Woo Audio Preview Pro – Customer Guide

Get Started

Getting Started

First Steps After Installation

  1. Navigate to Settings

    • Go to WordPress Admin → WB Plugins → Audio Preview Pro
    • You’ll see four main tabs: General, Player, Watermark, and Advanced
  2. Quick Setup Checklist

    • Enable audio preview in General Settings
    • Choose your player position on product pages
    • Set default preview duration (or 0 for full tracks)
    • Configure watermark if needed for protection
    • Save your settings

Adding Audio Previews

Adding Audio to Products

  1. Edit Your Product

    • Go to Products → Edit any product
    • Scroll down to find “Audio Preview Pro – Unlimited Previews” box
  2. Upload Audio Files

    • Click “Add Audio” button
    • Choose from Media Library or upload new files
    • Supported formats: MP3, WAV, OGG, M4A
  3. Organize Your Audio

    • Add custom names for each track
    • Drag and drop to reorder tracks
    • Set individual preview duration (optional)
    • Choose player theme for this product

Pro Tips for Audio Management

  • Naming Convention: Use descriptive names like “Track 1 – Intro” or “Chapter 1 – Opening”
  • File Size: Keep files under 10MB for faster loading
  • Quality: Use 128-192 kbps MP3 for good quality vs. file size balance

Player Settings

Customizing Player Appearance

Navigate to WB Plugins → Audio Preview Pro → Player tab:

Player Themes

  • Classic: Clean, professional look
  • Dark: Modern dark theme
  • Minimal: Simple, distraction-free
  • Colorful: Vibrant, eye-catching design

Player Features

  • Waveform Visualization: Show audio waveform
  • Time Display: Show current time/duration
  • Volume Control: Allow volume adjustment
  • Download Button: Enable file downloads (non-watermarked only)
  • Playback Speed: Let users change playback speed

Player Colors

Customize colors to match your brand:

  • Primary Color: Progress bar and controls
  • Background Color: Player background
  • Text Color: Time display and track names

Display Options

Product Page Position

Choose where the player appears:

  • Before Add to Cart Form
  • Before/After Add to Cart Button
  • Before Product Summary
  • In Product Summary
  • With Product Thumbnails

Archive Pages

  • Disabled: No audio on shop pages
  • Audio Badge: Shows a small indicator on products with audio

Watermark Protection

Protecting Your Audio Content

Navigate to WB Plugins → Audio Preview Pro → Watermark tab:

Enable Watermark

Toggle on to add protection to all preview clips

Watermark Types

  1. Voice Overlay

    • Text-to-speech message over your audio
    • Default: “This is a preview”
    • Customize the message
  2. Beep Sound

    • Periodic beep overlay
    • Less intrusive option
  3. Custom Audio

    • Upload your own watermark sound
    • Brand it with your store name

Watermark Settings

  • Interval: How often watermark repeats (5-60 seconds)
  • Volume: Watermark volume level (10-100%)
  • Fade Effect: Smooth fade in/out

Advanced Protection

  • Prevent Download: Disable right-click download
  • Stream Only Mode: No local file storage
  • Dynamic Watermark: Include user info

Multi-Vendor Features

For Marketplace Owners

If you run a multi-vendor marketplace with Dokan, WCFM, or WC Vendors:

Vendor Settings

In General Settings:

  • Vendor Audio Upload: Allow/restrict vendor uploads
  • Upload Limits: Set maximum files per product
  • File Size Limits: Control storage usage

Vendor Dashboard

Vendors can:

  • Upload audio previews from their dashboard
  • Manage audio files for their products
  • See audio analytics (if enabled)

For Vendors

Adding Audio (Dokan)

  1. Go to Dashboard → Products
  2. Edit product → Audio Preview section
  3. Upload files and set names
  4. Save product

Adding Audio (WCFM)

  1. Go to Store Manager → Products
  2. Find Audio Preview tab
  3. Add audio files
  4. Update product

Adding Audio (WC Vendors)

  1. Access Vendor Dashboard
  2. Edit Products → Audio section
  3. Upload and configure audio
  4. Save changes

Troubleshooting

Common Issues and Solutions

Audio Not Playing

  • Check file format (MP3 recommended)
  • Verify file URL is accessible
  • Clear browser cache
  • Check browser console for errors
  • Ensure JavaScript is enabled

Player Not Showing

  • Verify “Enable Audio Preview” is ON
  • Check if product has audio files added
  • Review theme compatibility
  • Check player position settings

Watermark Issues

  • Ensure watermark is enabled
  • Check watermark audio file URL
  • Verify text-to-speech API (if using voice)
  • Test with different watermark types

Upload Problems

  • Check file size limits
  • Verify file permissions
  • Ensure sufficient server space
  • Check PHP upload limits

Performance Optimization

For Faster Loading

  1. Enable lazy loading in Advanced Settings
  2. Use CDN for audio files
  3. Optimize audio file sizes
  4. Set appropriate buffer size

CDN Setup

  1. Go to Advanced Settings
  2. Enable CDN Support
  3. Enter your CDN URL
  4. Audio files will load from CDN

Frequently Asked Questions

General Questions

Q: How many audio files can I add per product?

A: Unlimited! Add as many tracks as needed.

Q: What audio formats are supported?

A: MP3, WAV, OGG, M4A, and most web-compatible formats.

Q: Can I use different themes for different products?

A: Yes, each product can have its own player theme.

Q: Will audio previews work on mobile?

A: Yes, fully responsive and mobile-optimized.

Features Questions

Q: Can I set different preview durations for each track?

A: Yes, set global default or per-track durations.

Q: How do I protect my full audio files?

A: Use watermark protection and preview duration limits.

Q: Can customers download the previews?

A: Optional – you can enable/disable the download button.

Q: Does it work with variable products?

A: Yes, audio previews work with all product types.

Technical Questions

Q: Is it compatible with my theme?

A: Works with all properly coded WooCommerce themes.

Q: Will it slow down my site?

A: No, features lazy loading and optimization options.

Q: Can I customize the player design?

A: Yes, through color settings and custom CSS option.

Q: Does it support RTL languages?

A: Yes, full RTL support included.

Vendor Questions

Q: Can vendors upload their own audio?

A: Yes, if enabled in settings by store admin.

Q: Is there a limit for vendor uploads?

A: Configurable by admin in settings.

Q: Can vendors see audio analytics?

A: Depends on your marketplace plugin features.


Pro Tips

Best Practices

  1. Audio Quality

    • Use consistent bitrate across all files
    • Normalize audio levels
    • Remove silence at beginning/end
  2. Organization

    • Create naming convention for tracks
    • Group related audio together
    • Use descriptive track names
  3. User Experience

    • Keep previews 30-60 seconds
    • Place player prominently
    • Use clear call-to-action
  4. Performance

    • Compress audio files appropriately
    • Use CDN for global stores
    • Enable lazy loading

Advanced Features

Bulk Operations

  • Use CSV import/export for bulk audio management
  • Copy audio settings between products
  • Batch update preview durations

Custom Integration

  • Hook into player events with JavaScript
  • Add custom CSS for unique styling
  • Integrate with analytics tools

Marketing Tips

  • Highlight products with audio previews
  • Use audio badges on shop pages
  • Create “Listen Before You Buy” campaigns

Getting Help

Support Channels

  1. Documentation

    • Check this guide first
    • Review FAQ section
    • Visit developer docs for advanced needs
  2. Support Ticket

    • Include your WordPress version
    • Specify WooCommerce version
    • Describe issue with steps to reproduce
    • Attach screenshots if helpful
  3. Community

    • Join our user forum
    • Share tips and tricks
    • Get inspired by other stores

Before Contacting Support

Please check:

  • Latest plugin version installed
  • WordPress and WooCommerce updated
  • No JavaScript errors in console
  • Theme compatibility mode tested
  • Tried with default theme (temporarily)
Last updated: November 10, 2025