How to Install the RentalTide WordPress Plugin
Welcome to the RentalTide help center! In this guide, we will show you how to install and configure the RentalTide WordPress plugin to seamlessly integrate booking functionality on your WordPress site.
Step 1: Download the Plugin
Log in to your RentalTide account.
Navigate to the WebSmith section.
Locate the WordPress Plugin option.
Click to download the plugin. The file will appear in your browser's download section.
Step 2: Install the Plugin on WordPress
Log in to your WordPress admin dashboard.
Go to Plugins > Add New.
Click Upload Plugin and select the file you downloaded from RentalTide.
Click Install Now. This process may take a few seconds.
After installation, click Activate Plugin to enable it.
Step 3: Configure the Plugin
Once activated, you will see a new menu item: RentalTide Booking in the WordPress sidebar.
Click on RentalTide Booking to open the plugin settings.
Required Fields:
Customer ID: Retrieve this from your RentalTide account.
Location ID: Optional. Use this if you want the widget to display boats from a specific location only.
Optional Settings:
Theme Colors: Customize the widget colors to match your website theme.
Initial Boat: Optionally set a default boat to display.
After configuring the settings, click Save.
Step 4: Add the Widget to Your Website
You can integrate the widget into your site using either of these two methods:
Method 1: Using the WordPress Widget
Go to Appearance > Widgets.
Locate the RentalTide Booking Widget in the list.
Drag and drop it into your desired widget area (e.g., sidebar, footer).
Save your changes.
Method 2: Using a Shortcode
In the plugin settings, copy the generated shortcode.
Go to the page or post where you want to add the booking widget.
Paste the shortcode into the editor.
Publish or update the page.
Step 5: Verify Installation
Navigate to the page where you added the widget.
Confirm that the booking widget is visible and functional.
Test the booking process to ensure everything works as expected.
Need Help?
If you encounter any issues during installation or configuration, please reach out to our support team for assistance. Enjoy seamless booking integration with RentalTide and enhance your customers' experience!