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Installation
Install and configure the GrootMade connector plugin
Installing the GrootMade Plugin
The GrootMade connector plugin links your site to our platform, enabling automatic updates, one-click downloads, and seamless product management.
Requirements
Before installing, ensure your site meets these requirements:
- WP 6.0 or higher
- PHP 7.4 or higher (8.0+ recommended)
- HTTPS enabled on your site
- Active GrootMade membership (free or paid)
Installation Methods
Upload via WP Dashboard
Log in to your GrootMade account and go to Dashboard → Downloads
Download the grootmade-connector.zip file
In WP, go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin
Choose the ZIP file and click Install Now
Click Activate Plugin
Install via WP-CLI
If you have WP-CLI installed, run:
# Download and install
wp plugin install https://grootmade.com/downloads/grootmade-connector.zip --activate
# Verify installation
wp plugin list | grep grootmadeManual Installation via FTP
Download grootmade-connector.zip from your dashboard
Extract the ZIP file on your computer
Upload the grootmade-connector folder to /wp-content/plugins/
Activate the plugin from Plugins in WP admin
Configuration
After activation, connect your site to GrootMade:
Get Your API Key
Log in to grootmade.com/dashboard and navigate to Settings → API Keys. Copy your API key.
Enter API Key
In WP, go to GrootMade → Settings and paste your API key.
Verify Connection
Click Test Connection. You should see a green success message.
Plugin Settings
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-Update | Automatically update products | Enabled |
| Update Schedule | How often to check for updates | Daily |
| Notifications | Email alerts for updates | Enabled |
| Beta Updates | Include beta versions | Disabled |
Troubleshooting
Connection Failed?
Check that your site uses HTTPS and your API key is correct. See Troubleshooting for more help.
Common Issues
"Invalid API Key" error
- Verify you copied the complete key without spaces
- Check that your membership is active
- Regenerate the API key from your dashboard
"Connection Timeout" error
- Your server may be blocking outgoing connections
- Contact your host to whitelist
api.grootmade.com
Plugin conflicts
- Temporarily disable other plugins to identify conflicts
- Check for JavaScript errors in browser console