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    • 1GB Storage
    • Unlimited Bandwidth
    • Free Domain (.shop/.top/.info/.xyz)
    • 1 Business Email
    • Google ranking with SEO
    • DNS Management
    • Web Security with SSL
    • Discounted Domains
    • 100 contacts
    • 5 forms
    • Bulk Email, Drip Campaigns, Forms, Contacts & Segments

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  • 10GB Storage
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  • Shop
  • Accept Payment
  • Marketing Suite
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  • 7 Business Emails

  • 15+ payment platforms
  • Accept mobile payments
  • Free Hosting included
  • 100+ eCommerce websites
  • Social selling features
  • Free Business emails
  • Social media integrations
  • Whatsapp Integrations
  • Unlimited landing pages
  • Stock management
  • Include product prototypes
  • Add custom fields as product properties
  • Easy navigation items management
  • Sell unlimited products
  • Supports product variants (colors, sizes, etc)
  • Add and manage product categories
  • Seamless product management

How to Create an Online Shop with Olitt

1) Choose your plan and register your domain

Choose your plan above (Website Builder Pro plan is recommended). You can use an existing or new domain for your site.

2) Access the online shop builder

Once your account is active, log into your account and open the Website Builder. You will be able to access various sections for you to customize and manage

3) Customize your store

Use the drag-and-drop editor to:

  • Add your logo, brand, & colors
  • Upload product images and descriptions
  • Set prices and stock quantities
  • Create categories and menus
  • Customize pages look and layout

4) Set up payments and shipping

From the dashboard, integrate your preferred payment methods, including Flutterwave, PayPal, or Bank Cards.

Also, configure your shipping zones and options (pickup, delivery, courier, etc.)

5) Launch and share your store

Click Publish to make your online shop live. Then:

  • Share your store link on social media
  • Connect it to Facebook or Instagram
  • Run a WhatsApp broadcast to announce your launch

Which is the best eCommerce Builder for creating an Online Shop?

A modern drag-and-drop shop builder, Olitt, lets you launch a stunning, mobile-ready online store in under 30 minutes. For just $49 / year, you can access a complete eCommerce suite. This includes everything from inventory tools to Flutterwave integration, offering a simpler alternative to Shopify or WooCommerce.

Feature / PlatformOlitt by TruehostShopifyWix eCommerceWooCommerce (WordPress)BigCommerce
Price (monthly)$49 / yearFrom $29/monthFrom $27/monthVaries (Hosting + Plugins)From $39/month
Free domain & hostingβœ… Included❌ Extraβœ… Limited❌ Needs separate setup❌ Separate hosting
M-Pesa Integrationβœ… Built-in❌ Not seamless❌ Manual setup? With plugins❌ Not native
Local support (Kenya)βœ… 24/7❌ None❌ None? Community support❌ None
Ease of useβœ… Beginner-friendlyβœ… Very easyβœ… Very easy? Intermediate? Intermediate
Templates / designsβœ… 200+ free templatesβœ… Premium themesβœ… Drag-and-drop? Depends on theme? Functional first
Transaction fees❌ Noneβœ… Yes (unless Shopify Payments)❌ None❌ None❌ None
Digital & physical productsβœ… Bothβœ… Bothβœ… Bothβœ… Bothβœ… Both
Mobile responsiveβœ… Yesβœ… Yesβœ… Yesβœ… Yesβœ… Yes
SEOβœ…Advancedβœ… Basicβœ… Basicβœ… Advancedβœ… Advanced
Email & SSLβœ… Free email + SSL❌ Paid add-onsβœ… Free SSL❌ Depends on hostβœ… SSL only

Who is this for?

  • Boutique owners selling fashion, accessories, or cosmetics
  • Side hustlers flipping electronics, shoes, or second-hand items
  • Freelancers offering services like web design, writing, or consulting
  • NGOs & Charities accepting donations online
  • Local brands exporting products to the diaspora
  • Instagram sellers and TikTok marketers
  • Content creators and coaches
  • Dropshippers targeting Africa and beyond

100+ eCommerce Templates for Every Use Case

Our Integrations

Use your Truehost Online Shop Builder dashboard to supercharge your eCommerce store with powerful, plug-and-play tools.

  • Mobile Payments: Accept mobile payments with real-time STK Push
  • Card & bank payments: Integrate with PayPal, Stripe, Flutterwave, and more
  • Email marketing: Sync with tools like Mailchimp, Sender, and Kit (formerly ConvertKit)
  • Facebook & Instagram Shops: Sell directly from your social media pages
  • Google Analytics & Tag Manager: Track conversions, traffic, and customer behavior
  • Live chat & support: Add tools like Tawk.to or WhatsApp to boost engagement
  • Shipping & delivery: Connect with local couriers like Fargo or Sendy (API-ready)
  • CRM & automation tools: Use webhooks or Zapier for order follow-ups, notifications, and customer management

How much do you pay to build an online shop?

The cost to build an online shop varies widely depending on several factors like platform, features, design complexity, and who builds it (DIY vs agency). Here’s a general breakdown to guide you:

Estimated Cost to Build an Online Shop

Type of StorePlatform/ApproachEstimated Cost (USD)
DIY Store (Basic)Shopify, Wix, WooCommerce$100 – $500
Custom Store (Freelancer)WordPress + WooCommerce / OpenCart$500 – $1,500
Professional Store (Agency)Magento, Custom Laravel, Shopify Plus$2,000 – $10,000+

What’s Included in the Cost?

βœ… Domain & Hosting ($20–$200/year)

βœ… Design & Theme Customization

βœ… Product Listings & Categories

βœ… Payment Gateway Integration

βœ… Shipping & Tax Setup

βœ… SSL Certificate (Free to ₦50,000/year)

βœ… Mobile & SEO Optimization

Additional Costs to Consider:

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