---
title: How to Troubleshoot Wishlist with Cache Plugins
description: Make Wishlist for WooCommerce work with WP Rocket and other cache plugins by loading wishlist elements with JavaScript.
url: "https://wpfactory.com/docs/troubleshoot-wishlist-cache/"
updated: "2026-09-27"
category: How to
tags:
  - Wishlist for WooCommerce
---

# How to Troubleshoot Wishlist with Cache Plugins

To make [Wishlist for WooCommerce](https://wpfactory.com/item/wish-list-woocommerce/) work with cache plugins such as WP Rocket, WP Super Cache or W3 Total Cache, go to **WPFactory > Wishlist > General**, tick **Cache** (Ignore cache by loading the wish list elements via javascript), save, and clear your site cache. The wishlist buttons, counter and table then load live after the cached page.

## Why caching breaks a wishlist

Cache plugins store static copies of your pages to make them load faster. A wishlist is personal and changes with every click, so a cached copy can show the wrong button state, the wrong counter or someone else's empty list. The buttons also send a security token printed into the page; when a cache serves an old copy, that token can be out of date and the click is rejected.

## Steps to bypass the cache for the wishlist

1. Go to **WPFactory > Wishlist** (also reachable at **WooCommerce > Settings > Wishlist**).
2. On the **General** tab, find the **Cache** option.
3. Check **Ignore cache by loading the wish list elements via javascript**.
4. Save your changes.
5. Clear your site's cache (and any CDN or server cache).

![Cache option on the Wishlist General tab](https://wpfactory.com/wp-content/uploads/image16.png)

## What the Cache option changes

- After the page loads, the plugin asks the server for the visitor's current wishlist and marks each button as added or not.
- The wishlist counter refreshes the same way.
- The wishlist table on the wishlist page and the My Account tab is fetched after the page loads; a loading spinner shows briefly.

## Related settings

| Label | Tab | Option ID | Default | Free/Pro |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Cache | General | `alg_wc_wl_work_with_cache` | No | Free |
| Guest user data type | Advanced | `alg_wc_wl_guest_user_data_type` | Cookie | Free |
| Frontend Ajax URL | Advanced | `alg_wc_wl_admin_ajax_url` | Empty (uses the standard admin-ajax.php) | Free |
| Javascript update events | Advanced | `alg_wc_wl_updater_events_enable` | Off | Pro |

## Important note

After enabling the option, it is crucial to clear your site's cache. This ensures that the changes take effect immediately, allowing the wishlist to function correctly.

## Post-activation checks

- **Test wishlist functionality:** after clearing the cache, add items to the wishlist in a private window and confirm the wishlist updates in real time.
- **Monitor site performance:** loading these elements by JavaScript adds a small request per page, so keep an eye on load times.
- **Keep personal pages out of the cache:** most cache plugins let you exclude pages; the wishlist page and My Account are good candidates.

## If it still does not work

- **Guest wishlists empty themselves:** set **Advanced > Guest user data type** to **WooCommerce Session**; the settings recommend it when caching causes issues. See [guest wishlists and their expiration](https://wpfactory.com/docs/guest-wishlist-expiration/).
- **The list is always empty or items never save:** try one of the suggested addresses under **Advanced > Frontend Ajax URL**.
- **Buttons break after filters or infinite scroll:** enable **Javascript update events** (Pro). See [refresh the wishlist with JavaScript events](https://wpfactory.com/docs/wishlist-javascript-update-events/).
- **An object cache (Redis, Memcached) is active:** the Advanced tab notes that guest data stored as transients can be cleared early by an object cache.

## FAQ

### Is the Cache option free?

Yes, it is on the General tab of the free version.

### Should I enable it if I do not use a cache plugin?

No. The settings describe it as an option for sites that use a caching plugin.

### Does it slow the site down?

It adds a small background request on pages with wishlist elements. Pages themselves can stay fully cached.

## Related guides

- ["Add to Wishlist" button not working](https://wpfactory.com/docs/wishlist-button-issue/)
- [Configure guest wishlists and their expiration](https://wpfactory.com/docs/guest-wishlist-expiration/)
- [Wishlists not saving properly](https://wpfactory.com/docs/wishlist-save-issue/)

Need a hand? Our team answers every ticket on the [Wishlist for WooCommerce support forum](https://wpfactory.com/support/item/wish-list-woocommerce/).

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- [Customizing Wishlist Popup Icons in WooCommerce](https://wpfactory.com/docs/customize-popup-icons/)
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