I got my first dropshipping orders! What's next?
I got my first four orders, I'm dropshipping from Aliexpress to Amazon. Also, I'm using ASuto DS to publish my products. What's next? Do I need to send the supplier on Aliexpress the addresses? Is Auto DS supposed to do that for me? I'm so confused. I need some assistance, please. It's URGENT! Thanks so much.
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Seller_nRFmxiQg4EGrw
First step, PUT YOUR ACCOUNT ON VACATION.
I can't even follow exactly what it is you are trying to do, but then again, I don't think you know, either. Until you figure that out, STOP.
While you're waiting for someone who can better understand your situation to chime in, read through the forums; pay special attention to the "Help, I"ve been suspended" and "Section 3" threads. It may already be too late to save your account, but at least you may understand why.
Seller_Hi7wbO2Kbo6bl
That's the feeling I get.
@Seller_82BHZa84CSGsm
Drop shipping (unless rigid rules are followed) is strictly forbidden. Aliexpress is yet another face-palm trigger.
You may be through before you start. Delete any listings you have made, put your account on vacation, read the forums, study Seller University.
Seller_AXC06kcsKI1qG
here’s what you should have done first..see here
Once you’ve suspended you need to see this.
Seller_8sP6ffckcRn6v
The first thing to do when you enter the latrine is to lock the door.
Or you may be caught with your pants at your ankles.
I am trying to say, how did you offer merchandise for sale before you knew what to do? You now have four customers waiting for their orders.
Okay. I will help you.
You order the merchandise from Ali Bali Lali. You ship it with Ali express to the Amazon headquarters in Seattle. .All you have to do is to have the order number in the packing slip.
The team at Amazon know how to handle it. This is what they do. They will take it from there.
Dominic_Amazon
Hi @Seller_82BHZa84CSGsm,
Dominic from Amazon here, happy to provide some context.
Drop shipping on Amazon refers to the process of allowing a third-party to fulfill orders to customers on your behalf. The main point for sellers to know is that drop shipping is not an acceptable practice unless it’s clear to the customer that you’re the seller of record.
With that in mind, let’s review the key dos and don’ts every seller must keep in mind in order to comply with Amazon’s Drop Shipping policy.
Drop shipping: the DO list
- If you intend to fulfill orders using another company’s fulfillment service, a third-party logistics company, or a drop shipper, you must always:
- Have an agreement with your supplier where you are the only seller of record and the only entity identified as the seller of your products on all packing slips, invoices, external packaging, or any other information included or provided in connection with the products.
- Remove any packing slips, invoices, external packaging, or other information identifying a different seller or third-party supplier prior to shipping the order.
- Remain responsible for accepting and processing customer returns, and always comply with the Business Solutions Agreement (BSA) and applicable Amazon policies.
Drop shipping: the DON’T list
Examples of Amazon Drop Shipping Policy violations include:
- Purchasing products from a third party, including Amazon or another seller in Amazon’s stores, and having that third party ship directly to customers, if the shipment does not identify you as the seller of record or if anyone other than you (including the third party) appears on packing slips, invoices, or external packaging, it is strictly prohibited without exception.
- Shipping orders with packing slips, invoices, external packaging, or other information indicating a seller name or contact information other than your own is also strictly prohibited.
Best,
Dominic
