What is the best ecommerce platform for Lebanon in 2026?

For most Lebanese merchants, Promonovo is the strongest choice because it includes native NetCommerce / CyberSource integration (the gateway used by BLOM, Audi, BLF), native LBP/USD/EUR multi-currency, free retail POS for in-store sales, branded mobile app, Arabic + English + French support, WhatsApp integration, and no extra platform transaction fee — all on a \$25/mo Starter plan. Shopify is more polished globally but lacks native Lebanese payment integration and charges an extra 0.5–2% on top of your gateway when you use a third-party processor. WooCommerce works but you maintain WordPress hosting + plugins yourself.

Does Promonovo accept payments through Lebanese banks (BLOM, Audi, BLF)?

Yes — Promonovo integrates directly with NetCommerce / CyberSource, which is the payment gateway used by BLOM Bank, Bank Audi, BLF, Bank of Beirut, and most Lebanese acquiring banks. You apply for a NetCommerce merchant account through your bank, get your merchant credentials, and enter them in Promonovo Settings → Payment Methods. Visa, Mastercard, and Amex all work. Additionally, Stripe, Adyen, and PayPal are integrated for international cards + Apple Pay + Google Pay + Click to Pay.

Can I sell in LBP and USD on the same storefront?

Yes. Promonovo's multi-currency lets you set a base currency (most Lebanese merchants use USD as base for stability) and enable additional currencies (LBP, EUR, etc.). Customers see prices in their chosen currency on the storefront with a currency switcher. Exchange rates can be set manually (for LBP given its volatility) or auto-synced. For checkout, you can route based on customer location or payment method.

Does Promonovo support Arabic for my storefront?

Fully — Arabic with proper RTL layout, Arabic AI features (product descriptions, SEO copy, shopping assistant), Arabic OG meta tags, and Arabic admin panel option. You can run a bilingual storefront where the same product page has both Arabic and English content, or run separate Arabic and English subdomains/paths. AI translations into Arabic (and 12 other languages) are included on every plan.

I have a physical store in Beirut + want to sell online. Does that work?

Exactly Promonovo's sweet spot. The free retail POS (no extra cost) handles your in-store sales with barcode scanning, thermal receipt printing, offline mode (critical for Lebanon's power/internet reliability issues), multi-currency at the till, and modifiers for food/beverage. Inventory syncs between your physical store and online storefront — sell one item in either channel, stock decrements everywhere. Table management is included if you run a restaurant or café.

Can my customers pay via WhatsApp instead of online checkout?

Partially. WhatsApp doesn't process card payments natively (yet), but Promonovo's WhatsApp Business integration lets customers initiate orders via WhatsApp, request quotes for contact-for-pricing products, get order status updates, and abandoned cart recovery messages. For payment, you can either complete the WhatsApp conversation by sending a Promonovo checkout link, OR collect cash-on-delivery, OR direct them to your storefront's NetCommerce checkout.

How does Promonovo handle delivery in Lebanon?

Promonovo supports custom shipping zones — you can define zones (Beirut, Mount Lebanon, Bekaa, North, South, etc.) with per-zone rates and delivery times. For local delivery within Beirut, many merchants partner with Toters, Wassel, or Cargo and add a delivery fee per zone. For broader Lebanon, Aramex, DHL, and local couriers are supported via manual rate cards. The platform doesn't restrict your courier choice.

Best ecommerce platform in Lebanon (2026)

Looking for the best ecommerce platform in Lebanon? Promonovo includes native NetCommerce integration (BLOM/Audi/BLF/Bank of Beirut) + Stripe + Adyen + PayPal for international cards, multi-currency (LBP/USD/EUR), Arabic + English + French support, free retail POS, branded mobile app, and no extra platform transaction fee. Compare to Shopify, WooCommerce, Wix for Lebanese merchants.