Can You Build an Online Store in One Day?

build online shop in seconds

Yes – In Seconds, with chotu!

Most business owners think going online takes time – “I’ll do it someday,” or “I need a website guy,” or “It’ll take days to set up.”

But what if you could do it today – not in a day, but in seconds?

That’s not an exaggeration. That’s chotu.


The Problem: Going Online Feels Complicated

Ask any small business owner:

“Why aren’t you selling online yet?”

You’ll hear the same things:

  • “Website developers charge too much.”
  • “I don’t know coding.”
  • “I don’t have time.”
  • “My customers already message me on WhatsApp.”

That’s exactly the gap chotu solves.

The Solution: chotu – Your Shop, Online in Seconds

chotu is built for India’s small business owners – not for techies, not for coders, but for people who sell real things every day.

It’s an app and web platform that lets you:

✅ Create your own shop instantly

✅ Use ready-made carts or you can add your products with photos

✅ Get all orders on WhatsApp

✅ Share your shop link anywhere – Facebook, Instagram, or just QR on your board

No coding. No delays. No extra work.

Just you, your products, and your customers – online in seconds.

 Real Talk: Why chotu Works for Local Shops

Your customers already trust you. They message you for prices, they call for orders, they pay by UPI.

Why make them download an app or fill long forms?

With chotu, your shop looks professional while still keeping that local, WhatsApp-friendly connection.

When they click your chotu link, they see your shop menu, items, and prices.

When they click “Order,” the message goes straight to your WhatsApp.

Simple. Familiar. Powerful.


How It Works (Spoiler: You’ll Be Done Before You Finish This Tea)

  1. Go to owner.chotu.com/sell-online
  2. Choose your shop type (Pickles, Chicken, Dairy, Grocery, Restaurant, etc.)
  3. Add your shop name and mobile number
  4. Click “Own this shopnext”

That’s it.

Your online store is ready – in less time than it takes to make a cup of chai. that too for FREE


Why “In Seconds” Isn’t Just Marketing Talk

When you sign up on chotu:

  • Your template is pre-built for your business type.
  • Product categories are ready-to-use.
  • You can copy details from your WhatsApp product list.
  • You get your own shareable link instantly – no setup, no approval, no waiting.

From there, your customers can browse, message, and buy.

You get orders directly.

You grow – from your phone.


💡 Why Every Shop Owner Is Moving to chotu

  • Fish shop owners show today’s catch online.
  • Pickle sellers share their chotu link in family WhatsApp groups.
  • Biryani centers get lunch orders daily.
  • Dairy shops show price updates automatically.

They’re all using chotu – because it doesn’t just create a website.

It creates freedom.

Freedom from developers.

Freedom from delay.

Freedom to sell faster.

 For Small Businesses, Time = Trust

Your customers are online right now, looking for options near them.

When they find your shop link first – they click, they order, they pay.

Every second matters.

And chotu gives you a store – in seconds.


 Start Now – It’s FREE

You don’t need to plan for “someday.”

You can start now.

👉 Create Your Online Store in Seconds – with chotu

It takes less time than one customer call.

And it changes how your business runs – forever.

In Seconds. Just chotu.

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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