You could advertise on WhatsApp?! Huh?

By June Sim · 16th March, 2015

You could advertise on WhatsApp?! Huh? | EasyStore
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WhatsApp Messenger & Its Role in Online Selling

WhatsApp Messenger is a widely used instant messaging app for smartphones. Initially operating under a subscription model, it became the world's most popular messaging app by October 2014, with over 600 million active users. Within three months, that number surged past 700 million.

On February 19, 2014, Facebook acquired WhatsApp for $19 billion—the largest venture capital-backed acquisition at the time.

WhatsApp is simple yet powerful, making it an excellent tool for both personal and business communication. If you allow potential customers to view and inquire about your products via WhatsApp, it enhances their shopping experience and increases conversion rates.

However, WhatsApp has a strict no-advertising policy. This is one of the key reasons for its widespread popularity, as users appreciate an ad-free experience. So, how can businesses leverage WhatsApp for marketing without violating its policies?

WhatsApp Marketing & EasyStore Integration

At EasyStore, we continuously seek opportunities to help our merchants grow their sales. We're excited to introduce a new feature—product syncing with WhatsApp! This will allow businesses to showcase their products seamlessly within WhatsApp conversations.

Stay tuned for our upcoming blog post, where we'll guide you through the process of syncing your products with WhatsApp!

Why Are Messaging Platforms Crucial for Sellers?

Messaging platforms have become the new social networks, with billions of conversations happening daily—each representing a potential sales opportunity.

Here’s why they matter:

  • Direct Marketing: Customers can share your products directly with their contacts, increasing brand exposure and potential sales.
  • Convenience: Buyers can inquire about products in real-time, making the shopping experience seamless.
  • Trust & Engagement: Personalized conversations foster trust, leading to higher conversion rates.

With the rise of conversational commerce, integrating messaging platforms like WhatsApp into your business strategy is more important than ever!

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Over 50,000 brands have grown their businesses by embracing unified customer experiences (UCX) strategy through EasyStore across multiple sales channels - online store, retail outlets, marketplaces, and social media, ensuring consistency in product and service offerings for a seamless shopping journey.

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