Detailed explanation of AliExpress accounts: from individuals to businesses, various account settings and applications

As an international e-commerce platform, AliExpress not only provides consumers with convenient shopping channels, but also opens up new sales channels for merchants. In order to meet the needs of different users, AliExpress provides a variety of account types, including personal accounts, corporate accounts, distributor accounts, Taobao alliance accounts, agent accounts, etc. This article will introduce these account types and their application scenarios in detail to help you make better use of the AliExpress platform.

Account types and their applications

1. Personal account

Personal account is the most basic account type on AliExpress and is aimed at individual consumers. No corporate authentication is required, just fill in the basic information to register, which is very suitable for users who just want to enjoy the convenience of shopping.

2. Business account

Business accounts need to be reviewed by Alibaba. Compared with personal accounts, corporate accounts enjoy more rights and trading opportunities. It is suitable for businesses who want to conduct international trade on AliExpress.

3. Distributor account

Distributor accounts are specially designed for merchants engaged in cross-border e-commerce wholesale business, providing wholesale discounts and customized services.

4. Taobao Alliance Account

Through Taobao alliance accounts, merchants can promote products on AliExpress to Taobao and expand sales channels.

5. Agent account

Agent accounts are set up for merchants who intend to become agents of AliExpress products and enjoy agent discounts and special rights.

Through train account settings

In order to ensure the normal operation of the through train promotion, a series of account settings are required, including checking the balance and recharging, setting daily limits, setting balance reminders, and inviting friends to receive bonuses.

1. Check the account balance and recharge the balance

Log in to the express backend, select “Account Settings” in “Account Center”, check the account balance and select the recharge amount. Currently, it supports three levels of recharge amounts: 500 yuan, 1,000 yuan, and 5,000 yuan.

2. Set daily limit

Select “Account Settings” under “Account Center” and set a daily consumption limit, which must be no less than 30 yuan.

3. Set balance reminder

Enable the balance reminder function, enter a value lower than the set amount, and fill in the mobile phone number and email account to receive the reminder information.

4. Invite friends to get bonuses

Invite other sellers to open accounts by sending invitation links and receive red envelope rewards.

Alipay International Account Activation and Settings

In the AliExpress backend, you can activate your Alipay international account to receive U.S. dollars.

1. Activate Alipay international account

Log in to the AliExpress Seller Backend, click “Transaction” – “Capital Account Management” – “Alipay International Account”, fill in the payment password and verify the mobile phone number.

2. Set up bank account withdrawal

Select “Set Bank Account Withdrawal” and fill in the bank account information that supports receiving U.S. dollars. Corporate accounts need to have import and export rights, while personal accounts are more convenient.

3. Set up Swift Code

When filling in account information, you need to enter the Swift Code, which can be obtained by contacting the bank.

Payment account settings

The AliExpress collection account settings include USD collection account and RMB collection account.

1. USD receiving account

Log in to “My American Express PayPal”, select “Transaction” – “Bank Account Management”, create a US dollar collection account, select “Company Account” or “Personal Account”, fill in the relevant information and save it.

2. RMB collection account

Log in to the AliExpress platform, select “Transaction” – “Receipt Account Management”, log in using your existing Alipay account or create a new account.

Account merging and changes

Due to the different nature of the accounts, AliExpress receiving accounts usually cannot be merged. If you need to change the collection account, you can click “Edit” on the “Receipt Account Management” page and follow the prompts.

In short, the AliExpress platform provides a variety of account options for different types of users. Whether they are personal shoppers or cross-border e-commerce companies, they can find an account type that suits them. By setting up accounts appropriately, users can better enjoy the convenience brought by AliExpress.