WebYetu lets you build a fully functional online store without writing a single line of code. Here is how to go from zero to a live, payment-ready store.
Step 1: Activate Your Store
Ecommerce is available as an add-on for WebYetu websites. Once activated, your store appears as part of your website where customers can browse and buy. Check your dashboard subscription section to activate it.
Step 2: Add Your Products
Go to Dashboard → Products and click Add Product. For each item, fill in:
- Product name — be specific. Instead of "Black Shoes," use "Black Leather Official Men's Shoes Size 40–44"
- Price — in Tanzanian Shillings
- Description — features, material, size options, why customers should buy it
- Photos — clear, well-lit images. Multiple photos are supported per product
- Stock status — in stock or out of stock
- Category — group similar products so customers can browse easily
Free plans support up to 15 products. The ecommerce add-on raises this to 1,000 products, with the option to purchase extra slots.
Step 3: Connect a Payment Method
Go to Dashboard → Payment Settings and paste your Snippe API Key from your Snippe merchant account. Once saved, your store automatically accepts M-Pesa, Tigo Pesa, Airtel Money, Halopesa, Visa, and Mastercard.
Step 4: Go Live and Share
Once products are added and payment is connected, your store is live. Share your link on WhatsApp, Instagram, and Facebook. Customers can browse, add to cart, and pay without leaving your site.
Tips for More Sales
- Use real product photos — customers trust what they can see clearly
- Write prices in full (45,000/- TZS) rather than shortened figures
- Keep out-of-stock items visible but marked unavailable — it shows your full range
- Update your store regularly to keep it looking active