Introduction
Are you a local seller, home business owner, or shopkeeper who wants to sell online but doesn’t have a GST number? Don’t worry! You’re not alone. Thousands of small businesses in India hesitate to start selling online because they think “GST is mandatory.”
Here’s the good news – with chotu, you can start your online store even without GST and reach local customers through WhatsApp, social media, and nearby searches.
Why Sellers Think GST Is a Must
When sellers hear about “online business,” they imagine complicated paperwork, GST registration, and long waiting times. Platforms like Amazon and Flipkart usually ask for GST details upfront, which can be confusing for small businesses like:
- Home-based food makers
- Kirana shops
- Sweet shops
- Tailors
- Pickle or spice sellers
For such sellers, getting a GST number may not be practical right away – especially if your business is small or local.
How chotu Makes It Simple

chotu is built exactly for small businesses like yours.
You can create your online store in seconds – no coding, no GST barrier, no stress.
Here’s how it works:
- Create your chotu store – use your shop name and WhatsApp number.
- Add your products – like food items, pickles, kirana goods, or local snacks.
- Share your store link on WhatsApp and social media.
- Start getting local orders instantly.
Yes – even if you don’t have a GST number yet!
When Do You Actually Need GST?
If your annual sales cross ₹40 lakhs (₹20 lakhs for services), or you want to ship across states, you’ll need to register for GST.
Until then, you can legally sell locally without GST – especially if you’re offering small-scale goods, home foods, or local essentials.
chotu helps you stay compliant – and once your business grows, our team can guide you in applying for GST when needed.
Example: Local Sweet Shop
Let’s say you run a small Andhra or Telangana sweets shop.
You can:
- Add your sweets and snacks to your chotu store
- Receive orders via WhatsApp
- Deliver locally (no GST required)
- Use your online store link to appear in “sweet shop near me” searches
This way, you’re growing your local brand online without worrying about taxes or big registrations.
Why Sellers Love chotu
✅ No GST needed to start
✅ Simple WhatsApp-based selling
✅ Free store setup
✅ Lifetime access (no expiry) for one time payment starting with INR 1999 depending on shop type
✅ Local visibility – appear in “shops near me” searches
chotu is not just an app – it’s a digital partner for every local Indian seller.
Conclusion
GST or no GST – your business deserves to be online.
With chotu, you can build your store, reach local buyers, and start selling instantly – all from your phone.
👉 Start today – it’s 100% commission free!
Visit owner.chotu.com and grow your shop online with zero paperwork and full confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is chotu?
What does chotu do?
Is chotu like Swiggy, Zomato, Zepto or Blinkit?
Is chotu same as WhatsApp Business Catalog?
Do customers order with me directly or with chotu?
Do customers need to download chotu?
- Scanning your QR code
- Clicking your shop link
So, there are two apps?
How will my shop look?
Do I need a laptop, Excel, or English?
How much does chotu cost?
How do I get paid?
Will chotu deliver orders?
- Ask customer to pick up
- Send through your boy/helper
- Use Rapido, Dunzo, etc.
Can customers pay cash?
How will I know if I got an order?
Can customers order at night?
My customers have cousins in the USA, can they also order?
How do I promote my shop?
- 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?
What is VIP Pass?
- Higher ranking in customer searches
- Ability to edit your shop details
- Priority customer support
