Todor Ruskov
27/11/2024
Very fast support and great extension.
Product Stock Notification Alert for OpenCart helps store owners recover lost sales by allowing customers to subscribe for notifications when out-of-stock products become available again.
When a product is unavailable, the default Add to Cart button is replaced with a Notify Me option. Customers can submit their email and receive automatic notifications once the product is restocked.
The extension supports product-level and option-level alerts, ensuring accurate notifications even for configurable products such as size, color, or other variations.
Built-in automation, analytics, and customer self-service tools make this a complete solution for managing demand and improving conversion rates in your OpenCart store.
Problem Statement
Customers often leave an OpenCart store when they see a product is out of stock. Without a notification system, these potential buyers may never return, resulting in lost sales and missed revenue opportunities.
Store owners also lack visibility into which products customers are actively waiting for, making it difficult to plan inventory effectively.
This extension solves the problem by allowing customers to subscribe for stock alerts and automatically notifying them when the product becomes available again, bringing interested buyers back to complete their purchase.
Who Is This Extension For?
This OpenCart extension is ideal for:
- Stores with frequently changing inventory
- Stores selling popular or fast-moving products
- Stores offering configurable products with options
- Stores selling seasonal or limited stock items
- Dropshipping businesses managing supplier stock availability
- Stores wanting to improve customer retention
- Stores wanting better demand forecasting insights
Key Benefits
- Recover lost sales from out-of-stock products
- Increase customer return rate
- Improve conversion rates
- Understand product demand trends
- Improve inventory planning decisions
- Automate customer notifications
- Enhance shopping experience
- Reduce customer frustration
- Build customer engagement automatically
- Identify high-demand products easily
Purpose of the Extension
The purpose of this OpenCart extension is to help store owners capture customer interest even when products are unavailable.
Instead of losing potential buyers, customers can subscribe for stock alerts and receive notifications when products are restocked.
The extension also provides valuable insights into customer demand, helping store owners make informed inventory decisions and improve product availability strategy.
By automating communication and providing demand analytics, this extension helps increase sales and improve customer satisfaction.
Complete Feature List
Customer Alert Features
- Notify Me button for out-of-stock products
- Supports product-level stock alerts
- Supports option-level alerts (size, color, variation etc.)
- Popup or embedded subscription form
- Duplicate alert prevention
- Multi-language support
- Customizable form fields (name, email, phone, comment)
- Captcha support option
- Customizable button text
- Auto-fill customer details for logged-in users
- Works with most standard OpenCart themes
Notification Features
- Automatic back-in-stock email notifications
- Subscription confirmation email
- Admin alert notification when customer subscribes
- Manual notification option
- Notify selected customers individually
- Cron-based automatic notifications
- Optional SMS notification support
- Secure cron authentication key
- Multi-language email templates
Email Template Features
- Advanced email template editor
- Reusable email layout system
- Dynamic placeholders for product data
- Multi-language template support
- Custom email branding
- Preview email before sending
- Template assignment per store language
Stock Validation Features
- Quantity-based stock validation
- Stock status based validation
- Manual product selection mode
- Option-level stock validation
- Flexible validation rules
- Highlight notified records
- Supports complex product configurations
Analytics and Reporting Features
- Demand analytics dashboard
- Top demanded products report
- Demand by category report
- Demand by brand report
- Pending vs notified alerts overview
- Customer demand insights
- Export alert records to CSV
- Track demand trends
- Customer purchase correlation insights
Admin Control Features
- Centralized alert management dashboard
- Search alerts by product, email, SKU or customer
- Bulk operations for alert records
- Reset alert status
- Delete records selectively
- Update product quantity from dashboard
- View customer statistics
- Track notification status
- View operational logs
- Maintenance tools for data cleanup
Automation Features
- Cron job for automatic notifications
- Cron job for demand reports
- Scheduled alert processing
- Automated customer communication
- Reduced manual work
- Improved operational efficiency
Compatibility Features
- Works with most OpenCart themes
- Journal theme compatibility support
- Multi-store support
- Multi-language support
- Template customization flexibility
How to Use
Install and configure the extension from your OpenCart admin panel.
Choose how you want stock alerts to work:
- based on product quantity
- based on stock status
- manual product selection
Customers will see the Notify Me button when the product becomes unavailable.
Customers subscribe by entering their email address.
When the product is restocked, customers receive an email notification automatically.
Admin can also send notifications manually or review demand insights from the dashboard.
Cron job can be configured to fully automate the process.
Customers can manage their alerts using the premium self-service page.
Use Cases
- Stores with high-demand products that frequently go out of stock
- Stores selling clothing or configurable products with size or color variations
- Stores managing limited inventory
- Dropshipping stores handling supplier stock changes
- Stores wanting to measure customer interest before restocking
- Stores launching new products and collecting early demand
- Stores wanting automated customer notifications
- Stores wanting better demand insights
Expected Results
- Increased sales from returning customers
- Improved customer engagement
- Better inventory planning decisions
- Reduced lost sales opportunities
- Improved customer satisfaction
- Better understanding of product demand
- Increased repeat visitors
- More efficient store management
- Automated customer communication
- Improved conversion rates
Requirements
- OpenCart store
- Email functionality enabled on server
- Cron job access recommended for automation
- SMS gateway API required for SMS notifications (optional)
| OPENCART | |
| Compatibility | 4.1.0.4, 4.1.0.3, 4.1.0.2, 4.1.0.1, 4.1.0.0, 4.0.2.3, 4.0.2.2, 4.0.2.1, 4.0.1.1, 4.0.1.0, 4.0.0.0, 3.0.5.1, 3.0.5.0, 3.0.4.1, 3.0.4.0, 3.0.3.9, 3.0.3.8, 3.0.3.7, 3.0.3.6, 3.0.3.5, 3.0.3.3, 3.0.3.2, 3.0.3.1, 3.0.3.0, 3.0.2.0, 3.0.1.2, 3.0.1.1, 3.0.1.0, 3.0.0.0, 2.3.0.2, 2.3.0.1, 2.3.0.0, 2.2.0.0, 2.1.0.2, 2.1.0.1, 2.0.3.1, 2.0.2.0, 2.0.1.1, 2.0.1.0, 2.0.0.0 |
| Requirement | OCMOD for opencart 2.x.x.x and 3.x.x.x, VQMOD for OpenCart 4.x.x.x |
| Core Files Overwrite | No Core files overwritten |
| Multi-store | Yes |
| Multi-lingual | Yes |
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| Template Support | Free support is applicable only for one template. |
| TECHNOLOGIES | |
| Framework | OpenCart |
| VERSION : 3.11.0 | DATE RELEASED: 22 Apr 2026 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.7 | DATE RELEASED: 04 Feb 2024 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.6 | DATE RELEASED: 20 Jan 2024 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.5 | DATE RELEASED: 26 Apr 2023 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.4 | DATE RELEASED: 15 Mar 2022 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.2 | DATE RELEASED: 03 Jan 2022 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.1 | DATE RELEASED: 08 Dec 2021 |
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| VERSION : 10.0.0 | DATE RELEASED: 03 Nov 2021 |
Extension redesigned & more features added
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| VERSION : 9.0.5 | DATE RELEASED: 13 Aug 2019 |
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| VERSION : 9.0.4 | DATE RELEASED: 04 Jun 2019 |
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| VERSION : 9.0.2 | DATE RELEASED: 25 Mar 2019 |
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| VERSION : 9.0.0 | DATE RELEASED: 12 Jan 2019 |
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| VERSION : 8.0 | DATE RELEASED: 15 Jun 2017 |
This update is only for OpenCart Versions 2.0.x.x, 2.1.x.x, 2.2.0.0, 2.3.x.x
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| VERSION : 7.8.1 | DATE RELEASED: 03 Feb 2017 |
Update extension from 7.8 to 7.8.1 Only overwrite the admin and catalog folder files. Do not replace XML files. | |
| VERSION : 7.7 | DATE RELEASED: 17 Aug 2016 |
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| VERSION : 7.6 | DATE RELEASED: 05 Jan 2016 |
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| VERSION : 7.5 | DATE RELEASED: 26 Dec 2015 |
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| VERSION : 7.0 | DATE RELEASED: 24 Oct 2015 |
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Customer feedback
Reviews (30)
5 / 5
30 reviews
iMiral
16/10/2021
Excellect extension, works as expected. I have been using it for years. Hope to use many more.
Hadi Jouma
10/05/2021
Highly recommended. Great support.
Hadi Jouma
10/05/2021
Great extensions and best support. Very reasonable in pricing. Highly recommended.
Ivan Arnaudov
07/12/2019
This is the second time I buy a module from HuntBee and the first time I needed help from the author (Priyo) to adapt the operation to my OpenCart theme (Fastor over OC 2102). His response was quick and courteous, he spent a substantial amount of time to make the necessary changes exactly as I wanted them to be.
This is why I am happy to give 5 stars both for plugin functionality and for product support. I am very happy with my newest purchase!
Ivan Arnaudov - Webstage
This is why I am happy to give 5 stars both for plugin functionality and for product support. I am very happy with my newest purchase!
Ivan Arnaudov - Webstage
janderson
12/08/2015
This extension is awesome. I was having some trouble getting it to work but the dev fixed it quickly. He did a little custom work on the notify and add to cart buttons too. He also a really nice guy and was very pleasant. I would recommend this to anyone who needs an extension with this functionality. You wont be disappointed.
Bob
12/08/2015
This extension is really nice. I didn't fully understand the scope of what this extension was capable of but it was a pleasant surprise to see all the options that are available in the Admin panel.
Also, I was having some trouble with getting the extension to work(no fault of the extension but rather my theme) and the dev fixed it quickly and even did a little custom work for my notify buttons. Super nice guy too.
I would recommend this extension to anyone looking for something like this. Great support and awesome extension.
Thanks again!
Also, I was having some trouble with getting the extension to work(no fault of the extension but rather my theme) and the dev fixed it quickly and even did a little custom work for my notify buttons. Super nice guy too.
I would recommend this extension to anyone looking for something like this. Great support and awesome extension.
Thanks again!
thuyvd78
05/06/2015
Thank you for excellent support!
an extension must have, everyone!
Thuy
an extension must have, everyone!
Thuy
javing81
24/05/2015
once again we recommend this extension and especially the great support of 5 stars!
It has always helped us a lot!
Thanks!
It has always helped us a lot!
Thanks!
naresh_juttuga
10/05/2015
Great extension but better service help and fives stars support!
Strongly recommended!
Strongly recommended!
javing81
04/05/2015
Great extension but better service help and fives stars support!
Strongly recommended!
Strongly recommended!
bluemels
30/04/2015
EXCELLENT SUPPORT !! Thumbs UP !!!!
Yannis Kappa
25/04/2015
Excellent module and support. Highly recommended!
yancp
24/04/2015
Excellent module and support. Highly recommended!
naresh_juttuga
06/04/2015
Very Great and Excellent Support..........................
Modules working very perfectly......................
Modules working very perfectly......................
estesasi
04/04/2015
great extension and support
thank you
Order ID: 594755
thank you
Order ID: 594755
molizh
29/03/2015
Awesome support!
5-star rating for this nice extension!
5-star rating for this nice extension!
Michael Diplaros
27/03/2015
The best support, very quick and friendly, solving problems in a very short time. really pleased!!
Mohammed Alsalman
27/03/2015
One of the best extensions I ever purchased :)
Works out of the box. Plus fast, great, and professional support.
Continue your high quality products and support.
Works out of the box. Plus fast, great, and professional support.
Continue your high quality products and support.
H H Mok
27/03/2015
excellent support, well done. (healthrebuilder)
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Frequency Asked Questions (FAQs)
How does the Product Stock Notification Alert extension enhance customer engagement in OpenCart?
The Product Stock Notification Alert extension significantly enhances customer engagement by automatically notifying shoppers when an out-of-stock item becomes available again. This keeps your customers connected and increases the likelihood of return visits to your store.
What are the benefits of using the Product Stock Notification Alert for my online store?
Using the Product Stock Notification Alert offers multiple benefits: it ensures customers are promptly informed about restocks, helps in capturing lost sales, and provides insights into product demand which can guide inventory decisions.
Can the Product Stock Notification Alert extension support multiple languages and stores?
Yes, the Product Stock Notification Alert extension is designed with multi-store and multi-language compatibility, allowing you to effectively manage notifications across different stores and cater to a diverse customer base.
How can I track customer interest in specific products with the Product Stock Notification Alert?
The Product Stock Notification Alert provides advanced analytics and reports, including demand by brand or category and a list of the top 10 most demanded out-of-stock products, helping you track customer interest and manage stock more efficiently.
Does the Product Stock Notification Alert extension offer options for customizing the subscription form?
Yes, the Product Stock Notification Alert extension allows customization of the subscription form. You can enable or disable fields, choose between popup or embedded form modes, and select different popup animation effects.
What kind of notifications does the Product Stock Notification Alert send to subscribed customers?
The Product Stock Notification Alert sends automatic and manual email notifications to customers when an item is back in stock. It also supports SMS notifications and customizable HTML email templates for a personalized touch.
How does the Product Stock Notification Alert help in managing customer subscriptions?
This extension offers a robust customer subscription system, allowing customers to sign up for alerts on out-of-stock items. It also includes features for subscription confirmation and admin alerts when new subscriptions are made.
Is it possible to automate and schedule reports with the Product Stock Notification Alert?
Yes, the Product Stock Notification Alert supports automated admin reports via Cron Jobs, which can be scheduled daily or weekly to keep you updated on stock demand and customer alert activities.
Can I use the Product Stock Notification Alert to send alerts based on specific stock quantities?
Absolutely, the Product Stock Notification Alert allows for dual-mode stock validation. You can set alerts to trigger based on specific stock quantities or simply use the out-of-stock status, with options for manual overrides.
How can I ensure customer data is prefilled in the Product Stock Notification Alert subscription form?
The extension automatically prefills the subscription form for logged-in customers with their name, email, and phone, enhancing the user experience and increasing the likelihood of subscription.
What kind of reports can I generate with the Product Stock Notification Alert?
With the Product Stock Notification Alert, you can generate detailed reports including pie charts of total notified versus awaiting notifications, and bar charts analyzing demand by brand or category.
How does the Product Stock Notification Alert help in managing out-of-stock situations?
The Product Stock Notification Alert helps manage out-of-stock situations by enabling store owners to quickly update stock statuses, notify interested customers, and keep track of demand, thus optimizing stock levels and reducing missed opportunities.
Can I delete subscription records in bulk with the Product Stock Notification Alert?
Yes, the Product Stock Notification Alert includes admin tools for bulk actions, allowing you to delete all records, only notified records, or those awaiting notification, helping you manage data efficiently.
Does the Product Stock Notification Alert integrate with Google Analytics for tracking?
Yes, the Product Stock Notification Alert integrates with Google Analytics for campaign tracking. This feature enables you to monitor customer engagement and effectiveness of the notification campaigns.
What support is available for the Product Stock Notification Alert in case of template conflicts?
The Product Stock Notification Alert comes with free support to resolve any template conflicts, ensuring smooth integration and functionality across various custom and standard OpenCart templates.
