This episode cuts through the noise surrounding Amazon account suspensions related to giveaways. It clarifies the real reasons behind suspensions, moving beyond common speculation to provide actionable strategies for FBA sellers to avoid issues and successfully appeal if suspended. The host shares insights from Amazon experts, focusing on preventative measures and effective plans of action.
Key takeaways
Understand that deep discount giveaways alone are unlikely to cause suspension for the majority of sellers; focus on other potential violations.
Be aware of "brushing" schemes where numerous bot accounts order a product to manipulate reviews, as this is a significant cause for suspension.
Avoid using the same credit card across multiple Amazon buyer accounts for product purchases, as this can trigger a suspension for perceived manipulation.
Develop a robust plan of action that directly addresses Amazon's concerns if your account is suspended, focusing on what you did, why it happened, and how you will prevent it.
Proactively open an Amazon case to document any potential issues or concerns you have about your selling practices to demonstrate due diligence.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Understand that deep discount giveaways alone are unlikely to cause suspension for the majority of sellers; focus on other potential violations.
What does this episode say about founder & leadership?
Be aware of "brushing" schemes where numerous bot accounts order a product to manipulate reviews, as this is a significant cause for suspension.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Avoid using the same credit card across multiple Amazon buyer accounts for product purchases, as this can trigger a suspension for perceived manipulation.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Develop a robust plan of action that directly addresses Amazon's concerns if your account is suspended, focusing on what you did, why it happened, and how you will prevent it.
What does this episode say about amazon & marketplaces?
Proactively open an Amazon case to document any potential issues or concerns you have about your selling practices to demonstrate due diligence.
