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Merchant Guide

How to Become a Shopika Merchant

List your store on Shopika and reach thousands of customers near you. Simple setup, powerful tools, fast payouts.

Register Your Store

Steps to Become a Shopika Merchant

  1. 1

    Register

    Create your merchant account with your business details.

  2. 2

    Add Your Store

    Fill in your store name, category, location, operating hours, and delivery settings.

  3. 3

    Upload Products

    Add your products with photos, prices, and stock quantities.

  4. 4

    Get Verified

    Our team reviews and verifies your store, usually within 1-3 business days.

  5. 5

    Start Selling

    Your store goes live on Shopika. Customers can find and order from you immediately.

  6. 6

    Receive Payouts

    Customer payments are settled to your M-Pesa account regularly.

Merchant Benefits

More Customers

Reach thousands of customers searching for local businesses like yours.

Modern POS

Manage orders and inventory from a powerful merchant dashboard.

M-Pesa Payments

Accept payments via M-Pesa, STK push, Till Number, and Shopika Wallet.

Delivery Management

Assign and track delivery riders for all your orders.

Business Insights

View sales reports, top products, and customer trends.

Merchant Support

Dedicated support team to help you grow your business on Shopika.

Store Types Welcome on Shopika

Water Suppliers Gas Dealers Grocery Stores Pharmacies Restaurants Bakeries Electronics Hardware Shops Clothing

Join Thousands of Kenyan Merchants

Create your store in about 2 minutes. Add verification details later; physical stores are normally reviewed in 1–3 business days.

Register as a Merchant

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can become a Shopika merchant?

Any legitimate business owner in Kenya can apply — water suppliers, gas dealers, grocery stores, pharmacies, restaurants, and more.

How much does it cost to list my store on Shopika?

Creating a merchant account is free. Contact us for details on any subscription plans for premium features.

How do I receive payments from orders?

Customer payments are processed via M-Pesa or Shopika Wallet. Merchant payouts are sent to your M-Pesa account on a regular schedule.

How long does merchant approval take?

After submitting your application and verification documents, approval typically takes 1-3 business days.

Can I manage deliveries through Shopika?

Yes. Shopika's merchant dashboard lets you manage orders, assign riders, set delivery areas and fees, and track deliveries in real time.