So You Want a Website — But You’re Not Mark Zuckerberg? Great. Because same here. 😂
Most Nigerian business owners just want a place where customers can see your products, pay easily, and not ghost you after asking “how much?” 17 times on WhatsApp and you have sent 100 product images.

But when you hear “build a website,” your brain probably thinks: tech and coding stress, or I have to pay a lot of money to an agency to build a website. Maybe even hosting fees, dollar rates, etc. That used to be true. Not anymore.

In 2025, you can launch a proper e-commerce site with payments, delivery, and inventory tracking using just your phone and a good 30 minutes of work (network willing).
Zero tech skills. Zero laptop.

Let’s show you how.

 
An illustration on How to set up a website for your business in Nigeria in minutes


Why Your Business Needs a Website (Even if You're Killing It on WhatsApp or Instagram)

You might be selling fast on Instagram. Or maybe all your customers know to just DM you on WhatsApp. That’s great, until it’s not.

We’ve seen vendors lose everything because their IG page got banned overnight. Others have 10k followers but still struggle to get real buyers. Why? Because social media doesn’t belong to you and the rules can change at any time.

Imagine this: You wake up, and your business page is gone. No explanation. No way to contact your followers. You start from scratch.

That’s why having your own website matters. It gives you control. You own the traffic. And you can track sales, show up on Google, and close deals even when you're asleep.


E-commerce Website Builders in Nigeria: The Fastest Way to Get Website.

You have been researching “how to create an online store for free”, But do nothing aboutit because building a website used to sound like “tech bros only” thing. But not anymore, not in this day and age 2025.

E-commerce website building platforms like Bumpa, and Ushoppen, e.t.c. let you launch a fully functional online store in under 30 minutes. No coding. No laptop needed. You can even do it from your phone and enjoy:

  • Product listings
  • Online payments (Paystack, Flutterwave)
  • Inventory tracking
  • And customer support when you get stuck

They’re perfect for solo vendors, Instagram sellers, and small businesses who just want to sell online fast without building from scratch.


Best No-code Platforms to Use (What We Found After Testing Them)

1. Bumpa

  • Very beginner-friendly
  • Handles product listings, delivery tracking, and customer chats
  • Has built-in inventory + integrates with logistics like GIG and Peng Logistics
  • Great for: busy vendors who want everything in one app

2. Ushoppen

  • Clean and classy storefront
  • Fast product setup with sleek checkout
  • Great on mobile
  • Great for: fashion, beauty, or high-visual brands

💡 Heads up: Prices vary. They are free to start, then charge per month. Always test what fits your current size and future goals.


How to Set-up your Website (step by step)

Quick checklist before you start

Have these ready so you don’t stall mid-setup:
  • Logo (PNG or Webp, square, 512×512 or 1024×1024)
  • Brand colours (hex)
  • Business phone, email, address
  • 3–7 product photos each, white or clean background
  • Prices, sizes, stock counts
  • Bank account for payouts
  • Delivery info you’ll publish (see “Delivery copy you can paste” below)


A) Bumpa — set up your store on your phone

Step 1: Create your account

  • Install the Bumpa app from your app store.
  • Sign up with business name, email, phone.
  • Pick a short store link. Example: yourbrand.bumpa.shop.

Step 2: Brand your store

  • Upload your logo.
  • Set your brand colour.
  • Add your business bio (description) and contact.

Bio copy you can paste:

“Quality [product or category] made in Nigeria. Fast delivery. Friendly support 9am–6pm.”


Step 3: Turn on payments

  • Open Settings → Payments.
  • Choose a supported gateway in Bumpa, this is usually done already with Paystack so you don't have to worry.
  • Complete KYC, add settlement account, and enable “Card/Transfer” at checkout.
Tip: make a ₦100 “Test Product” and try a real checkout to confirm it works, but it actually just works, so you don't have to really worry.


Step 4: Configure delivery and shipping

You want customers to see delivery clearly so they don’t abandon checkout.
Go to Shipping/Delivery settings.

Create zones:
  • Same-Day Delivery (Local logistics within your city)
  • Inter-State Doorstep
  • Nationwide Waybill
Name the carrier on your header note: e.g., “Delivery handled by Peng Logistics.”


Step 5: Add products properly

  • Tap “Add Product.”
  • Fill Title, Price, Compare-at Price (if discount), Stock, SKU.
  • Add variations: size, colour.
  • Upload 3–7 clean photos.
  • Write a real description. See template below.

Description template you can paste:
  • What it is and who it’s for
  • Material / key specs
  • What’s inside the box
  • Delivery timing: “Same-day in Lagos/PH/Yenagoa. Inter-state within 1–3 days. Waybill nationwide.”

Step 6: Go live and connect your socials

  • Publish your store link.
  • Put the link in your Instagram bio and WhatsApp Business.
  • Post 3 products with prices and “Buy Now” links.

Step 7: Test your flow like a customer

  • Add to cart, checkout, pay, receive order email.
  • Check if you got order alerts.
  • Confirm the shipping method shows clearly.
  • Fix anything confusing.
Note: You can now buy unique themes and templates on Bumpa and get your desired design.


B) Ushoppen — clean web store in minutes

Step 1: Create account

  • Sign up on Ushoppen.
  • Answer the onboarding questions about your business and products.


Step 2: Pick a theme and brand it

  • Choose a simple, clean template from the library.
  • Upload logo, set brand colour.


Step 3: Add products and collections

  • Create key collections first: “New In,” “Best Sellers,” “Under ₦10,000,” or category names.
  • Add products with photos, price, stock, variations.
  • Assign products to collections for easy browsing.


Step 4: Set up payments

  • Open Payments.
  • Connect your gateway (mainly paystack and done-for-you, if not reach out to the Ushoppen team, they're active and helps.
  • Complete KYC and enable test checkout with a ₦100 product.


Step 5: Configure delivery and shipping

Create these methods customers actually understand:
  • Same-Day Delivery
  • Inter-State Doorstep
  • Nationwide Waybill
  • Pickup (if you allow it): show address and hours.

Step 6: Domain and publish

  • If you have a custom domain, connect it in Domain settings.
  • Preview your store on mobile.
  • Publish.

Step 7: Run a launch checklist

  • Place a real order end-to-end.
  • Confirm order emails and admin alerts.
  • Open the order in your dashboard and mark fulfillment steps.
  • Share the live link on Instagram, WhatsApp Status, and to VIP customers.


Optional extras that boost sales in a week

  • Discount code: “NEW10” for first orders.
  • Low-stock labels: trigger urgency.
  • Abandoned cart message: short WhatsApp or email reminder.
  • Size guide page: reduces returns.
  • Reviews widget: even 5 real reviews help conversion.


Very Important to Note: Common Mistakes When Setting Up a Site

We’ve worked with a lot of small businesses. These are the top things that mess up their online setup and ultimately cost them money:

  • No product descriptions – Customers won’t guess. If it’s 100% cotton, say so on your website.
  • No mobile optimization – Nigerians shop on their phones. If your site lags on mobile, you’ll lose sales, but these platforms mentioned here handles this perfectly.
  • Poor delivery info – If customers don’t know when or how they’ll get their order, they won’t buy.

This is where we come in. When your site clearly says “Delivery handled by Peng Logistics”, it builds trust. People feel more comfortable placing that first order. And you don’t stress chasing dispatch riders.


Connect Delivery to Your Website (So You Don’t Lose Orders)

Your checkout isn’t complete until you’ve sorted delivery.

Here’s what you can do: We currently don't use an API. Most businesses simply use a “Delivery by Peng Logistics” note on their stores/websites to improve conversion.

No matter what, make sure your delivery is clear, fast, and trackable.

Set your website and enjoy faster, more scalable and less stressful selling.

Short Reel on how to setup your website: