💱 How to Set Up the Currency Switcher
The Currency Switcher feature in the RealHomes theme allows visitors to view property prices in their preferred currency. This feature is powered by the RealHomes Currency Switcher plugin, available for free on the WordPress Plugin Repository.
Follow the steps below to install and configure it properly.
🔌 Step 1: Install & Activate the Plugin
- Navigate to Dashboard → Plugins → Add New
- In the search field, type RealHomes Currency Switcher
- Click Install and then Activate the plugin
⚙️ Step 2: Configure Currency Switcher Settings
After activation, head to Dashboard → Easy Real Estate → Currencies Settings
Here, you'll find the following configuration options:
- ✅ Enable/Disable Currency Switcher
- 🔐 Open Exchange App ID
- 🔄 Update Interval – Define how often exchange rates update
- 💲 Base Currency – Set your website's main currency
- 🌐 Allowed Currencies – Choose which currencies users can switch between
- ⏱️ Expiry Period – Define how long the selected currency remains active in the user's session
- 📥 Update Currencies Rates – Manually fetch latest exchange rates
📘 You can also view the complete list of supported currencies by Open Exchange Rates for reference.
🌍 Step 3: View the Currency Switcher on the Frontend
After configuring the settings, visit your website’s frontend.
You’ll see a floating Currency Switcher on the right-hand side, allowing users to select their preferred currency.
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