Shahbandr just gave e-commerce sellers in the Middle East something they’ve been missing — a free, fully Arabic AI content suite that works straight out of the box. Called Shahbandr AI, it’s now live and available to any store using the Shahbandr platform.
This move puts Shahbandr ahead of the curve, offering built-in AI tools for content, photo, video, and audio creation — all in Arabic, all in one place, and all for free.
An AI Studio for Non-Tech Merchants
Shahbandr AI is built for merchants, not coders. The dashboard has over 50 tools designed to handle:
- Image generation
- Video creation
- Audio production (including voiceovers)
- SEO and marketing copy
- Product descriptions
The tools come with preset prompts, so users don’t have to type anything fancy. Click, edit, publish. That’s it. Tamer Sharkas, Shahbandr’s co-founder and CTO, says:
Any merchant can now create custom content, video clips, and product images without any technical background
This setup means store owners no longer have to pay for external content tools, subscribe to multiple AI platforms, or hire freelancers for every product update.
50+ Tools, All in Arabic, No Extra Costs
What makes Shahbandr AI different from generic platforms like ChatGPT or Canva is its complete Arabic interface and local focus. The AI templates are specifically designed for everyday e-commerce tasks in the region.
- Built-in Arabic support across all tools
- 50+ content generators ready to use
- No need to write prompts — pre-set options are included
- Free for all Shahbandr users
It’s a toolkit that reduces both the cost and effort of running a store.
VideoCommerce Integration That Boosted Sales
This isn’t Shahbandr’s first AI win. Earlier this year, they rolled out Videocommerce — an interactive shopping feature that lets stores create product videos with calls to action and integrated shopping links.
That rollout alone boosted sales by 5x for stores using the platform.
By combining Videocommerce with Shahbandr AI, the platform now provides users with an end-to-end content studio built directly into their e-commerce store.
- Create marketing videos with auto voiceovers
- Repurpose text into video formats
- Boost engagement with interactive visuals
No other e-commerce platform in the region currently offers a built-in AI toolkit of this type.
Built by Founders Who Understand Local Challenges
Shahbandr was launched in 2022 by Shady Abdelsbaheed and Tamer Sharkas to support small and medium retailers in Saudi Arabia and the MENA region.
Today, over 18,000 stores in Saudi Arabia and Egypt use Shahbandr. Most of them are non-technical sellers seeking affordable and easy ways to grow their online presence. That’s the problem Shahbandr AI is solving.
Merchants need practical solutions, not technical hurdles,” said Abdelsbaheed. “So we built this studio in Arabic, with no extra costs or complexity.”
The company says it will continue expanding into new markets in the region over the coming year.
Is Shahbandr AI available outside Saudi Arabia?
For now, it’s available to stores using the Shahbandr platform in Saudi Arabia and Egypt.
Do I need to pay to use Shahbandr AI?
No. All tools are free for merchants using Shahbandr’s e-commerce platform.
Can I use Shahbandr AI if I don’t speak English?
Yes. The full toolkit is in Arabic and designed for non-technical users.
