Did you order a surprise gift… or maybe something a bit embarrassing? And now you’re wondering how to make it quietly disappear from your AliExpress history? Don’t worry, you’re not alone.
I’ve also wanted to hide an order before (a failed gift, an impulse buy, or just to keep things private). And even though AliExpress doesn’t allow full deletion, there’s a simple solution: archive the order in a separate section.
In this guide, I’ll show you step by step how to hide an AliExpress order — with screenshots and practical tips.
Can you permanently delete an AliExpress order?
No, AliExpress doesn’t offer full deletion. But you can hide an order: it disappears from your main list and moves to a hidden tab called “Deleted Orders”.
It’s not true deletion, but it’s good enough to keep the order away from curious eyes.
Why would you want to hide an order?
- Protect your privacy (gifts, personal items, etc.).
- Clean up your orders list to better track current purchases.
- Tidy your history without losing everything.
How to hide an AliExpress order?
Here are the exact steps to hide (or “delete”) an order:
- Log in to your AliExpress account.
- Go to “My Account” > “My Orders”.
- Find the order you want to hide.
- Click on “Deleted Item” (a bad translation of “hide order”).
- Confirm when the pop-up window appears.
Once hidden, the order goes into the “Deleted Orders” tab. You can access or restore it anytime.
Important: this doesn’t delete the data, the invoice, or the tracking.
Can I hide an order from the mobile app?
Yes, you can! The option to hide an order also exists in the AliExpress app, although it’s a bit harder to find than on the website.
Here’s how to do it from your phone:
- Open the AliExpress app and go to “My Orders”.
- Find the order you want to hide.
- Tap the three little dots at the bottom left of the order.
- Select “Deleted Item” from the menu.
- Confirm when the window appears.
Once confirmed, the order is moved to the “Deleted Orders” tab, just like on a computer. You can restore it anytime.
Can I cancel a hidden order?
No, hiding an order does not cancel it. If you really want to cancel an order in progress, do this:
- Go to “My Orders”.
- Find the order in question.
- If it hasn’t shipped yet, click “Request Cancellation”.
If it has already shipped, wait to receive it and then open a dispute to get a refund.
To learn more, read my full article on how to cancel an AliExpress order.
FAQ: Your common questions
1 – Does hiding an order really delete it?
No. The order is just moved to the “Deleted Orders” tab. It’s still accessible, including the details, receipt, and tracking.
2 – Does tracking still work after hiding?
Yes. As long as the order is processing or shipping, you can still track your package, even if the order is hidden.
3 – Can I restore a hidden order?
Yes. Just go to the “Deleted Orders” tab and click “Restore” to bring it back to your main list.
4 – Can I hide an order from the mobile app?
Yes. Tap the three dots at the bottom of the order, select “Deleted Item”, and confirm. The order will go to the hidden section.
5 – What about unpaid orders?
Unpaid orders can’t be hidden, but they will automatically disappear after a few days if you don’t pay.
Conclusion
You can’t permanently delete an AliExpress order, but you can easily hide it in just a few clicks. Once archived, it leaves the main list and moves to the hidden orders tab.
It’s the perfect solution to keep things private without losing your full purchase history.
Now you have all the keys to manage your AliExpress history smartly.