Region / Service | Phone Number | Notes |
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Headquarters (China) | +86 571 8502 2088 | Corporate Office – Hangzhou |
Customer Support (China) | +86 400 826 1688 | Main customer helpline |
Customer Support (USA) | +1 408 748 1200 | North America regional office |
Customer Support (Europe) | +44 20 7588 0688 | London office for European clients |
Customer Support (India) | +91 22 6665 2222 | Mumbai regional office |
Seller Support | +86 571 8815 6666 | Support for suppliers and exporters |
Press / Media Contact | +86 571 8815 8888 | Media & PR team |
Alibaba.com, founded in 1999, is the flagship business-to-business (B2B) platform of Alibaba Group. Headquartered in Hangzhou, China (Asia), it connects millions of buyers and suppliers worldwide, making it one of the largest global wholesale and sourcing marketplaces.
The platform enables businesses — especially small and medium enterprises (SMEs) — to source products directly from manufacturers and wholesalers. Alibaba.com supports global trade across categories like machinery, electronics, apparel, raw materials, consumer goods, and industrial equipment.
It provides end-to-end trade services, including secure payments, order protection, international logistics, and supplier verification, making cross-border trade more efficient and trustworthy.
Key Features
Global B2B wholesale marketplace connecting buyers and suppliers.
Millions of products across diverse industries and categories.
Supplier verification for trust and authenticity.
Trade Assurance for secure payments and buyer protection.
End-to-end logistics solutions via Alibaba’s Cainiao network.
Tools for SMEs to expand globally and scale exports.
Mobile-friendly platform with real-time communication tools.
Customization and bulk order options for businesses.
Integration with Alibaba Cloud, Alipay, and other ecosystem services.