If you’re thinking about starting your own e-commerce business, this video is for you. Today, I’m going to share 5 websites that are perfect for launching your online store.
Before this, I’ve created several videos on various e-commerce topics, such as:
- Where to build your e-commerce website
- Best wholesaling websites for e-commerce
- Where to find trending products
- Which payment gateway is best, etc.
1. Shopify
The first platform I recommend is Shopify, widely considered one of the best options for e-commerce. You could even call it an “all-in-one” solution because it offers hosting, website design, payment processing, and security all under one roof.
- Easy to Use: You can create your online store without any coding, using its drag-and-drop builder.
- Built-In Apps: Shopify has apps for marketing, shipping, and dropshipping, making these processes much simpler.
- Pricing: Plans start at ₹1499 per month (approximately). I’ll include the link in the description.
2. Amazon / Flipkart
Both Amazon and Flipkart are open marketplaces where anyone can list products for sale.
- Ready Traffic: Unlike having your own website—where you’d need to invest heavily in marketing to drive traffic—Amazon and Flipkart already have an established customer base.
- Documents Needed:
- GST (Goods and Services Tax)
- FSSAI Registration if you plan to sell food items
- Commission: These platforms usually charge a commission ranging from 5% to 20%. For instance, if your product sells for ₹100, they might take up to ₹20 as fees.
However, I’m going to share a zero-commission platform shortly, one that doesn’t even require GST and offers more traffic than Amazon or Flipkart. Stay tuned!
3. Social Media Platforms
If you’ve been following me for a while, you’ll know I’ve promoted several clothing brands in the past. These brands simply showcase their products on social media platforms like Instagram, YouTube, and Facebook, and they easily receive around 40-50 orders every day.
- Ads: By running paid ads on social media, it’s possible to ramp up daily orders to 200+.
- Recommendation: If you’re thinking about starting an e-commerce business (or you already have), you should start posting your products on social media to gain organic reach and direct sales.
Now, let’s talk about that commission-free platform that doesn’t require GST.
4. Meesho
I’ve previously made a detailed video on Meesho, explaining step-by-step how to create an account (show a brief clip or reference).
- Zero Commission: Meesho doesn’t charge any selling fees.
- No GST Needed: You can list and sell products here even without GST.
- Tier 3 & Tier 4 Audience: Meesho primarily caters to customers from smaller cities, which is a huge, often untapped market.
5. WooCommerce
Finally, WooCommerce is not a stand-alone platform but a plugin that you install on a WordPress site to create your e-commerce store.
- Complete Control: WooCommerce gives you full ownership and flexibility over your online store.
- Customization: By using themes, plugins, or a developer, you can tailor your website exactly as you want.
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Conclusion
These are 5 platforms/websites you can use to start your e-commerce journey: Shopify, Amazon/Flipkart, Social Media Platforms, Meesho, and WooCommerce. Choose any one (or a combination) that suits your needs and start building your online presence.
If this video helped you, please give it a like, subscribe to the channel, and let me know in the comments which platform you’re planning to use. I’ll see you in the next video—until then, take care and keep hustling!