WooCommerce Cart Fragment Issue

### Steps to Resolve the Issue

1. **Ensure Cart Fragments Are Enabled**
WooCommerce uses an AJAX-based script to update cart fragments dynamically. Make sure it's enabled:
– Check your theme’s `functions.php` file to ensure you haven’t disabled the `wc-cart-fragments` script. Look for this line:

add_filter('woocommerce_cart_fragments_enabled', '__return_false');

If found, remove it or set it to `__return_true`.

2. **Disable Cache for Cart Fragments**
Cache plugins like WP Super Cache or caching services may serve outdated fragments. Configure your caching setup:
– **Exclude WooCommerce-specific pages** from being cached, such as:
– Cart (`/cart`)
– Checkout (`/checkout`)
– My Account (`/my-account`)
– Add `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` to the caching plugin's exclusion list to ensure AJAX calls are not cached.

For WP Super Cache, add the following rules:
– Navigate to **Settings > WP Super Cache > Advanced**.
– Under the *Accepted Filenames & Rejected URIs* section, add:

/*wc-ajax=*

3. **Check Query String Behavior**
When query strings are appended to URLs, caching mechanisms often bypass cache. This is why adding a query string shows the correct cart count for non-logged-in users. To simulate this behavior without appending query strings:
– Force a dynamic update for cart fragments by using WooCommerce's `wc_cart_fragments_params` filter:

add_filter('wc_cart_fragments_params', function($params) {
         $params['url'] = add_query_arg('nocache', time(), $params['url']);
         return $params;
     });

4. **Update Scripts in Theme**
If you're using a custom theme, ensure the theme properly enqueues the `wc-cart-fragments` script:

function enqueue_woocommerce_cart_fragments_script() {
       if (function_exists('is_woocommerce')) {
           wp_enqueue_script('wc-cart-fragments');
       }
   }
   add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', 'enqueue_woocommerce_cart_fragments_script');

5. **Test With a Default Theme**
Switch to a default WooCommerce-compatible theme (like Storefront) to check if the issue persists. If it works correctly, the problem may lie in your custom theme's implementation.

6. **Debug Cache Behavior**
If you’re using caching layers like server-side caching (e.g., Varnish, NGINX cache), configure them to respect the `woocommerce_items_in_cart` cookie, which WooCommerce sets for non-logged-in users with items in their cart:
– **Varnish**: Exclude requests with this cookie from being cached.
– **NGINX**: Add a similar rule to bypass caching for WooCommerce-specific cookies.

7. **Check JavaScript Errors**
Use the browser console (Developer Tools) to ensure the `wc-cart-fragments` script is running correctly. If there are errors, they might be preventing the cart fragments from updating.

8. **Purge Cache After Changes**
After making any changes to caching settings, ensure you purge all caches:
– Clear cache in your caching plugin.
– Clear server-side caches if applicable (e.g., NGINX, Varnish).
– Invalidate any CDN caches if in use.

By addressing the cache-related issues and ensuring WooCommerce's cart fragments script is functioning as intended, you should be able to resolve the incorrect cart count for non-logged-in users.

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### 1. **Test with Cache Disabled**
Temporarily disable all caching plugins (like WP Super Cache, W3Speedster, or any server-side caching) to confirm whether the issue is caching-related.
– If the cart count works correctly after disabling caching, the issue is likely due to caching configurations.

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### 2. **Force Cart Fragment Refresh**
For non-logged-in users, you can force WooCommerce to refresh the cart fragment on every page load. Add this to your theme’s `functions.php` file:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
           wp_localize_script('wc-cart-fragments', 'wc_cart_fragments_params', array(
               'ajax_url' => WC()->ajax_url(),
               'fragment_name' => 'wc_fragments'
           ));
       }
   });

This ensures WooCommerce always sends the correct cart count via AJAX for non-logged-in users.

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### 3. **Bypass Cache with WooCommerce Cookies**
WooCommerce relies on cookies like `woocommerce_cart_hash` and `woocommerce_items_in_cart` to identify cart changes. Ensure these cookies are bypassing cache:
– If you're using server-level caching (e.g., NGINX, Varnish), configure rules to bypass cache when these cookies are present.

**Example for NGINX**:

if ($cookie_woocommerce_items_in_cart) {
       set $skip_cache 1;
   }
   if ($cookie_woocommerce_cart_hash) {
       set $skip_cache 1;
   }

**Example for Varnish**:

if (req.http.Cookie ~ "woocommerce_items_in_cart" || req.http.Cookie ~ "woocommerce_cart_hash") {
       return (pass);
   }

If using a CDN (e.g., Cloudflare), ensure these cookies are respected in the "Bypass Cache on Cookie" settings.

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### 4. **Debug AJAX Call**
Inspect the `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` request in the browser’s **Network tab**:
– Open the Developer Tools (press `F12` or `Ctrl+Shift+I` in most browsers).
– Go to the **Network** tab and filter by **XHR**.
– Look for the `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` request.
– Check if the response returns the correct cart fragment data (`fragments` and `cart_hash`).

If this request is not being made or is failing:
– Ensure your site’s AJAX URL (`/wp-admin/admin-ajax.php`) is accessible.
– Check for JavaScript conflicts (see step 5).

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### 5. **Check for JavaScript Errors**
– Open the browser console (press `F12` or `Ctrl+Shift+I`, then go to the **Console** tab).
– Reload the page and check for JavaScript errors, particularly those involving `wc-cart-fragments`.

If errors are found:
– Dequeue conflicting scripts using:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
         wp_dequeue_script('conflicting-script-handle');
     });

—

### 6. **Custom Code for Non-Logged-In Users**
If WooCommerce’s default cart fragments script isn’t working, you can manually update the cart count for non-logged-in users. Add this to your `functions.php`:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
       if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
           ?>
           <script>
               jQuery(function ($) {
                   $.ajax({
                       url: '<?php echo esc_url(admin_url('admin-ajax.php')); ?>',
                       method: 'POST',
                       data: {
                           action: 'update_cart_count'
                       },
                       success: function (response) {
                           $('.cart-count').text(response.cart_count);
                       }
                   });
               });
           </script>
           <?php
       }
   });

   add_action('wp_ajax_update_cart_count', 'update_cart_count');
   add_action('wp_ajax_nopriv_update_cart_count', 'update_cart_count');

   function update_cart_count() {
       $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
       wp_send_json_success(['cart_count' => $cart_count]);
   }

– Ensure `.cart-count` matches the HTML class used for your cart count display.
– This forces an AJAX call to update the count for non-logged-in users.

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### 7. **Advanced Debugging with Logs**
Enable WooCommerce debugging to capture potential errors:
– Go to **WooCommerce > Status > Logs**.
– Look for logs related to cart fragments or AJAX requests.

If errors exist, address them based on their specific details.

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### 8. **Revert to Default Plugins and Theme**
Test your site with the default Storefront theme and only WooCommerce enabled:
– If the issue resolves, the problem lies in your theme or other plugins.
– Gradually re-enable plugins and custom code to isolate the conflict.

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### Let Me Know the Results!
If the issue persists, share more details about:
– Specific plugins or caching layers in use.
– Whether the `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` request is firing correctly.
– Any JavaScript or PHP errors you’ve encountered during debugging.

—

### Steps to Fix

#### 1. **Identify Multiple jQuery Loads**
Check if multiple versions of jQuery are being loaded:
– Open the **Developer Tools** (F12) in your browser.
– Go to the **Network** tab, reload the page, and search for "jQuery".
– If you see more than one instance of jQuery being loaded, it indicates the issue.

—

#### 2. **Prevent Duplicate jQuery Loading**
Ensure that your theme or plugins don’t load additional jQuery unnecessarily. Here’s how:

**For Your Theme**:
– Open your theme’s `functions.php` file.
– Ensure jQuery is enqueued only once:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
         if (!is_admin()) {
             wp_deregister_script('jquery'); // Deregister default jQuery
             wp_enqueue_script('jquery', includes_url('/js/jquery/jquery.min.js'), [], null, true);
         }
     });

**For Plugins**:
– Check each plugin’s settings or files for custom jQuery inclusion.
– If possible, disable additional jQuery loading in plugin settings or dequeue them programmatically:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
         wp_dequeue_script('plugin-jquery-handle'); // Replace with actual handle
     });

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#### 3. **Avoid Direct jQuery Declarations**
In custom scripts, do not declare `jQuery` as a global variable. Use WordPress's dependency management to ensure only one instance is used.

**Example of Correct Script Enqueueing**:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       wp_enqueue_script('custom-script', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/custom.js', ['jquery'], null, true);
   });

Then, in your `custom.js`, use:

jQuery(function ($) {
       // Your code here
   });

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#### 4. **Ensure Compatibility Mode**
WordPress loads jQuery in "no conflict" mode by default. This ensures `$` does not conflict with other libraries. Use `jQuery` instead of `$` in your custom scripts, or wrap your code like this:

(function ($) {
       // Your jQuery code here
   })(jQuery);

—

#### 5. **Disable External jQuery Loads**
If external libraries or themes are loading jQuery from a CDN, ensure they are not duplicating it. For example, if a script is loaded from `cdnjs.cloudflare.com`, stop it:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       wp_dequeue_script('external-jquery-handle'); // Replace with the actual handle
   });

—

#### 6. **Debug Remaining Conflicts**
If you still encounter the issue:
– Disable all plugins except WooCommerce and switch to a default theme (e.g., Storefront).
– Gradually re-enable plugins and custom code to identify the conflict source.

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### Example: Resolving in WooCommerce
If the error occurs with WooCommerce's cart fragments, ensure WooCommerce itself isn’t causing duplicate jQuery loads:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
    if (!is_admin()) {
        wp_deregister_script('jquery'); // Deregister WordPress's default jQuery
        wp_enqueue_script('jquery', includes_url('/js/jquery/jquery.min.js'), [], null, true);
    }
});

—

Let me know if this resolves your issue or if further debugging is needed!

### Steps to Fix

#### 1. **Check if `jqueryParams` is Defined**
Ensure `jqueryParams` is being correctly defined. If you're using WordPress's `wp_localize_script`, verify that it's implemented properly. Example:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       wp_enqueue_script('custom-script', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/custom.js', ['jquery'], null, true);

       // Pass data to the script
       wp_localize_script('custom-script', 'jqueryParams', [
           'ajax_url' => admin_url('admin-ajax.php'),
           'nonce'    => wp_create_nonce('your_nonce_action'),
       ]);
   });

The `wp_localize_script` function associates the `jqueryParams` variable with your script, making it accessible in the browser.

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#### 2. **Ensure the Script is Loaded Correctly**
– Verify that the script handle (`custom-script` in the example above) matches the one used in `wp_localize_script`.
– Ensure the script is enqueued and loaded in the proper context, such as the frontend or admin area.

—

#### 3. **Inspect Script Dependencies**
The script that relies on `jqueryParams` must have jQuery and any localized variables loaded before it executes. Ensure the script is dependent on jQuery:

wp_enqueue_script('custom-script', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/custom.js', ['jquery'], null, true);

If the dependency isn't specified, `custom.js` may execute before jQuery is loaded, leading to errors.

—

#### 4. **Check JavaScript Console for Errors**
Use the browser’s Developer Tools to identify whether:
– `jqueryParams` is undefined because the `wp_localize_script` function failed.
– The script is being loaded in the wrong order or context.

—

#### 5. **Test Variable Availability**
Add a test in your script to confirm whether `jqueryParams` is available:

console.log(typeof jqueryParams !== 'undefined' ? jqueryParams : 'jqueryParams is not defined');

This will output the value of `jqueryParams` or indicate it’s undefined.

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#### 6. **Debug Potential Issues**
– **Check for Conflicts**: Ensure no other plugin or theme is interfering with the script or overwriting the `jqueryParams` variable.
– **Disable Caching**: Clear your caching plugin (like WP Super Cache) or browser cache to ensure you’re not loading outdated scripts.

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### Example of a Full Setup
Here’s an example of a correct implementation:

1. **Enqueue Script with Localized Data**

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       wp_enqueue_script('custom-script', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/custom.js', ['jquery'], null, true);

       // Localize script with data
       wp_localize_script('custom-script', 'jqueryParams', [
           'ajax_url' => admin_url('admin-ajax.php'),
           'nonce'    => wp_create_nonce('my_nonce_action'),
       ]);
   });

2. **Access `jqueryParams` in JavaScript**

jQuery(function ($) {
       if (typeof jqueryParams !== 'undefined') {
           console.log('AJAX URL:', jqueryParams.ajax_url);
           console.log('Nonce:', jqueryParams.nonce);
       } else {
           console.error('jqueryParams is not defined.');
       }
   });

—

Let me know if you encounter additional issues, and we can troubleshoot further!

—

### Add Cache-Control Headers for WooCommerce Pages

WooCommerce automatically sets cookies when items are added to the cart. You can hook into WordPress to send appropriate `Cache-Control` headers when these cookies are detected.

#### Add the Following Code in Your `functions.php`:

add_action('init', function () {
    if (
        isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_items_in_cart']) || 
        isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_cart_hash'])
    ) {
        // Bypass cache for pages with WooCommerce cart cookies
        if (!defined('DONOTCACHEPAGE')) {
            define('DONOTCACHEPAGE', true);
        }

        // Send Cache-Control headers to prevent caching
        header('Cache-Control: no-store, no-cache, must-revalidate, max-age=0');
        header('Pragma: no-cache');
    }
});

– **What This Does**:
– Detects the WooCommerce cookies.
– Sets a constant `DONOTCACHEPAGE` to bypass cache if you’re using a caching plugin (e.g., WP Super Cache or W3 Total Cache).
– Adds HTTP headers to prevent the browser and CDN from caching the page.

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### Adjust Cache Plugins to Recognize `DONOTCACHEPAGE`
If you’re using a caching plugin like **WP Super Cache**, **W3 Total Cache**, or others, they often respect the `DONOTCACHEPAGE` constant and will bypass cache for pages with WooCommerce cart cookies.

#### WP Super Cache Example
In **WP Super Cache**:
1. Go to **Settings > WP Super Cache > Advanced**.
2. Ensure the option **"Don't cache pages with GET parameters"** is enabled.
3. Add a rejection rule under **Accepted Filenames & Rejected URIs** for WooCommerce-specific cookies:

/*wc-ajax=*

—

### Server-Level Bypass (Optional)
If you have server-level caching (e.g., NGINX, Varnish), you need to configure your server to bypass cache based on WooCommerce cookies. This is not PHP but complements the PHP logic.

#### Example for NGINX:
Add this to your NGINX configuration:

map $http_cookie $woocommerce_bypass {
    default 0;
    "~*woocommerce_items_in_cart" 1;
    "~*woocommerce_cart_hash" 1;
}

server {
    location / {
        if ($woocommerce_bypass) {
            set $skip_cache 1;
        }
    }
}

#### Example for Varnish:
Add this to your Varnish configuration:

sub vcl_recv {
    if (req.http.Cookie ~ "woocommerce_items_in_cart" || req.http.Cookie ~ "woocommerce_cart_hash") {
        return (pass);
    }
}

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### Testing the Cache Bypass
1. Add an item to your WooCommerce cart.
2. Open the browser's **Developer Tools** and check the **Network tab**.
3. Reload the page and verify that:
– The `Cache-Control` and `Pragma` headers are being set correctly.
– Cached versions are not served when WooCommerce cookies are present.

—

Let me know if you encounter specific challenges in implementing this!

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### **1. Force Cart Fragment Refresh**

WooCommerce uses `wc-cart-fragments` to update cart contents dynamically. Ensure this script is properly enqueued and working for non-logged-in users.

#### Add this to `functions.php`:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
    // Ensure WooCommerce cart fragments are loaded
    if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
        wp_enqueue_script('wc-cart-fragments', plugins_url('woocommerce/assets/js/frontend/cart-fragments.min.js'), ['jquery'], WC_VERSION, true);
    }
});

This ensures that the cart fragment updates are loaded even for non-logged-in users.

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### **2. Debug AJAX Refresh**

Verify the WooCommerce `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` request. This should trigger automatically after adding or removing items from the cart.

– **Steps to Check:**
1. Open the browser's Developer Tools (press `F12`).
2. Navigate to the **Network tab**.
3. Perform actions like adding/removing items.
4. Look for the `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments` request.
5. Check if the response updates the cart correctly.

If the request is missing or not returning the correct data, the issue likely lies in the cache or script conflicts.

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### **3. Bypass Cache for Cart Pages**

Caching can prevent AJAX updates from reflecting correctly. Ensure your caching rules bypass pages with WooCommerce cookies for non-logged-in users.

#### Add the following in `functions.php`:

add_action('init', function () {
    if (isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_cart_hash']) || isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_items_in_cart'])) {
        if (!defined('DONOTCACHEPAGE')) {
            define('DONOTCACHEPAGE', true);
        }
    }
});

This tells caching plugins to bypass cached pages for users with WooCommerce cart cookies.

#### If You Use Server-Level Caching:
See [bypass caching rules for WooCommerce](https://developer.wordpress.org/reference/functions/wp_cache_add_non_persistent_groups/).

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### **4. Manually Update Cart Fragments**

In some cases, you may need to trigger cart fragment updates manually using JavaScript.

#### Add JavaScript in Your Theme:

1. Enqueue the script in `functions.php`:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
       wp_enqueue_script('custom-cart-refresh', get_template_directory_uri() . '/js/cart-refresh.js', ['jquery'], null, true);
   });

2. Create the `cart-refresh.js` file in your theme:

jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
       $(document.body).on('removed_from_cart', function () {
           // Trigger cart fragment update
           $.ajax({
               url: wc_cart_fragments_params.ajax_url,
               type: 'POST',
               data: {
                   action: 'woocommerce_get_refreshed_fragments',
               },
               success: function (response) {
                   if (response && response.fragments) {
                       $.each(response.fragments, function (key, value) {
                           $(key).replaceWith(value);
                       });
                   }
               },
           });
       });
   });

This ensures that cart contents are updated immediately after an item is removed.

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### **5. Add Cache-Busting Query Strings**

WooCommerce appends cache-busting query strings to cart-related URLs. If this doesn’t happen, append a timestamp manually.

#### Add to `functions.php`:

add_filter('woocommerce_add_to_cart_redirect', function ($url) {
    return add_query_arg('_', time(), $url); // Append timestamp
});

—

### **6. Verify Proper Cookie Handling**

WooCommerce uses the following cookies for the cart:
– `woocommerce_cart_hash`
– `woocommerce_items_in_cart`

Make sure these cookies are set and updated correctly. If they’re missing or stale, the cart count won’t update.

#### Debug Cookies:
1. Open the browser's Developer Tools.
2. Go to the **Application** tab.
3. Check the cookies for your domain.
4. Confirm `woocommerce_cart_hash` and `woocommerce_items_in_cart` update as expected after removing an item.

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### **7. Test Without Cache**
Disable all caching mechanisms temporarily to confirm that caching is the issue. For WordPress:
– Disable WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache, or any other caching plugin.
– Clear browser cache and cookies.
– Test cart functionality.

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### **8. Use WooCommerce Hooks for Custom Updates**

If AJAX or default fragments don’t work as expected, use WooCommerce hooks to force cart updates on every page load.

#### Example:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
        ?>
        <script>
            jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
                $(document.body).trigger('wc_fragment_refresh');
            });
        </script>
        <?php
    }
});

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Let me know how these steps work out! If the issue persists, we can dive deeper.

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### **1. Using the WooCommerce `WC()` Helper Function**
The WooCommerce global helper `WC()` provides access to the cart object, which can be used to get the cart count.

#### Code Example:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    if (function_exists('WC')) {
        $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
        echo '<script>console.log("Cart Count: ' . $cart_count . '");</script>';
    }
});

– **`WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count()`**: Returns the total quantity of all items in the cart.

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### **2. Using the WooCommerce `woocommerce_cart` Hook**
This method is ideal if you want to calculate the cart count during a specific WooCommerce action.

#### Example:

add_action('woocommerce_cart_totals_after_order_total', function () {
    if (function_exists('WC')) {
        $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
        echo '<p>Total Items in Cart: ' . $cart_count . '</p>';
    }
});

—

### **3. Programmatically Access Cart Count in AJAX**
You may want to fetch the cart count dynamically, especially for non-logged-in users.

#### Example:
1. **Add an AJAX Handler in `functions.php`:**

add_action('wp_ajax_get_cart_count', 'get_cart_count');
   add_action('wp_ajax_nopriv_get_cart_count', 'get_cart_count');

   function get_cart_count() {
       if (function_exists('WC')) {
           $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
           wp_send_json_success(['count' => $cart_count]);
       } else {
           wp_send_json_error(['message' => 'WooCommerce is not available.']);
       }
   }

2. **Call the AJAX Handler via JavaScript:**

jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
       $.ajax({
           url: wc_cart_fragments_params.ajax_url, // WooCommerce AJAX URL
           type: 'POST',
           data: {
               action: 'get_cart_count'
           },
           success: function (response) {
               if (response.success) {
                   console.log('Cart Count:', response.data.count);
               }
           }
       });
   });

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### **4. Use WooCommerce Cart Object in Templates**
If you’re within a WooCommerce template (like `header.php`), you can directly access the cart count:

#### Example:

<?php
if (function_exists('WC')) {
    $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
    echo '<span class="cart-count">' . $cart_count . '</span>';
}
?>

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### **5. Refresh Cart Count Programmatically**
If you want to programmatically update the cart count after a specific action (e.g., removing an item):

#### Code Example:

add_action('woocommerce_remove_cart_item', function ($cart_item_key) {
    $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
    error_log('Updated Cart Count: ' . $cart_count); // For debugging
});

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### Common Use Case: Display Cart Count in Header
#### Add the Cart Count to Your Header:

add_action('wp_head', function () {
    if (function_exists('WC')) {
        $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
        ?>
        <script>
            document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function () {
                document.querySelector('.header-cart-count').textContent = '<?php echo $cart_count; ?>';
            });
        </script>
        <?php
    }
});

#### Add the HTML Markup in Your Header:

<div class="header-cart">
    <span class="header-cart-count">0</span> items in cart
</div>

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### Key Points
– **For Logged-In Users**: Cart data is readily available using `WC()->cart`.
– **For Non-Logged-In Users**: Ensure cart fragments are working or use AJAX for real-time updates.
– **Caching Issues**: For dynamic cart counts, bypass cache for pages using WooCommerce cookies.

Let me know if you need further clarification!

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### **1. Debug WooCommerce Cart Session**

WooCommerce relies on PHP sessions or cookies to track cart data for both logged-in and non-logged-in users. Ensure the session is properly started.

#### Add Debugging Code
Place this snippet in `functions.php` to check the cart state:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    if (function_exists('WC')) {
        $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
        echo '<script>console.log("Cart Count: ' . $cart_count . '");</script>';
    } else {
        echo '<script>console.error("WooCommerce is not available.");</script>';
    }
});

1. Open the browser's Developer Tools (press `F12`).
2. Check the **Console** tab to see the cart count output.

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### **2. Bypass Caching for WooCommerce Cart**
Caching plugins or server-side caching can prevent the cart data from updating dynamically for non-logged-in users. WooCommerce cart pages should bypass cache for proper cart functionality.

#### Code to Bypass Cache in `functions.php`:

add_action('init', function () {
    if (isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_cart_hash']) || isset($_COOKIE['woocommerce_items_in_cart'])) {
        if (!defined('DONOTCACHEPAGE')) {
            define('DONOTCACHEPAGE', true);
        }
    }
});

Additionally, configure your caching plugin (e.g., WP Super Cache, W3 Total Cache) to exclude:
– URLs containing `/cart/`, `/checkout/`
– AJAX requests: `*wc-ajax=cart*`, `*wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments*`

—

### **3. Ensure AJAX Fragments are Working**
WooCommerce uses AJAX to update cart fragments dynamically. Missing or broken AJAX requests can cause stale cart data.

#### Steps to Test AJAX:
1. Open the **Network** tab in your browser's Developer Tools.
2. Add or remove an item from the cart.
3. Look for the request to `wc-ajax=get_refreshed_fragments`.
– If missing: Ensure `wc-cart-fragments` is enqueued.
– If returning incorrect data: Check WooCommerce hooks or caching.

#### Re-Enqueue Cart Fragments:
Add this to `functions.php`:

add_action('wp_enqueue_scripts', function () {
    if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
        wp_enqueue_script('wc-cart-fragments', plugins_url('woocommerce/assets/js/frontend/cart-fragments.min.js'), ['jquery'], WC_VERSION, true);
    }
});

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### **4. Check Cookies for Non-Logged-In Users**
WooCommerce uses the following cookies for cart data:
– `woocommerce_cart_hash`
– `woocommerce_items_in_cart`

#### Debug Cookies:
1. Open your browser’s Developer Tools.
2. Go to the **Application** tab and check the cookies for your domain.
3. Verify that:
– `woocommerce_cart_hash` is set.
– `woocommerce_items_in_cart` is set when there are items in the cart.

If these cookies are not set, check for conflicts with other plugins or themes.

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### **5. Force Cart Update**
If the cart data is stale, force WooCommerce to refresh it manually.

#### Add to `functions.php`:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    if (!is_user_logged_in()) {
        ?>
        <script>
            jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
                $(document.body).trigger('wc_fragment_refresh');
            });
        </script>
        <?php
    }
});

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### **6. Check for Theme or Plugin Conflicts**
– Temporarily switch to a default WooCommerce-compatible theme like **Storefront**.
– Deactivate plugins (other than WooCommerce) to identify conflicts.

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### **7. Final Solution: Programmatic Cart Update**
If none of the above works, programmatically update the cart session:

#### Add to `functions.php`:

add_action('woocommerce_init', function () {
    if (WC()->cart && !WC()->cart->is_empty()) {
        WC()->cart->calculate_totals();
    }
});

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### **Summary of Key Checks**
1. **Caching**: Exclude WooCommerce pages and AJAX endpoints from caching.
2. **AJAX Fragments**: Ensure `wc-cart-fragments` is enqueued and working.
3. **Cookies**: Verify `woocommerce_cart_hash` and `woocommerce_items_in_cart`.
4. **Theme/Plugin Conflicts**: Temporarily disable other plugins and switch themes.
5. **Force Refresh**: Trigger cart updates programmatically if needed.

Let me know which step helps or if the issue persists!

Here’s how you can address this:

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### **1. Disable Lazy Loading for Specific Images**
WooCommerce or your theme may be adding the `loading="lazy"` attribute to cart-related images. To disable it for the cart count:

#### Example:
Override the `woocommerce_cart_item_thumbnail` filter in your theme’s `functions.php`:

add_filter('woocommerce_cart_item_thumbnail', function ($thumbnail, $cart_item, $cart_item_key) {
    // Remove lazy-loading attribute by regenerating the image tag
    if (preg_match('/<img .*?>/i', $thumbnail, $matches)) {
        $img_tag = $matches[0];
        $thumbnail = str_replace('loading="lazy"', '', $img_tag);
    }

    return $thumbnail;
}, 10, 3);

This ensures any lazy-loaded images in the cart are updated to load normally.

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### **2. Disable Lazy Loading for Specific Pages**
You can disable lazy loading entirely on cart-related pages, such as `/cart` and `/checkout`.

#### Add this to `functions.php`:

add_filter('wp_lazy_loading_enabled', function ($enabled, $context) {
    if (is_cart() || is_checkout()) {
        return false;
    }
    return $enabled;
}, 10, 2);

This disables lazy loading globally on the cart and checkout pages.

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### **3. Force Immediate Update for Cart Count**
If the cart count is lazy-loaded via JavaScript or AJAX, force an update without lazy loading:

#### JavaScript Fix:
Add this snippet to force an immediate cart count update:

jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
    $(document.body).on('wc_fragments_refreshed', function () {
        const cartCount = $('.cart-count'); // Replace with your cart count element selector
        if (cartCount.length > 0) {
            cartCount.removeAttr('loading');
        }
    });
});

This ensures the `loading="lazy"` attribute is removed during the WooCommerce cart fragment refresh process.

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### **4. Disable Lazy Loading Globally (if necessary)**
If you need to disable lazy loading entirely across the site, you can use the following snippet:

#### Add to `functions.php`:

add_filter('wp_lazy_loading_enabled', '__return_false');

⚠️ **Note**: This will disable lazy loading for all images, which may negatively impact performance.

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### **5. Debug WooCommerce Fragment Update**
If lazy loading interferes with cart updates via AJAX, make sure WooCommerce fragments are working correctly. Use this to log updates for debugging:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    ?>
    <script>
        jQuery(document).ready(function ($) {
            $(document.body).on('wc_fragments_refreshed', function () {
                console.log('Cart fragments refreshed!');
            });
        });
    </script>
    <?php
});

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By implementing these fixes, you should be able to remove lazy loading from cart updates and ensure the cart count updates dynamically without interference. Let me know if you encounter further issues!

Here’s how to calculate the cart count using SQL:

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### **1. Query for Non-Logged-In Users (WooCommerce Session Table)**

WooCommerce stores cart data in serialized form in the `wp_woocommerce_sessions` table. You can extract the cart count from the `session_value` column.

#### Example SQL Query:

SELECT 
    SUM(CAST(SUBSTRING_INDEX(SUBSTRING_INDEX(session_value, '"quantity";i:', -1), ';', 1) AS UNSIGNED)) AS cart_count
FROM 
    wp_woocommerce_sessions
WHERE 
    session_value LIKE '%"cart_contents"%';

**Explanation:**
– `wp_woocommerce_sessions`: Table where WooCommerce stores session data.
– `session_value`: Serialized data containing the cart information.
– The query extracts the `quantity` value for each cart item and calculates the sum.

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### **2. Query for Logged-In Users (Order Tables)**

If you want to calculate the cart count for logged-in users by analyzing active orders or abandoned carts, use the `wp_woocommerce_order_items` table.

#### Example SQL Query:

SELECT 
    COUNT(*) AS cart_count
FROM 
    wp_woocommerce_order_items oi
JOIN 
    wp_woocommerce_order_itemmeta oim
    ON oi.order_item_id = oim.order_item_id
WHERE 
    oim.meta_key = '_qty'
    AND CAST(oim.meta_value AS UNSIGNED) > 0;

**Explanation:**
– `wp_woocommerce_order_items`: Contains individual items in orders.
– `wp_woocommerce_order_itemmeta`: Metadata table for order items (e.g., quantity).
– Filters `meta_key = '_qty'` to get the quantity for each item.

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### **3. Considerations for Using SQL**
– **Non-Logged-In User Data**: Use the `wp_woocommerce_sessions` table. However, session data is serialized, and direct SQL may not be the best approach. It's better to use WooCommerce functions.
– **Logged-In User Data**: Use the `wp_woocommerce_order_items` and `wp_woocommerce_order_itemmeta` tables.

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### **Best Practice: Use WooCommerce Functions**
If possible, use WooCommerce’s built-in PHP functions to fetch the cart count instead of direct SQL queries. Here’s an example:

add_action('wp_footer', function () {
    $cart_count = WC()->cart->get_cart_contents_count();
    echo '<script>console.log("Cart Count: ' . $cart_count . '");</script>';
});

Let me know if you'd like a tailored SQL query or further assistance!

Here’s how you can do it:

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### **1. For Non-Logged-In Users (WooCommerce Session Table)**

The following query extracts the cart count directly from the `woocommerce_sessions` table, using the WordPress database prefix:

global $wpdb;

// Query to calculate cart count
$query = "
    SELECT 
        SUM(CAST(SUBSTRING_INDEX(SUBSTRING_INDEX(session_value, '"quantity";i:', -1), ';', 1) AS UNSIGNED)) AS cart_count
    FROM 
        {$wpdb->prefix}woocommerce_sessions
    WHERE 
        session_value LIKE '%"cart_contents"%';
";

// Execute the query
$cart_count = $wpdb->get_var($query);

echo "Cart Count: " . intval($cart_count);

**Explanation:**
– `$wpdb->prefix`: Dynamically fetches the WordPress database table prefix.
– `{$wpdb->prefix}woocommerce_sessions`: Resolves to the correct session table based on the prefix.
– `SUM(…)`: Extracts and adds the quantities of items in non-logged-in user carts.

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### **2. For Logged-In Users (WooCommerce Order Tables)**

If you want to count items in carts for logged-in users (via order data), use the WooCommerce order tables:

global $wpdb;

// Query to calculate cart item count
$query = "
    SELECT 
        COUNT(*) AS cart_count
    FROM 
        {$wpdb->prefix}woocommerce_order_items oi
    JOIN 
        {$wpdb->prefix}woocommerce_order_itemmeta oim
        ON oi.order_item_id = oim.order_item_id
    WHERE 
        oim.meta_key = '_qty'
        AND CAST(oim.meta_value AS UNSIGNED) > 0;
";

// Execute the query
$cart_count = $wpdb->get_var($query);

echo "Cart Count: " . intval($cart_count);

**Explanation:**
– `$wpdb->prefix` ensures compatibility with any WordPress setup.
– Queries the `_qty` metadata to count items associated with orders.

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### **3. General Notes on Using `$wpdb`**
1. Always sanitize and validate data if you are passing parameters to SQL queries to prevent SQL injection.
2. Use `$wpdb->get_var()` for single values like cart count.
3. Use `$wpdb->prepare()` for dynamic queries to securely bind parameters.

Example of using `$wpdb->prepare()`:

global $wpdb;

// Example dynamic query (if needed)
$session_key = 'example_session_key';
$query = $wpdb->prepare("
    SELECT 
        SUM(CAST(SUBSTRING_INDEX(SUBSTRING_INDEX(session_value, '"quantity";i:', -1), ';', 1) AS UNSIGNED)) AS cart_count
    FROM 
        {$wpdb->prefix}woocommerce_sessions
    WHERE 
        session_key = %s;
", $session_key);

$cart_count = $wpdb->get_var($query);

echo "Cart Count: " . intval($cart_count);

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### **4. Using the Correct Prefix**

– For WordPress multisite setups, `$wpdb->prefix` resolves to the correct prefix for the current site.
– Avoid hardcoding `wp_` as it may vary depending on the site's configuration.

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Let me know if you need further customization for the queries or assistance implementing this in your project!