eCommerce Website Auckland
An online store built to sell. Not just to look good
Affordable eCommerce websites for Auckland businesses, WooCommerce and Shopify stores with NZ payments, shipping, and GST configured from day one.
From $3,890 + GST
Kiwi Web Design builds eCommerce websites for Auckland businesses from $3,890 + GST. Store setup includes WooCommerce or Shopify, NZ payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal, AfterPay, Laybuy), NZ shipping rules, GST configuration, and up to 20 products. Most stores launch in 2–4 weeks. Fixed price, no lock-in contracts. Based in Grey Lynn, Auckland, with a 5★ Google rating.
Choose Your Platform
WooCommerce or Shopify, we build both
Two great platforms, each with different strengths. We'll help you choose the right one for your business.
WooCommerce
WordPress-based- ✓You own everything, no monthly platform fee
- ✓Total design flexibility
- ✓55,000+ plugins
- ✓WP content marketing built in
- ✓Best for NZ payment variety
Best for: businesses wanting full ownership, content-driven stores, or complex product variations.
Learn more about WooCommerce →Shopify
Hosted platform- ✓Easiest to manage yourself
- ✓Excellent for fashion / DTC brands
- ✓Built-in multi-channel selling
- ✓Shopify Payments available in NZ
- ✓App ecosystem for scaling
Best for: product-focused brands wanting ease of use and rapid scaling.
Learn more about Shopify →What's Included
Everything ready for launch on day one
NZ-specific setup included as standard, not as an afterthought.
Product Catalogue Setup
We set up your product catalogue with categories, attributes, variations, and descriptions. Up to 20 products included in standard packages.
- Product pages & descriptions
- Categories & tags
- Product variations (size, colour)
- Image galleries per product
NZ Payment Gateways
We integrate the payment gateways NZ customers trust, Stripe, PayPal, POLi, AfterPay, Laybuy, and bank transfer options.
- Stripe (cards)
- PayPal
- AfterPay / Laybuy
- Direct bank transfer
Shipping & Fulfilment
NZ-specific shipping setup including flat rate, free shipping thresholds, weight-based rules, and courier integrations.
- NZ flat rate shipping
- Free shipping thresholds
- Rural delivery surcharges
- Click & Collect option
GST & Tax Handling
GST-inclusive pricing, tax-exclusive displays, invoice generation, and correct NZ tax configuration out of the box.
- GST-inclusive pricing
- Tax reports
- Invoice emails to customers
- NZ tax class setup
Analytics & Conversion Tracking
GA4 eCommerce tracking, Google Search Console, and conversion events so you know exactly what's selling and where traffic comes from.
- GA4 eCommerce tracking
- Google Ads conversion events
- Revenue reporting
- Funnel analysis
Security & Performance
SSL, PCI-compliant payment processing, daily backups, and a fast-loading storefront that keeps customers from bouncing before they buy.
- SSL certificate
- PCI-compliant checkout
- Daily backups
- CDN & speed optimisation
How It Works
From first call to first sale
A clear four-step build process so you know what to expect at every stage.
Strategy & Platform Choice
We discuss your products, your customers, and your fulfilment model. Together we choose the right platform (WooCommerce or Shopify) and plan the store structure.
Design & UX
We design your storefront, homepage, category pages, product pages, and checkout flow, optimised for conversion on mobile and desktop.
Build, Integrate & Test
We build the store, set up payment gateways, shipping rules, GST, and test every element of the purchase flow end-to-end before launch.
Launch & Train
We go live, configure Analytics, and walk you through adding products, processing orders, and managing your store day-to-day.
Setup Checklist
Starting an online store in NZ: seven things to sort out
Whoever builds your store, work through these in order. They decide the platform, the budget and how quickly you can launch.
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Know what you sell and how it ships
Your product range, variants, sizes and weights decide the platform, the shipping rules and how many photos you need.
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Choose your payment options
Cards through a gateway such as Stripe or PayPal, plus buy-now-pay-later options such as Afterpay or Laybuy if your customers use them.
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Plan shipping and returns
Decide your NZ courier options, rates and delivery times, and write a clear returns policy. Check your obligations under NZ consumer law, for example the Consumer Guarantees Act and the Fair Trading Act.
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Show prices and GST clearly
Decide how prices are displayed to customers, and ask your accountant how GST applies to your sales.
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Write product pages that answer questions
Clear titles, real photos, sizes and specifications, and delivery information on every product page.
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Make the store findable
Descriptive category and product pages, a fast site, and a Google Business Profile if you also sell locally. See our eCommerce SEO service and Google Business Profile guide.
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Track what matters
Set up analytics and conversion tracking so you can see which pages and sources produce orders.
These are general guides, not legal or tax advice. Check specifics with your accountant and, where needed, a lawyer. Not sure where to start? Talk to us and we will help you scope the store.
eCommerce Questions Answered
Common questions from Auckland businesses before building their online store.
WooCommerce or Shopify, which should I choose?
It depends on your priorities. WooCommerce gives you full ownership with no ongoing platform fees and maximum flexibility. Shopify is easier to manage day-to-day and has excellent multi-channel capabilities. We'll recommend the right one based on your product range, technical comfort, and growth plans.
How many products can the website handle?
Both platforms handle thousands of products. Our standard packages include setup for up to 20 products. We can quote for larger catalogues, the additional cost is mainly for the time to populate and organise the products.
Can you set up AfterPay or Laybuy?
Yes. We set up Buy Now Pay Later options including AfterPay, Laybuy, and Zip as part of your payment gateway configuration. These are popular with NZ shoppers and can meaningfully increase average order value.
Do you handle the product photography?
We don't provide product photography, but we advise on image specifications (dimensions, file size, background) so your existing photos look great on the site. Good product imagery is one of the biggest drivers of conversion, so we'll give you honest guidance.
Will my store show up on Google?
We set up your store with SEO foundations, product schema markup, optimised meta titles and descriptions, proper heading structure, and sitemap submission. For ongoing organic growth, our eCommerce SEO service and Google Shopping Ads management are available as separate engagements.
How much does an eCommerce website cost in Auckland?
Our eCommerce packages start from $3,890 + GST including store design, product setup (up to 20 products), payment gateway integration, and NZ shipping configuration. For non-eCommerce sites, see our small business web design service. Larger catalogues or custom features are quoted separately.
How do I start an online store in New Zealand?
Start with what you sell, how it ships, and how customers will pay. Then choose a platform (see the comparison above), set up payments, shipping, and GST, write clear product pages, and plan how customers will find the store. Our setup checklist covers the steps in order, and we can handle the build, setup, and launch for you.
Should I sell on Trade Me or build my own online store?
A marketplace such as Trade Me gives you an existing audience, but you work within its rules and fees and the customer relationship stays with the marketplace. Your own store gives you control of the brand, the customer data, and the checkout, but you have to bring the traffic. Many New Zealand businesses use both: a marketplace to reach new customers and their own store to keep them.
What is the difference between an eCommerce website and a normal website?
An eCommerce website adds a product catalogue, a cart and checkout, payment processing, shipping and tax settings, and order management. That extra functionality is why an online store is scoped and quoted differently from a standard business website.
Ready to start selling online?
Free consultation, we'll recommend the right platform and give you a fixed quote.