> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.alana.shopping/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Connecting Your E-Commerce Platform

> Learn how to connect Shopify, WooCommerce, VTEX, and other supported platforms to Alana Shopping B2B

# Connecting Your E-Commerce Platform

Getting your e-commerce platform connected to Alana is quick and easy. Once connected, your products will sync automatically, and you can start using AI-powered content generation right away.

## Supported Platforms

We currently support integrations with:

* **Shopify** — All plan levels (Basic, Shopify Plus, custom stores)
* **WooCommerce** — Self-hosted and managed solutions
* **VTEX** — Full VTEX ecosystem support
* **BigCommerce** — All plan types
* **Magento** — Open Source and Commerce editions
* **Custom APIs** — For other platforms, contact our support team

## How to Connect a Platform

### Step 1: Go to Integrations Settings

1. Click your **workspace name** in the top-left corner
2. Select **Settings** from the dropdown
3. Navigate to **Integrations** tab

### Step 2: Select Your Platform

Look for your platform in the available integrations list. Click the **Connect** button next to it.

### Step 3: Authorize Access

You'll be redirected to your platform to authorize Alana. Follow the platform-specific steps:

* **Shopify**: Review the permissions and click **Install app**
* **WooCommerce**: Grant API access and confirm
* **VTEX**: Authorize the API credentials
* **Others**: Follow the on-screen authorization prompts

### Step 4: Confirm Connection

Once authorized, you'll return to Alana and see a **Connected** status. Your workspace is now linked to your platform!

## What Happens After Connecting

Once your platform is connected, Alana automatically:

1. **Syncs your products** — All products from your store appear in Alana's catalog
2. **Downloads product images** — High-resolution images are saved securely
3. **Maps product data** — Names, descriptions, prices, and attributes are organized
4. **Starts tracking changes** — New products are synced in real-time
5. **Prepares for AI content** — Your products are ready for AI-powered descriptions and enhancements

No manual uploads needed—everything happens in the background.

## Next Steps

* **[Configure sync settings](/help/integrations/sync-settings)** — Choose automatic or manual sync, set frequency
* **[Troubleshoot sync issues](/help/integrations/troubleshooting-sync)** — If products aren't appearing
* **[View the integrations guide](/guides/integrations)** — Deep-dive technical documentation
* **[Start generating AI content](/help/ai/ai-credits-and-usage)** — Use your synced products with Alana's AI

## Still Need Help?

If your platform isn't listed or you're having trouble connecting, [reach out to our support team](/help/faq/contact-support). We're here to help!