{"id":2440,"date":"2020-11-26T12:15:12","date_gmt":"2020-11-26T09:15:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/?p=2440"},"modified":"2022-09-27T10:44:39","modified_gmt":"2022-09-27T07:44:39","slug":"can-you-use-paypal-on-aliexpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/can-you-use-paypal-on-aliexpress\/","title":{"rendered":"AliExpress PayPal Payment Method: How to use?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap is-style-cnvs-paragraph-callout is-cnvs-dropcap-bordered\">There are undeniable benefits of shopping on AliExpress, and millions of people can vouch for that. To accommodate so many users, the platform integrates multiple payment options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer is yes, you can use PayPal on AliExpress. But only if the suppliers accept PayPal as a payment method, buyers can use it on AliExpress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PayPal is currently available on AliExpress for buyers from the United States, the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, and Italy. It is not available to buyers from countries that are not supported. Despite the fact that PayPal is not a direct payment option for most AliExpress products and suppliers, it does have a fairly robust Buyer and Seller Protection Policy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It also has a robust fraud-prevention security system and policies in place. Although you may not find it convenient to use on AliExpress, it is a partner with some of the most competitive eCommerce websites, such as eBay. If you discover that the seller does not accept PayPal as a means of payment or that your country is not supported to use PayPal, contact the seller for a possible alternative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With AliExpress being one of the most popular e-commerce stores and PayPal being one of the most popular online payment methods, it should be a perfect match. However, it\u2019s not always that simple. In this guide, we\u2019ll outline the main things you need to know when paying on AliExpress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"cnvs-block-toc cnvs-block-toc-1663826609069\" >\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"aliexpress-purchase-protection\">AliExpress Purchase Protection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>AliExpress Buyer Protection is a set of policies that all users can count on. Why does that matter? When you\u2019re shopping online, these guaranteed conditions give you the much-needed assurance that your shopping experience will be smooth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are five types of protections that cover most situations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"1-privacy-protection\">1. Privacy Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>AliExpress guarantees that your private data will be secure. For example, you can enter your bank details without worrying that it will be exposed. The company promises to protect personal information by reasonable security safeguards against loss or theft, unauthorized access, disclosure, copying, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"2-payment-protection\">2. Payment Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The platform pays the seller only if you confirm it. After the payment is made you\u2019ve paid, AliExpress retains it until the product gets delivered to the buyer in satisfactory condition. This is also known as escrow service &#8211; when a third party holds money while parties are in the process of completing a transaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"3-delivery-protection\">3. Delivery Protection&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you didn\u2019t receive the item within 60 days, you can request a full refund. There are several exceptions, though. For example, you won\u2019t be offered a refund in exceptional circumstances outside the sellers\u2019 control. Or the item wasn\u2019t delivered due to factors within your control. Other cases are covered by this policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"4-guaranteed-genuine\">&nbsp;4. Guaranteed Genuine&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The issue of counterfeit products is common with online purchases. Luckily, some products fall under the AliExpress Guaranteed Genuine program. If these items are found to be counterfeit, you will be compensated. The compensation can be up to two times the total order amount.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"5-refund-protection\">&nbsp;5. Refund Protection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You have the right to file a dispute if you\u2019re unsatisfied with your purchase. You have a limited time before the purchase is considered confirmed. In some cases, the time may be extended, but you\u2019ll have to check with AliExpress customer support.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"alipay-vs-paypal\">AliPay vs. PayPal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Alipay is the most popular e-wallet service in Asia, with millions of daily transactions. It doesn\u2019t differ from other similar services other than the countries it covers. Currently, the majority of its customer base is in China, but it\u2019s fast gaining prominence all over the world.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros of Alipay:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Pioneer of the mobile payment system in China<\/li><li>Low transaction and service fees (can be as low as 0.1-0.6%)<\/li><li>Supports all smartphones and desktops<\/li><li>World-class payment security<\/li><li>100% reimbursement for unauthorized transactions<\/li><li>90-day payment protection<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons of Alipay:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Not fully translated into English&nbsp;<\/li><li>Only 18 world currencies<\/li><li>Not available in certain regions<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Similarly, PayPal facilitates online payments and is widely used worldwide for online shopping. It\u2019s used by small businesses and large corporations alike &#8211; at this point, it can be called a staple for online transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Pros of PayPal:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Trusted name<\/li><li>Round-the-clock fraud monitoring, fraud protection, dispute resolution<\/li><li>Over 200 countries with over 150 currencies<\/li><li>Up to $20,000 purchase protection policy<\/li><li>Auto-fill option<\/li><li>Reward system<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Cons of PayPal:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Higher transaction fees (1.9 and 2.9 percent, plus an additional 30 cents per transaction on purchases<\/li><li>Known to freeze users\u2019 accounts<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you don\u2019t know what to choose &#8211; Alipay or Paypal &#8211; don\u2019t worry. If AliExpress seller offers both options, you can choose either of them. If you feel more comfortable using one of these services, feel free to choose it.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alitools.io\/install?s=alitoolsblog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"812\" src=\"https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/article_middle_price12x.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-2834\" srcset=\"https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/article_middle_price12x.png 700w, https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/article_middle_price12x-259x300.png 259w, https:\/\/alitools.io\/en\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/article_middle_price12x-380x441.png 380w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-pay-with-paypal-on-aliexpress\">How to Pay with PayPal on AliExpress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s say you\u2019ve decided what to buy and are wondering how to pay with PayPal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Go to your cart.<\/li><li>Click \u201cAll payment methods\u201d to see all ones available in your country.<\/li><li>Select PayPal if it is one of them.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Enter your PayPal account information and click \u201cConfirm\u201d.<\/li><li>You\u2019re done!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you know when you can or can\u2019t use PayPal? There are only two ways to know: see on the product page or ask the seller directly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first one is easier. When browsing the product, add it to your cart. Then, open the cart and look for available payment methods. If you see the AliExpress PayPal icon, it means both the country you\u2019re shopping from and the seller allow this option. Currently, depending on your delivery location, this option should be available automatically.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/g8_4JA7C86-XEfyoHTFayK6z1yUQA5KLBG0GJcowNSQJtaJxTfmTPGNf8ZJtCI2FfAoLGQpqqVNcmxySLfNyaN2RAQ6DAiKTbtosuZnbQz66hfMx2eMYdGZ5hdc08Xl2hMksHAd_\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The other option &#8211; asking the seller &#8211; is for cases when there is no PayPal icon. You can contact the seller for any reason you want. We\u2019ll be using payment methods as an example.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Add the product of interest to your cart, open the cart, and click \u201cContact seller\u201d. This will open the chat window where you can ask whatever you need. In the context of this guide\u2019s topic, ask whether you can send direct payment through PayPal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/mIVyxXzJgfotZC1iDtFA-4AlYBU-A20B5qw4i5Sr54gLp3BObQ-AnJehE7N_6xko4k5ySRFEIRZLLzhMA6hoEjkQCHWgPvLdaSyUJrCurTTfxUlqCB1CrAdILZsrMe6f9Ofedd0Y\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/3NDY1IB-RcVH6RmD2ZtfHBXtXTBpKCNsICUhDDBlaHJQvMFhd_6Vsx28M6vtlJcqlHLLuOJWsziPtpr_HEQJ3AJ23aRfXuA2kNsJubNAX3D6mnmrnS8EYGkrqgUu18o9mKFT_TRW\" alt=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, you can visit the store page and find the information tab. Click \u201cContact Now\u201d and communicate your issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all sellers are keen on using PayPal. The reason is that it is associated with high fees. Since AliExpress is known for very low prices, high fees aren\u2019t desirable. AliExpress sellers don\u2019t want to cover that cost, and most likely, neither the majority of buyers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bear in mind that you\u2019ll be putting yourself under certain risks. The biggest drawback is that you won\u2019t be able to count on AliExpress protection policies. You\u2019ll have to be extra cautious about scammers. If you pay but don\u2019t receive the product or receive something else, you\u2019ll have to sort it out on your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"alternative-payment-options\">Alternative Payment Options<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You already know that AliExpress targets users all over the world. In this regard, it\u2019s extremely useful that you can choose from a variety of payment options. If you\u2019re not interested in using PayPal or it\u2019s not available in your country, there are many other payment methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is what you can choose from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"is-style-cnvs-list-styled\"><li>Credit\/debit card (Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, American Express)<\/li><li>Bank transfer<\/li><li>Western Union<\/li><li>Webmoney&nbsp;<\/li><li>DOKU<\/li><li>Ideal<\/li><li>Ticket<\/li><li>Mercado Pago&nbsp;<\/li><li>Giropay<\/li><li>Boleto<\/li><li>TEF<\/li><li>Ideal&nbsp;<\/li><li>Sofort Banking<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are several other ways to pay for goods. As we\u2019ve mentioned in the \u201cHow to Pay with PayPal on AliExpress\u201d section, you can see the full list by going to your cart.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, credit cards are the most used and one of the most recommended payment methods. These days, most people have them (if not several), so there is no need to open third-party wallets. Another benefit is that there is a very low risk for the buyer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are pros and cons to each method. You may find that the most convenient way is not PayPal or a credit card, but something else. So, do your research to find out which one is most suitable for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faq-about-paypal-on-aliexpress\">FAQ About PayPal on AliExpress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s clarify a few things that many about PayPal and AliExpress that many users want to know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"does-aliexpress-support-paypal\">Does AliExpress Support PayPal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, but widely. There are certain sellers that offer this option, and it\u2019s only available in certain countries (the USA, the UK, for example). You need to verify with your chosen seller or contact them directly and request payment via PayPal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-is-paypal-listed-as-a-payment-option\">Why Is PayPal Listed as a Payment Option?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that you can pay for the product you\u2019re interested in using PayPal. If you see the PayPal icon on the product page, then there shouldn\u2019t be any problems.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"how-to-find-sellers-that-accept-payments-via-paypal\">How to Find Sellers That Accept Payments via PayPal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, there is no way to filter out sellers that accept PayPal or view them in a separate category. You will need to check with individual sellers. Alternatively, there are online lists that community members have compiled with PayPal-friendly shops.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-it-safe-to-use-paypal-on-aliexpress\">Is It Safe to Use PayPal on AliExpress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Generally, yes. There haven\u2019t been major cases of fraud or lost funds. PayPal is known to have robust security, and both sellers and buyers can rest assured that payment issues are unlikely. However, you have to make peace with the fact that no payment method is 100% risk-free.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"why-cant-i-pay-with-paypal-on-aliexpress\">Why Can\u2019t I Pay with PayPal on AliExpress?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In 2011, PayPal was removed as a platform-wide payment option because of high transaction charges. There are selected stores that accept payments made through PayPal. If you\u2019re not offered that option, you\u2019ll have to select something else.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"is-there-any-downside-to-using-paypal\">Is There Any Downside to Using PayPal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If we\u2019re talking about the service in general, there are a couple of drawbacks, such as high fees and frozen funds. In the context of AliExpress, the biggest downside is that it\u2019s not available in all stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-i-send-money-from-paypal-to-alipay\">Can I Send Money from PayPal to Alipay?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>No, unfortunately, you can\u2019t. There is an option of sending funds from PayPal to your debit card and from the debit card to Alipay. Calculate the fees beforehand &#8211; double conversions can be expensive. If you have accounts in both services, you can use them to buy on AliExpress directly.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"alitools-useful-tool-to-buy-on-aliexpress\">Alitools &#8211; Useful Tool to Buy on AliExpress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a frequent AliExpress buyer or just an occasional visitor, Alitools is a must-have browser extension. This solution helps you find the best prices, sellers\u2019 reliability and rating, genuine reviews, and similar product offers.&nbsp;Here is how it works: install the extension, open the AliExpress product page, and get all the information you need. You can also enjoy the Alitools app while getting even bigger perks. 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