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How to build an online store without writing a line of code

26 July 2026

How to build an online store without writing a line of code

E-COMMERCE

Selling online without hiring a developer

A no-code store builder lets you publish a full storefront in an afternoon.

What selling online requires in South Africa

Every South African store must display its CIPC registration and clear sale terms. Card payment is the dominant method.

Getting started, in numbers

7

days free trial on every Wommerce plan

~$15-25

per year for a .co.za domain

~2.5-3%

payment fee per card sale

A few hours

for a full catalog

What it should include from day one

Automatic legal text

CIPC registration and terms, not an afterthought.

Compliant cookie notice

Real consent.

Built-in card payment

No complicated redirects.

Local courier integration

Avoids manual data entry.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a CIPC registration to sell online?

Yes, for regular commercial activity in South Africa.

Can I do this without a developer?

Yes, for a standard store.

Am I charged during the trial?

No. Your card is needed to start the trial; the first payment is taken when the trial ends.

Try Wommerce free for 7 days.

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