Table of Contents

  1. Introduction

  2. Why Integrate Your E-commerce Site with Dolibarr?

  3. Understanding the Architecture of Dolibarr

  4. Preparing Your E-commerce Platform for Integration

  5. Supported E-commerce Platforms

    • 5.1 WooCommerce

    • 5.2 Prestashop

    • 5.3 Magento

    • 5.4 Shopify

  6. Choosing the Right Integration Method

    • 6.1 Native Modules and Extensions

    • 6.2 APIs and Webhooks

    • 6.3 Third-party Connectors

  7. The Role of DoliSynchro Module

    • 7.1 Features of DoliSynchro

    • 7.2 Real-time and Manual Synchronization

    • 7.3 Synchronizable Data Elements

  8. Step-by-Step Guide to Connect Dolibarr with WooCommerce

    • 8.1 Requirements

    • 8.2 Installing DoliSynchro

    • 8.3 API Configuration in WooCommerce

    • 8.4 Mapping Categories and Products

    • 8.5 Syncing Orders and Customers

  9. Testing and Troubleshooting Your Integration

  10. Automating Data Exchange with Cron Jobs

  11. Security Best Practices for Integrations

  12. Handling Multilingual and Multicurrency Stores

  13. Managing Inventory and Stock in Real-Time

  14. Synchronizing Invoices and Payments

  15. Customizing Workflows Based on Business Needs

  16. Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

  17. Real-World Case Studies

  18. Optimizing Performance and Reducing Load

  19. Tips from Integration Experts

  20. Conclusion

1. Introduction

As online commerce continues to grow, businesses are increasingly looking for ways to synchronize back-office operations with their digital storefronts. Dolibarr, a popular open-source ERP and CRM solution, is particularly well-suited for small to mid-sized enterprises looking to connect their online stores to a comprehensive business management system. In this article, we'll explore how to connect Dolibarr with your e-commerce platform quickly and efficiently.

2. Why Integrate Your E-commerce Site with Dolibarr?

Connecting your store to Dolibarr centralizes your operations and offers many advantages:

  • Real-time stock updates

  • Centralized customer and order management

  • Automated invoice generation

  • Streamlined accounting and reporting

  • Reduction of manual data entry and errors

3. Understanding the Architecture of Dolibarr

Dolibarr is modular, API-ready, and runs on a web server (Apache, NGINX, etc.) with PHP and MySQL. It supports REST APIs, JSON/XML formats, and has built-in import/export tools. Understanding this architecture is key to choosing your integration method.

4. Preparing Your E-commerce Platform for Integration

Before connecting, make sure your store:

  • Has API access enabled (WooCommerce REST API, Magento SOAP/REST, etc.)

  • Is HTTPS secured

  • Uses standard naming conventions for products, categories, etc.

  • Has a backup in case of failure during testing

5. Supported E-commerce Platforms

5.1 WooCommerce

Most popular with Dolibarr. Full REST API support and DoliSynchro compatibility.

5.2 Prestashop

Well-supported via custom modules and API integrations.

5.3 Magento

Advanced support possible but requires more complex setup.

5.4 Shopify

Limited due to API constraints; external middleware may be required.

6. Choosing the Right Integration Method

6.1 Native Modules and Extensions

Modules like DoliSynchro offer pre-built integration logic with WooCommerce.

6.2 APIs and Webhooks

Custom APIs can allow bi-directional communication.

6.3 Third-party Connectors

Zapier, Integromat, or middleware solutions can act as a bridge.

7. The Role of DoliSynchro Module

7.1 Features of DoliSynchro

  • Sync categories, customers, contacts, products, orders

  • Automatic or manual sync

  • Supports images and stock levels

7.2 Real-time and Manual Synchronization

Dolibarr > WooCommerce is real-time; WooCommerce > Dolibarr is by manual action or webhooks.

7.3 Synchronizable Data Elements

  • Product categories

  • Product details and prices

  • Images

  • Stock quantities

  • Third-party data

  • Orders and invoices

8. Step-by-Step Guide to Connect Dolibarr with WooCommerce

8.1 Requirements

  • Dolibarr 15.x+

  • WooCommerce 5.x+

  • API credentials (Consumer Key, Secret)

  • HTTPS domain

8.2 Installing DoliSynchro

  • Upload via Dolibarr module manager

  • Enable the module

  • Configure WooCommerce API keys

8.3 API Configuration in WooCommerce

  • Go to WooCommerce > Settings > Advanced > REST API

  • Add new key with read/write access

  • Copy Consumer Key and Secret

8.4 Mapping Categories and Products

  • Use DoliSynchro settings to align product categories

  • Link tax rules and price types accordingly

8.5 Syncing Orders and Customers

  • Import existing WooCommerce customers

  • Manually sync historical orders or activate webhook

9. Testing and Troubleshooting Your Integration

  • Use test orders to validate invoice creation

  • Monitor logs for errors

  • Check product price and stock consistency

10. Automating Data Exchange with Cron Jobs

  • Schedule cron jobs to run sync scripts

  • Set intervals for updates (e.g., every 10 minutes)

  • Monitor performance with server logs

11. Security Best Practices for Integrations

  • Use secure passwords and two-factor authentication

  • Limit API key permissions

  • Regularly update both Dolibarr and WooCommerce

  • Use HTTPS and SSL certificates

12. Handling Multilingual and Multicurrency Stores

  • Map language settings between platforms

  • Ensure price conversion with correct currency tables

13. Managing Inventory and Stock in Real-Time

  • Use Dolibarr stock module for real-time updates

  • Prevent overselling with minimum stock thresholds

14. Synchronizing Invoices and Payments

  • Enable auto-invoicing from Dolibarr

  • Match WooCommerce payment methods with Dolibarr payment types

15. Customizing Workflows Based on Business Needs

  • Add automation rules for certain customer types

  • Create specific document templates per sales channel

16. Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them

  • Mismatched tax rates → Align VAT/TVA settings

  • API authentication errors → Regenerate keys and reauthorize

  • Unmatched SKUs → Use standardized product codes

17. Real-World Case Studies

  • A furniture e-commerce site reduced manual work by 80% through automated sync

  • A digital product seller linked customer downloads with Dolibarr invoicing

18. Optimizing Performance and Reducing Load

  • Cache API requests where possible

  • Use asynchronous queues for large data sets

19. Tips from Integration Experts

  • Always test on a staging environment first

  • Document every change and sync setting

  • Don’t over-synchronize; sync only what’s necessary

20. Conclusion

Integrating your e-commerce site with Dolibarr in 2025 is more accessible and beneficial than ever. By leveraging tools like DoliSynchro, aligning workflows, and maintaining best practices, you can create a seamless link between your front-end store and back-end ERP. This not only boosts efficiency but also provides real-time insights that drive smarter business decisions.