About Checkout Add-on types
There are several types of add-ons to choose from to customize the checkout page.
Required: WooCommerce Checkout Add-Ons is a premium WooCommerce extension included with WordPress Ecommerce Hosting or as a standalone purchase.
Type | Description | Example use case |
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Text | Customer can enter a short string of text. | Gift recipient’s name |
Text Area | Customer can enter a long string of text. | Gift messages |
Select | Customer can select one option from a drop-down menu. | Gift wrapping options |
Multiselect | Customer can select one, several, or all options from a drop-down menu. | Shipping and handling add-ons (e.g. Add Insurance, Add Rush Handling, etc.) |
Radio | Customer can select one option from a list of radio buttons. | Choosing whether or not the order contains a gift. |
Checkbox | Customers can select a single checkbox. | Adding a fixed-amount donation |
Multi-checkbox | Customer can select one, several, or all options from a list of checkboxes. | Gift wrapping add-ons (e.g. Add a bow, Add tissue paper, etc.) |
File | Customer can upload a file to include in their order, which you can access from your Media Library or when viewing the order. | Custom card cover |
Here’s an example of how each field appears on the checkout page:

More info
- Learn more about how to Create a Checkout Add-on.
- Check out the guide on how to View Checkout Add-on Fields.