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Starting an online business in 2026 is easier than ever — especially in Pakistan, where digital payments and social media selling are growing fast. Here’s a practical, step-by-step guide to help you start successfully.
Step 1: Choose a Profitable Business IdeaPick something with:
High demand
Low startup cost
Good profit margin
Your interest or skill
Trending Online Business Ideas in 2026Dropshipping
Freelancing (Fiverr/Upwork)
E-commerce store
Digital marketing agency
Selling digital products (courses, ebooks)
Facebook & Instagram Shop
If you want low investment, freelancing or digital services are best.
Step 2: Research Your MarketBefore starting:
Check competitors on Facebook & Instagram
Search demand using Google Trends
Join relevant Facebook groups
Analyze pricing
Understand:
Who is your target audience?
What problem are you solving?
Why should customers buy from you?
Step 3: Choose a PlatformDepending on your business model:
Social Media Selling → Facebook, Instagram
Freelancing → Fiverr, Upwork
Full Online Store → Shopify, Daraz
If you’re in Pakistan, Facebook + Daraz is a powerful combo.
Step 4: Set Up Payment MethodsIn Pakistan, you can use:
JazzCash
EasyPaisa
Bank transfer
Cash on Delivery (COD)
For international payments:
Payoneer
Wise
Step 5: Marketing Strategy (Most Important!)Organic Marketing:
Daily posts
Reels & short videos
Facebook groups
WhatsApp marketing
Paid Marketing:
Facebook Ads
Instagram Ads
Influencer marketing
Tip: Start with organic marketing if budget is low.
Step 6: Learn Basic SkillsIn 2026, these skills are gold:
Digital marketing
Content creation
Copywriting
Basic graphic design (Canva)
AI tools usage
Free learning platforms:
YouTube
Coursera
Meta Blueprint
Step 7: Start Small & ScaleDon’t invest heavily at the beginning.
Example:
Start with 5–10 products
Test ads with small budget (Rs. 1,000–3,000)
Scale what works
Example Budget (Low Investment Model)Item
Estimated Cost
Logo & Branding
Free (Canva)
Facebook Page
Free
Ads Budget
5,000–10,000 PKR
Product Samples
10,000–20,000 PKR
You can start under 25,000–30,000 PKR.
Final Advice
Focus on solving problems Build trust Be consistent for at least 3–6 months Don’t quit earlyAbout the Author
