Yes.

Although they are from the same group, they are two different platforms. They will not be linked to the Alibaba platform.

AliExpress is similar to Taobao. You apply for a registered account on the platform and get a platform store. Publish products, and display them in the store after they are reviewed and approved. Buyers who see your products will contact you if they are interested. After the transaction is negotiated, the buyer will pay to Alipay International. Alibaba customer service will then notify you to ship the goods. After the buyer receives the goods and feels that there is no problem, he will notify Alibaba, and then Alibaba will give you the payment. This is the general operation method.