Own a digital shop in 2 minutes, starting from INR 999

chotu, India’s first WhatsApp-first business platform, has officially launched — a new platform that helps local shop owners create a ready-to-use online shop in just 2 minutes, starting at only ₹999 (lifetime access).

The platform provides custom shop templates designed for India’s most popular small businesses — including grocery stores, bakeries, meat shops, sweet shops, and homemade food sellers — enabling them to display products, share digital catalogs, and take orders directly via WhatsApp, without any apps, commissions, or technical skills.

“Every small shop deserves to be discovered online,” said a spokesperson from chotu. “Today’s market is dominated by large delivery apps, leaving local stores invisible. With , we give shopkeepers an easy, affordable way to go digital, connect with customers nearby, and take control of their business again.”

Key Features of

Ready-made shop templates for grocery, bakery, meat, sweets, and home food businesses

Personalized shop link and dedicated business page for each shop

Visual digital catalog that can be shared on WhatsApp and social media

Direct WhatsApp ordering – customers order straight from the shop owner

QR code integration for easy scan-to-order

Lifetime access starting at just ₹999 — no monthly fees or commissions

With regional language support and WhatsApp integration, chotu bridges the digital gap for small businesses. From kirana shops to home kitchens, chotu helps local sellers reach customers searching for “shops near me” and builds a strong online presence in minutes.

About chotu

chotu is a Hyderabad-based startup empowering India’s local shopkeepers to go online through WhatsApp-first digital shops. With ready templates, lifetime access, and zero commissions, chotu enables kirana stores, bakeries, tiffin centers, meat shops, and home food sellers to take orders directly and grow their business online.

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