How to Autocomplete WooCommerce Orders Automatically (2025 Guide)

Managing a WooCommerce store can be time-consuming, especially when it comes to processing and completing orders. One of the easiest ways to streamline fulfillment is by enabling Autocomplete for WooCommerce orders.

In this 2025 guide, we’ll show you how to automatically mark orders as “completed” using different approaches—whether you want to target all paid orders, specific payment methods like Stripe or PayPal, or only virtual and downloadable products. We’ll also walk you through a powerful plugin that gives you full control without touching code 👉 Advanced Autocomplete Orders for WooCommerce

Why Use Autocomplete for WooCommerce Orders?

Automatically completing orders has several benefits:

✅ Save time by eliminating manual admin work
✅ Improve customer experience with instant confirmation
✅ Reduce order status errors like stuck “processing” orders
✅ Deliver digital products instantly
✅ Simplify workflows for specific payment methods

Method 1: Autocomplete All Paid WooCommerce Orders

If you want to automatically mark every order as “completed” once payment is confirmed—regardless of the product type—use this simple snippet:

<?php

/**
 * Autocomplete Paid WooCommerce Orders
 * Author: OrcaWP
 * Works with: WooCommerce 9+
 */
add_filter( 'woocommerce_payment_complete_order_status', 'orcawp_autocomplete_all_paid_orders', 9999 );

function orcawp_autocomplete_all_paid_orders() {
   return 'completed';
}

✅ This works across all payment gateways, including Stripe, PayPal, and more.

Method 2: Autocomplete Based on Payment Gateway

Want more control? You can autocomplete WooCommerce orders only when a specific payment method is used. Here’s how:

<?php

add_action('woocommerce_thankyou', 'orcawp_autocomplete_by_gateway');

function orcawp_autocomplete_by_gateway($order_id) {
    if (!$order_id) return;

    $order = wc_get_order($order_id);

    // Payment methods to autocomplete
    $methods_to_complete = array('stripe', 'ppcp-gateway', 'bacs', 'cod', 'cheque');

    if (in_array($order->get_payment_method(), $methods_to_complete)) {
        if ($order->get_status() === 'processing' || $order->get_status() === 'on-hold') {
            $order->update_status('completed');
        }
    }
}

This is a great option if you want to automatically complete WooCommerce orders only for trusted payment methods.

Method 3: Autocomplete When Specific Status Changes

If you want to automatically complete orders based on status changes, this snippet helps detect when an order enters a state like processing or on-hold, then completes it:

<?php

add_action('woocommerce_order_status_changed', 'orcawp_status_trigger_autocomplete', 10, 4);

function orcawp_status_trigger_autocomplete($order_id, $old_status, $new_status, $order) {
    $trigger_statuses = array('on-hold', 'processing');

    if (in_array($new_status, $trigger_statuses)) {
        // Optional: Add your own conditions here
        $order->update_status('completed');
    }
}

You can combine this with logic that checks for product type or category if needed.

Prefer a Plugin? OrcaWP Has You Covered

If you’d rather not mess with code—or you need more power and flexibility—check out our plugin 👉 Advanced Autocomplete Orders for WooCommerce

Why Choose Advanced Autocomplete Orders for WooCommerce?

Built for performance, simplicity, and flexibility, this plugin is the ultimate solution for store owners who want more than just a basic snippet. Whether you’re running a digital store, handling bulk wholesale orders, or managing a busy B2B operation, this plugin gives you full control over how and when your orders are marked as complete.

Key Features:

✅ Seamless Order Automation: Set up custom rules to mark orders as “completed” based on product type, payment status, specific order statuses, or gateways.

✅ Customizable Rule Settings: Only want to autocomplete Stripe orders with virtual products? No problem. You define the logic—down to the product or category level.

✅ One-Click Historical Completion: Update legacy orders in bulk with a single AJAX-powered click. It’s fast, clean, and accurate.

✅ Error-Free Order Handling: Avoid human error. Eliminate manual updates. Keep your orders consistent.

✅ Modern, User-Friendly UI: No code required. Configure everything from a sleek, intuitive settings panel inside WooCommerce.

✅ Built for WooCommerce Compatibility: Fully supports WooCommerce HPOS and works with major gateways out of the box (Stripe, PayPal, BACS, COD, and more).

Who Is This Plugin For?

eCommerce Store Owners: Automate repetitive order admin and reduce support overhead.
Digital Sellers & Course Creators: Deliver products instantly and skip unnecessary delays.
B2B / Wholesale Stores: Keep your order pipeline flowing smoothly with minimal touchpoints.
Agencies & Developers: Install and configure once—no custom code to maintain.

Final Thoughts

Automatically completing orders can transform your store’s efficiency and enhance your customer experience. Whether you prefer using code or want a plug-and-play solution, setting up Autocomplete for WooCommerce orders in 2025 is a no-brainer.

You can implement:

Basic autocomplete for all paid orders
Gateway-specific completion rules
Status-based triggers
Full-featured logic with a plugin

👉 Get started with our plugin today and take full control over your order automation: Advanced Autocomplete Orders for WooCommerce

Need help or have questions? Reach out—we’re always happy to assist.

How to Autocomplete WooCommerce Orders Automatically (2025 Guide)