# GoWishCart shortcodes: every way to place the wishlist and button

> How to use the [gowishcart_wishlist] and [gowishcart_wishlist_button] shortcodes to put a wishlist page and add-to-wishlist button anywhere in your FluentCart store.

- URL: https://gowishcart.com/blog/gowishcart-shortcodes/
- Published: 2026-07-08
- Category: Guides
- Author: GoWishCart Team (GoWishCart)

## Quick answer

GoWishCart has two shortcodes. [gowishcart_wishlist] shows the shopper's wishlist on any page, and [gowishcart_wishlist_button] places an add-to-wishlist button anywhere, such as landing pages, custom product layouts or page builder templates.

GoWishCart places the wishlist button on your product pages automatically. But sometimes you want more control: a wishlist inside your account page, a button on a landing page, or a custom product layout built in a page builder. That's what the two shortcodes are for.

## The two shortcodes

| Shortcode | What it shows |
| --- | --- |
| `[gowishcart_wishlist]` | The current shopper's wishlist, with saved variations, prices and add-to-cart |
| `[gowishcart_wishlist_button]` | An add-to-wishlist button |

## `[gowishcart_wishlist]`: the wishlist page

When you activate GoWishCart, it creates a wishlist page for you. You only need this shortcode if you want the wishlist somewhere else.

**Common uses:**

- **Your own wishlist page** with extra content above or below, such as a heading, a note about price alerts, or product recommendations.
- **A "My account" area.** Put the wishlist next to orders and profile details.
- **A page built with a page builder** like Elementor or Bricks, so the wishlist matches the rest of your design.

**How to add it in the block editor:**

1. Edit the page.
2. Add a **Shortcode** block.
3. Paste `[gowishcart_wishlist]`.
4. Save the page, then select it as your wishlist page in **Settings → GoWishCart** so buttons and emails link to the right place.

That last step matters. If you build a new wishlist page but the settings still point at the old one, shoppers will be sent to the wrong page.

## `[gowishcart_wishlist_button]`: the button anywhere

The automatic button covers product pages, and the **Show Button on Shop Page** setting covers your catalog. Use the shortcode for everything else:

- **Custom product templates** built in a page builder, where the automatic position doesn't fit your layout.
- **Landing pages** for a single product or campaign.
- **Product sections in blog posts**, so readers can save what they're reading about.

Add it the same way: a **Shortcode** block (or your builder's shortcode widget) with `[gowishcart_wishlist_button]` inside.

## Tips

- **Don't show two buttons.** If you add the button by shortcode on a product page, turn off the automatic button for that position so shoppers don't see it twice.
- **Clear your cache.** After adding a shortcode or changing settings, clear any page cache so visitors see the change.
- **Test as a guest.** Use a private window to check the button and wishlist work for shoppers who aren't logged in.

## Related guides

- [How to add a wishlist to your FluentCart store](https://gowishcart.com/blog/add-wishlist-to-fluentcart/)
- [Add a wishlist link to your header and menu](https://gowishcart.com/blog/wishlist-icon-header-menu/)
- [The complete guide to wishlists on FluentCart](https://gowishcart.com/blog/fluentcart-wishlist-guide/)
- [Shortcode reference in the docs](https://gowishcart.com/docs/#shortcodes)

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the GoWishCart wishlist shortcode?

Use [gowishcart_wishlist] to show the wishlist on any page, and [gowishcart_wishlist_button] to show an add-to-wishlist button.

### Do I need the shortcode if GoWishCart created a wishlist page?

No. The page GoWishCart creates already shows the wishlist. Use the shortcode only if you want the wishlist on a different page or inside your own layout.

### Can I use the shortcodes in Elementor, Bricks or the block editor?

Yes. Add a Shortcode block or widget and paste the shortcode into it. Any builder that renders WordPress shortcodes will work.