector Module

Odoo has official and community connectors available in the Odoo App Store. These modules install directly in Odoo and handle the connection to WooCommerce.

Popular connectors include:

• WooCommerce Odoo Connector by Emipro
• WooCommerce Integration by Technaureus
• Multi-Channel Sale by various developers

2. Middleware Platforms

Third-party platforms can connect Odoo and WooCommerce:

• Zapier – Simple automation for basic needs
• Make (Integromat) – Visual workflow builder
• n8n – Open-source automation tool

3. Custom API Integration

For complex requirements, custom development using both APIs gives you complete control over the data flow.

Data That Syncs

Products

• Product name and description
• SKU and barcode
• Price and tax settings
• Product images
• Categories and tags
• Product variants (size, color, etc.)

Inventory

• Stock quantities
• Multiple warehouse locations
• Low stock alerts
• Backorder settings

Orders

• Customer details
• Order items and quantities
• Shipping address
• Payment status
• Order notes

Customers

• Name and contact info
• Billing and shipping addresses
• Order history
• Customer groups

Setting Up the Integration

Step 1: Prepare Your Systems

Before connecting, make sure:

• Odoo is updated to a recent version
• WooCommerce and WordPress are up to date
• You have admin access to both systems
• SSL certificates are installed (HTTPS)

Step 2: Create API Credentials

In WooCommerce:

1. Go to WooCommerce > Settings > Advanced > REST API
2. Click “Add Key”
3. Set permissions to “Read/Write”
4. Save the Consumer Key and Consumer Secret

Step 3: Install the Connector

If using an Odoo connector module:

1. Download the connector from Odoo App Store
2. Install it in your Odoo instance
3. Enter your WooCommerce URL and API keys
4. Configure sync settings

Step 4: Configure Field Mapping

Match fields between systems:

• Odoo “Internal Reference” = WooCommerce “SKU”
• Odoo “Sales Price” = WooCommerce “Regular Price”
• Odoo “Quantity On Hand” = WooCommerce “Stock”

Step 5: Run Initial Sync

Start with a test sync:

1. Sync a few products first
2. Create a test order on WooCommerce
3. Check if it appears in Odoo
4. Fix any mapping issues

Step 6: Enable Automatic Sync

Once testing is complete, enable scheduled sync:

• Set inventory to sync every 15-30 minutes
• Orders can sync every 5 minutes or in real-time
• Products can sync daily or when changed

Common Issues and Fixes

Products Not Syncing

Check that products in Odoo are marked as “Can be Sold” and have valid SKUs.

Order Errors

Make sure shipping methods and payment methods in WooCommerce map to valid options in Odoo.

Inventory Mismatches

If stock levels don’t match, check for pending orders or reserved quantities in Odoo.

Slow Sync Speed

Large catalogs take time. Use incremental sync to update only changed items.

Best Practices

• Use unique SKUs – Every product needs a unique identifier
• Clean your data first – Fix duplicate products before syncing
• Set up error notifications – Get alerts when sync fails
• Keep logs – Save sync logs for troubleshooting
• Test after updates – Check the integration after updating Odoo or WooCommerce

Conclusion

Connecting Odoo to WooCommerce streamlines your e-commerce operations. Orders flow automatically from your website to your ERP, inventory stays accurate, and your team saves hours of manual work.

Whether you use a ready-made connector or build a custom solution, the investment pays off quickly. Your business runs more efficiently, and customers get a better experience with accurate stock information and faster order processing.