Becoming a Vendor

Learn how to register as a vendor and start selling services on the marketplace.

Registration Methods

The marketplace offers three registration modes depending on the administrator’s configuration:

Open: Anyone can register as a vendor directly
Requires Approval: Admin must approve new vendor applications
Closed: Only administrators can create vendor accounts

Check the vendor registration page to see which mode is active.

How to Register

Step 1: Access Registration

Navigate to the vendor registration page using the [wpssbecomevendor] or [wpssvendorregistration] shortcode.

If you already have a buyer account, log in first and visit the “Become a Vendor” page to upgrade your account.

Step 2: Complete Registration Form

Fill in the required information:

Field	Description	Required
Display Name	Your public vendor name	Yes
Professional Tagline	One-line description (100 chars max)	Yes
About You	Your background and experience	Yes
Skills	Comma-separated skills	Yes
Terms Agreement	Accept marketplace terms	Yes

Step 3: Submit Application

After submitting:

Open Registration Mode:

Account activated immediately
You can create services right away
Status: Active

Approval Required Mode:

Account status: Pending Approval
Administrator will review your application
You’ll receive email notification when approved/rejected
Typical review: 1-3 business days

Closed Registration Mode:

Registration form is hidden
Contact administrator for account creation

Vendor Role and Capabilities

Once approved, you receive the wpss_vendor role with these capabilities:

wpss_vendor – Vendor status marker
wpssmanageservices – Create and edit services
wpssmanageorders – View and manage orders
wpssviewanalytics – Access earnings and stats
wpssrespondto_requests – Respond to buyer requests
read – Standard WordPress access
upload_files – Upload attachments
edit_posts – Create content

Verification Tiers

All new vendors start at the Basic tier. You can progress to:

Basic: Default starting tier
Verified: Identity/email verified
Pro: Premium verification status

Learn more in Seller Levels.

After Registration

Once your vendor account is active:

Access Dashboard: Navigate to the unified dashboard
Complete Profile: Add details, photo, and portfolio
Create First Service: List your first service offering
Configure Settings: Set availability and preferences

What You Can Do as a Vendor

Access to vendor features:

Feature	Description
Vendor Dashboard	Manage selling activities
Create Services	List services for buyers
Receive Orders	Accept and fulfill orders
Portfolio	Showcase previous work
Earnings	Track income and withdrawals [PRO]
Buyer Requests	Respond to service requests
Messages	Communicate with buyers

Vendor Settings Location

Administrators configure vendor registration at:

WP Sell Services → Settings → Vendor

Available settings:

Vendor Registration Mode: open/approval/closed
Max Services Per Vendor: Service creation limit (default: 20)
Require Verification: Email verification toggle
Service Moderation: Approve services before publishing

Tips for Approval

If your marketplace requires admin approval:

Use a professional email address
Complete all profile fields thoroughly
Clearly describe services you’ll offer
Add relevant skills and experience
Be responsive to admin inquiries

Troubleshooting

Registration Form Not Visible

Possible Causes:

Closed registration mode is active
Page doesn’t contain correct shortcode
Plugin not activated

Solution:

Contact site administrator
Verify shortcode: [wpssvendorregistration] or [wpssbecomevendor]

Application Pending Too Long

Approval time varies by marketplace
Check email (including spam folder) for admin response
Contact site support after 3 business days

Cannot Create Services After Approval

Verify:

Account status is “Active” not “Pending”
Email verified (if required)
No service creation limits reached
Dashboard access permissions correct

Next Steps

After vendor registration: