This article shows you how to create inventory status pages that display product availability and stock levels on your WordPress website.
Step 1: Plan Your Inventory Structure
Before creating pages, decide what information you need to show. Most businesses display:
- Product name and description
- Current stock status (In Stock, Low Stock, Out of Stock)
- Expected restock dates
- Alternative products if items are unavailable
Write down your product list and current stock levels. This makes the setup process faster.
Step 2: Create Your Main Inventory Page
Log into your WordPress admin dashboard. Go to Pages > Add New.
Create a page called "Stock Levels" or "Product Availability". This will be your main inventory page that customers can find easily.
Add a brief explanation at the top, such as: "Check current stock levels below. We update this page daily at 9am."
For detailed help with creating pages, see Adding Pages to Your Website.
Step 3: Set Up Your Inventory Display Format
Choose how to display your inventory information. Here are three simple options:
Option 1: Simple Table Create a table with columns for Product Name, Stock Status, and Notes. Use the WordPress block editor to add a table block.
Option 2: Status Lists Group products by status with separate sections for "In Stock", "Low Stock", and "Out of Stock".
Option 3: Individual Product Sections Create separate sections for each product with detailed information and stock status.
Step 4: Add Visual Status Indicators
Make stock status easy to understand at a glance. Use consistent formatting:
- In Stock: Green text or checkmark
- Low Stock: Orange/yellow text with quantity remaining
- Out of Stock: Red text with restock date
- Discontinued: Grey text
To change text colours, highlight the text and use the colour options in the WordPress editor.
Step 5: Include Useful Customer Information
Add helpful details for each product:
- Last updated date and time
- Quantity remaining for low stock items
- Expected delivery dates for new orders
- Contact information for special orders
- Links to alternative products
Step 6: Make the Page Easy to Find
Add your inventory page to your website menu so customers can find it easily. Go to Appearance > Menus in your WordPress dashboard.
Consider adding a link to your inventory page from your main product pages or contact page.
Step 7: Set Up Regular Updates
Decide how often you'll update the page. Daily updates work well for most businesses. Add a note at the top showing when the page was last updated.
Create a simple process for updating stock levels. Keep a spreadsheet or notebook with current stock that you can reference when updating the website.
Step 8: Add Contact Information
Include clear contact details so customers can ask questions about stock or place special orders. Add your phone number, email, or link to your contact form.
Consider adding business hours so customers know when they can expect responses.
If you're still stuck or need help setting up more complex inventory tracking, contact Web60 support through your account dashboard.
FAQ
Q: How often should I update my inventory status page?
A: Update your inventory page at least daily, or whenever stock levels change significantly. Add the last updated date so customers know the information is current.
Q: Can I automate inventory updates on my WordPress site?
A: Basic WordPress sites require manual updates to inventory pages. For automatic stock tracking, you'll need an eCommerce plugin, but this requires more technical setup.
Q: Should I remove products that are permanently out of stock?
A: Keep discontinued items listed but mark them clearly as "Discontinued" rather than removing them completely. This helps customers who might be looking for those specific products.
Q: How do I handle seasonal products on my inventory page?
A: Create a separate section for seasonal items and include expected availability dates. For example, "Christmas decorations available from November 1st".
Q: What if I only have a few products to track?
A: For small inventories, a simple list format works well. Just add product names with stock status next to each one. You don't need complex tables for fewer than 10 products.
Q: Should I show exact quantities or just stock status?
A: For most businesses, showing status (In Stock/Low Stock/Out of Stock) works better than exact numbers. Showing exact quantities might encourage customers to wait for restocks instead of ordering.
Q: Can I password protect my inventory page?
A: Yes, you can make inventory pages private and share the password with specific customers. Edit the page and change the visibility setting to "Password Protected".
Last updated: 1 March 2026