Live video is no longer only for games or music. It is also becoming a new kind of shop. This is called live shopping. It means selling products during a live online video. (euromonitor.com)
A seller can show an item and use it on camera. Viewers can ask questions in the chat. The seller can answer at once. A product tag is a small link on the screen. Viewers can tap it and visit the buying page. In 2026, YouTube opened shopping tools to more small creators. They can add product tags to live videos. (blog.youtube)
Imagine a woman selling handmade lunch boxes. She starts a live video from her small workroom. She opens one box and shows each part. A viewer asks, “Can I put hot food inside?” She answers and shows the safe-use note. Another viewer asks about cleaning. She washes the box on camera. Interested viewers can then tap the product tag.
This feels different from a normal online store. People can see the product in real time. They can also talk with the seller. For small businesses, one phone can become a shop. However, buyers should check prices and return rules before buying.










