Storytelling
Hosts showcase products through stories and demonstrations, while viewers ask questions in real time.
Commerce is going live
Online shopping is shifting to interactive, high-fidelity experiences the same way social media moved from photos to videos.
Interactive formats
Live auctions, drops, and giveaways turn recurring live shows into events people show up for.
Community
Viewers who tune in daily convert into loyal brand supporters and repeat-buying customers.
Why brands are taking back control
Major platforms are investing billions into their live shopping experience, but relying only on third-party platforms comes at a cost.
Third-party platformsCustom with District
Customization
Third-party platformsNo ability to differentiate UI/UX; the roadmap is controlled by a third party.
Custom with DistrictUse the no-code storefront builder to customize your site, the way you want it to look.
Customer data
Third-party platformsLimited or no access to customer data or audience insights.
Custom with DistrictOwnership of the customer relationship.
Economics
Third-party platformsSubject to high marketplace transaction fees and advertising costs.
Custom with DistrictSubscription-based pricing model with lower fees.
Brand autonomy
Third-party platformsFeeds of rival products, algorithms, and ads competing for your customers’ attention.
Custom with DistrictA shopping environment built entirely around your business, brand, and products.
Don't just take our word for it
How one couple turned a few found golf balls into the booming live-selling site Stacked Golf
The technology stack that [District gives] you is millions of dollars, so it was kind of a no-brainer. They handle support, they handle the whole tech side, and all we have to do is focus on growing the user base and selling as much as possible.
Jon ArmstrongStacked Golf co-founder
37-year-old turned her thrifting side hustle into a business that brings in 7 figures a year: 'Anyone can do it'
Niknax has become such a big part of my daily life that even when I’m not actively selling, I’m usually watching other shows, chatting, or listing items. It’s technically work, but a lot of it just feels like part of my everyday routine.
Jocelyn ElizabethNiknax founder
Midwest Box Breaks Built a New Home for Sports Card Collectors
"From day one, we've wanted to be more than just a one-sided transaction. District helps us build something better for the hobby and our community."
Ben SmithMidwest Box Breaks founder