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AliExpress Beginner Guide πŸ›οΈ Smart Shopping Tips!

AliExpress isn't scary! Pick the right products and pay 1/5 of regular prices. Here's how to shop safely and save big.


Hey there! Welcome to Datriss :)

Everyone's talking about AliExpress these days!

"This is $10 on Amazon but $2 on AliExpress?"
"But is it legit...?"

Shop smart and you really can get amazing deals! Let's get started ✨


πŸ›’ Why AliExpress is Great

  • Unbeatable prices: 50-90% cheaper than local
  • Free shipping: Most items ship free
  • Huge variety: Literally everything
  • Multi-language: Available in many languages
  • Choice delivery: 7-10 day fast shipping

πŸ“ Step 1: Sign Up

  1. Download the AliExpress app (recommended!) or visit the website
  2. Sign up with email or social account
  3. Add your shipping address

πŸ’‘ Tip! New users get massive coupon packs! Use them on your first orders for maximum savings.


πŸ” Step 2: How to Pick Safe Products

βœ… What to Look For

'Choice' badge products:
β€’ Quality guaranteed
β€’ Ships in 7-10 days
β€’ Easy returns/refunds

βœ… Check These Things

  • Review count: At least 100+ reviews
  • Rating: 4.5 stars or higher
  • Photo reviews: Real buyer photos are key!
  • Sales: '10K+ sold' = trustworthy

❌ Red Flags

⚠️ Avoid:
β€’ Sellers with under 10 reviews
β€’ Brand items priced too low (likely fake)
β€’ Products with no photo reviews or bad ones


πŸ“¦ Step 3: Shipping Options

Choice Shipping (Recommended!)

  • Delivery time: 7-10 days
  • Accurate tracking
  • Sometimes ships from local warehouses

Standard Shipping

  • Delivery time: 15-30 days
  • Often free
  • Good for non-urgent items

Local Warehouse

  • Delivery time: 2-5 days
  • Look for 'Ships from [Your Country]'
  • Nearly as fast as local shopping!

πŸ’° How to Save More

1️⃣ New User Coupons

Massive coupon packs at signup (up to 50% off!)

2️⃣ App-Only Deals

Extra discounts for first app purchase

3️⃣ Collect Coins

Daily check-in = coins β†’ Use for discounts at checkout

4️⃣ Major Sales

  • 3.28 Sale: End of March
  • 618 Sale: June 18
  • 11.11 Sale: November 11 (BIGGEST!)

πŸ’‘ Pro tip! Add items to wishlist before 11.11, then buy everything at once for maximum savings!


πŸ›οΈ Best Things to Buy on AliExpress

βœ… Recommended

  • Phone cases/screen protectors: $1-3 (1/5 of store prices)
  • Charging cables: $1-5
  • Home goods: Storage, kitchen items
  • Decor: Lights, decorations
  • Hobby items: Building blocks, DIY kits
  • Basics: T-shirts, socks

❌ Not Recommended

  • Brand items: High fake risk
  • Electrical safety items: Power strips, fast chargers
  • Food: Safety concerns
  • Expensive electronics: No warranty/support

⚠️ If Something Goes Wrong

Package Didn't Arrive

  1. Open dispute within 90-day buyer protection
  2. Request refund
  3. Usually get full refund

Product is Defective

  1. Take photos/videos
  2. 'Open Dispute' β†’ Attach evidence
  3. Get partial or full refund

βœ… AliExpress dispute system favors buyers!
With good evidence, you'll usually get refunded.


✨ Wrap Up

AliExpress is amazing when you stick to Choice products + check reviews.

Phone cases, cables, home goods on AliExpress!
Save 50-80% compared to local stores πŸ›οΈ

For non-urgent items, AliExpress is a money-saver!

- The Datriss Team ✨