AliExpress

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Overview

The AliExpress integration in Lightfunnels allows you to seamlessly import products, automate order fulfillment, and manage bulk orders directly within your Lightfunnels store. This integration streamlines your dropshipping workflow by connecting your store with AliExpress suppliers.

Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before you begin, you'll need:

  • A Lightfunnels account
  • An AliExpress Business account

New to AliExpress Business?

If you don't have an AliExpress Business account yet, you can get started with a special offer:

  1. Click the "Don't have AliExpress account? Register here to receive a 90 days coupon code" link in the app
  2. This will provide you with a $100 off coupon when you spend $500 or more
  3. The coupon is valid for 90 days
  4. Find your coupon in your AliExpress account under: Home > Account > Coupon/Code History

Setup Process

Step 1: Connect Your AliExpress Account

  1. In your Lightfunnels dashboard, navigate to the apps tab --> AliExpress App
  2. Click the "Connect" button next to "Connect with AliExpress"
  3. You'll be redirected to AliExpress to authorize the connection
  4. Once authorized, you'll return to Lightfunnels with a successful connection

Step 2: Configure Currency Settings

⚠️ Important: Make sure your currency settings match your store to avoid discrepancies.

  1. Select your store currency from the dropdown (e.g., USD - US Dollar)
  2. This currency will be used for product prices and orders in your Lightfunnels store
  3. Note: You can update this setting anytime from the Settings tab

Step 3: Set Your Default Language

⚠️ Important: Ensure your language settings match your store to avoid discrepancies.

  1. Choose the language for product descriptions and orders (e.g., English (US))
  2. This affects how product information appears in your store
  3. Note: You can update this setting anytime from the Settings tab

Using the Integration

Exploring and Adding Products

  1. Navigate to the Explore tab in your AliExpress integration dashboard
  2. Set your shipping country using the "Ship To" dropdown to see accurate shipping costs
  3. Browse categories or use the search bar to find products
  4. Add products to your account:
  • Click the "+" button on any product you want to add
  • Click "Push to account" to import the product details
  • A new tab will open showing shipping and pricing details
  • Confirm to push the product to your Lightfunnels account

Managing Products

Once products are pushed to your Lightfunnels account:

  • They appear in your product catalog
  • You must add them to a funnel to start selling
  • The integration will sync orders for these products automatically

Critical Checkout Requirements

🚨 MANDATORY FIELDS

For the AliExpress syncing to work properly, your checkout form MUST include these fields:

  • Email Address
  • First Name
  • Last Name
  • Shipping Country
  • Address Line 1
  • State/Province
  • ZIP/Postal Code
  • City
  • Phone Number

⚠️ Warning: Missing any of these fields will cause order syncing to fail.

Order Management

Viewing Orders

  1. Navigate to the Orders tab in the AliExpress integration
  2. View all your orders with different status filters:
  • All Orders
  • Pending
  • Awaiting Payment
  • Shipped
  • Delivered
  • Canceled
  • Failed

Order Fulfillment Process

  1. Orders placed on your Lightfunnels store automatically appear in the AliExpress integration
  2. Review orders in the Orders tab
  3. Bulk payment: Navigate to your AliExpress dashboard to pay for multiple orders at once
  4. Order tracking: Monitor shipping status and update customers accordingly

Account Maintenance

Reconnection Requirement

🔄 Important: You must reconnect your AliExpress account every 2 months due to AliExpress security requirements.

  • You'll receive notifications when reconnection is needed
  • Simply repeat the connection process to maintain integration
  • This ensures secure data transfer between platforms

Settings Management

Access the Settings tab to:

  • Update currency preferences
  • Change language settings
  • Manage account connection status
  • View integration statistics

Best Practices

Product Selection

  • Choose products with good ratings and reviews
  • Verify shipping times match your customer expectations
  • Consider product margins when setting your prices

Order Management

  • Check orders daily for new purchases
  • Process payments promptly to avoid delays
  • Communicate shipping timelines clearly to customers

Customer Service

  • Provide tracking information once orders ship
  • Set realistic delivery expectations
  • Have a clear return/refund policy

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Connection Problems:

  • Try disconnecting and reconnecting your AliExpress account
  • Ensure your AliExpress account is in good standing

Order Sync Issues:

  • Verify all required checkout fields are present
  • Check that currency settings match between platforms

Product Import Problems:

  • Ensure you have sufficient account permissions
  • Try refreshing the product catalog

Support

For additional help:

  • Contact Lightfunnels support at support@lightfunnels.com