Amazon Affiliate Approval: What You Need Before Applying

Amazon Affiliate Approval: What You Need Before Applying

Getting approved as an Amazon affiliate is easy if you know what they’re looking for. Many beginners rush in, only to get rejected because their site isn’t ready. Let’s make sure that doesn’t happen to you.

Requirement 1: A Place to Share Links

Amazon wants you to have at least one platform:

• A blog or website with content
• A YouTube channel with original videos

• A mobile app
• A social media profile (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, etc.)

Requirement 2: Original Content

Your platform should have enough content to show you’re serious.

For a blog: at least 10–15 posts with useful information.

For YouTube: at least 5–10 videos.

Requirement 3: Traffic Potential

You don’t need thousands of visitors yet, but Amazon wants to see that your platform is active and can grow.

Requirement 4: Acceptable Topics

• Avoid promoting:
• Adult content
• Violence
• Anything illegal
• Copyright-infringing content

Requirement 5: Compliance

You must follow Amazon’s rules:

• Don’t use affiliate links in offline promotions or printed material.
• Don’t send affiliate links directly in emails.

Pro Tip: Even after approval, you have 180 days to make 3 sales. If you fail, your account will be closed, but you can reapply later.

💬 Question for You:

What platform do you plan to use for your Amazon affiliate promotions — blog, YouTube, or social media? Let me know in the comments!

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Paul.