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New Release: Export Shipping and Order Information v1.2.4 for Zen Cart

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For those who follow my Zen Cart add on modules I just released a new version of the popular Export Shipping and Order Information add on. The new version is 1.2.4 and contains a bugfix as well as a new feature.

Specific updates included with this release are:

Bugfix: Corrected issues with export button not showing up on some users installs. (if you made any manual fixes to this yourself based on the forum feedback suggestions you’ll want to upgrade to this new version as the changes suggested by others in the forum were not accurate.)

New Feature: Added the ability to export the ISO country code (both 2 character and 3 character) per request.

You can get the contribution from either of these locations:

My downloads page

Zen Cart download page

New Release: Yahoo Search Marketing Conversion Tracking for Zen Cart

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For all those who have requested and been waiting for a Yahoo Tracking solution for Zen Cart, your wait is over.

I’m pleased to announce Version 1.0.0 of Yahoo Search Marketing Conversion Tracking (for Zen Cart) has just been released.

This long awaited contribution now gives Zen Cart users the ability to easily track conversion of their Yahoo Search Marketing (YSM) ppc campaigns.

Combine it with my Simple Google Analytics contribution for even more powerful tracking that will provide you with the needed data to run more effective paid search campaigns.

How to Download Version 1.0.0
You can download this new version by clicking here. You will be taken to my downloads page where you can select the new release.

Complete instructions are enclosed in the download to assist you with installation and setup.

Enjoy!

[New Release] Export Shipping and Order Information v1.2.3

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I’m happy to announce that I’ve finally completed the new version 1.2.3 of the Shipping and Order Export module for Zen Cart.

It’s been almost a year since the last release and a number of items have been added to this release which have been requested by many.

Features added in version 1.2.3:

  • Added option to export the following new fields: Order Tax Amt, Order Subtotal, Order Discounts, Payment Method, Order Status.
  • Added option to split first and last name into 2 separate columns during export.
  • Added ability to re-export data that had previously been exported.
  • Added date range select ability so reports could be run based on a selected date range.
  • Added ability to export based on order status. You can export orders with any status or select an order status.

Misc. changes and Bug fixes in version 1.2.3:

  • Bug fix. Corrected comments bug that caused the comment field to split across multiple columns when apostrophe was present.
  • Changed File layout option to radio field from check boxes.

How to download version 1.2.3:

You can download version 1.2.3 by clicking here.

Upgrading from version 1.1.1 or higher:
If upgrading from another version 1.1.1 or higher then all you need to do is copy all the included files over to your site as is and overwrite the current files. There are no database upgrades for this version if upgrading.

If you have made any customizations to your current version then you will want to merge those changes with this one and backup your files.

Enjoy!

NEW RELEASE: Simple Google Analytics Version 1.2.2

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Version 1.2.2 of Simple Google Analytics (for Zen Cart) now gives you the option to use either the new “ga.js” tracking code (released by Google in December 2007) or the older “urchin.js” tracking code.

The selection is as easy as choosing a radio button in the admin.

This release addresses certain reports widely spread across the Internet by many adopters of the new “ga.js” tracking code Google issued. In those reports users say (and I have confirmed) that results which are provided in reporting (specifically with the ecommerce tracking) are incorrect. In some cases, the revenue figures show as “0” (zero).

I also noticed that the conversion rate was dramatically off under the new ga.js tracking code.

It’s a confirmed Google problem (on their end)

Google has confirmed on numerous boards that the problem is on their end and they are working on correcting it. They hope to have it corrected by early April 2008, but until then, recommend users switch back to the older urchin.js tracking code for more accurate reporting.

This module addresses that recommendation.

It allows you to easily (from within the Zen Cart Admin) switch between the new ga.js tracking code (the default) and the older urchin.js tracking code (to be phased out by end of year 2008 according to Google.)

I installed this new version on my sites (for testing), and now see the proper reporting figures again (*sigh*).

Features of Version 1.2.2

  • Adds standard Google Tracking to website
  • Automatically Adds E-Commerce tracking to website
  • Adds the ability for you to install Google Conversion Tracking
  • Enables you to use either the new “ga.js” code released by Google in December 2007 or the older “urchin.js” tracking code
  • Fully administered through the Zen Cart admin with a simple radio button selection.

How to Download Version 1.2.2
You can download this new version by clicking here. You will be taken to my downloads page where you can select the new 1.2.2 version.

Complete instructions are enclosed in the download to assist you in either upgrading (from previous versions) or “new installations”. Please make sure you read the instructions carefully for upgrading etc… It is easy and straight forward, but you should be aware of a few file changes.

A screenshot this contribution is below for reference:

Simple Google Analytics for Zen Cart version 1.2.2

NEW RELEASE: Simple Google Analytics v1.2.0 – New “ga.js” code compatible

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Version 1.2.0 of Simple Google Analytics (for Zen Cart) now uses the updated “ga.js” tracking code released by Google in December 2007.

The older urchin.js tracking code will be phased out, and no longer will be supported after the end of the year by Google.

The newer ga.js tracking code provides increased reporting capability and is considered “lighter weight” from a code perspective.

Features of Version 1.2.0

  • Adds standard Google Tracking to website
  • Automatically Adds E-Commerce tracking to website
  • Adds the ability for you to install Google Conversion Tracking
  • Uses the new “ga.js” code released by Google in December 2007

How to Download Version 1.2.0
You can download this new version by clicking here. You will be taken to my downloads page where you can select the new 1.2.0 version.

Complete instructions are enclosed in the download to assist you in either upgrading (from previous versions) or “new installations”. Please make sure you read the instructions carefully for upgrading etc… It is easy and straight forward, but you should be aware of a few file changes.

A screenshot of new version 1.2.0 is below for reference:

Simple Google Analytics for Zen Cart version 1.2.0

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