Start Your Online Food Store for Homemade Pickles, Papad & Powders with chotu

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Homemade food products have always had a special place in Indian hearts – the tangy achar (pickles) made by grandmothers, the crunchy papads that complete every meal, and the aromatic masala powders that make home cooking divine. These traditional flavors never go out of demand – they just need a modern platform.

With chotu, you can now turn your passion for homemade pickles, papads, and powders into a profitable online business – and reach customers all over India who crave that authentic, handmade taste.

Why You Should Take Your Homemade Food Business Online

In today’s digital world, customers love ordering authentic, local, and homemade food products online. They’re searching for the same traditional flavors you already make – and chotu helps you reach them effortlessly.

Here’s why going online with chotu is a game-changer:

From Home Kitchen to Online Store

You don’t need a big factory or complex website. With chotu, you can create your own branded online store in minutes – right from your phone or laptop.

Reach Customers Nationwide

Your pickles or powders may be famous in your locality – but why stop there? Sell across India and grow your customer base beyond your neighborhood.

More Orders, More Profit

Cut out middlemen and sell directly to customers. Keep full control over your pricing, packaging, and delivery.

Build, Launch & Grow with chotu – It’s Easy!

Starting an online food store with chotu is simple – no coding, no designers, no hassle.

Step 1: Create Your Store

Go to owner.chotu.com/sell-online and set up your digital shop in just a few clicks.

  • Select a suitable template
  • Add your Business name and mobile number(whatsapp one)
  • Choose FREE or paid option

Step 2: Use Ready-made template as it is or Add Your Homemade Products

Upload clear photos of your pickles, papads, and powders. Mention ingredients, shelf life, and packaging details. You can add regional specialties like:

  • Mango pickle, gongura pickle, garlic pickle
  • Urad dal papad, rice papad, masala papad
  • Sambar powder, rasam powder, chili powder, turmeric powder

Step 3: Start Selling

Share your store link on WhatsApp, Instagram, and local groups. Customers can browse, order, and pay online – you just pack and deliver.

Why Sellers Love chotu

Thousands of small businesses trust chotu to grow their online sales because it’s built for Indian sellers and local needs.

  • Easy to Use: No tech knowledge required.
  • Multiple Languages: Sell in English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil & more.
  • Secure Payments: Accept UPI and COD safely.
  • Affordable Plans: Start with minimal fee.

Homemade Taste, Nationwide Reach

Whether you make traditional Andhra pickles, Gujarati papads, or South Indian masalas, your recipes deserve to be shared with the world. With chotu, you can build a trusted food brand from your kitchen – and grow it step by step.

Let your homemade business reach thousands of hungry hearts who value authenticity, tradition, and taste.

Ready to Get Started?

Your journey from kitchen to commerce begins now.

👉 Create your store and start selling your homemade products today!

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is chotu?
Namaste. I am chotu, your friendly shopboy. I make ordering from your shop simple on WhatsApp.
What does chotu do?
Customers can see your full product list online (like Zepto/Blinkit). They add to cart and order directly on WhatsApp.
Is chotu like Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto or Blinkit?
No. Those are delivery apps made for buyers. They control prices, delivery, and own your customer data. chotu is an ordering app made for you, the shopkeeper. You keep full control: prices, payments and your customer info.
Is chotu same as WhatsApp Business Catalog?
Almost, but one big difference: With chotu, you get a ready-made catalog for your shop type. No need to type a single word. Just turn OFF items you don’t sell. Plus, you get a QR code and link to share anywhere.
Do customers order with me directly or with chotu?
Orders come straight to your WhatsApp. chotu does not know what is ordered or who your customer is.
Do customers need to download chotu?
No. They can order by:
  • Scanning your QR code


  • Clicking your shop link

(If they install chotu, it only makes reordering easier.)

So, there are two apps?
Yes, the red chotu app is for buyers, golden chotu Owner app is for you, the shopkeeper. You can install both if you want.

How will my shop look?
Like any online store (Amazon/Flipkart). Buyers can browse, search, and add to cart. Click on LIVE DEMO to see how your shop will look.
Do I need a laptop, Excel, or English?
No. Only a WhatsApp number is enough. Works in all Indian languages. chotu runs only on mobile.
How much does chotu cost?
Starts ₹999, one-time payment. No rent. No subscription. No commission. It’s your shop forever.
How do I get paid?
Customers pay you directly, not through chotu. They can give cash in hand or through UPI (PhonePe, Google Pay, Paytm, etc.). No change in payments at all.


Will chotu deliver orders?
No. Delivery is your choice.
  • Ask customer to pick up


  • Send through your boy/helper
  • Use Rapido, Dunzo, etc.


Can customers pay cash?
Yes. As always.
How will I know if I got an order?
You’ll hear a “ka-ching” on the chotu Owner app and get the order on WhatsApp.
Can customers order at night?
Yes. 24×7. You can deliver when you are open.
My customers have cousins in the USA, can they also order?
Yes. Your shop is now open to the whole world, 24X7.
How do I promote my shop?
When you buy a shop, you get a shop link and a QR.
  • Share shop link on WhatsApp Status, Groups, Instagram, YouTube, etc.


  • Print QR on your shopboard, visiting cards, no-parking boards.


Will I get new customers?
Yes, through your link/QR and local promotion. With VIP Pass, your shop ranks higher on chotu search.
What is VIP Pass?
VIP Pass is a value added service with extra benefits:
  • Higher ranking in customer searches
  • Ability to edit your shop details
  • Priority customer support
How do I buy the VIP Pass?
All shops come with a built-in FREE VIP Pass. You do not need to purchase it right now. You can login to the chotu Owner app to buy the VIP Pass later.
Do I need GST or a physical shop?
No. Just a WhatsApp number is enough. Physical shop is optional.
What does owning a shop mean on chotu?
Like you buy a shop in the real world, you are buying a space in the digital world, which is yours forever.
What if I don’t get orders at first?
Share your shop link with existing customers. Once they try it, they will reorder and refer new buyers. If you have a Google My Business profile, you should update your shop link there too to get more orders.
Who is behind chotu? Can I trust it?
The team has decades of experience at Microsoft, Oracle, airtel and studied at IIT & IIM. They are building chotu with only one purpose: make ordering with local shops as easy as UPI made payments.
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