Investment: R2,999 - 00 per Month

Launch, Manage, and Grow Your Online Store Without the High Upfront Cost

The E-Commerce Rental Website package is designed for businesses that want to sell products online through a professional, secure, and fully managed online store. Instead of investing R20,000 to R60,000+ in a once-off e-commerce website, you pay one affordable monthly fee while Polai Digital Hub designs, hosts, secures, maintains, and continuously supports your online store.

Whether you're starting a new online business or expanding an existing retail store into e-commerce, this package provides the tools you need to sell 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Your online store is more than just a website—it's a complete digital sales platform designed to help you reach more customers, increase sales, and grow your business.

Perfect For

The E-Commerce Rental Website is ideal for:

• Retail stores

• Clothing boutiques

• Shoe stores

• Grocery stores

• Hardware stores

• Computer and electronics shops

• Furniture stores

• Pharmacies

• Beauty and cosmetic shops

• Jewellery stores

• Gift shops

• Pet stores

• Sports equipment stores

• Agricultural suppliers

• Bookstores

• Stationery shops

• Auto parts businesses

• Food and beverage businesses

• Manufacturers selling directly to customers

• Wholesalers

• Importers and distributors

Monthly Investment

R2,999 - 00 per Month

What's Included

• Professionally designed online store

• Secure website hosting

• Domain management

• SSL Security Certificate

• Technical support

• Monthly maintenance

• Software updates

• Security monitoring

• Website backups

• Performance optimisation

Everything required to operate your online store is managed by Polai Digital Hub.

Detailed Features

Professional Online Store Design

Your online store is custom-designed to reflect your brand and encourage customers to buy.

Includes

• Modern homepage

• Custom branding

• Professional colour scheme

• Product-focused layouts

• High-quality graphics

• Mobile-first design

• User-friendly navigation

• Conversion-focused design

• Clear call-to-action buttons

Benefits

• Creates a professional first impression

• Builds customer trust

• Improves shopping experience

• Increases sales opportunities

Up to 100 Products

Your package includes setup for up to 100 products.

Each product can include:

• Product name

• SKU (Stock Keeping Unit)

• Product description

• Product specifications

• Product images

• Sale price

• Regular price

• Stock quantity

• Product categories

• Product tags

• Product variations (such as size or colour)

• Product weight and dimensions

• Downloadable products (if applicable)

Benefits

• Well-organised product catalogue

• Easier product management

• Better customer experience

• Improved search visibility for products

Product Categories & Collections

Organise your products into easy-to-browse categories.

Examples:

• Laptops

• Printers

• Ink & Toner

• Office Furniture

• Stationery

• CCTV Systems

• Solar Products

• Networking Equipment

• Accessories

• Promotional Specials

Benefits

• Makes shopping easier

• Helps customers quickly find products

• Improves navigation and user experience

Advanced Product Search

Allow customers to quickly locate products using:

• Product name

• Category

• Brand

• SKU

• Keyword search

• Product filters

• Price range filters

Benefits

• Faster shopping experience

• Higher customer satisfaction

• Increased conversion rates

Shopping Cart

Customers can:

• Add products

• Remove products

• Update quantities

• Save products for later (optional)

• View totals before checkout

Benefits

• Easy order management

• Improved shopping experience

Secure Checkout

The checkout process is designed to be simple, fast, and secure.

Customers can:

• Enter delivery details

• Choose shipping methods

• Apply discount codes

• Review their order

• Complete payment securely

Benefits

• Reduces abandoned carts

• Builds customer confidence

• Encourages repeat purchases

Payment Gateway Integration

Connect your online store to trusted payment providers.

Examples include:

• PayFast

• Peach Payments

• Ozow

• Yoco

• Payflex (subject to approval and compatibility)

Customers can pay using supported methods such as:

• Credit cards

• Debit cards

• Instant EFT

• Digital wallets (where supported)

Benefits

• Secure online payments

• Faster order processing

• Convenient payment options for customers

Transaction fees charged by payment providers are separate from your monthly website rental.

Customer Accounts

Customers can create secure accounts to:

• Save delivery addresses

• View previous orders

• Track current orders

• Manage personal information

• Save favourite products (optional)

• Reorder previous purchases

Benefits

• Faster future purchases

• Improved customer loyalty

• Better shopping experience

Inventory Management

Monitor your stock in real time.

Features

• Product quantities

• Low-stock alerts

• Out-of-stock notifications

• Automatic stock updates after purchases

• Inventory reports

Benefits

• Prevents overselling

• Improves stock control

• Saves time

Product Reviews & Ratings

Allow verified customers to leave reviews.

Includes

• Star ratings

• Written reviews

• Review moderation

• Featured testimonials

Benefits

• Builds trust

• Influences buying decisions

• Improves search engine visibility

Discount Coupons & Promotions

Create promotional campaigns with:

• Percentage discounts

• Fixed amount discounts

• Free shipping offers

• First-time customer promotions

• Seasonal specials

• Coupon expiry dates

Benefits

• Increases sales

• Encourages repeat purchases

• Attracts new customers

Order Management Dashboard

Manage every order from one place.

Track

• New orders

• Paid orders

• Processing orders

• Shipped orders

• Completed orders

• Cancelled orders

• Refunded orders

Benefits

• Efficient order processing

• Better customer service

• Simplified administration

Shipping Configuration

Configure delivery options based on your business model.

Options include

• Flat-rate shipping

• Free shipping thresholds

• Local delivery

• Store collection

• Courier integration (where supported)

• Shipping zones

Benefits

• Flexible delivery options

• Clear shipping costs

• Improved customer satisfaction

WhatsApp Ordering Support

Provide customers with another convenient way to contact your business.

Features

• Floating WhatsApp button

• Product enquiry links

• Pre-filled enquiry messages

• Customer support

Benefits

• Faster communication

• Increased customer confidence

• More sales enquiries

Google Shopping Ready

Prepare your product catalogue for advertising through Google Shopping (subject to meeting platform requirements).

Benefits

• Greater product visibility

• Increased website traffic

• Higher-quality purchase intent

Facebook & Instagram Shop Integration

Connect your online store with your Meta business channels.

Benefits

• Showcase products on Facebook and Instagram

• Direct customers to your website

• Support social commerce campaigns

Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)

Your online store is built with SEO best practices.

Product SEO

• SEO-friendly product URLs

• Product meta titles

• Product meta descriptions

• Optimised product images

• Category optimisation

• Internal linking

Technical SEO

• XML sitemap

• Robots.txt

• Mobile optimisation

• Secure HTTPS

• Fast page loading

• Structured product data (Schema)

Benefits

• Better visibility in search engines

• More organic traffic

• Increased product discovery

Google Analytics & Search Console

Monitor how your online store performs.

Track

• Website visitors

• Sales performance

• Popular products

• Traffic sources

• Conversion rates

• Customer behaviour

• Search performance

These insights help you make informed business decisions.

Monthly Maintenance

Your monthly subscription includes ongoing maintenance such as:

• Software updates

• Plugin updates

• Bug fixes

• Performance checks

• Compatibility testing

• Database optimisation

This helps ensure your store remains stable and secure.

Security Protection

Your store is protected through:

• SSL encryption

• Firewall configuration

• Malware scanning

• Spam protection

• Login security

• Security monitoring

• Regular backups

Benefits

• Protects customer information

• Safeguards business data

• Helps maintain customer trust

Monthly Product & Content Updates

Each month, we include up to 5 product or content updates, such as:

• Adding new products (within the package allowance)

• Updating prices

• Changing product descriptions

• Replacing product images

• Creating promotional banners

• Updating business information

Additional updates can be added through a maintenance add-on if required.

Technical Support

Receive expert assistance with:

• Website issues

• Payment gateway queries

• Product management guidance

• Technical troubleshooting

• Minor website adjustments

• Hosting support

Why Choose the E-Commerce Rental Website?

✔ Sell online without paying a large upfront development fee

✔ Professionally designed online store that reflects your brand

✔ Secure hosting, maintenance, backups, and technical support included

✔ Mobile-friendly shopping experience for customers on any device

✔ Built-in tools for inventory, orders, payments, and promotions

✔ SEO-ready to help customers find your products online

✔ Easy to manage and scalable as your catalogue grows

✔ Ongoing updates and expert support from Polai Digital Hub

✔ Designed to increase online sales, improve customer experience, and support long-term business growth

With the E-Commerce Rental Website, you gain a professionally managed online store that allows you to focus on sourcing products, serving customers, and growing your business while Polai Digital Hub takes care of the technology behind your success.