A sold counter is an excellent feature for OpenCart stores to boost trust, create urgency, and drive more sales. By showing real-time or cumulative sales data, you provide social proof that encourages customers to purchase your products.
This guide outlines the benefits of using a sold counter on OpenCart, steps to implement it, and best practices to optimize its performance.
Key Benefits of Adding a Sold Counter to OpenCart
1. Builds Social Proof
Show visitors that others are buying your products, increasing trust and confidence in your store.
2. Creates Urgency
Leverage FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) by highlighting product demand through real-time sales counters.
3. Highlights Popular Products
Draw attention to best-selling or trending items, increasing their appeal to shoppers.
4. Enhances Credibility
A visible sales counter reassures visitors that your store is active and trusted by other customers.
5. Boosts Conversion Rates
Combining trust and urgency motivates hesitant customers to complete their purchases.
6. Customizable for Promotions
Adapt sales counters for seasonal campaigns, product launches, or limited-time discounts.
Add Sold Counter to OpenCart
First, Install the WiserNotify App On OpenCart
- Go to the OpenCart Extension Store.
- To find the WiserNotify App in OpenCart click here.
Download and Install the Wisernotify Extension
- Purchase or download the extension based on your plan.
- Go to
Extensions > Installer
in your admin panel. - Upload the Wisernotify extension file and install it.
Integrate Wisernotify with OpenCart
- Go to
Extensions > Modules
and find Wisernotify in the list. - Configure the module by connecting it to your Wisernotify account.
Create a Sold Counter Notification
- In your Wisernotify dashboard, go to Create Notification and select Sold Counter.
Next, click on inline social proof – Explore

Two places where you can show the inline real sold counter in store
- Product detail page
- Collection page.

Next lets create it for product detail page.

1. Copy the Installation code
- Once the code is generated, click Copy Code for later use.
2. Add the Code to the Product Detail Page
- Edit the product detail page template in your theme editor
- Paste the code into the desired section (e.g., below product descriptions or near the CTA) & Save Changes
3. Create the notification- live, recent sales & sold counter by entering the website.

- Choose the Sales Counter notification & click on customize to change the color, design & text.

- Modify the notification to include relevant text like “100 Sold Today!” or “5 Purchases in the Last Hour.”
- Adjust colors, fonts, and styles to align with your website theme.
- Use the preview option to see how the sales count notification will appear.
- Use the display section to hide or show the sold counter on specific pages, by default it is set to appear on all product pages.
- Publish it.
Similar way, you can create the sold counter for collection page as well.
Real example: Sold counter at Product detail page

Real example: Sold counter at Collection page

Here, is detail video about how wisernotify works.
Best Practices for Using a Sold Counter on OpenCart
1. Use Real Sales Data
Ensure the sales figures displayed are accurate and credible to maintain customer trust.
2. Place Counters Strategically
Position the counter on high-visibility pages, such as product detail pages, the homepage, or the cart page.
3. Focus on Popular Products
Highlight best-selling or trending items to draw attention and create urgency around them.
4. Keep the Design Clean
Ensure the counter integrates seamlessly with your store’s theme without overwhelming the page.
5. Leverage Engaging Messaging
Use time-sensitive messages like “10 items sold in the last hour!” to encourage quicker decisions.
6. Combine with Other Features
Pair sold counters with countdown timers, promotional banners, or flash sales for greater urgency.
7. Optimize for Mobile Devices
Make sure the counter is responsive and looks great on all devices, especially mobile.
8. Monitor Performance Metrics
Track impressions, clicks, and conversions to evaluate the counter’s effectiveness. Adjust placement and messaging as needed.
9. Avoid Overuse
Use counters sparingly to avoid cluttering your store. Focus on key products or campaigns.
Conclusion
Adding a sold counter to your OpenCart store is a powerful way to enhance trust, create urgency, and boost sales. With the Wisernotify extension, you can seamlessly integrate customizable sales counters into your store and strategically position them for maximum impact.
By following the steps and best practices in this guide, you can leverage the power of a sold counter to create a compelling shopping experience that drives conversions.