Global WebStores
Product Updates

Changelog

Follow how Global WebStores continues to strengthen branded selling, safer buying, local discovery, delivery operations, and vendor growth.

Sept 28, 2026v2.0

Metallic Glass Dashboard & Real Operations

  • Introduced a wallet carousel that highlights Main Balance, Available funds, and On Hold funds in one clean view.
  • Added a withdrawal experience with PIN confirmation for safer payout requests.
  • Launched a fund wallet experience for fast account top-ups.
  • Applied a metallic glass look across dashboard pages for a more premium day-to-day workspace.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Gives vendors a more premium operating experience while keeping money movement clear, secure, and easy to act on.

Sept 24, 2026v1.9

50+ Delivery Partners

  • Connected delivery quoting directly into the buying journey.
  • Enabled shipment booking and tracking ID support for fulfilled orders.
  • Standardized handling charges at ₦500 for same-state delivery and ₦1,000 for different-state delivery, plus partner delivery cost.
  • Made it easier for vendors to move from paid order to pickup and delivery tracking.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Turns delivery from a manual back-and-forth into a dependable service layer that helps stores scale with less friction.

Sept 21, 2026v1.8

Promotion Engine

  • Launched Pool Ads so vendors can join shared campaigns once minimum participation and spend conditions are met.
  • Added Individual Ads with Tier A and Tier B campaign options for Meta and TikTok.
  • Rolled out Product Boosting for featured visibility and sponsored placement.
  • Enabled wallet-funded promotions and better rates for verified vendors.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Helps vendors grow visibility inside and outside the marketplace without needing a separate marketing setup.

Sept 18, 2026v1.7

Protected Checkout & Dispute System

  • Added hosted secure checkout for protected payment collection.
  • Protected every qualifying order until delivery is completed.
  • Enabled buyer confirmation to release funds when an order arrives as expected.
  • Introduced dispute filing and admin review, with funds held during active cases.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Builds stronger trust for both sides of the transaction and gives shoppers a safer reason to complete purchases online.

Sept 15, 2026v1.6

10 Store Templates & Full Customization

  • Released 10 storefront templates including Retail Conversion, Wholesale Catalog/RFQ, Premium Brand Showcase, and Boutique Luxury.
  • Expanded customization for store name, slogan, logo, favicon, banners, and theme colors.
  • Added support for SEO title, description, and keyword controls.
  • Included social links, header calls to action, footer content, search visibility, and checkout settings.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Lets every vendor present a stronger brand online without hiring a design or web team.

Sept 12, 2026v1.5

Verified Vendor Program

  • Introduced vendor verification with BVN, NIN, and CAC records.
  • Granted verified vendors a visible trust badge across their presence.
  • Reduced buyer-protection release timing to 12 hours for verified vendors instead of 24 hours.
  • Applied discounted promotion pricing for verified businesses.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Rewards credible businesses and gives shoppers more confidence when choosing where to buy.

Sept 09, 2026v1.4

Wallet & Withdrawal System

  • Launched a three-balance wallet structure with Main Balance, Available funds, and On Hold funds.
  • Added Dedicated Virtual Account funding for fast wallet top-ups by bank transfer.
  • Enabled withdrawals from ₦5,000 with PIN protection and verified bank account checks.
  • Made fees transparent at 1.5% plus ₦100 per withdrawal.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Improves cash flow confidence by making funding, holding, and payouts easier to understand and manage.

Sept 07, 2026v1.3

Shop by Location

  • Added marketplace filters for country, state, and LGA.
  • Helped shoppers discover products and stores closer to them.
  • Improved local buying journeys for faster delivery expectations and stronger neighborhood discovery.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Makes the marketplace more relevant by helping buyers find nearby businesses they can trust and support.

Sept 05, 2026v1.2

Subscription & Referral System

  • Introduced a 14-day free trial for new vendor stores.
  • Launched Monthly, Biannual, and Annual plans after trial.
  • Added a grace period that keeps stores visible while checkout stays disabled until renewal.
  • Enabled referral rewards with first-subscription savings of 25%, 50%, or 75% based on valid referrals.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Lowers the barrier to getting started while creating a strong word-of-mouth growth loop.

Sept 02, 2026v1.1

Wholesale & Retail Support

  • Built support for retail storefronts alongside wholesale catalog and RFQ experiences.
  • Made it easier for brands, distributors, and suppliers to serve different buyer needs from one platform.
  • Strengthened the marketplace foundation for supplier discovery and multi-channel selling.

Why it matters

Competitive advantage

Opens the platform to more business models, helping vendors sell to everyday shoppers and larger buyers in one place.