Wazala! is a new web-based storefront created by some clever folks in
Los Angeles. One of the key benefits to Wazala! is your web store is
optimized for the web as well as for mobile devices. According to the
Wazala! website, you can set up your site in 15 minutes. The free
version appears in a separate floating window. With the paid accounts
you can also embed/integrate the shop into your actual web page.
You can see sample e-commerce sites here, and you can check out the
pricing plans here. In addition there is a FREE store option here, but
you are limited to 5 items maximum and there are other restrictions.
But it’s a good way to get our feet wet and so we’ll explore this option.
The first thing required, and this is true of all the e-commerce
solutions, is you have to register. You can register for a 15 day trial for
any of their three paid plans, or you can get a free subscription. You
can always upgrade to a paid account later if you wish.
I’ve taken the first step and gone to the Signup page. Note that you can
also sign up with your Facebook, Google or Yahoo log on information.
I’m about to commit to the Free plan. I am calling my store 3D
Stereograms. My store web address will be 3dstereograms.wazala.com.
Not sure what this means, but I am sure all will be revealed in 15
minutes or less! The green text available indicates that this address is
not in use by another member. And I have specified my specialty as Art
& Design as I will be once again, offering my excellent stereogram
prints to the world. (Remember my prints are not really for sale).
NOTE: Do not use dashes or any other punctuation for the store
address because it will appear as Taken. Your guess is as good as
mine as to why this is. But you have been warned.
After you check the Agreement option check box and press Create My
Account you will be advised to expect an e-mail confirming your e-mail
address. When you receive the e-mail, click on the link and you’re good
to go. You also will have the opportunity to link your storefront to your
Facebook, Google, and/or Yahoo account.
The next step is to drag the Wazala! widget from the Designs Gallery
onto the page and sign in to our (your) new account and see what
exciting things await us (you). Are you ready?
OK I just did this and basically you get to your account page and there
is some introductory information. But this is not getting my
Stereograms into my gallery. And right now my free on-line story is
EMPTY and my 15 minute setup count down clock is ticking! So...
I clicked the my store link in the upper right and then clicked the Store
tab. I have uploaded my Store Logo and entered some information. You
can also add a store background color, or a background image, a link to
a Google Map, and various information relating to your store. Do add
real information, and not bogus information like mine. OK?
I have added my first item for sale by clicking Products and then New.
The options shown in blue text at the bottom are only available if you
sign up for a paid account. Click Save and then you can add your next
item. (Continued on the next page >).