Learn how to create a successful dropshipping store in 2025 using WordPress, Hostinger, and CJ Dropshipping. Follow this updated, step-by-step guide to launch and grow your online business without holding inventory.
How to Build a Profitable Dropshipping Store in 2025
I’ll walk you
through building a successful dropshipping store from scratch using WordPress
and CJ Dropshipping. Whether you’re new to eCommerce or working with a tight
budget, this tutorial is designed to help you launch your online business
without inventory or technical experience.
What is Dropshipping
Dropshipping is an online business model that lets you sell
products without handling inventory or shipping logistics.. Here’s how it
works:
1. A customer
buys a product from your store.
2. You
purchase that product from a dropshipping supplier (like CJ Dropshipping).
3. The
supplier handles shipping and sends the product straight to the customer.
4. You keep
the profit (the difference between the selling price and product cost).
Why Start Dropshipping in 2025?
• Low
Startup Cost: No inventory needed.
• Work from
Anywhere Just a laptop is all it takes.
• Beginner-Friendly:
No experience required.
• Fully
Automated: Order fulfillment is handled by suppliers.
Key Tools for This Tutorial
• WordPress
– The most cost-effective platform for building your online store.
• Hostinger
– Affordable and dependable web hosting at $32/year, including a free domain.
• CJ
Dropshipping – Fast shipping, global warehouses, and SEO-ready product
listings.
• Elementor
– Drag-and-drop builder for designing your store with ease.
Step-by-Step: Build
Your Dropshipping Store
Step 1: Choose a Store Name & Buy Hosting
1. Visit
LeanDomainSearch.com to find a catchy store name.
2. Go to
Hostinger and get hosting with a free domain.
3. Select the
Premium Plan (12-48 months) for the best value.
Step 2: Install WordPress and link it to your free domain
2. Select: “I
want to create a website” → Choose WordPress.
3. Set a
strong password and continue.
4. Claim your
domain (e.g., trendingdisplay.com).
5. Choose a
server location (preferably US or UK).
Step 3: Clean Up Your WordPress Dashboard
1. Go to
Plugins > Installed Plugins → Deactivate and delete all.
2. Go to
Settings > General → Enter your site name and tagline.
3. Go to
Permalinks → Select “Post name” and save changes.
4. Clean the
dashboard using “Screen Options”.
Step 4: Install a Ready-Made Theme
1. Install
plugin: Starter Templates.
2. Choose
page builder: Elementor.
3. Select the
Brand Store theme.
4. Follow the
prompts and launch the pre-designed layout.
Step 5: Set Up WooCommerce
1. Navigate
to WooCommerce > Settings.
2. Enter your
store/business address.
3. Set
currency to USD.
4. Save
changes.
Step 6: Delete Dummy Products
1. Go to
Products > All Products.
2. Select all
→ Move to Trash → Empty Trash.
3. Go to
Categories → Delete all pre-made ones.
4. Go to
Attributes → Delete unused entries.
Add Products from CJ Dropshipping
Step 7: Create & Connect CJ Account
1. Go to CJ
Dropshipping → Register.
2. Verify
your email and complete your profile.
3. In
WordPress, install plugin: CJ Dropshipping.
4. Connect
your store using your domain (e.g., trendingdisplay.com).
Step 8: Explore Products
• Use “Find
Products” on CJ.
• Filter by
Warehouse Location (US, UK, China, etc.).
• Check
shipping times and costs based on destination.
Step 9: Set Up Product Categories
1. Go to
Products > Categories in WordPress.
2. Add
categories like:
o Home &
Kitchen
o Pet
Supplies
o Fashion
Accessories
o Gadgets
& Tech
o Fitness
& Wellness
o And more
Step 10: Import Products from CJ
1. Click
“List” on a CJ product.
2. Choose
your store and assign the correct category.
3. Set your
retail price (e.g., $28.95).
4. Keep
default images and descriptions (or customize).
5. Go to
Reviews tab → Only send 4- and 5-star reviews.
6. Click List
– product will be sent to your store!
To update or edit the product, simply navigate to WordPress
> Products at any time.
Why CJ Dropshipping?
• Warehouses
in US, UK, China, Canada (fast delivery)
• Product
videos provided (great for TikTok/Facebook ads)
• Free
product sourcing
• Dedicated
section for trending/winning products
What’s Next
Once your store is live with a few products, the next step
is marketing.
In the upcoming section (or part two of the tutorial), we’ll
cover:
• How to run
TikTok & Facebook ads
• Creating
viral content
• Scaling
your store for consistent profit
Final Words
By following this guide, you now have a fully functional
dropshipping store ready to sell in 2025. With the right products, fast
shipping, and solid marketing you’re set for success.
Stay tuned for the next part where we’ll scale the business
using powerful advertising strategies.