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We track KPIs like CTR, CPC, inquiry volume, quote conversion, and ROI per product. Our team provides monthly ad reports and adjusts strategy based on keyword trends and buyer behavior.

Absolutely. We design a fully customized Alibaba storefront with banners, category icons, factory videos, and brand storytelling—improving buyer engagement and your brand’s professional appeal.

Alibaba hosts online trade shows and live streaming events, where sellers can showcase products and interact with live buyers. We help you apply, prepare presentations, and use live chat to convert leads in real-time.

Yes, Alibaba allows promotional tools for Gold Suppliers, including limited-time discounts, coupon codes, banner slots, and bundle pricing. We plan and configure these during seasonal events or new product launches.

We select high-converting keywords from Alibaba’s data, structure ads by product category, and set daily bid caps, ROI goals, and ad schedules. We manage ads weekly to reduce wasted spend and increase qualified traffic.

This is common in B2B trade. We monitor lead interactions, send follow-up nudges, and identify buyers who engage repeatedly but don’t convert. Our team helps you qualify serious buyers and adjust quoting strategy accordingly.

Both are used. High-value buyers often request Zoom/Skype meetings or Alibaba live video calls. We help you prepare presentations, factory intros, or sample showcases for these interactions.

We track inquiry responses, manage follow-up communications, and help with sample invoicing, shipment documentation, and buyer relationship development for long-term partnerships.

A winning Alibaba quote includes product specs, MOQ, FOB or EXW pricing, lead time, packaging details, certification info, and payment terms (T/T, L/C). We prepare well-structured quote responses to improve buyer trust.

Yes, Alibaba’s RFQ platform allows you to set product filters, target specific regions, and select industries. We manage your account to ensure time is spent only on high-potential buyers that match your production or supply capability.

Yes, we customize your Alibaba Mini Site (storefront) with banners, company profile, certification display, and product categories. A professionally designed store boosts credibility and RFQ conversion rate.

We implement monthly catalog audits to ensure pricing accuracy, product availability, and lead time consistency. This minimizes RFQ rejections and improves buyer satisfaction.

Yes. Videos help build trust. We help create introductory product videos, production line walkthroughs, or client testimonials, which can be uploaded in the company profile or on premium product pages.

Factors include keyword-rich titles, response rate, gold membership, high-resolution images, certifications, and consistent catalog updates. We audit your listings regularly to meet Alibaba’s best practices.

Buyers often request certifications (CE, MSDS, SGS, etc.) for electronics, textiles, chemicals, or medical devices. We help gather or list these certificates and mention compliance clearly in your listings to build credibility.

Alibaba does not handle physical shipping or customs—you manage fulfillment. However, we help guide your team on export documentation, HS codes, Incoterms, and payment formalities to ensure smooth cross-border trade.

Yes, if you don’t yet have a GST certificate, IEC code, or firm registration, we help set up the required compliance structure to begin your B2B export journey on Alibaba.

Absolutely. Alibaba is ideal for B2B sellers looking to reach wholesalers, retailers, and importers in bulk. We help design your store to showcase MOQ, production capacity, and shipping terms effectively.

Yes, Indian businesses can register on Alibaba and sell globally. We help you comply with export documentation, HS codes, payment setup (T/T, PayPal, etc.), and product categorization.

Account setup typically takes 3–7 working days, including document review and business verification. Gold Supplier activation may take slightly longer due to financial validation and onboarding interviews.