More Kenyans are shopping online every year, and starting your own online store has never been easier. Whether you sell products, services or digital goods, here is a simple roadmap to get you online and taking payments.
1. Decide what you will sell
Be clear about your products, who they are for, and what makes you different. A focused store is easier to market than one that tries to sell everything.
2. Get a domain and hosting
Your domain is your address online (like yourbusiness.co.ke). Reliable hosting keeps your store fast and available. See our shop for domains, hosting and website tools.
3. Build your store
You can use a website builder or a platform like WooCommerce. Keep it clean, mobile-friendly and easy to navigate. Good product photos and clear descriptions build trust.
4. Set up secure payments
Offer the payment methods your customers use — M-Pesa and cards. Use a secure checkout so buyers feel safe.
5. Get found and get customers
Use SEO, social media and word of mouth. Write helpful content, collect reviews, and make it easy for happy customers to refer others.
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