The Currency setting in Tripcart allows tour operators to define the primary currency for their tours, ensuring consistent pricing across the platform. Setting the correct currency is essential for accurate pricing, customer transactions, and payment processing. To configure the currency settings, navigate to Dashboard > Tour Settings > Currency > General:
- Payment Currency: Select a currency from the list to set as the default for transactions.
- Display Format: Customize the format of the amount by adjusting the placement of the currency symbol and code.
- Decimal Separator: Define the symbol used to separate decimal values in the amount.
- Thousand Separator: Specify the symbol to separate thousands in the amount.
Currency Switcher #
This setting allows you to add multiple currencies, enabling users to view prices in their preferred currency. The currency switcher will be displayed on the tours archive pages and the front page.
- Display Currency Switcher: Enable this option to show a currency switcher on the tours archive pages and the front page.
- Sticky Switcher: When enabled, a floating currency converter will appear on the right midsection of the site, allowing users to convert trip prices easily.
- Choose Provider: Select a currency conversion provider from the dropdown list.
- API Key: Enter the API key for the selected provider. Instructions on how to obtain the API key for the respective provider can be found there.
- Decimal: Set the number of decimal places to display.
- Decimal Rounding: Enable this toggle to round decimal values.
- Geo Locate: When enabled, this feature detects the user’s location and automatically displays prices in their local currency.
- Auto Update Rates: Enable this option to update exchange rates automatically.
Manage Currencies
Add supported currencies using the repeater field. Simply add a row, select a currency type, and the system will fetch the latest exchange rate automatically. You can also remove, sort, or refresh currency rates using the action options in each row.
