Introduction
Connecting your Shopify store to AutoDS is the first step to automating your dropshipping business. Once connected, you can import products, manage listings, and automate orders directly from your AutoDS dashboard.
By following this guide, you’ll connect your Shopify store in just a few minutes.
Benefits
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Seamless integration with your Shopify store.
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Import and publish products in just a few clicks.
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Automate order fulfillment and price updates.
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Centralized product and order management.
⚠️Important: Always choose your subscription plan directly on the AutoDS website. This way, you’ll keep access to all selling channels and can connect multiple stores under the same account without limitations.
Subscribing through third-party platforms (like Shopify) links your plan only to that specific channel, which may cause restrictions when you want to add more stores later.
Steps to connect your Shopify store
| Step | Action |
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| Step 1: Start adding a store | 1) From the AutoDS sidebar, click Add Store. 2) If prompted with a “No Stores” page, click ➕ Add Store at the bottom left. |
| Step 2: Select Shopify as your selling channel | In the pop-up window, choose Shopify Store from the list of supported platforms and click Continue. |
| Step 3: Choose how to connect your Shopify store |
You’ll see three options: |
| Step 4: Install the AutoDS App for Shopify |
If you selected I have a Shopify store, you’ll be redirected to the Shopify App installation page. Click Install, then on the confirmation screen click Install app to authorize AutoDS. |
| Step 5: Confirm the connection | After installation, you’ll be redirected back to AutoDS. A confirmation message will appear, and your Shopify store will show under the Stores section in your AutoDS dashboard. |
Import product reviews with Judge.me
AutoDS integrates with Judge.me, a tool that lets you import and display product reviews from AliExpress. This helps build trust with customers and increase conversions.
How to use it:
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From the Product Page or Drafts Page, click the three-dot menu (⋮) next to a product.
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Select Import Reviews with Judge.me.
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If it’s your first time, you’ll be redirected to the Shopify App Store to install Judge.me.
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Review settings and management are handled directly inside the Judge.me app.
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Currently, Judge.me supports reviews imported only from AliExpress.
Possible Issues & Workarounds
| Issue | Explanation | Solution |
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| Authorization failed | Permissions were denied during app installation. | Reinstall the app and accept all requested permissions. |
| The store doesn’t appear | The connection wasn’t finalized. | Refresh your AutoDS dashboard or reconnect the store. |
| Already connected to another account | The same Shopify store is linked to a different AutoDS account. | Remove the store from the other account or use a different plan. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Can I connect more than one Shopify store to AutoDS?
A: Yes, if your plan supports multiple stores, you can connect as many as needed.
👉 Learn More: Subscription Plans and Additional Features
Q: Do I need a paid plan to connect my Shopify store?
A: To connect your Shopify store to AutoDS, you must have an active AutoDS subscription and your Shopify store itself needs to be fully set up, verified, and active. We also recommend uploading a product directly from Shopify first to confirm there are no blockers before connecting it to AutoDS.
👉 Learn More: How to choose the right selling channel and add a store to AutoDS
Q: What if I already connected my Shopify store to a different AutoDS account?
A: You’ll need to remove it from the other account or upgrade your plan to add it again.
Q: I accidentally installed the AutoDS app manually before completing the setup. What should I do?
A: We recommend uninstalling the AutoDS app from your Shopify account first. Then, go back to the AutoDS platform and restart the setup process to ensure everything connects properly.