Getting started

What you need to start selling

3 min read Updated 22 Jun 2026 Applies to all plans

You need surprisingly little to get started — an email or mobile number and a few product details. Everything else, including GSTIN and a custom domain, can be added later. Here’s the full checklist.

The essentials

To create your store and start selling, you only need:

  • A work email or mobile number to sign up (verified by OTP).
  • Your business name and category.
  • At least one product — a photo, a price, and stock count.
  • A pickup address so couriers know where to collect parcels.

For taking payments

  • A Razorpay account (you can create one during setup).
  • Your business PAN and bank account for Razorpay KYC.

For shipping

  • A Shiprocket account to connect (Shiprocket routes across multiple couriers).
  • Default package weight and dimensions for accurate rates.

Nice to have — add anytime

None of these block your launch. Add them when you’re ready:

  • GSTIN — for GST-format invoices and input tax credit.
  • A custom domain — or start on a free QuicShop subdomain.
  • WhatsApp Business number for order updates and campaigns.

Got the essentials? You’re ready to go — follow Launch your store in 60 minutes.

Frequently asked

Do I need a GSTIN to launch?

No. You can launch and start selling without a GSTIN and add it later. Once added, invoices switch to the GST-compliant format automatically.

Do I need my own domain?

No. You can start on a free QuicShop subdomain and connect a custom domain whenever you're ready.

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