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How It Works

Whether you are shopping for yourself or growing your business, Caramel is built to make every step seamless. Select your role to get started.

Follow these steps to shop, book events, reserve tables, and pay — all from your phone.

01

Create Your Account

Sign up in under a minute — no paperwork, no waiting. Just your phone number and you are in.

  • Register with your mobile number or email address.
  • Verify your number via OTP — a quick one-time step.
  • Add a payment method: MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, or a debit/credit card.
  • Your account is ready immediately — start exploring right away.
02

Discover What You Love

Browse shops, restaurants, events, hotels, salons, and more — all curated and verified.

  • Use the category filters to find exactly what you need — Shopping, Food, Events, Hotels, Beauty, Gym.
  • Search by name, location, or type to narrow results instantly.
  • Read verified reviews from real customers before committing.
  • Save favourites to your wishlist for later.
03

Book, Reserve, or Add to Cart

Whether you are buying a product, reserving a table, or grabbing an event ticket — the process is identical: pick, select options, confirm.

  • Products: select size, colour, or variant, set quantity, and add to cart.
  • Events & tickets: choose your ticket type, quantity, and seat (where available).
  • Restaurants: pick your date, time, and number of guests — instant confirmation.
  • Hotels: select dates, room type, and any extras — rooms held in real time.
  • Beauty & wellness: pick your service and preferred time slot from live availability.
04

Pay Instantly & Securely

One checkout, multiple payment options — choose what works for you. All transactions are secured by Caramel Escrow.

  • Pay with MTN Mobile Money, Airtel Money, or Visa/Mastercard.
  • For qualifying purchases, use Caramel Wallet for instant one-click checkout.
  • MicroLoan option available for eligible users — pay in 3–30 days, powered by Letshego.
  • Receive an instant digital receipt and booking confirmation via SMS and email.
  • Funds are held in escrow and released to the merchant only after confirmed fulfilment.
05

Enjoy & Rate Your Experience

Collect your order, attend your event, savour your meal, or relax at your spa — then rate your experience to help others discover the best.

  • For products: track delivery in the app or collect in-store using your confirmation code.
  • For events: present your digital ticket at the door — no printing required.
  • For restaurants and services: show your booking confirmation on arrival.
  • Leave a verified review after your experience — your feedback improves Caramel for everyone.
  • Earn Caramel Points on every transaction — redeem for discounts on future purchases.

Built on Trust

Escrow Payments

Your money is held securely and only released to the merchant after confirmed fulfilment.

Verified Merchants

Every business on Caramel is vetted before listing. No unverified sellers, ever.

Live Support

Our team is available Mon–Fri, 8:30 am–6:00 pm for buyers and merchants alike.

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