Opening a store on DukaanBuddy takes less time than setting up a physical shop counter. This guide walks through the exact steps — from registration to your first live listing — so you know what to expect before you start.
Step 1: Register and verify your business
Head to the seller signup page and create your account with your mobile number or email. You'll be asked for your GSTIN and PAN details as part of verification — if you're not sure whether you need a GSTIN yet, our GSTIN Policy breaks down exactly when it's required. Verification typically completes within a day.
Step 2: Set up your storefront
Once verified, you'll land in the onboarding wizard. Add your store name, a logo, a banner image, and a short description of what you sell. This is what buyers see first, so keep it clear and specific — "Meera Handlooms — Bhagalpur Silk Sarees" tells a buyer more than "My Store".
Step 3: Configure your shipping and payment preferences
Under Store Settings, choose your preferred courier — DukaanBuddy integrates with both Delhivery and Shiprocket — and your preferred payment gateway (Razorpay or Stripe). You can also set your shipping zones, delivery timelines, and a free-shipping threshold here.
Step 4: List your first products
Go to Products → Add Product and fill in the title, category, price, stock, and at least one clear photo per listing. If you're migrating an existing catalogue, bulk actions let you update pricing or stock across multiple products at once instead of editing them one by one.
Step 5: Go live and confirm your first order
Once you have a handful of products listed, your store is live and discoverable to buyers. When an order comes in, confirm it from your Orders screen, pack it, and hand it off to your chosen courier. From there, tracking updates flow through to the buyer automatically.
What happens next
Every seller starts on the plan that fits their catalogue size — see our comparison of Starter, Growth, and Enterprise plans if you're not sure which to pick. As orders come in, keep an eye on your Dashboard for revenue trends, and request your first payout once you have a delivered order behind you.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a GSTIN to start selling? Not always — it depends on your turnover and category. See our GSTIN Policy for the specifics.
How long does verification take? Most sellers are verified within 24 hours of submitting accurate GSTIN and PAN details.
Can I add team members to help manage my store? Yes — Team Management lets you invite teammates with their own access, so you're not sharing a single login.