A Shopify store owner in Pakistan wants to add electricity bill checking functionality for customers, specifically for FESCO bills, as a value-added service without disrupting their primary eCommerce operations.
Proposed Solutions:
Embed an iframe: Create a dedicated page using FESCO Bill’s embeddable widget or iframe code, accessible via navigation menu or footer
Custom form apps: Use tools like Globo Form Builder or Hulk Form Builder to create input forms for bill inquiries
Simple redirect button: Add a call-to-action button linking directly to the FESCO Bill website
Implementation Best Practices:
Keep the utility feature on a separate page to avoid interfering with shopping flow
Test site speed to ensure embeds don’t slow performance
Place access points in unobtrusive locations (footer, menu, or banner)
The discussion remains open for additional input, with one detailed response providing technical implementation guidance for integrating third-party utility services into Shopify stores.
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I’ve been facing a bit of a challenge with my eCommerce store in Pakistan. Some of my customers have been asking for an easy way to check or manage their electricity bills while browsing my store. I think it could be a good value-add, but I’m not sure how to handle it or if it’s even feasible.
Has anyone dealt with something similar? How did you manage to offer extra services like this without overwhelming the site’s primary functionality? Are there any apps or workflows that can help with this kind of thing?
It sounds like you’re looking for a way to integrate a utility bill-checking feature into your Shopify store in Pakistan without disrupting your store’s primary eCommerce functionality. This is a great idea because it adds extra convenience for customers, which can enhance engagement and keep them on your site longer.
Possible Solutions for Utility Bill Management on Shopify#### 1. Embedding a Utility Bill Checker on Your Shopify Store
One of the simplest ways to offer this feature is by embedding a bill-checking tool directly into your store. Since your customers are asking for electricity bill checks, you can integrate an iframe or a widget that links to a relevant service like FESCO Bill without affecting your store’s main functionality.
Here’s how you can do it:
Check if FESCO Bill or any other utility provider offers an embeddable widget.
If they provide an iframe or embed code, simply add it to a separate page on your store (e.g., yourstore.com/pages/check-bills).
To embed an iframe, go to Online Store > Pages, create a new page, and insert this type of code in the HTML section:
Add a clear navigation link on your homepage or in your footer menu to make it easy for users to access.
2. Using Shopify Apps to Provide a Service Portal
There might not be a dedicated Shopify app for checking utility bills, but you can use a custom form app like:
Globo Form Builder
Hulk Form Builder
Shopify Contact Form Builder
These apps allow you to create a form where customers can input their reference numbers and get redirected to a bill-checking site or receive a response via email.
3. Custom App or API Integration
If you want a more seamless experience, consider integrating an API from a utility provider. Some electricity companies provide APIs where customers can check bills by entering their consumer number. You’ll need a Shopify developer to:
Fetch bill details from the utility provider.
Display results within your Shopify store without redirecting users.
4. Redirecting Users with a Simple CTA Button
If embedding or API integration is not feasible, another simple way is to add a button on your homepage or checkout page that directs users to a trusted bill-checking site like FESCO Bill.
This keeps your site clean while still offering the service.
How to Keep Your Store’s Main Functionality Unaffected- Keep the feature separate: Create a dedicated page instead of adding it to the main shopping experience.
Test site speed: Embeds and APIs should be lightweight to avoid slowing down your store.
Make navigation easy: Place the feature in the footer, menu, or an unobtrusive banner, so it’s available but not in the way.
Final Thoughts
I think this could be a smart value-added feature for your store, but it’s important to keep it separate from your primary eCommerce flow. If you’re not comfortable with technical integrations, a simple CTA button or embedded widget should work just fine.
Let me know if you need help with any specific steps!
Best regards,
Daisy
Hi, that’s actually a really interesting idea and quite useful for customers in Pakistan.
I faced a similar situation in one of my projects where users also wanted help with checking their utility bills. What worked for us was keeping this feature separate from the main shopping flow so the store experience wasn’t disturbed.
The easiest non-technical way is to:
Create a separate page on your Shopify store for bill checking
Add simple instructions like “Enter your reference number on the official site”
Then place a button in the header or footer (not on the product page) saying something like: “Check Electricity Bill”
This way customers get value, but your main eCommerce functionality remains clean and fast.
You can always upgrade later to an embedded tool or API if strong demand increases.
That’s actually a smart add-on for your Shopify store, especially in a market like Pakistan, where people are always dealing with electricity bills.
Instead of mixing it into your shopping pages, it’s better to keep this as a separate helpful feature. You can create an extra page on your website and add a small button in the menu or footer that says Check your bill here.
This way, customers who need it can easily use it, while your main store pages stay focused on sales and user experience.
It’s simple, clean, and still adds real value for your visitors.