DSers Chrome Extension: Everything You Need to Know in 2026

DSers replaced Oberlo as the default AliExpress-to-Shopify dropshipping tool after Shopify shut Oberlo down in mid-2022. Since then it has grown to more than 4.5 million users and accumulated over 19,000 five-star ratings on the Shopify App Store. A big part of that growth comes from the DSers Chrome Extension - the browser add-on that lets you grab products from AliExpress pages without leaving your tab and push them straight to your import list.

This guide covers exactly how the extension works: installation, connecting it to your store, the five main ways to find and import products, the free plan limits, and where the paid plans start. We also look at three alternatives for when DSers is not the right fit.

What is the DSers Chrome Extension?

The DSers Chrome Extension is the browser half of the DSers dropshipping system. The core DSers app lives in Shopify and handles order management; the Chrome extension connects your browser session to that app so you can add products while you are browsing AliExpress.

On its own the extension lets you:

• Pull a product from any AliExpress URL directly into your import list
• Search AliExpress by keyword or by uploading a product image
• Click an "Add to DSers" button that appears on AliExpress product pages
• Bulk-push everything in your import list to Shopify in one click
• Set shipping method rules and stock alerts from inside the extension

DSers claims the bulk order flow cuts manual fulfillment time by up to 95% compared to placing orders one at a time on AliExpress. The extension also handles the data collection - title, pricing, images, description - so you are not copying and pasting by hand.

The Chrome extension has passed 300,000 downloads from the Chrome Web Store. The free version is fully functional for getting started; paid plans unlock higher store and order caps.

How to Use DSers Chrome Extension

The Chrome extension requires the DSers app to be connected to your Shopify store first. You cannot use the extension alone.

Installing The DSers App

1. Log in to your Shopify admin.
2. Search for "DSers" in the Shopify App Store.
3. Click "Add app," then "Install app" on the install page.
4. Enter your store URL and click "Install DSers."

Once installed, the DSers app creates an account for your store. You will need that account active before the Chrome extension can sync your product picks.

Connecting The DSers Chrome Extension

1. Log in to your DSers account.
2. Go to the DSers website and navigate to the "Resources" tab.
3. Click the "Chrome Extension" option.
4. On the extension page, click "Install Now" - this takes you to the Chrome Web Store.
5. Click "Add to Chrome."

You can also find the extension directly in the Chrome Web Store by searching "DSers."

Finding Products Using The DSers Chrome Extension

Make sure you are logged into your DSers account before using the extension. There are two search methods:

By URL: Copy a product URL from AliExpress and paste it into the extension's search bar. DSers pulls the title, price, images, and description automatically. Review the details, edit anything you want to change, then add the product to your DSers account.

By keyword: Type a product keyword into the extension's search bar. DSers returns a list of matching AliExpress products. Pick the one you want, edit the details, and add it.

Once you have added products, they land in your import list rather than going directly to Shopify. That staging step gives you a chance to review and edit everything before publishing.

Importing Products In Bulk

Adding products individually gets slow fast. The import list solves this.

1. Click "Import List" in the DSers extension menu to see every product you have queued.
2. Edit, manage, or remove products as needed.
3. Check the "Push to Shopify" box on the products you want to publish, then confirm.

All selected products go to your Shopify store in one shot. The free DSers plan supports up to 3,000 orders per month and three stores, which is enough room for most stores that are still finding their footing.

Using Pictures To Find Products with DSers Chrome Extension

If you have seen a product on social media or a competitor's site and want to find it on AliExpress, the Supplier Optimizer feature handles image-based search.

1. Click "Supplier Optimizer" in the extension menu.
2. Click the camera icon.
3. Upload a screenshot or photo of the product.

DSers runs a visual search and returns AliExpress listings that match the image. Pick the closest match, edit the listing details, and add it to your import list.

Using The "Add to DSers" Button

When you are browsing AliExpress normally and spot something worth selling:

1. Click into the product page.
2. Click the "Add to DSers" button that appears on the page.

DSers collects the product data and places it in your import list. From there the process is the same as above.

Benefits of Using DSers Chrome Extension

Finding Products with DSers Chrome Extension

The extension gives you three product discovery paths in one place: keyword search, direct URL import, and image search. That covers most situations without needing to switch tools. If you already know what you want to sell, URL import gets it done in under a minute.

Editing Information

AliExpress supplier titles are rarely store-ready. Before anything goes live on your Shopify store you can edit the product title, description, and price inside the extension. That means you can add the right keywords and fix the copy at the import stage rather than going back after publishing. For keyword research guidance, the Shopify blog has a solid primer.

Managing Stock

Running out of stock on a live order is a bad situation. The extension's stock alert feature monitors AliExpress inventory in real time and notifies you before things go wrong. Turn alerts on or off from the "Settings" section inside the extension.

Tracking Orders with DSers Chrome Extension

Instead of logging into AliExpress separately to check fulfillment, the extension tracks orders from the moment you place them through to delivery confirmation. You can look up an order by order number, tracking number, or customer email.

Optimizing Shipping

You can set shipping method rules in advance - filtering by destination country, price ceiling, and estimated delivery window - so DSers picks the right carrier automatically rather than making you choose on every individual order. That matters for average store revenue because delivery speed is one of the factors customers weigh before buying.

DSers Chrome extension - Pros and Cons

Pros of the DSers Chrome Extension

• Installs from the Chrome Web Store in minutes
• Supports keyword, URL, and image-based product search
• One-click bulk import to Shopify
• Real-time stock alerts
• Order tracking without leaving DSers
• Multilingual support for non-English markets
• Free plan handles 3 stores and up to 3,000 orders per month
• Items can be imported with destination-country pricing

Cons of the DSers Chrome Extension

• The free plan caps certain account management features inside the extension
• The extension only works for order placement and management, not full store management
• Annual cost for the Pro (enterprise) plan is around $499 per month, roughly $5,988 per year
• Stock management options are limited on the free tier
• Chrome only - no Firefox, Safari, or Edge version

The cons are real but most of them apply only once your store grows beyond beginner volume. Starting on the free plan and upgrading when you hit the limits is a reasonable path. Paid plans start at around $20 per month for the entry tier, with higher tiers adding more stores and order volume.

Alternatives For The DSers Chrome Extension

When Shopify shut down Oberlo in 2022, DSers absorbed much of its user base and became the closest like-for-like replacement. But DSers has a 3.2 out of 5 rating on Trustpilot (based on 12 reviews as of mid-2026), which suggests some users find it falls short. Three alternatives worth looking at:

AliDropship

AliDropship is built around AliExpress sourcing, similar to Oberlo and DSers. It works with both Shopify and WooCommerce and includes a browser extension for product import. Core features include built-in themes, product import, and automated order placement.

HyperSKU

HyperSKU connects to over 2,000 vetted factories rather than open AliExpress, which means you can source white-label products with more control over branding. It integrates with Shopify and focuses on custom packaging and express international shipping alongside standard order fulfillment.

AliScraper

AliScraper is aimed at sellers who want faster US and EU shipping - orders ship in two to five business days from warehouses closer to customers. Features cover product sourcing, automated fulfillment, and customized pricing rules.

Conclusion

DSers is the most practical path from "I found a product on AliExpress" to "it's live on my Shopify store." The Chrome extension handles the import side of that workflow, and the free plan gives you enough room to test whether the setup works for your business before paying anything.

To get the most out of dropshipping, pairing DSers with a competitive research tool helps. The Koala Inspector shows you what products competing Shopify stores are selling, which apps they use, and what's driving their traffic - so you can make sourcing decisions based on what's actually working in the market rather than guessing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does the DSers extension work with WooCommerce?

Yes, DSers supports WooCommerce. The setup process differs slightly from Shopify, but the extension works with both platforms.

Do I need to pay to use the extension?

No. The extension is free to install and use. Premium DSers features (higher order limits, more stores, advanced supplier management) require a paid account. Paid plans start at around $20 per month.

Can I use the extension on other browsers?

No. The DSers Chrome extension is Chrome-only and is not available for Firefox, Safari, or Edge.