ELIXMODE Blog

Guides for D2C Sellers in India

Practical advice on starting, building, and growing your online brand — written from Bengaluru, for India.

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Founders Story
Two Teenagers. One Broken Problem. Zero Excuses.
How we tried to sell online at 16, hit a ₹35,000/month wall, and decided to build India's first AI-native ecommerce platform instead.
By Sharique & Arsh·May 2026·7 min read
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D2C Guide
How to Start a D2C Brand in India in 2026
A complete step-by-step guide — from idea to first sale. No agency, no developer, no ₹50,000 setup fee.
10 min read·June 2026
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Platform Comparison
Shopify vs ELIXMODE — Which Is Better for Indian Sellers?
An honest, detailed breakdown of pricing, features, WhatsApp support, and what actually works for D2C brands in India.
12 min read·June 2026
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No-Code Guide
How to Sell Online Without Coding in India
You don't need a developer or a degree in tech. Here's exactly how to go from idea to live store — zero code required.
9 min read·June 2026
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Platform Guide
Best Ecommerce Platform for Indian D2C Sellers in 2026
Shopify, WooCommerce, Dukaan, Instamojo, ELIXMODE — reviewed and ranked for Indian sellers who want to actually sell.
11 min read·June 2026
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WhatsApp Commerce
WhatsApp Commerce Guide for D2C Brands in India
500 million WhatsApp users in India. Here's how to turn the app your customers already use into your best sales channel.
10 min read·June 2026