Managed online shops and marketplace accounts for retailers
Starting costs about $1,560 in the United States and 301,000 NGN in Nigeria. After 12 months, this business can bring in about $2,900 net per month in the United States and 678,000 NGN in Nigeria. The starting money comes back in about 4 months, with 30 hours of work per week.
Mundyo estimates, data as of 2026-11-02.
See the numbers for my countryFree, no account, in the currency of 250 countries.
The numbers
| Country | To start | Net per month (month 12) |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $1,560 | $2,900 |
| Nigeria | 301,000 NGN | 678,000 NGN |
| United Kingdom | £1,080 | £2,000 |
| Kenya | 72,700 KES | 94,400 KES |
| India | 37,100 INR | 68,900 INR |
Amounts adjusted to each country's price and income levels.
The problem
Many retailers have opened an online shop or marketplace account but lack the time to keep it up to date.
The solution
A remote monthly package: product uploads, AI-assisted listings, stock updates, customer replies and a sales report.
Your customers
Small shops, craftspeople and wholesalers who sell or want to sell online without hiring.
How you make money
Subscription of 250 to 600 € per month depending on product count, plus a 150 € set-up fee.
Competition
Web agencies, freelancers on platforms, low-cost virtual assistants and marketplaces' automated tools.
Who has an edge
An organised profile, comfortable with e-commerce tools and writing, who specialises in one trade to speak clients' language.
The risks
Clients who cancel quickly, dependence on shifting marketplace rules and prices pushed down by global competition.
The first 3 steps
- Pick a retailer niche and offer three free audits.
- Build listing templates and a standard monthly report.
- Sign two first clients at a launch price.
How the numbers are calculated
Example in a high-income eurozone country, at month 12: revenue €3,100 − costs €1,100 = €2,000 net per month. Revenue: 7 clients × €400 + 2 setups × €150. Costs: software, analytics tools, advertising, computer, social contributions. For other countries, Mundyo adjusts the starting budget to the price level (World Bank) and the income to prices and customers' purchasing power, then converts at the day's exchange rate.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to start: Online shop management?
About $1,560 (United States), 301,000 NGN (Nigeria), £1,080 (United Kingdom), depending on the country. Mundyo calculates the amount for 250 countries.
How much can you earn per month?
After 12 months, about $2,900 (United States), 678,000 NGN (Nigeria), £2,000 (United Kingdom) net per month, after costs.
How long until I get my starting money back?
About 4 months, with 30 hours of work per week.
What are the risks?
Clients who cancel quickly, dependence on shifting marketplace rules and prices pushed down by global competition.
Where do I start?
1. Pick a retailer niche and offer three free audits. 2. Build listing templates and a standard monthly report. 3. Sign two first clients at a launch price.
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