HELP! Someone else using my EAN registered with GS1 illegally on Amazon
I am a new seller on Amazon, I first bought EAN codes directly from GS1 for my products and chose to share with Amazon, then I went to create a new product only to find out someone is fraudulently using my barcode for a completely different product, they are selling art while my code is registered for my own brand selling baby products in another country.
I opened a support case with Amazon and they asked to provide a ridiculous amount of documentation to prove it’s mine and I happily did, they confirmed what I provided is sufficient then said they will escalate to another team in Amazon, since then it’s been sitting there over 3 weeks and no timelines given except we’re working on it.
Anyone been through this before? It’s unfair that I can’t sell my products while someone else is illegally enjoying the codes I paid for!
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Was told I was approved after being denied once still can’t list
Was denied I applied again in same case then was approved was told
provided and have approved your application. You are now approved to list under this ….. Allow up to 24 hours for the approval to process within our system. If your listings remain inactive after 24 hours, take the following steps ect ect
I called seller support and they said just to reply again and say you were approved and still can’t list I did that and have not got a response in 6 days now…???
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Was told I was approved after being denied once still can’t list
Was denied I applied again in same case then was approved was told
provided and have approved your application. You are now approved to list under this ….. Allow up to 24 hours for the approval to process within our system. If your listings remain inactive after 24 hours, take the following steps ect ect
I called seller support and they said just to reply again and say you were approved and still can’t list I did that and have not got a response in 6 days now…???
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How to expand to different categories?
Hi,
My category is very niche and right now after 2-3 years of selling I am able to get in top 3 as per amazons search query performance with my market share of 25 percent.
It’s hovering around this week by week basis , sometimes going a little down but not up, I know managing this level is also tough considering the competition.
Earlier I used to try in other categories where after 10-15 failed product I was able to get a single product.
Now anyone can easily say the other failed product tought me experience but for me because of them I now evaluate every points for a product which somehow makes me to not try.
I don’t know which loop is this but I want to break it definitely . How you guys doing it based upon your experience? Any sort of framework you have adopted? Like introducing a set of products for every import/supply cycle?
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How to expand to different categories?
Hi,
My category is very niche and right now after 2-3 years of selling I am able to get in top 3 as per amazons search query performance with my market share of 25 percent.
It’s hovering around this week by week basis , sometimes going a little down but not up, I know managing this level is also tough considering the competition.
Earlier I used to try in other categories where after 10-15 failed product I was able to get a single product.
Now anyone can easily say the other failed product tought me experience but for me because of them I now evaluate every points for a product which somehow makes me to not try.
I don’t know which loop is this but I want to break it definitely . How you guys doing it based upon your experience? Any sort of framework you have adopted? Like introducing a set of products for every import/supply cycle?
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I think I screwed myself by selling cat food on Amazon AU
Real talk: I finally realized the problem isn’t customers. It’s the category I stupidly chose.
Cat food = the worst product you can possibly sell on Amazon.
Why? • Heavy → FBA fees insane • Low margin → can’t absorb mistakes • High shipping cost → FBM is a joke • High INR risk → drivers dump it and walk away • High theft risk → apartments eat packages for breakfast • Replacements → you lose twice • INR/A-to-Z → you auto-lose every time
Basically:
Any delivery issue = guaranteed loss. Every. Single. Time.
No other category punishes mistakes this hard.
Now I understand why big sellers never touch heavy pet products. The math literally doesn’t work.
Anyone here actually surviving selling cat food/heavy pet items on Amazon AU? How the hell are you handling INR and replacements without bleeding out?
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I think I screwed myself by selling cat food on Amazon AU
Real talk: I finally realized the problem isn’t customers. It’s the category I stupidly chose.
Cat food = the worst product you can possibly sell on Amazon.
Why? • Heavy → FBA fees insane • Low margin → can’t absorb mistakes • High shipping cost → FBM is a joke • High INR risk → drivers dump it and walk away • High theft risk → apartments eat packages for breakfast • Replacements → you lose twice • INR/A-to-Z → you auto-lose every time
Basically:
Any delivery issue = guaranteed loss. Every. Single. Time.
No other category punishes mistakes this hard.
Now I understand why big sellers never touch heavy pet products. The math literally doesn’t work.
Anyone here actually surviving selling cat food/heavy pet items on Amazon AU? How the hell are you handling INR and replacements without bleeding out?
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The Future of Amazon SEO in 2025–2026: How AI Overviews Are Changing Shopping—and How Sellers Can Win More Traffic Across Every Platform
Quick Summary
Google’s new AI Overviews and ChatGPT search are shifting consumer behavior — and Amazon sellers who only optimize for Amazon SEO are now losing visibility.
To win in 2025–2026, sellers must:
- Optimize for Search Everywhere, not just Amazon
- Create AI-readable listing content (structured, keyword-rich, high-intent)
- Target long-tail buyer intent keywords AI loves
- Use content + citations across TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, Google, and blogs
- Leverage AI tools to build content at scale
- Track profit impact in Seller Labs (the only thing that matters long-term)
This guide gives you the exact frameworks used by top sellers to win traffic across every major AI-driven platform.
Why Amazon SEO Alone Won’t Win in 2025–2026
For the first time in 20 years, shoppers are no longer starting on Google or Amazon alone.
Today, discovery happens on:
- Google AI Overviews
- ChatGPT Search
- YouTube
- TikTok
- Affiliate blogs
- Amazon’s internal search
In other words:
SEO is no longer Search Engine Optimization — it’s Search Everywhere Optimization.
What the data shows:
- Google impressions are up, but clicks are down 37% due to AI Overviews.
- TikTok is now used as a search engine by 40% of shoppers under 35.
- ChatGPT responses increasingly recommend specific brands + products.
- YouTube has become the #2 search engine behind Google.
AI is reading, summarizing, and recommending products — NOT just ranking websites.
If your listing isn’t structured for AI, you disappear.
AI Doesn’t Search Like Humans. Here’s How It “Finds” You.
AI systems pull from:
- Structured content
- Lists
- Tables
- Step-by-step frameworks
- Citations
- Reviews
- Metadata
- Long-tail queries
Meaning:
Paragraph-heavy listings rank worse
Bullet points rank better
Data-backed content ranks best
The 3 Elements AI Looks For:
- Content — clear, structured, factual
- Citations — external mentions, links, reviews
- Double-E-E-A-T — experience, expertise, authority, trust
If your listing and brand presence include those elements, you become the recommended answer in Google AI, ChatGPT, and TikTok search.
The AI-Optimized Listing Framework (The “AIO Framework”)
This is the framework designed for AI crawlers + Amazon ranking signals.
A. AI-Optimized Title Formula
[Primary Keyword] + [Specific Use Case] + [Unique Outcome/Benefit]
Examples:
Red Running Shoes
Red Running Shoes for Wide Feet – Cushioned Support for Daily Training
Dog Water Bottle
Portable Dog Water Bottle for Hiking – Leakproof, One-Hand Use
Long-tail, high-intent = AI gold.
B. AI-Optimized Bullet Point Formula
Every bullet should follow:
[Feature] → [Benefit] → [Proof] → [Use Case]
Example:
Leakproof Design → prevents spills in backpacks → tested with 500+ customers → perfect for travel and hiking.
This structure helps AI summarize your listing accurately.
C. AI-Optimized Description Layout
Use a predictable structure:
- Overview paragraph (2–3 sentences)
- Feature table (AI loves tables)
- Step-by-step “How to Use”
- Comparison block (why yours is different)
- FAQ section (AI pulls heavily from FAQs)
The more structured the content, the easier it is for AI Overviews to summarize accurately.
D. AI-Optimized Backend Keywords
Include:
- Problem-based keywords
- “For” keywords (“for toddlers,” “for arthritis,” “for oily skin”)
- Misspellings
- Materials
- Shopper intent keywords
- Symptom keywords
These help AI match your listing to specific buyer needs.
The “Long-Tail Intent System” (What AI Prioritizes Now)
AI prefers questions, not keywords.
Here’s how to build those.
Step 1: Identify Buyer-Intent Questions
Use ChatGPT, Perplexity, or AlsoAsked to generate:
- “Best ___ for ___”
- “How to choose ___”
- “Which ____ is good for ____”
- “What to buy if ____”
Example for running shoes:
- “Best running shoes for knee pain”
- “Running shoes for long-distance beginners”
- “Affordable running shoes for wide feet”
Step 2: Integrate These Into Your Content
Place these phrases strategically in:
- Titles
- Bullets
- Descriptions
- Amazon Storefront modules
- A+ Content
- External content (TikTok, YouTube, Reddit, blogs)
Step 3: Build micro-content that ranks on AI-driven platforms
Examples:
- TikTok: “3 ways to tell if your running shoes are hurting your knees”
- YouTube Shorts: “Best shoes for wide feet — 15-second guide”
- Reddit: “What I wish I knew before buying running shoes for long distances”
- Micro-blog (Google-friendly): “Top 5 shoes for runners with knee pain in 2025”
This increases citations, which AI uses to validate trust.
Search Everywhere Optimization (SEO for AI Overviews)
This table summarizes how to optimize for each platform:
| Platform | What AI Uses | What You Should Do |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Keywords, reviews, conversion clarity | AIO Framework, long-tail titles, structured bullets |
| Google AI Overviews | Structured data, lists, tables, citations | Blog posts, comparison tables, FAQ blocks |
| YouTube | Retention, captions, search phrases | “How to choose ___” videos, Shorts |
| TikTok | Hashtags, text overlays, captions | Quick buying guides, unboxings |
| Authentic language + keyword patterns | Mini-guides, long-tail solutions | |
| ChatGPT | High-authority content | Publish expert blogs, use data + citations |
The sellers who appear everywhere → win everywhere.
Tools That Speed Up 80% of the Work
Use AI tools as your content engine:
Keyword + Content Tools
- ChatGPT
- Perplexity
- Manis.ai
- Google’s Gemini
- Claude
Listing Optimization Tools
- Amazon Brand Analytics
- Search Query Performance
- Competitor ASIN analysis
Profit Impact Tracking
Use Seller Labs Profit Genius to track:
- SKU-level profitability
- Fee impact
- Margin erosion
- Ad spend efficiency
The Future: Organic Traffic Declining (But Opportunity Rising)
Google Search Console now shows:
Impressions UP
Clicks DOWN
As AI overviews expand, this trend will accelerate.
BUT — sellers who structure content for AI are taking more share of that reduced click pool than ever before.
While others lose traffic, you gain it — across Amazon + Google + TikTok + YouTube.
What Amazon Sellers Should Do NOW (The 5-Step AI Visibility Plan)
This is the actionable part sellers can implement today.
Step 1 — Rewrite titles for long-tail intent
Short titles lose ranking. AI likes clarity + specificity.
Step 2 — Convert bullets into AI-friendly structure
Feature → Benefit → Proof → Use Case
Step 3 — Add a comparison table in your description
Tables are heavily used in AI Overviews.
Step 4 — Publish 1 micro-guide per week
Examples:
- “How to choose a ___”
- “Best gifts for ___”
- “Top products for ___ problem”
These get indexed across Reddit, TikTok, Google, YouTube.
Step 5 — Track profit impact
Traffic only matters if profit grows with it. Use Seller Labs Profit Genius to profitability.
Final Takeaway
AI is reshaping how shoppers discover products — but sellers who adapt early gain the advantage.
Winning in 2025–2026 means:
- Long-tail keywords
- Structured listing content
- Multi-platform presence
- Profit insights from Seller Labs
The future belongs to the sellers who make AI work for them — not against them.
Ready to stay ahead of AI-driven search changes — and win more traffic everywhere shoppers browse?
Turn AI-optimized insights into real, measurable growth with Seller Labs Profit Genius.
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Anyone else seeing weak Black Friday performance this year?
So far, nothing impressive for me this Black Friday week. It honestly feels like all the hype got drained by the endless early sales, one-month Black Friday, 10-day countdowns, “early access” deals… there’s no real sense of urgency left.
What’s weird is that my product rankings are basically identical to last year same keywords, same positions but my sales are down about 50% compared to the same time in 2024.
Is this just me, or are others seeing something similar?
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Anyone else seeing weak Black Friday performance this year?
So far, nothing impressive for me this Black Friday week. It honestly feels like all the hype got drained by the endless early sales, one-month Black Friday, 10-day countdowns, “early access” deals… there’s no real sense of urgency left.
What’s weird is that my product rankings are basically identical to last year same keywords, same positions but my sales are down about 50% compared to the same time in 2024.
Is this just me, or are others seeing something similar?
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