Home-based catalog + WhatsApp orders
WhatsApp store for home businesses
Run a professional storefront from home without building a full e-commerce site. Share one catalog link on Instagram and WhatsApp; customers browse products, choose options, and send a clear order to your number — you confirm payment and ship or hand over locally.
- Branded catalog link for bio and chats
- Up to 10,000 products with variants
- Optional custom domain for your brand
- 0% marketplace commission
7-day free trial · From your market’s yearly plan · Cancel by not renewing · Not affiliated with WhatsApp or Meta
Why home businesses need a WhatsApp storefront
Selling from home often means endless DMs, duplicate questions, and orders lost in chat threads. Marketplaces take commission and compete on price. A WhatsApp home store gives you one catalog link, structured orders, and direct customer relationships — without coding or payment-gateway setup on day one.
- Instagram DMs do not scale when product questions repeat daily.
- Spreadsheets and PDF lookbooks are hard for buyers on mobile.
- Marketplace fees eat margin on handmade and niche products.
- Customers trust a simple link they can reopen — not a buried chat.
How a WhatsApp home business store works
Three steps from home catalog to order on your WhatsApp — buyers stay in the browser until checkout.
- 1
List products from your dashboard
Add photos (up to six per item), descriptions, prices, and variants. Organise gifts, hampers, plants, perfume, or whatever you make or curate.
- 2
Share your store link everywhere
Put the link in Instagram bio, WhatsApp Status, family groups, and flyers. Use a custom domain when you are ready to look fully branded.
- 3
Confirm orders on WhatsApp
Buyers check out; WhatsApp opens with a pre-filled order. They tap Send. You reply with payment details (UPI, etc.), pack at home, and ship or meet locally.
Features built for home-based sellers
Lightweight catalog software for solopreneurs and small home businesses selling through WhatsApp and social media.
No-code storefront
Publish a mobile catalog without hiring developers or managing complex checkout integrations.
Variants and multi-image listings
Show size, scent, colour, or personalization options with multiple photos so buyers choose before they message.
Custom domain
Connect your own domain when you outgrow a subdomain — professional link for packaging and thank-you cards.
Delivery and pickup options
Configure local delivery, self-pickup, or courier handoff notes in the order message your WhatsApp receives.
Orders dashboard + Google Sheets
Track orders from home and optionally sync to Google Sheets for packing lists and simple bookkeeping.
Direct payment, 0% commission
WhatsStore does not process payments or take sales commission. You agree payment method directly with each customer.
Ready to look professional from home?
Launch a WhatsApp storefront in minutes. One link for social media, clearer orders, zero sales commission.
Instagram DMs vs marketplace vs WhatsStore
A quick comparison for home businesses choosing how to sell online.
| Need | DMs / WhatsApp chat | PDF / Canva catalog | WhatsStore store |
|---|---|---|---|
| Professional mobile browsing | Back-and-forth messages | Static file | Live web catalog |
| Structured orders | Easy to miss details | Still typed manually | Pre-filled WhatsApp message |
| Update listings quickly | Re-send info | Redesign export | Edit in dashboard |
| Own customer relationship | Yes | Yes | Yes — your WhatsApp number |
| Sales commission | None | None | 0% |
| Large catalog growth | Hard | Hard | Up to 10,000 products |
Who this WhatsApp home store is for
Suitable for entrepreneurs selling from home who already use WhatsApp and social media for sales.
Gift and personalised product sellers
Hampers, custom prints, and occasion gifts with clear options in one catalog link.
Perfume and beauty resellers
Show SKUs with photos and variants; confirm payment on WhatsApp after the structured order arrives.
Plant and nursery home sellers
List pots, plants, and care kits; customers order for pickup or local delivery.
Side hustles and part-time shops
Start with a trial, share one link, and scale listings without rebuilding a website.
Live home business WhatsApp store examples
Open a real demo catalog, browse products, and try the WhatsApp checkout flow — no signup required.
WhatsApp store for home business — FAQ
What is a WhatsApp store for home businesses?
It is a simple online product catalog you manage from a dashboard and share as a link. Customers shop in their browser, then WhatsApp opens with a pre-filled order to your number. WhatsStore is not affiliated with WhatsApp or Meta.
Do I need a registered company or GST to start?
WhatsStore is software for listing and orders. Legal and tax requirements depend on your country and business — consult a local advisor. Many home sellers start with a catalog and grow formally over time.
Does WhatsStore handle shipping or payments?
No. You arrange courier or local delivery and collect payment directly (UPI, bank transfer, cash, etc.). WhatsStore does not process customer payments.
How do customers complete an order?
They add items to a cart, fill checkout fields you enable, then WhatsApp opens with the order summary. They must tap Send for you to receive it.
Can I use Instagram bio link with WhatsStore?
Yes. Your catalog is a normal HTTPS URL — ideal for Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp Status alongside your number.
How many products can I sell from home?
Paid plans support up to 10,000 products with categories, variants, and up to six images per item.
Can I connect a custom domain?
Yes. Custom domains help home brands look established on stickers, invoices, and social profiles.
Is there commission on my sales?
No. WhatsStore charges subscription pricing for the tool, not a percentage of your home business revenue.
How is this different from WhatsApp Business catalog?
WhatsStore is a full browser storefront with cart checkout that then opens WhatsApp. It is separate from Meta’s in-app product catalog.
Do buyers need an account?
No. Buyers use a mobile browser and WhatsApp only — no customer signup or shopping app install.
How much does it cost?
Annual plans include a 7-day trial (subject to published terms). See WhatsStore homepage pricing for your market’s yearly rate.
Can I run the store from my phone?
You manage products and orders through the merchant dashboard in a browser. Many home sellers update listings from mobile throughout the day.
Related resources
WhatsStore pricing
See yearly plans, trial terms, and what is included for one store or multi-store.
How WhatsStore works
Catalog → shareable link → WhatsApp order flow for any local business.
More live demo stores
Explore other niche catalogs for inspiration.
Create your store
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Build your catalog, share the link, and receive structured orders on WhatsApp — with 0% marketplace commission and no payment processing lock-in.
From €19.99/year · Up to 10,000 products · 0% commission · Full pricing