How can I prevent products from appearing as sold out until the purchase is complete on my Webflow site?

To prevent products from appearing as sold out until the purchase is complete on your Webflow site, you can implement a conditional check during the purchase process.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to achieve this:

1. In your Webflow Designer, navigate to your product template page or the collection list containing your products.
2. Identify the element or section that displays the product's availability status (e.g., "Sold Out" text or an indicator).
3. Select the element, and in the right-hand sidebar, click on the settings cogwheel icon to access the element's settings.
4. Under the "Element Settings" tab, look for the "Display" section and click on the "+" icon to add a new conditional visibility rule.
5. In the conditional statement, choose the field that represents the product's availability (e.g., a boolean field named "Availability" with options "In Stock" and "Sold Out").
6. Set the conditional statement to show the element only when the "Availability" field equals "In Stock."
7. Save and publish your changes.

Now, the product will only be displayed as sold out if the purchase is complete and the product's availability field is set to "Sold Out." Until then, the product will not be marked as sold out.

To ensure this functionality is triggered correctly, you will need to configure the backend of your e-commerce or payment integration as well. This typically involves setting up webhooks or configuring the transaction status to update the availability status accordingly.

Remember, the exact process may vary depending on your specific setup and chosen e-commerce solution, so consult the relevant documentation or support resources if needed.