{"id":26378,"date":"2023-09-01T16:05:19","date_gmt":"2023-09-01T10:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/?p=26378"},"modified":"2023-09-01T16:05:19","modified_gmt":"2023-09-01T10:35:19","slug":"give-your-ecommerce-website-a-festive-flair","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/give-your-ecommerce-website-a-festive-flair\/","title":{"rendered":"7 quick tips to give your eCommerce website a festive flair"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like the festivities and decorations on the street, wouldn&#8217;t it be awesome if your online store gave off that same vibe? It&#8217;s finally that time of the year again! And we want you and your customers to enjoy the celebrations and shop till their hearts soar!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>But how do we go about infusing our website with the same festive magic? Start with:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lively banners<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cheerful colours<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An inviting atmosphere.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make your online store a hub of festive excitement for customers. Here are some quick tips with real examples on making your eCommerce website as captivating as the cherished celebrations you love.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Here are 7 tips for elevating your online store with festive flair\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Decorate your online store for the festive season and transform your digital space into a hub of celebration, making shopping a joyful experience for everyone. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Hero theme banners\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Think of banners as the welcome signs to your shop&#8217;s party. We&#8217;re talking big, colourful pictures that show off the festival\u2019s excitement.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Whether it&#8217;s rakhies for Raksha Bandhan, flowers for Onam, or diyas for Diwali, these banners set the festive mood.\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Design banners featuring festive elements like snowflakes, ornaments, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s called the &#8220;hero banner&#8221; for a reason. When your customer first lands on your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/?utm_source=imblog&amp;utm_medium=interlink&amp;utm_campaign=home_page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">eCommerce website<\/a>, this is the area that their eye will go to first,<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also use this space to highlight special offers, promotions, or events related to the season.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Boat Lifestyle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has provided an exemplary and visually appealing illustration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-26379 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-1024x538.png\" alt=\"Boat hero banner\" width=\"1024\" height=\"538\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-1024x538.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-768x403.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-380x200.png 380w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-800x420.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner-1160x609.png 1160w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Boat-hero-banner.png 1432w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Special festive-themed category names\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now, let&#8217;s take things up a notch and give your website sections a festive twist that&#8217;s simply enchanting.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead of regular boring names for your sections, let&#8217;s make them festive, and special! Imagine clicking on \u201cFunky Rakhies for Brothers\u201d or \u201cHandcrafted diyas.\u201d It&#8217;s like walking into a special festive aisle in a real store.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Make your product pages awesome<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>It&#8217;s important that your overall store looks cohesive and in line with the festive theme. Customers come to your store either because they searched for it (which is where SEO is important) or because they saw a specific product on social media and they now want to buy that specifically.<\/p>\n<p>In the second scenario, your product page becomes the star of the play.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few ways to ensure you have your customer&#8217;s attention when they show interest in a specific product:<\/p>\n<h4><b>1. Good-looking pics<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To decorate your online store for the festive season, do not ever forget to update your product pictures \u2013 clear and from different angles. Let shoppers zoom in for a closer look.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Update product images to align with the festive theme. The products could be placed\u00a0in festive settings or with relevant props.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An excellent example by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeecandlesindia.in\/product\/3835379\/laddoo-candles-set-of-6-b4cc5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bumblebee Candles<\/a>! Their Laddoo candles and their product images are honestly mouth-watering!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26401\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26401\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bumblebeecandlesindia.in\/product\/3835379\/laddoo-candles-set-of-6-b4cc5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-26401 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-1024x627.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-1024x627.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-768x470.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-380x233.png 380w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-800x490.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM-1160x710.png 1160w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Screenshot-2023-09-01-at-2.52.22-PM.png 1261w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26401\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Instamojo online store: Bumblebee Candles<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><b>2. Writing that hooks<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Write super descriptions. Tell the story of your products \u2013 how they&#8217;re great gifts, with a touch of festive magic.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Related read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/how-to-write-product-description\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How to write product descriptions that sell: tips + real examples<\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>3. Buttons that Say \u201cClick Me\u201d<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0Use bright and inviting buttons like \u201cAdd to Cart\u201d or \u201cBuy Now.\u201d Make it simple and easy.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Remember to follow the simple rules when creating CTA buttons. Do A\/B tests to see what colours, shapes or locations seem to be getting more clicks by your customers.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><b>Pro-tip: You can use the Warm Earth Tones or Contrasting Colour Palettes for designing your website.<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h2><strong>Festive-themed exit intent pop-ups\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have you ever almost closed a tab and then, surprise! A little box pops up. Well, those are <strong>exit pop-ups,<\/strong> and they can be like festive party invitations. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fill them with festive colours and offers. If visitors give you their email, they get secret festive deals, and you get to invite them to your party even if they leave your site.<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presenting a prime illustration of exit-intent pop-ups by <\/span><b>Biryani By Kilo<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that will certainly prompt you to reconsider closing the tab.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-full wp-image-26381 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Festive-themed-exit-intent-pop-ups-1.png\" alt=\"Festive themed exit intent pop-ups\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Festive-themed-exit-intent-pop-ups-1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Festive-themed-exit-intent-pop-ups-1-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Festive-themed-exit-intent-pop-ups-1-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Festive-themed-exit-intent-pop-ups-1-380x238.png 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Festive product launches\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Just like giving presents, launching new festive products is exciting! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hence, decorate your online store for the festive season by making a big deal out of these new product launches by putting them in front and centre. <\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Limited-time items, festive-themed stuff \u2013 it&#8217;s like giving customers a special festive gift.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>See how <a href=\"https:\/\/www.streekolkata.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Stree Kolkata<\/a> has launched a product catalogue, especially for the upcoming Navaratri season!<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_26382\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-26382\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.streekolkata.com\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-26382 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-1024x556.png\" alt=\"Stree Kolkata\" width=\"1024\" height=\"556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-1024x556.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-380x206.png 380w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-800x434.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata-1160x630.png 1160w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Stree-Kolkata.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-26382\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">An Instamojo online store: Stree Kolkata<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2><strong>Offer special sales\/discounts\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, everybody loves a good deal, especially during the festivals. People are in the mood already to shop. Give them a little incentive in the form of discount coupons or by holding special festive-themed sales! <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/papers.ssrn.com\/sol3\/Delivery.cfm\/SSRN_ID3398805_code2519140.pdf?abstractid=3398805\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> A survey done by a top research institute<\/a> actually showed <strong>how 56.673% of the respondents<\/strong> wait for a festival sale before they decide on purchasing a product.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Put these sales on banners, pop-ups, and pages all over your store, so everyone knows about them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related read: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/how-to-run-discount-sale-festive-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Offering festival discounts? Here\u2019s how to do it right<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See how <\/span><b>Happilo did it<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. For this Raksha Bandhan, they were offering a straight 32% discount on dry fruits! Look at the extremely festive banner that highlighted this offer.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>With people on the hunt for gifts and clothes, they would always be delighted if there were multiple coupon codes to choose from!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-26383 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--1024x453.png\" alt=\"Happilo for Special sales\/discounts \" width=\"1024\" height=\"453\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--1024x453.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--300x133.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--768x340.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--380x168.png 380w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--800x354.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts--1160x513.png 1160w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Happilo-for-Special-salesdiscounts-.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Additional festive elements around the website\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In addition to the above-mentioned additions, do not forget to add fun things like firecrackers or twinkling lights. It&#8217;s like adding festive decorations to your store.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>You can use simple snippets of code to insert these GIFs or animated decorations around your website.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don&#8217;t forget to use festive icons and backgrounds to keep the festive feeling going. You can also change your logo JUST for the season! See Blinkit&#8217;s logo for example. Or &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<blockquote><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See how this D2C brand <\/span><b>Nutriglow<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> has decorated their website with mandalas. Bring out the Indian culture on your website with similar elements like mehendi designs, warm tones, fireworks, Indian deity symbols, red tassels, summer florals etc.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"size-large wp-image-26384 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--1024x555.png\" alt=\"NutriGlow for Themed decorations around the website \" width=\"1024\" height=\"555\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--1024x555.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--300x163.png 300w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--768x417.png 768w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--380x206.png 380w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--800x434.png 800w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website--1160x629.png 1160w, https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/NutriGlow-for-Themed-decorations-around-the-website-.png 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><strong>How do you attract customers during the festive season?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that the online store is looking bright and pretty &#8211; what&#8217;s next? <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Actually making those sales. You need customers to come to your store. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Attracting customers during the festive season requires a mix of creativity, strategic planning, and a touch of festive spirit. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some easy ways to attract those impulsive shoppers and convert them into your loyal customers:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>1. Gift guides that rock<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Be the gift-giving hero by creating easy-peasy gift guides. Help shoppers find the perfect presents without the hassle. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guide the customers through a curated selection of products, making their gift-giving journey smooth and satisfying. Also, you can offer creative ideas for DIY gifts using your products. This can inspire customers and showcase your offerings.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Related read: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/increase-sales-this-festive-season-with-online-marketing-course\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Increase Sales During The Festive Season With This Marketing Course<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<h4><b>2. Smart ad moves<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pop up where your customers are. Use online ads with festive keywords on platforms they love to browse and grab impulse shoppers!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>3. Tag in the influencers <\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Join forces with social media influencers who vibe with your brand. Let them help spread the word about your festive goodies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>4. Answer with a smile<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rush season comes with its own set of challenges. The biggest issue is continued quality customer service. Don&#8217;t slip up. Hire additional customer support executives for that period if necessary. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give A+ customer service. Answer questions lightning fast and help out during this bustling season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related read:\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/online-customer-service-tips-from-ecommerce-business-owners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Online customer service: Tips from eCommerce business owners<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Tips to preparing your eCommerce store for the festive season<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>What is the point in all the festive rush and increased demand if your eCommerce store can&#8217;t handle it?<\/p>\n<p><strong>You need to prepare for the season! Especially when it comes to:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigating the rush<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meeting customer needs<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimizing the shopping experience<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, think of each tip like a puzzle piece that helps you succeed. Don&#8217;t skip these steps; it&#8217;s like leaving your sleigh on Christmas Eve. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift your store readiness and dive in \u2013 your future self will thank you.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Stock up early<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It&#8217;s essential to meet festive demand by preparing for increased customer needs like:<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Anticipating popular items<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Reordering ahead<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Preventing shortages maximizes sales opportunities<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Reflect your commitment to a seamless shopping experience\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/indian-shopping-trends-during-the-festive-season\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here are some eCommerce categories that should definitely prepare ahead for the festive season<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Mobile-first approach<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>According to the latest festive report by Inmobi &#8211; Mobile reigns over India as the most popular channel for Indian consumers with <strong>78% of respondents saying they would be shopping on their phones!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prioritize mobile-friendliness for <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/features\/ecommerce-website\/?utm_source=imblog&amp;utm_medium=interlink&amp;utm_campaign=ecommerce_website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eCommerce websites<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for online shopping. Ensure:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Your website has a high download speed<\/li>\n<li>Have lower-sized images so that they load faster on phones<\/li>\n<li>Check if your online store homepage and product pages are showing up correctly on the mobile display<\/li>\n<li>See if your CTA buttons and their links are still intact when accessed on a mobile<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b>3. Order tracking and shipping info<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It is hard to keep track of different order statuses during the festive rush! Shipping gets delayed quite often, and returns are slowed down.<\/p>\n<p>The easiest way to ensure shipping is smooth during these rush times is to partner with suitable shipping brands.<\/p>\n<p>They should have enough experience in running smoothly during peak seasons and should have alternate and emergency services that can step in when needed.<\/p>\n<p>You should also update your shipping policy during the festive season so that your customers can manage their expectations for the order delivery timelines.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/blog\/shipping-during-seasonal-rush-a-holiday-guide-for-small-businesses\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Here is our comprehensive guide on managing shipping during peak seasons!<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Instamojo: Your path to a thriving online store<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ready to take the eCommerce world by storm? <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instamojo.com\/?utm_source=imblog&amp;utm_medium=interlink&amp;utm_campaign=home_page\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instamojo<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is here to be your trusty sidekick! 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