Brand-specific needs may require special features, workflows and growth goals which are often not tailored into mass market platforms like Shopify, Magento or WooCommerce.

Custom development allows more control and personalization of every element, which makes custom online store development a requirement for growing brands. While custom stores are often a great solution, they come with their own set of hurdles.

This article tries to explain everything good and bad about custom store development and the caveats you may come across.

Benefits of Custom Online Store Development

1. Unique Branding

You have the ability to brand the website to your needs. From the smallest design features to the most elaborate patterns, everything from design to navigation is tailored to fit your brand personality. This helps your brand stand out in a crowded marketplace and creates a unique brand identity.

2. Flexible Functionality

Your products may require specific features which are often not available in off-the-shelf eCommerce platforms like Shopify or WooCommerce. With custom solutions, you can implement features specific to your products like:

• Product configurators
• Multi-vendor setups
• Subscription models

3. Scalability

Custom solutions offer unlimited scalability. As your business grows, custom stores can adapt easily to the growing traffic, new products and even expanded workflows.

4. Seamless Integration

Today’s eCommerce stores are not a stand-alone platform. They are integrated with:

• ERP
• CRM
• Payment gateways
• Shipping platforms
• Analytics

With custom stores supporting complex back-end integrations, you can streamline operations by integrating complex platforms to your store seamlessly.

5. Superior Security

Ready-to-use models make code available online, which is often a loophole in itself. With a custom solution, your codes are secure, and you can incorporate advanced security features in compliance with industry-specific regulations.

6. Personalized Experience

Build UI/UX for your target audience. Integrate features like:

• Personalized recommendations
• Mobile responsiveness
• Easy checkout

Tailored to your audience’s needs.

Use Cases of a Custom Store

Most eCommerce stores are either powered by Shopify, WooCommerce or some ready-to-use platform. There are special cases when a custom store is required. Some of the use cases for a custom store development include:

Direct-to-Consumer Brands That Require a Unique Journey

Brands that require a different workflow from what is available readily will often face restrictions. Modification to the platforms like Shopify and WooCommerce can be tedious and may be prone to bugs. Also, future updates may affect your customization requiring frequent changes to your code.

A custom development solution will give you a free hand on how you tailor your workflows, making it possible to achieve complex tasks seamlessly.

B2B Portals with Custom Workflow and Compliances

B2B websites, especially ones which require user registration, bulk product management and custom shipping options, are left with limited choices in terms of platforms. Tailoring a platform like WooCommerce or Shopify will be daunting and various features will face restrictions.

B2B brands also require a completely different set of workflows often not available in ready-to-use platforms.

Multivendor Marketplace

Multivendor marketplaces like B2B portals require complex workflows and are different for each business.

Websites like IndiaMart and TradeIndia are eCommerce stores catering to businesses. These websites have a different workflow and structure and are unique in their own ways.

Custom stores are the only options available to provide the customization required for multivendor marketplaces.

Subscription Box Businesses

Not just services and news websites, but products too are trying the subscription model in businesses.

Imagine:

• A dog food business catering to customers by delivering products in time for your pets every week or month.
• A medical website offering a subscription model delivering your diabetes medication and testing strips in time every week or month.

This is a custom feature which requires custom programming.

Steps Involved in Creating a Tailored Online Store

Custom online stores require careful planning from the beginning, understanding the requirements of your business and what specific features you want custom created.

It is important to understand that the cost of a custom-tailored store is high. If a platform already offers the features you require and is easily customizable and is also scalable to your needs, you should consider a ready-to-use platform like Shopify or WooCommerce.

A custom store should be your option when there is little to no option. This could be enhanced security, user interface, design, workflow or customization of 3rd party plugins like payment gateways.

With that said, below are the steps we use at Megh Technologies to create a custom store online for you!

1. Market Research and Defining Target Audience

It’s important to understand the niche, customer needs, preferences and the competitor landscape to tailor your store to your audience effectively.

We do thorough research on your competition, what they are doing and how the target audience responds to their website and interact with them. This helps us understand where we can improve and how your preferences align with your product and services.

2. Choose and Purchase a Domain Name

The domain name that aligns with your brand is easy to remember and establishes credibility and brand presence online, which is key to the success of any online store.

The days of generic domain names are over. Domain names have to reflect your brand identity and yet be easy to remember and recall. We help you decide on the domain name and purchase it.

3. Creating an Effective Business Plan

Your business plan for an online store is different from that of your brick-and-mortar business.

An effective business plan for your online business will have a completely different set of business goals, marketing strategies and operational workflows.

How the online store will support the overall growth of business is key and will be determined at this phase.

4. Choosing the Right eCommerce Platform

We don’t recommend a custom store in all cases. Most cases can do well with Shopify or WooCommerce.

There are special cases where a custom store is required. This could include a different workflow not available in ready-to-use platforms or design restrictions which may require a custom store design.

We help choose the right eCommerce platform for you based on your requirements.

5. Design and Brand Your Store

Branding is key to all businesses today. Brand identity should be aligned to your business needs and you should be able to reflect your brand identity through your website.

This includes:

• Logos
• Colours
• Typography
• Navigational structure

We create a wireframe for your website which will reflect your final product for approval.

6. Front-End and Back-End Functionality Development

We start with creating the user interface and integrate back-end systems for:

• Inventory management
• Payment gateway
• Shipping
• Customer management

The core work happens at this phase.

7. Curate Product Catalogue

We don’t just design your store, we go further by:

• Preparing high-quality product images
• Creating detailed descriptions
• Categorising products logically
• Uploading them to your store

This includes optimisation of each of the products for better visibility and reach.

8. Setup Payment and Shipping Options

We configure multiple payment gateways and define shipping methods and rates according to logistic strategies.

This could include API integration from payment gateways and security checks.

9. Testing

The testing phase is important to ensure smooth performance of the store.

We perform end-to-end testing on:

• Browsing
• Product selection
• Checkout
• Payments
• Order confirmation

10. Launch and Promote

We deploy your store online and start the initial marketing strategies like:

• SEO
• Social media
• Email campaigns

The initial marketing campaign setup is entirely free and optimisation during later stages will depend on your preference.

11. Maintenance and Optimisation

While your store may be live and active, there may be a few necessary changes based on user preferences.

Regular maintenance ensures your site is functional during peak hours and performs smoothly overall.

We ensure your site is maintained, updated and secure for the life of the contract while we optimise your site for traffic and increase marketing efforts to your needs.

Conclusion

Each step is vital to building a successful eCommerce website.

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Every business, startup, small business owner, digital marketer and eCommerce strategist should know the type of eCommerce business they plan to launch, scale or market. This ensures that the website is moving in the right direction, reduces corrections and loses time fixing problems in the future.

This article discusses the types of eCommerce models and their pros and cons to benefit small business owners, startups and eCommerce strategists understand each model, their pros and cons, revenue potential while analysing use cases and case studies.

B2C eCommerce Websites – The Most Popular Online Retail Model

When we name the most popular eCommerce websites that come to our mind immediately, we think of B2C websites. B2C stands for Business to Customer. These websites are created to cater to the customers directly from the business. Think about Big Basket, Amazon, Nykaa, Myntra, Flipkart or Zara. All of these websites cater to clients directly. They are known for their user-friendly shopping experience, product catalogues, customer reviews, secure payment gateways and delivery options.

The fact is that 90% of all eCommerce websites fall into this category. While there may be 100 known eCommerce websites today which you can name off the head, there are millions of B2C websites in India in various niches. Every niche, big or small, has at least 1 or 2 eCommerce websites. Take for instance booking a doctor’s appointment. Practo is one website which enables this and is a fully functional large-scale eCommerce website for this niche. There are eCommerce websites for everything from customised products to kitchen accessories and even products that cost over ₹100,000 today which can be purchased online.

Pros of B2C eCommerce websites

B2C websites are known to have a large audience. They appeal to a broad and diverse customer base, allowing rapid growth for your business. They give you a brand-building opportunity, perfect for direct-to-consumer platforms that want to own and control their own customers. This offers a good opportunity for building relationships, remarketing and more. B2C websites are scalable from local to global easily and are usually easy to track. Rich data and insights help track customer behaviour, preferences and trends in real time, making it possible to adjust your marketing campaigns, sales and promotions accordingly.

Cons of B2C websites

With better business models and easy integration of payment gateways and eCommerce platforms, the number of B2C websites has increased tremendously. While many websites still focus local, others have slowly moved national and a few even have scaled globally. The ease of access to technology has also increased competition in the retail eCommerce sector. Most of the popular niches are already saturated. High-value industries and industries where bulk sales are possible are often highly competitive nationally. With increase in competition, many businesses are required to advertise their products. This increases the marketing investment for your business and a strong digital marketing strategy for visibility and conversion. Also, businesses today need to think beyond a website and create a brand. All the extra money invested in brand building and marketing also reduces the profit of a business, cutting into your margin. Thin margins are often the result of discounts, free shipping and deals to compete in the already saturated B2C eCommerce business.

Who is the B2C eCommerce model right for?

D2C brands that are looking to control the end-to-end customer journey should take advantage of the B2C eCommerce model. With the heavy investment which goes into a D2C brand creation, creating and growing an eCommerce brand only makes it more sensible. With an established business already in place, all you need is to scale it online to an eCommerce store. Apart from D2C brands, retailers with an offline business which is near saturation in its local retail business should take advantage of B2C eCommerce to increase their customer range. The other most common popular B2C model is the drop shipping websites. While this requires a deep understanding of drop shipping, sourcing and more, creating a B2C business with the drop shipping model is proven to be successful to some degree, provided you get all the parts right.

B2B eCommerce Websites – Selling to Other Businesses Online

B2B eCommerce websites are different from B2C websites in its core functionality. Instead of focusing on sales of individual products to customers, the platforms focus on serving businesses and dealing with products in bulk. Catering to manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers and suppliers, B2B websites sell goods and services directly to businesses, often in bulk. Products may vary from fully finished products that are ready to sell or raw products which can be assembled to create a finished product. When it comes to functionality, B2B platforms focus on negotiated pricing, bulk ordering and tiered pricing systems. Payment gateways are often integrated to allow credit-based payments. The buying cycle of a B2B website is often longer and more strategic, which needs a different approach to marketing and sales, focusing on operational needs rather than impulse buying.

Some of the well-known B2B commerce sites include IndiaMART, Alibaba, Udaan and Amazon Business.

Pros of B2B eCommerce websites

B2B eCommerce websites usually have a high order volume, usually in 100,000s or more, while some of the B2B websites range from ₹20,000 per transaction. The average transaction of a B2B website is often not less than ₹10,000. This ensures higher profits. In terms of relationships with customers/businesses, they are almost always long-term contracts with ongoing supplier relations, creating recurring revenue for the eCommerce websites. With efficient B2B order management systems and streamlined workflow, systems are able to handle quotations, custom pricing and logistics through the website.

Cons of B2B eCommerce websites

B2B eCommerce websites are more complex and this is reflected in the complex navigation systems that require custom proposals, multiple decision-makers and flexible pricing. The target market is also small since it’s focused on businesses and manufacturers only, and not the wide pool of consumers. The sales usually take months since decision-making in business takes time. The journey from enquiry to sale is often longer than any B2C business website.

B2B websites are best for manufacturers, usually with multiple products or raw products, distributors and wholesalers managing and moving bulk products and industrial suppliers providing equipment or raw material to other businesses.

C2C eCommerce Platforms – Connecting Consumers Directly

C2C websites are not as common as B2C and B2B websites. C2C websites are designed for consumers to sell goods to consumers. They connect consumers to each other, sometimes offering a payment method to smooth the transactions. You can buy or sell goods or services directly from one another. These platforms in most cases act as an intermediary providing digital services or products, with infrastructure for listing, communications and sometimes payment processing, while the actual transaction may take place between users.

Most of the C2C platforms are community-driven with informal ways of making deals, making them an ideal platform for resale of second-hand goods, vintage items, collectibles and DIY products. Some of the best-known C2C platforms include OLX, eBay and Facebook Marketplace.

Pros and cons of C2C eCommerce platforms

C2C platforms are expensive to create but offer a low overhead cost with no inventory maintenance, warehousing or supply chain needs. The users usually take care of their own listings and logistics. They are also open to a large community, making them a lucrative place to sell products, increasing the chances of successful sales. Ideal for unique products like collectibles and antiques, C2C websites are also great for second-hand products and handcrafted products and hobbyists.

On the downside, there is limited control over transactions with problems such as guaranteed product quality, delivery and trust issues. Sellers may put in a product for sale, but buyers find it difficult to trust these customers with only reviews to guide them through. Customer service for C2C websites is almost non-existent unlike B2B and B2C websites, and C2C offers very minimal dispute resolutions.

C2B eCommerce Websites – When Consumers Offer Services to Businesses

C2B eCommerce websites, or customer-to-business eCommerce models, flip the traditional B2C relationship. The business focuses on individuals who offer products and services to businesses for a project or on a contract basis. More common in the service industry, this model is often referred to as reverse eCommerce and has seen an explosive growth in recent years. Freelancer marketplaces are the most prominent examples of this model where individuals monetise their skills by pitching to businesses who need their services.

Some of the popular platforms include Fiverr, Upwork and DesignCrowd – all services in the IT industry.

Pros and Cons of C2B Ecommerce Platforms
High Competition and Price: C2B platforms can be highly competitive, with multiple service providers bidding from all over the world to provide one particular service. This can cause a race to drive the price to the bottom, often creating problems. The quality of the service provided too is not consistent, as various players come with various experiences, bidding on jobs that may require precision and expertise. Users are also subject to platform policies and rules which affect earnings and visibility. On the bright side, the platform grows through user contribution and is marketed automatically. For businesses, C2B models are often cost-efficient, and they can tap into the global pool of talent. This empowers freelancers, consultants, and creatives to earn on their own terms, building a personal brand.

The C2B model is best for websites related to freelancers, consultants, coaches, and digital service providers. Some services like Elancer (freelancers.com), Upwork, and Fiverr are multi-million dollar companies and have helped build a marketplace that thrives on user-generated services.

D2C eCommerce Stores – Brands Going Direct
Direct-to-consumer eCommerce websites are a disruptive model of the B2C model, catering to the consumer directly from a brand or a manufacturer. Brands sell their products directly to consumers, bypassing traditional middlemen, retailers, and wholesalers. This allows more control over the brand experience and establishes the product the way the brand owners think fit. Cutting out intermediaries allows full control over the customer experience, pricing, and data apart from branding itself, helping brands understand customers’ needs and adjust the products and marketing according to the needs. The D2C model is growing rapidly and becoming a popular eCommerce model across private label brands, niche product creators, and startups.

Some of the notable direct-to-consumer eCommerce websites include Mamaearth, Warby Parker, and Glossier, each with their own branding, selling directly to consumers.

Benefits of D2C Ecommerce Stores
D2C businesses have complete control over brand experience. From packaging to post-sale engagement, everything reflects on their brand identity. The margins are better with no cuts to distributors, retailers, and wholesalers, and the customer data is completely owned by the brand, helping understand customer behaviour, preferences, and feedback. D2C businesses also create a tailored marketing strategy with hyper-targeted campaigns on social media, emails, and retargeting to achieve better reach and brand identity.

Drawbacks of D2C Ecommerce Stores
Direct-to-consumer eCommerce websites require heavy marketing investment on ads, SEO, influencers, and content. Creating a brand online requires significant time and resources. They are also required to manage their own logistics and fulfilment, which includes warehousing, shipping, customer service, and more. This could become resource-intensive fast. They are also slow during the early stages, and growth could take anywhere between 6 months to one year.

Who is the D2C Model Ecommerce Website Best For?
D2C eCommerce is best for people who have a unique story to tell and are willing to invest in their product in terms of time and money. Brands need to understand that this is not an overnight model where you invest money and get the required sales and recognition. Growth is slow. They are also great for companies that have a niche product like handicrafts, eco-friendly or vegan products, catering to a specific customer segment. If you are a private label brand selling to a niche audience, the D2C model is often the best path to take.

Multi-Vendor Marketplaces – Hosting Multiple Sellers
Multi-vendor stores are like a mall or a hypermarket online which sells a wide range of products from various brands and various vendors. These brands rely on other companies, manufacturers, and businesses to stock their product, with mostly no inventory stocking. Unlike D2C, which is very similar, multi-vendor marketplaces allow other sellers to sell on their platforms. Examples include Myntra, Amazon, Flipkart, Etsy, and a lot more.

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Before we delve any further, let’s understand the basic difference between WooCommerce and Shopify.

Shopify vs WooCommerce Key Differences

Hosting: Shopify is hosted on the Shopify server with Shopify handling everything on their server. You pay for the entire package of your website + hosting and often the domain name too. WooCommerce, on the other hand, is self-hosted. You manage the hosting, emails, and everything involved with your ecommerce store. While this gives you more control, this is also a problem, especially with small stores who do not want to get involved in hosting issues, slow servers and downtime.

Ease of Use: Shopify offers an easy-to-use interface with drag and drop components. The platform requires minimal coding expertise and is perfect for beginners and intermediate level programming knowledge to achieve most tasks which are required. While the interface requires coding expertise for more complicated tasks, most tasks are easily achieved by the easy-to-use interface. WooCommerce, on the other hand, is flexible but needs a bit of technical knowledge and know-how of programming to implement features.

Customization: Shopify is more restrained and limited by the platform itself. There are extensive app options but customization is challenging unless you are a programmer and understand the Shopify platform. WooCommerce, on the other hand, is open source and has unlimited customization options with full code access. This makes WooCommerce a more preferred option among coders who are looking to tailor an application precisely to client needs.

Cost: Shopify comes with a monthly subscription plan. Themes cost extra and there is an app option available. Over time, Shopify does become more expensive but this could vary based on the benefits Shopify provides, which includes hosting provided by the platform. On the contrary, WooCommerce is a plugin which is free and can be integrated with WordPress. Hosting is often a very small fraction of the cost and themes and plugins may come free or at a price, depending on the plugin itself. Most plugins by WooCommerce itself cost anywhere between 30 and 100 dollars. While this can be coded if your programmers have expertise in the platform.

Apps and Plugins: Shopify has a repository of 8000+ ecommerce-focused plugins and apps which are ready to use and can be integrated with your store effortlessly. WooCommerce, on the other hand, has over 900 extensions and over 59,000 plugins which come with WordPress. Both of them are robust enough. While Shopify focuses more on the ecommerce platform, WooCommerce is more a blogging platform with an ecommerce interface providing more flexibility.

Support: Shopify surpasses WooCommerce when it comes to support. A 24/7 support team is always available to you in case of any problems. Just a call or email away, Shopify provides excellent customer service and support you require for technical problems. WooCommerce, on the other end, relies solely on community support with no official agents. In most cases, you will be left to search for solutions (which are abundant) by your own. Replies and support time may vary with WooCommerce but in the case of Shopify, support is reliable.

Scalability: Shopify stores are scalable. You can grow your store seamlessly with zero efforts from your side. All the features which are required are managed by Shopify itself, making it very resourceful and reliable. You don’t have to worry about shifting servers, adding memory, or disk space. All is done by Shopify. In the case of WooCommerce, it is self-hosted and you are required to manage your application yourself. This could be limited to the skillset of your developer and administrators. If you do have a good team, you could scale WooCommerce stores to host 100, 1000, or even more products, add features and there is no limit. But with a poor setup, you may be restricting yourself to less than 20 or 30 products in most cases.

Security: Shopify ensures your websites are secure with SSL and automatic updates. You do not have to worry about security when it comes to Shopify. This is completely managed by Shopify itself. WooCommerce, on the other hand, is not hands-free. You are responsible for the SSL certificates and renewing them in time. You need to install the updates and ensure the security of your website yourself. This may come with some support from the web host company.

SEO: One of the biggest drawbacks to Shopify is the limitations it has when it comes to customization which affects SEO. Though the platform is SEO-friendly, it provides very little control over the SEO features itself, making it difficult for SEO professionals to work on the platform. WooCommerce, on the other hand, provides extensive support with SEO plugins and hosting, making it a preferred platform for people who look to do their own SEO.

Local UAE Support: When it comes to localising your web store, you need to consider payment gateway support, language support and a lot more. Shopify has a good base in UAE, providing a great amount of support for UAE stores. WooCommerce is on par with Shopify when it comes to localisation and it is very flexible. On the downside, you need to localise your stores yourself, which may require expertise.

Why Shopify for Stores in UAE

Shopify has a good presence in the UAE with over 11,000 stores already running on Shopify. The customisation is easy and already standardized. Businesses in the UAE prefer Shopify due to the ease of setup, secure hosting, local payment options and scalability. Shopify has an active customer base of over 11,000 businesses running on the platform, making it a go-to option for most businesses. Setting up a Shopify store in Dubai usually takes a day or a week depending on the complexity of the website. The local payments supported include Telr, PayTabs and a lot more. With 24/7 support, businesses prefer Shopify in Dubai, especially those looking to scale rapidly.

Why WooCommerce for Businesses in Dubai

WooCommerce is a more cost-effective solution. The open-source platform allows unlimited customization options for those with technical skills. Being a part of WordPress integration ensures seamless integration to manage your website and store in one place. The platform also allows free SEO control with plugins which are free and paid. Though the support is community-based, most problems already have a documented solution. WooCommerce, in most cases, is best suited for people who have a developers team handy and can handle technical issues related to hosting. While WooCommerce allows a lot of space for improvement and customization, it is completely dependent on the team of developers and admins in your organization.

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This article discusses some of the best payment gateway platforms in India in 2025. We chose these platforms based on one developer-friendly API, international payment acceptance, transaction fees, real-time analytics, QR code payments, UPI integration, net banking facilities, and more. While most of the platforms do provide basic e-commerce payments, some payment gateways provide POS systems, retail payments, advanced fintech solutions, and B2B payment gateways. 

PhonePe – Leading Payment Processor For Ecommerce in India

PhonePe is a payment processing provider that allows businesses to start free (for a limited period), after which it charges 1.95% of the transaction amount as a transaction fee. There is no setup fee. The setup is easy and comes with easy integration. The support is excellent, with personalized support for document verification, website changes to comply with the standards, secure and compliant, and multiple payment gateways, including UPI, credit, debit cards, and net banking. The dashboard is exhaustive and comes with a wide range of features like dynamic QR code creation for payments, autopay, quick checkout, and pay on delivery. PhonePe payment gateway is easy to integrate on Shopify, WooCommerce, and OpenCart, and most e-commerce frameworks with customization possibilities are exhaustive with the light SDKs and flexible APIs.

GPay – Simplify Digital Transactions, Everywhere You Go.

Google Pay (GPay) is a leading payment gateway provider in India with constant updates and changes to its platform. Backed by Google, Google Pay does not charge an installation fee or setup fee. It supports a wide range of frameworks and is customizable. Google Pay payments are directly deposited to your bank account and have no delay when it comes to receiving payments to your account. The setup will require a professional, though basic integration is available through plugins. Google Pay comes with features like buy now, pay later, and strong customer authentication. Google Pay comes with some of the best features when it comes to checkout performance, including the availability of payment methods stored in Google platforms by the users, which helps speed up the checkout process and increase sales.

Razorpay – Seamless Online Payment Solutions for Businesses.

Razorpay allows payment through websites, apps, and social media websites. Easy to integrate and one of the oldest, time-tested payment providers in India, Razorpay accepts UPI payments and POS solutions and provides a wide range of features, including tax payments. One of the best payment gateways for businesses, Razorpay provides instant settlement. Razorpay is easy to set up with a no-code interface and comes with plugins for Shopify, WooCommerce, and all prominent e-commerce frameworks. 

Paytm – Digital Wallet for Payments, Recharges, and More!

Paytm is one of the leading UPI payment providers in India and has now online payment gateway services too. Easy to integrate with plugins for all e-commerce platforms, Paytm allows payments through UPI, credit cards, and online banking and allows EMI features. The documentation and onboarding features are stringent and may take up to 2 weeks to get approved through Paytm, but once onboarded, the process is swift and integration is easy. The dashboard for Business features allows great customizability and provides detailed reporting features. Recurring payments are easy to integrate, and EMI on cards does not require any additional integration. 

CCAvenue – Comprehensive Global Payment Gateway Services

CCAvenue is one of the oldest payment gateways in India, accepting over 200 types of payment modes, including net banking, UPI, prepaid instruments, credit, and debit cards. CCAvenue allows multiple currency processing, mobile payments, and dynamic routing for banking performance. Integration is relatively easy with plenty of plugins for WooCommerce, Shopify, OpenCart, and other e-commerce platforms. CCAvenue also has their own storefront you can use if you do not have a website, which could help when promoting on social media platforms. 

PayU – Online Payment Gateway That Works for You.

PayU online payment gateways are easy to set up and provide unique features like instant refunds, recurring payments, and native OTP. Accept payments online through a website or an app easily. The integration is easy, and the onboarding process is easy and fully online with a simple, easy documentation process. PayU charges 2-3 percent depending on the cards used. UPI payments are free, and an 18% GST on the charges is extra. Settlement is done 2 days after the transaction. PayU allows easy integration with WooCommerce, Shopify, and most e-commerce platforms.

Cashfree – Streamline Online Payments with Instant Payouts

Cashfree allows easy and fast onboarding, faster payments, and excellent support. A great option for the Shopify platform, Cashfree also supports website and app payments through RESTful APIs, plugins, and SDKs. Cashfree accepts UPI, credit and debit cards, wallets, cash on delivery (COD), and BNPL (book now, pay later) features. You can also accept payments through SMS, WhatsApp, or social media platforms with easy-to-create and share payment links. Cashfree accepts international payments with over 100 currency supports. Unique features include recovery of abandoned orders and reduced RTO to increase conversion rate. 

Instamojo – Empowering SMEs with Easy Online Payments.

Instamojo is an online e-commerce platform and a payment gateway service for e-commerce businesses. Instamojo allows you to create your own website using their platform or integrate their payment gateway into your website in WooCommerce, Shopify, or any other platform. The platform offers good customizability, and their payment gateway can be tailored to your needs. Payment settlements take 3 days, and online payments range from Google Pay, UPI, net banking, and debit and credit cards. They also provide EMI and pay-later options.

Billdesk – our Trusted Platform for Recurring Bill Payments

Billdesk is a payment aggregator solution that allows 150+ payment methods to accept payments through apps and websites. Billdesk allows recurring payment solutions, cross-border payments, and tokenization. The onboarding process is easy, and they provide 24/7 support. ? Billdesk is one of the oldest payment gateways in India with an intuitive dashboard, insights for action, and more control to the user. 

Mobikwik – Digital Wallet for Hassle-Free Payments.

Located in Gurgaon, Mobikwik offers a wide range of payment methods, including QR codes, UPI, cards, and wallets. Mobikwik offers instant settlement and offers loans and credits across India. Their branded platform Zaakpay provides easy onboarding and intuitive dashboards with an all-in-one payment solution to receive funds anywhere, any time. The platform is developer-friendly with easy integration features and plugins for all major e-commerce platforms. 

BharatPe – Zero-Fee UPI Payment Solutions for Merchants.

BharatPe is founded by Ashneer Grover, a leading entrepreneur, and located in Delhi. BharatPe was the first to introduce buy now, pay later features in payment gateways. BharatPe has some of the best payment solutions, including a POS system with an all-in-one payment device. BharatPe works on UPI payments only for online transactions, and integration could be difficult. 

FreechargePG – Recharge and Pay with One Digital Wallet.

FreechargePG is a payment gateway backed by Axis Bank with a wide range of features. Accepting over 100+ payment options, a quick and easy onboarding process, and 24/7 tech support, Freecharge is a reliable and secure payment gateway for businesses, especially if you are an Axis Bank customer. The platform allows seamless integration features. They offer 365-day settlement features, which allow zero delays for your payments. Integration requires a developer.

Juspay – Effortless Payment Processing for Your Business.

Juspay is not a payment gateway but a payment processing provider specializing in simplifying the checkout process for online transactions. They provide API integration and innovative payment technologies to cater to businesses from e-commerce to financial services providers. Key features include multi-payment gateway support for UPI, smart routing, and SDKs for mobile app analytics. Trusted by platforms like Amazon, Flipkart, and Swiggy, Juspay is a good option for large e-commerce stores looking to optimize their payment processing and checkout system.

NTT Data – Integrated Payment Solutions Across Platforms

Atom technologies, Now NTT Data is a payment processing company and a leading payment service provider in Asia with over 100 payment modes supported. The payment gateway allows IMPS, NTFS, RTGS Bharat QR Scan and pay, net banking, credit cards, and debit cards payment options. Key features include easy retry options for failed transactions, invoice payment through email or SMS, and multibank EMI options. The payment gateway is easy to integrate and provides installation and integration kits for 25 supported platforms. 

SBI Epay – Your Digital Bank for Secure Payments

SBI Epay is a payment gateway by SBI, the largest banking organization in India. The platform allows multiple payment modes, international credit cards, and UPI. The integration is relatively easy, but plugins are not available for most platforms. Supported in Java, PHP, .NET, and Python platforms, the integration requires developers with skills. Onboarding could be hard and requires extensive documentation.

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