About AskShelf
Building the future of retail product discovery
We are building AI-powered tools that make physical retail smarter, more accessible, and more human — starting with the way customers discover products in-store.
Our Mission
Bridge the gap between physical retail and AI technology
India has millions of physical retail stores that drive the economy. But the in-store experience has barely changed in decades. Customers still depend on finding a knowledgeable staff member at the right moment — and that moment rarely comes.
We believe every customer deserves instant, accurate product information in their own language. And every store owner deserves the tools to make that happen without hiring an army of experts.
The problem we see
- 1
Staff are stretched thin
During peak hours, customers cannot find knowledgeable staff to answer product questions. They leave without buying.
- 2
Language barriers block sales
India has 22 official languages and hundreds of dialects. Staff rarely speak the same language as every customer who walks in.
- 3
Inconsistent product information
Different staff give different answers about specs, pricing, and availability. Customers lose trust.
Our Solution
An always-available, multilingual AI agent that knows every product
AskShelf gives every physical store a voice-powered AI assistant. Customers scan a QR code next to any product, see a product page on their phone, and start talking to an AI agent that can answer detailed questions in over 70 languages.
70+
Languages supported
Real-time voice conversations in the customer's preferred language, powered by cutting-edge AI.
0s
Wait time for customers
Scan a QR code and start talking immediately. No app download, no account needed.
24/7
Always available
The AI agent never takes a break, never forgets a spec, and never gives inconsistent answers.
Market Focus
Built for India's retail market
India is home to over 12 million physical retail stores. Most are small and medium businesses that form the backbone of the economy but lack access to modern technology. AskShelf is designed specifically for this market — starting with electronics retail in Kerala, where our founding team understands the customers, the culture, and the commerce.
Our pricing, language support, and product design are all India-first. We support local payment methods, every major Indian language, and build for the mobile-first customer who walks into a store with just a phone.
Want to see AskShelf in your store?
We will set up a demo with your actual products so you can see exactly how it works for your business.