Selecting a language when first visiting an OpenCart site

The module adds a neat language selection pop-up when first visiting the site. Users see a clear welcome message immediately and can switch languages with one click, eliminating the need to search for the desired option in the header. This solution is especially useful for stores where the same product is displayed to different regions and audiences.

Why do you need a module?

The module's main purpose is to quickly change the interface language at startup. The window appears only once per session, so it doesn't irritate with constant repetitions and doesn't interfere with catalog browsing.

Main functionality

• Show a modal window only when the user first logs in.
• output the title and description in the selected locale
• list of available languages with flags and names
• Submitting the selected language code via the standard OpenCart form
• Automatically hide the window after 10 seconds
• the ability to close the window manually using a button

The advantage of this solution is that it increases convenience, speeds up language switching, and helps customers quickly move on to selecting and purchasing a product.

Bottom line: the module easily integrates into the standard language block, doesn't disrupt theme logic, and makes language changes visible and clear from the first screen.