> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.visita.co.za/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Seller Onboarding

> Getting started as a seller on Visita

# Seller Onboarding

Start selling to your local community in minutes.

## Prerequisites

Before you start, you need:

* A Visita account (sign up at `visita.co.za/auth/sign-up`)
* Basic business information (name, description)
* At least one product or service to offer

## Step-by-Step Setup

<Steps>
  <Step title="Access Seller Dashboard">
    Go to `visita.co.za/seller/onboarding` to begin
  </Step>

  <Step title="Business Details">
    Enter your business name, description, and category

    <Tip>Choose a clear, memorable name that describes what you do</Tip>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Link Directory Listing (Optional)">
    If your business is already in our directory, you can **claim** it:

    * Search for your business name
    * Verify ownership
    * Link to your seller profile
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Selling Ward">
    Choose which ward you primarily serve. Your products will appear in that ward's marketplace first.

    <Info>You can serve other wards too, but your "Home Ward" gets priority listing</Info>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Your First Product">
    * Upload product photos (clear, well-lit)
    * Set price in ZAR
    * Add description
    * Set stock quantity
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Store">
    Customize your store:

    * Upload logo
    * Add cover image
    * Write an "About" section
  </Step>
</Steps>

## After Onboarding

Once complete, you have access to:

| Feature       | Location            | Purpose                |
| ------------- | ------------------- | ---------------------- |
| **Products**  | `/seller/products`  | Manage catalog         |
| **Store**     | `/seller/store`     | Configure appearance   |
| **Ads**       | `/seller/ads`       | Create campaigns       |
| **Customers** | `/seller/customers` | View orders, add notes |
| **Services**  | `/seller/services`  | Premium features       |

## Verification

For enhanced trust, consider:

* **Adding a verified phone number**
* **Linking your Google Business profile**
* **Getting customer reviews**

Verified sellers get a badge and higher marketplace ranking.