Seller guide
Sell on WhatsApp in Nigeria — With a Real Store Link
WhatsApp is where Nigerian customers already chat — but price lists and voice notes do not scale. Pair WhatsApp with a proper online store link so buyers browse, choose sizes, and pay without you typing the same answers all day.
The problem with WhatsApp-only selling
You send photos in chats. Prices change. Customers ask “is this still available?” at midnight. Orders get lost in threads. A storefront fixes the catalog; WhatsApp stays for support and delivery coordination.
How AvitCart + WhatsApp works together
Put your AvitCart store URL in your WhatsApp About, status, and broadcast lists. When someone is interested, send the product link instead of five images. They check out; you get a clean order with address and payment status.
- Bio / status: your permanent shop link
- Chat: send one product URL instead of galleries
- After payment: confirm delivery details on WhatsApp
Copy-paste message you can send buyers
“Hi! Here’s my full shop with prices in Naira — pick what you want and checkout: [your AvitCart store link]. Message me here if you need help with delivery.”
Frequently asked questions
Do I stop using WhatsApp if I open a store?
No. Keep WhatsApp for customer service. Use the store for catalog, pricing, and checkout so chats stay shorter.
Can I share individual product links on WhatsApp?
Yes. Each product has a shareable page URL. Send that link in chat so the buyer sees photos and price immediately.