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Ecommerce website design
Online stores built for South African shoppers.
Fast, mobile-first ecommerce websites with local payment gateways, courier integration and WhatsApp order updates. Built to sell, not just to look good.
- From R18,500 fixed
- Quote within 24 hours
- You own everything
Quick answer
Rainbow Web Designers builds ecommerce websites for South African businesses from R18,500, including PayFast, Yoco or Ozow checkout, courier integration with The Courier Guy, Pargo or Aramex, and WhatsApp order alerts. Typical SA agencies charge R25,000 to R80,000 for a comparable store.
What you get
Courier integration
Live shipping rates and tracking with The Courier Guy, Pargo, Aramex or Bob Go.
WhatsApp order alerts
Order confirmations and delivery updates on WhatsApp, where customers actually read them.
Fast product pages
Optimised images and lean code so products load quickly on mobile data.
What makes a South African online store convert
South African shoppers are cautious online. They want to see delivery costs early, pay with a method they recognise and know they can reach a real person. Our stores show shipping estimates on product pages, display trusted payment logos at checkout, and put WhatsApp support one tap away.
We keep checkout short: guest checkout, address autocomplete, clear delivery options and no surprise fees on the last step. Every store includes Google Analytics 4 ecommerce tracking so you can see exactly where sales come from.
Ecommerce website pricing
A full online store starts at R18,500. Add it to a Business or Growth website if you also need service pages, or run it standalone. Monthly care plans from R450 keep plugins, payments and security up to date. Read our website cost guide for a full breakdown.
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How much does an ecommerce website cost in South Africa?
Most South African agencies charge R25,000 to R80,000 for a custom online store. Rainbow builds ecommerce websites from R18,500 including local payment gateways and courier integration.
Which payment gateways do you support?
PayFast, Yoco, Ozow, Peach Payments and manual EFT. We help you choose based on fees and your customers' preferences.
Can customers get order updates on WhatsApp?
Yes. We can send order confirmations, payment receipts and delivery updates through the official WhatsApp Business API.
Can I manage products myself?
Yes. You get an easy admin area to add products, change prices, manage stock and process orders, plus a training session.
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