E-commerce
How to Start an E-commerce Website in Sri Lanka: Step by Step
From product list and payments to delivery and launch, the practical steps to start selling online in Sri Lanka.
மேலும் படிக்கE-commerce
Building a Multi-vendor Marketplace in Sri Lanka
Marketplaces bring many sellers onto one platform, earning commission on each sale. They are more complex than a single store, so plan carefully.
Decide your niche
Successful marketplaces usually start narrow, handmade goods, local food producers, electronics, then expand once both sellers and buyers trust the platform.
Core features
- Vendor registration and approval
- Vendor dashboards for products and orders
- Commission rules by vendor or category
- Split payments or scheduled payouts
- Reviews and dispute handling
Logistics
Decide whether vendors ship themselves or you collect and dispatch. Each model changes the checkout, delivery fees and returns process.
Payments and payouts
Plan how you’ll collect payments and pay vendors, and check what your payment gateway supports for marketplace models.
Frequently asked questions
WooCommerce or custom for a marketplace?
WooCommerce with a marketplace extension works for a pilot. As volume and custom rules grow, a custom build becomes worthwhile.
How long does a marketplace take to build?
A focused first version usually takes six to twelve weeks.