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How to write and edit Amazon reviews, and find or delete your reviews

• You can write Amazon reviews on the product page of the item you purchased.
• Once published, you have the option to view, edit, or hide the review from your profile.
• All these actions can be accomplished on either the Amazon desktop website or mobile app.

If you buy items through Amazon, writing reviews can not only help other people make informed purchases, but it can also help you keep track of the things that do and don't work for you. 

Once you publish an Amazon review, you can go back in and make changes if, for example, you find that the long-term experience of owning an item is different than the first impression. You can also hide reviews from view if you decide you don't want other people to see it for any reason.

Here's what you need to know about writing and editing reviews on the Amazon website and mobile app. 

How to write a review on Amazon

You can write reviews on either the desktop website or Amazon Shopping mobile app. 

On desktop: 

1. Sign in to your Amazon account and navigate to the product you want to rate and review.

2. Scroll down to the Customer reviews section, and under the Review this product headline, click the Write a customer review button.  

3. You will then be taken to a page where you leave an overall rating, rate the product features, add a photo, and leave a written review with a headline.

4. Hit Submit at the bottom of the page once you're satisfied with your review.

On mobile: 

1. Open the Amazon Shopping app on your iPhone, iPad , or Android and log in, if needed.

2. Go to the product you wish to review and scroll down and tap Customer Reviews .

3. Tap Write a Review .

4. Add your product review.

5. Tap Submit .

How to view, edit, and delete your reviews on Amazon

If your initial review needs to be changed, you can go back in and edit or delete it — or hide it from your public profile. Here's how:

1. Log into your Amazon account .

2. Click Accounts & Lists at the top of the screen.

3. On the next page, click Your Amazon profile under the Ordering and shopping preferences section. 

4. Scroll down and you'll see your reviews listed. To edit or delete one, click the three-dot icon at the top-right corner of the review in question.

5. Select Edit review , Delete review , or Hide on my public profile .

1. Open the Amazon Shopping app on your mobile device.

2. Tap the profile icon in the bottom toolbar.

3. Select Your Account .

4. Scroll down and under the Personalized content section, tap Profile .

5. Scroll toward the bottom of the screen and you will see your reviews; tap the three-dot icon beside a review for the option to edit, delete, or hide it from your profile.

6. Tap to select the desired option.

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How to Write an Objective Amazon Review

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Do you want to write an Amazon review that could put you into the rank of elite Top 1000, 500 or 100 reviewers? While writing a review might sound simple, you need to properly test out and form your own opinions about the product. You should provide readers with positive feedback and any criticisms you have while being honest about the product. Once you've written an objective review, promote the review so you can earn star review status.

Including Balanced Information

• Amazon notes that the item you're reviewing must be valued at $5.00 or more. Also, if someone else in your household has reviewed the item, you can't write a review as well. [1] X Research source

• Even if you really didn't like the product, try to include one positive thing to note in your review. This will help your review seem balanced. For example, you might say, "Although the scale is heavy and difficult to program, I liked its sleek appearance."

• You may want to write something like, "I really liked the design of the dresser I bought, but I found that the materials were cheap and the dresser was very hard to put together. People may have trouble assembling all the little parts of this dresser."

• Try to provide a mix of positive and critical feedback in your review. Many readers distrust reviews that are extremely negative.

• For example, you might say that you preferred this kitchen scale model as opposed to another one because the buttons were larger and easier to use.

• Word length will vary depending on what you're reviewing. For example, you'll probably write a longer review for a novel than for cotton balls.

• A sample disclosure statement could be: "Disclosure: I received a sample product from the manufacturer for an honest review."

Improving the Ranking of Your Objective Review

• If your review is full of typos and misspelled words, readers may have a hard time understanding it or they may just skip over it.

• To connect accounts, you'll need to agree to provide Facebook or Twitter with access to some of your account information.

• You'll need to ensure that the software you choose to download is compatible with your computer's operating system.

• Be sure to check a number of departments for top selling items that overlap. For example, if you want to review a kitchen scale, check the Home and Kitchen category as well as the Office Products and the Industrial/Scientific categories.

• Although you won't be paid to participate in Amazon Vine, you will need to review products that are sent to you within 30 days.

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How to Write an Amazon Review

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When writing an Amazon review, you can be a contributor to someone’s happiness.  By directing them to a product that could be useful to them, you are helping them discover something that they would enjoy.

An Amazon product description is meant to sell a product.  Your job is to direct buyers to the right place and convince them they need it.

So what is the best way to write an Amazon product review?  First, let’s talk about the structure of the review, and then we’ll discuss some best practices so ensure your reviews are useful and informative to the readers.

How to Structure Your Amazon Review

Although it’s not necessary to copy what we’ve written here, this will guide you through the basic the structure that you would want to have in an Amazon Review.

Add the product name and the word ‘review’, since this is what people will be searching for.  You could also add something to pique interest, such as “Does It Really Work?” or “Is This Product All It Claims to Be?”.

• Introduction

In this section, tell your reader a bit about the product in general.  For example, if you’re selling an exercise bicycle, tell them why they need an exercise bicycle.  Once they understand the need, tell them about other brands or models.  ‘Other exercise bicycles may have these limitations.’  Then punch a few main points that advocate the particular product that your Amazon Review is about.  ‘Our exercise bicycle is better because it does this.’

This section could actually be divided a few times.  One or two paragraphs describing basic features is good, but the most important part is a bullet-pointed list of features.  This great summary will help people see quickly why this product is the one they need.  Also, add two or three headed sections that go into more detail of key features and their benefits to the user.

• Pros and Cons

This is an absolutely essential section that people will look to for guidance in purchasing the right product.  Comparing the benefits and the downsides of the product help the potential buyer have an objective view, and thus make an informed decision.

This doesn’t have to be long, perhaps a single paragraph that generally emphasizes the key points you’ve discussed and encourages the person to purchase the product.

An average word count that you would want to aim for would be around 800 words.  Also, don’t forget to include a link to the product!  This is beneficial to add in several places, but ensure you have links at least around the beginning and conclusion.

5 Tips for Amazon Review Writing

Don’t write fake reviews.  This is not only unethical, but can get you in serious trouble.  Either read real customer reviews to see what people liked or didn’t like, or try it yourself!

• Don’t Create Hype

Don’t try to force anyone into buying the product.  This will just scare readers away.  Speak positively, but don’t get pushy.

Listing all of the specs and features is very important because this is the kind of information people really want to know.

• Relate Benefits

This is a great way of staying positive without being pushy.  When talking about different features, mention how these features are of direct benefit to the user.

• Be Consistent

When you make use of a template, such as the example above, will help the structure of your reviews to be consistent.  This allows customers to become familiar and at ease with you and your style.

So there you have it!  Enjoy the process of getting to know different products and helping other people to see what to buy when they really need it or would really enjoy using it.

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How to Write a Good Review on Amazon

Let’s say that you just finished reading a book that you loved. Perhaps it was even one of Emerald Lake Books’ latest titles. Whatever it was, following it up with a review is a good habit to get into.

Reviews provide encouragement, feedback and constructive criticism for authors, which is something we all stand to benefit from.

But reviews also serve to help future buyers and prospective readers decide whether a title is right for them or not. Your honest review can help them decide whether to invest their time and money in a book.

So let’s take a few minutes to understand how to write a compelling review for Amazon.

Every review consists of three parts: a star rating, the review itself and a headline or title for the review.

Understanding Star Ratings

Every item on Amazon can be quickly critiqued by selecting a star rating from 1 to 5. So as you’re thinking about the book you’ve just read (or any other product you’ve just finished trying), the first step is to figure out what star rating to assign to it.

Amazon’s definition of each of the stars is:

• 5 – I love it
• 4 – I like it
• 3 – It’s okay
• 2 – I don’t like it
• 1 – I hate it

Short and sweet, but easy to decipher.

As much as every author loves to receive five-star reviews, it’s also unrealistic to expect everyone to love the same book. A five-star review should be reserved for when the book has everything: strong writing, solid content, great editing, etc.

Ultimately, the test is this: If this is a book that you know all your friends and family should read, and that you know you’ll be reading again, then it’s five-star worthy.

Elements of a Good Review

Once you’ve chosen your star rating, you’ll be asked to write your review. This is the bulk of what you have to say about the book you’ve just read. While you can write anything you want here, you can make your review ultra-useful by including the following information:

• Write the review as if you’re explaining to a friend why they should read the book. While the author is certainly interested in what you have to say about their book, it’s a prospective reader who’s going to base their decision about whether to read the book based on what you share.
• Include something about the book itself so that prospective readers understand what it’s about.
• Share something that stood out to you or resonated with you. What was it? Why did it impact you the way it did?

Remember, your review is about the book and how it impacted you. It is not about you or about any technical difficulties you may have had with downloading it. So make sure that you stay on topic if you want to write a compelling review.

Give It a Compelling Headline

After you’ve written your review, summarize it by giving your review a compelling headline. Some reviewers use this as a call-to-action directed at a prospective buyer. Others use it to accentuate a key point in their review.

Whatever your preference is, use it as a means of capturing the reader’s attention so that they take the time to read what you’ve had to say about the book.

A Word of Caution

Amazon has a clearly stated policy against friends and family writing reviews for an author’s book. In their estimation, if you have a close relationship with an author, you’re unlikely to write an unbiased review.

Therefore, keep your review focused on the book itself and not on the author. Amazon does actively seek out reviews that give the impression of a close personal relationship with the author and removes them without warning.

So don’t let your review go to waste. Keep it focused on the book and its value to a prospective reader.

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Amazon has a great set of FAQs for customer reviews that answer many frequently asked questions as well as a clearly stated set of customer review guidelines .

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How to write and edit Amazon reviews, and find or delete your reviews

• You can write Amazon reviews on the product page of the item you purchased.
• Once published, you have the option to view, edit, or hide the review from your profile.
• All these actions can be accomplished on either the Amazon desktop website or mobile app.

If you buy items through Amazon, writing reviews can not only help other people make informed purchases, but it can also help you keep track of the things that do and don't work for you.

Once you publish an Amazon review, you can go back in and make changes if, for example, you find that the long-term experience of owning an item is different than the first impression. You can also hide reviews from view if you decide you don't want other people to see it for any reason.

Here's what you need to know about writing and editing reviews on the Amazon website and mobile app.

How to write a review on Amazon

You can write reviews on either the desktop website or Amazon Shopping mobile app.

On desktop:

1. Sign in to your Amazon account and navigate to the product you want to rate and review.

2. Scroll down to the Customer reviews section, and under the Review this product headline, click the Write a customer review button.

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How To Write A Good Book Review – The Amazon Review

In this series, we take you through the anatomy of a book review..

What does it take to write a book review? What are the different types and uses of book reviews? What is a Beta review anyway, and do you need one?

This second installment looks at how to write Amazon Customer Reviews.

How To Write An Amazon Book Review

Eligibility.

An Amazon Customer Review must be written by someone who has read the book and has an Amazon account. You don’t have to have bought the book from Amazon.  You can only review on Amazon if:

• You have spent more than $50 on Amazon in the last twelve months and have an Amazon account
• Your account on Amazon is in good standing, i.e. you have not been banned from writing reviews on Amazon previously for any of the reasons below.

The review will only show up as a Verified Purchase if you bought the book on Amazon and you review it on the same account.

Before You Start

• You cannot write a review for another author as ‘swapsies’ as this counts as a biased review situation. Nobody is going to give a one-star review in a reciprocal situation, so Amazon does not allow this scheme.
• You cannot earn tokens or credits of any kind writing book reviews to trade for other authors to write reviews for you. There are new ‘book review services’ that claim it’s OK to do this. No, it is not. These services are acting against Amazon terms and will likely be shut down soon. Don’t get involved with any service that tells you it’s OK to earn reviews by writing reviews, nor any that sell tokens to trade for reviews.
• Writing reviews for friends or family is not allowed either.
• There was a craze where people would write that their review was ‘in exchange for a free book’, and thought that if they mentioned this exchange, it would be seen as legitimate behavior by Amazon. Na-ah. Leave out any wording about ‘exchange’ or ‘swap’ or ‘I wrote this review for…’ – It’s the easiest way to get your account blocked.
• If you review an ARC, there is no need to declare it in your review. An ARC should be exactly like the book on sale, so review it as such. However, unless you buy the book on sale, it will not be a Verified review on Amazon.

You can read the Community Guidelines for Amazon Customer Reviews here.

Why Should I Write Amazon Reviews?

• Other authors deserve your feedback, as you would deserve it if it were your book. Just make sure they didn’t ask for it in return for anything.
• Building up a critical armory when you read is essential for a writer. Reading books by your peers and seeing if you can see the cracks is a really great way of understanding story, even when it’s flawed. One way to do this is to write your thoughts in an Amazon Review.
• The Amazon community is full of readers and writers. It’s a good place to share tips and ideas with others interested in books.

Structuring Your Amazon Review

Remember you only have 5000 characters to give your opinion, with the best reviews coming in between 70 – 100 words.

I bought this book as I am interested in cozy mysteries set in beach communities, like this one.

I found the character of Marcy very well-written. She is a protagonist anyone can cheer for, with many issues, but also a lot of strength and hope. The setting is meticulously described, and the murder case itself is exciting and emotional in equal measures.

I wish that we had learned more about why the murderer did it in the brief time we spend after the case is solved.

However, this book ticks all the boxes in this genre and will please fans of Big Little Lies and Patricia Fisher.

• The photo upload is not an opportunity for you to add a photo of yourself! You should only add a photo of the book, or you holding the book. Reviews with videos and photos get the most traffic, so if you want to build your profile on Amazon, this could be a good way of doing so.

If you would like to promote to a list of readers who review on Amazon, browse our services here: https://www.selfpublishingreview.com/spr-bestseller-book-packages/

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What if I dislike the book? I normally don’t post a negative review, and simply resolve to never buy another book from that author again. But every now and then I come across a book with so many inconsistencies, or characters that are Too Stupid To Live, or one too many historical anachronisms, or secondary characters that exist only to be plot points, that I simply have to warn readers. I know I’ve appreciated it when other reviewers give well-written and thought-out negative reviews.

Good question. I think constructive criticism can be helpful to an author in a review. We often have authors come to us to get their book looked at after receiving reviews mentioning problems with editing or story, so we recommend honesty in your reviews!

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That really depends on what advertising and promotion efforts you are making, and how large your mailing list is. It takes quite a big push to get any reviews at all, which is why we offer the mailer promo service to help authors get exposure, where we have an extensive reader list who like to review books.

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3 Ways to Write Reviews for Amazon & Get Paid (Not Just Free Products!)

by Lauren Bennett - Verified & Updated March 11, 2019 (This post may contain affiliate links.)

Statistics show that 75% of US online consumers shop on Amazon!

That’s a pretty impressive percentage!

So, it’s safe to say that most of us do at least some of our shopping on Amazon, which means that many of us are leaving reviews on products.

Reviews are beneficial to both the manufacturer of the product and other potential buyers who use reviews to decide whether or not to buy a product.

I know that whenever I buy something from Amazon, one of the first things I do is take a look at the reviews.

You can often see whether a product is actually worthwhile or whether has any negatives before you part with any cash.

And, the reviews also help the seller of the item by providing valuable customer feedback.

So, reviews are definitely valuable.

But, how valuable?

Valuable enough that some Amazon sellers go out of their way (by ignoring  Amazon’s review policy ) to get reviews on their products.

What will I learn?

Can You Actually Get Paid to Write Amazon Reviews?

The answer to this question is yes.

There are actually many companies that will pay you to write reviews .

But, there aren’t that many ways to do it.

This is because paying for reviews is actually against Amazon’s terms and conditions.

So companies who pay for reviews are breaking the rules.

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But this doesn’t stop them.

After all, the competition on Amazon is fierce, meaning that sellers do everything they can to get the edge over competitors – and some are willing to break Amazon’s T&Cs to do so.

This means that while the opportunities for paid Amazon reviews are scarcer than they once were, there are still a couple of them out there.

Some companies want reviews on their products on the Amazon website, and others are looking for reviews on blogs and other websites, in order to increase the visibility of their products.

Now, it’s important to note a few things before we get onto the methods for getting paid for Amazon reviews.

Firstly, leaving reviews on Amazon.com in exchange for payment is against Amazon’s T&Cs – meaning that you’re breaking the site’s rules.

That’s why we recommend setting up another Amazon account for reviews. If you use your regular account, there is the risk that you could have the account closed. So do keep that in mind.

Now, let’s take a look at ways to earn money writing Amazon reviews.

1. Work with Book Review Websites

One of the best ways to get paid to review Amazon products is to work with book review websites.

These websites connect reviewers who are looking to make money, with Amazon authors who need some positive reviews on their books.

Basically, you get free books in exchange for reviews .

Reviews are in high demand on Amazon – as the platform favors books that have them.

Kindle authors, especially indie authors, rely on reviews to increase sales and awareness of their books.

This means that a lot of them work with promotional companies, such as review companies and book tour companies.

These companies help authors by connecting them with reviewers who will offer a review on Amazon and boost the author’s sales.

This is why a lot of authors work with these review websites.

Here are a few review sites to check out:

Any Subject Books

• Where to apply : Apply to be a reviewer at Any Subject Books here .

This company offers book publishing services to independent authors. So it provides services, like editing, book trailers, advertising, and of course reviews.

It pays people to write reviews.

As a reviewer, you’ll get invitations to review books. You can choose which invitations to accept. Once you accept a review, you’ll need to provide an honest opinion of the book.

You’ll post your review on bookstores and websites, including Amazon or Goodreads.

In addition to getting paid for your review, you’ll also get a free review copy of each book that you review.

The company doesn’t say how much it pays, but it does say it pays on a specific book basis, and that factors, like word count, will affect how much you earn.

Readers’ Favorite

• Where to apply : Apply to be a reviewer at Readers’ Favorite here .

Readers’ Favorite provides review opportunities for a huge range of books from both indie authors and big publishers, like Simon & Schuster and Penguin Random House.

This company works with those who have writing skills.

So it’s more designed for professional-style reviews.

In exchange for writing a review, you get paid a small amount, and you also receive a free book, and an entry into a $100 monthly giveaway.

Online Book Club

• Where to apply : Apply to be a reviewer at Online Book Club here .

Online Book Club, which has been around for over a decade, will pay you to review books.

You will earn from $5 to $60 per review, and you’ll also get a free book !

Before you get access to paid book review opportunities, you’ll need to have one approved review. Then you’ll become eligible to write paid reviews as well.

2. Write Reviews on Your Blog & Make Money as an Affiliate

Another way to make money from reviewing Amazon products is to start a blog , and post your reviews on there.

This can work better than the method above, as it allows you to write about a huge range of different products – not just books.

You can write about a huge range of products and make money.

How it works

Amazon has its own affiliates program called Amazon Associates.

When you join this program, you can get your own affiliate link for any Amazon product.

When you use this link on your website, and a reader of your blog clicks on the link and buys the product, then you get a percentage of the profits from the sale.

It’s a very easy way to make money.

So, with this method, you aren’t getting paid per review.

Instead, you get paid for each item that a customer buys through your affiliate links.

The percentage you get from the sale is up to 10%.

You don’t earn a huge amount of money per sale, but if you build up your blog traffic, you’ll get more sales, and earn more money.

Also, when you write a blog article containing affiliate links, once the article is uploaded your work is done, but you’ll continue to make money from the post long after you’ve written it.

This means that this is a more passive method of income compared to getting paid for each review that you write.

How to start your blog

Here’s how to get started:

• Get a domain name and hosting – companies like Bluehost , GoDaddy and HostGator offer hosting and domain services.
• Sign up to a blogging platform – WordPress is ideal.
• Sign up for Amazon Associates, which you can do here .

Making Money from Reviews on Your Blog

The next stage is to just start blogging!

You could just do review posts, where you review one product per article.

Or you could do a list article, like “top ten best DSLR camera lenses.”

People like list-style posts, so that can be a great place to start with your blog.

Also, you can write content that helps the reader with something, and then provide links to related products.

For example, if you had a review on an Aveeno body lotion, for example, then you could do a supplementary post, like “10 ways to combat eczema.” You could then mention the Aveeno body lotion and link to your review of it.

Overall, affiliate sales can be a good residual income source and a good way to make money reviewing Amazon products.

Do make sure though that you disclose your use of affiliate links.

3. Provide Reviews on Swagbucks & Get Paid

Swagbucks is a rewards website, which gives you lots of different ways to earn points.

These points are called Swag Bucks or SB for short.

You can redeem your SB for cash right to your PayPal account, or for gift cards to popular retailers and brands, like Amazon.

Swagbucks offers you a lot of easy ways to make money, such as watching videos and playing games.

But, it also gives users the opportunity to provide feedback to brands – some of which sell their products on Amazon.

In return for taking short surveys, answering polls, and providing brands with valuable feedback, Swagbucks will reward you with points.

So if you want to get paid to give your opinion , as you do when you write Amazon reviews, then this is a good option.

• Sign up for Swagbucks here .

Bonus Tip: Consider Getting Free or Heavily Discounted Stuff for Review!

It’s much harder now, thanks to Amazon’s policy change, to find paying review opportunities.

That’s why it can be a good idea to write reviews in exchange for free products or for huge discounts on items.

We have a post that lists the best Amazon review sites that offer free or highly discounted products.

On the websites that offer a discount, rather than free products, you can get 90% off in some cases!

With these websites, you write Amazon reviews for free products

Check out our post on the best Amazon review sites here .

Also, we have a post on how to become an Amazon product tester and get free or discounted products – read this post here .

Closing Thoughts

Even though Amazon’s stricter policy has made them scarcer, there are still ways that you can write reviews for Amazon and get paid.

If you’ve ever earned money writing reviews, then let us know about it in the comments section below.

And if you have any tips for making money from reviewing Amazon products, then feel free to tell us about it in the comments section!

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Although I have published work on Amazon through BookRix. I never knew one can write reviews and get paid. Thanks for a really informative article with lots of useful content.

Very good information thank you

is it possible to create website with displaying products and people can register and write reviews and get paid?

I mean, yes, you can create your own website and do what you want with it. That said, you have to make sure you are within the rules of each company. Some companies have very complicated rules for incentivized reviews. It’s all in the fine print.

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How To Get Paid To Write Reviews For Amazon (Anybody Can Do It!)

Chances are, probably not – because despite it’s amazing earning potential & easiness to do, not many people do seem to know about it… But it’s a fact that there are actually may people (myself included) that earn a full-time living by writing short, simple reviews for companies like Amazon.

And in this blog post, I’m going to show you how it works, how much money you can make & most importantly, how you can get started with it for yourself.

So if you’ve got any interest in writing reviews for money then be sure to read this blog post right to the very end because it’s going to contain literally everything that you need to know.

Who Can Get Paid To Write Reviews?    |   Is It Legal?    |   How Much Money Can You Make Writing Reviews?   |   How To Get Paid To Write Reviews   |   The Best Place To Get Started

Who Can Get Paid To Write Reviews?

Many methods of earning money online are restricted to certain countries, age groups or demographics, but the good news about this one, in particular, is that it can be done by anybody .

That’s right – it doesn’t matter where you live, how old you are, whether you’re male, female, or even a robot… You’ll still have the opportunity available to you to earn money for writing reviews.

The only thing that may differ depending on where you’re located is how you’ll be paid because some countries are limited to what means of payment they can accept.

For example, some countries do not have access to PayPal… But it’s typically no big deal as you can often just choose another payment method instead, such as cheque or direct bank transfer, etc.

And if you’re wondering about experience, well, you don’t need it .

Experience at writing (or writing reviews in particular) is not necessary. You can do this (and still earn money by doing it) even if you’re never written a single review before in your life.

So, basically, it’s good news all around on this front. If you came here wondering “can I get paid to write reviews?” then the quick answer is yes you can (and pretty darn good money too).

Is It Legal To Get Paid To Write Reviews?

It’s true that paying for product reviews on Amazon is against their terms, and rightly so. There’s nothing more annoying for a customer than trying to find honest reviews & getting nothing but skewed “opinions” from paid reviewers.

But with so much competition on Amazon this doesn’t stop product vendors from still seeking out paid reviews.

So, you might be wondering, is it legal to be on the other end of the spectrum?

Is it legal to get paid to write reviews?

Well, the good news for you is that in this blog post I am not talking about writing paid reviews ON Amazon itself. I’m talking about writing reviews of products from Amazon, on other websites.

There’s a big difference, as you’ll soon see… And not only is my method legal, but it’s also actively encouraged by Amazon themselves. In fact, it’s Amazon that will be paying you.

So the answer is YES, it’s legal.

But with regards to writing paid reviews ON Amazon & the legalities of that in terms of getting paid from product vendors to write misleading & potentially false reviews… I don’t know about that.

Chances are, probably not… And either way, I don’t condone doing it.

The reviews you’ll be writing (and getting paid for writing) through my method on this page will all be honest reviews because the more honest they are, the more you’ll stand to earn.

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How Much Money Can You Make Writing Reviews?

Honestly, the earning potential is completely unlimited with this method. The sky truly is the limit & it’s simply a case of how hard you’re willing to work.

The harder you work, the more you can earn.

And what’s more is that once you’ve got a few reviews under your belt your earnings can even start to become passive too, allowing you to essentially “compound your results” and scale up your income.

In fact, some Amazon review writers earn as much as 5-figures per month, often whilst just working part-time (though, it should be noted that initially, they will have worked very hard).

Some, such as Shawndra Russell from Make a Living Writing even earn as much as 6-figures by writing online.

Pretty crazy stuff, right?

But what’s craziest about this method is that it’s really not difficult to do. As I mentioned further up in this post, literally anybody can do it.

Now I know what you’re likely thinking…

There must be a catch, right?

Well, yes, there kind of is… But it’s not really a bad one, and it’s one that anybody can overcome with a little persistence. The “catch” is simply that you won’t begin earning instantly.

It’s not a FAST method for earning money (there’s no such thing).

FAST methods for making money are known as scams.

Initially, it will take quite a bit of effort, and that effort will have to be made without any immediate reward… But the good news is that if you do stick at it, you WILL make money.

Here’s proof of that:

• My First Amazon Check – It works!
• I got my first Amazon check yesterday on over $1000!
• My First $3.75K Month, 2.5 Years Later! (Patience Pays Off)
• My First Amazon Check Is On Its Way!
• My First Amazon Check Has Arrived

Unfortunately, however, it seems that most people these days expect things to happen “instantly” & so despite this being a fantastic way to earn, it’s often very overlooked.

But, that’s up to you. The ball’s in your court on that front.

How To Get Paid To Write Reviews

First, what I want to once again stress here is that you are not going to be writing FAKE product reviews. I don’t condone that & in all honesty, I’m totally against it.

You shouldn’t be trying to earn money by tricking people.

Instead, what I’m talking about here is getting paid to write honest & helpful reviews of products from Amazon (or just about any website for that matter).

And you’re going to learn how you can leverage a method known as affiliate marketing to begin earning consistent commissions for many years to come from every review that you write.

Affiliate marketing happens to be the exact same way that I earn most of my own money online, so in short, you’re basically learning about the exact same way I earn my own money.

It’s a very good & very powerful method & it’s a method that you can scale to any level that you desire.

You see, through affiliate marketing you get the opportunity to promote products or services for companies & earn commissions if anybody clicks via your promotion & makes a purchase.

How it works is that you simply get your own unique link to the products or services that you’re promoting.

This means that when you share the link online, any clicks on it are tracked back to you. So if you share it & somebody clicks it & then buys something, that sale is tracked back to you.

Most importantly, this means that you get paid for that sale.

Simple enough, right?

Now, affiliate marketing is actually a really popular way to make money online, however despite its popularity, many of the people that try it out never actually make any money.

Because they go about it the wrong way. They do things such as send their links to friends or family, or pay for advertising, or just actively try to push their links onto people.

That’s not the way to do it. There’s a better way.

The better way is to simply write a review of whatever it is that you’re promoting & then let the buyers come to you .

The benefit of this method is that there’s no messing around with selling & telling or anything like that. You just publish a review, then people come to it, read it, decide to make a purchase & then you get paid a commission in return.

You see, when you publish content online, search engines such as Google & Bing automatically discover it & list it within their results as an option for people to click on whenever they search for something related to it.

So as an example, let’s say I decided to look for a review of a product called Gorilla Tape before I bought it.

I’d head to Google and search for something like “ gorilla tape review ” (naturally).

And the result that pops up in the listings & catches my eye is a post from some called “thetechnologyman” as shown below:

So I click the link to find out more info & I’m presented with a review from a guy who compares Gorilla tape against another tape & concludes that the Gorilla tape is better.

The important point here, however, is that he then provides a link for you to purchase the Gorilla tape on Amazon… And guess what? The link he provides is an Amazon affiliate link .

Take a look:

This means that whenever somebody decides to look for a review of Gorilla tape, checks out his post & then clicks his link to purchase it, he’ll get paid a commission from Amazon.

All from a small, one-time effort of writing the review.

And what’s more is that he’ll continue to earn those commissions for many years to come – well, for as long as he decides to keep his review published, or for as long as the product exists.

Amazing, right?

And literally anybody can do this. If you’ve ever used a product & formed an opinion about it, you can write a review about it & earn money by helping other people that are looking to purchase it.

The Best Place To Get Started

The best place that you can get started with this method (in my opinion) is a place called Wealthy Affiliate , which is where you’ll get all of the tools & training you need to get started.

At Wealthy Affiliate , you’ll be shown step-by-step (and provided with the tools that you need) to build your own simple website which is where you’ll publish the reviews that you write.

You’ll then be shown how can you can affiliate yourself with Amazon (or any other website you wish to affiliate yourself with) so that you can begin earning by promoting their products.

And best of all, you can get started with Wealthy Affiliate for free.

So if after reading this blog post & getting an insight into how you can get paid to write reviews for Amazon products you’ve found yourself wanting to try it out, I’d highly recommend you check out Wealthy Affiliate .

Or if you’d like to learn more about Wealthy Affiliate first, you can read my full, in-depth review right here .

Alternatively, you can also check out my own free guides on getting started with affiliate marketing & building a website (for free) via the links below:

• What Is Affiliate Marketing & How Does It Work? A Simple Guide For Beginners
• How To Create a Website (For Free) & Earn Money From It – Step By Step Guide

But whichever route you decide to go down, I hope that my post here has enlightened you to the fact that yes, it really is possible to get paid for writing reviews on Amazon products.

And of course, if you have any further questions with regards to how it all works or anything like that then don’t hesitate to leave them below. I’m always more than happy to offer help & assistance. 🙂

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12 thoughts on “How To Get Paid To Write Reviews For Amazon (Anybody Can Do It!)”

You are the best but how do I get started with Amazon review or I missed it. 🤗

Thank you Josin! 🙂 It looks like you missed it, feel free to read the post again 🙂

Hi, do you review items you just happen to use and like or do you receive free items to review? And if so, where do you get them?

That depends, Carol. Initially, you will likely begin by writing reviews of things you’ve used but as you grow your following there will certainly be an opportunity for you to receive free stuff to review .

What a load of absolute scammy, feel-good *swear word removed*. You need a platform and an audience to make money from affiliate marketing, *swear word removed*, not this simplistic “you can do it, too, if you work hard enough!” shit. Also:

“Unfortunately, however, it seems that most people these days expect things to happen “instantly” & so despite this being a fantastic way to earn, it’s often very overlooked.”

Literally, *swear word removed* off. Working without pay is called slavery, not entitlement.

Somehow, you made affiliate marketing sound like a *swear word removed* MLM scam with your platitudes and oversimplifications. Next time, be honest from the start about what you’re actually shilling and save people from having to read this schlock.

The fact that you’ve chosen to hide behind a fake name speaks volumes. Just another internet troll who wouldn’t post such disgusting comments if his/her identity was attached. The reality is that affiliate marketing IS as simple as I made it out to be. How do I know? Because I do it day in, day out, and I do nothing different than what I mentioned.

Furthermore, I provide my content completely free of charge. Nobody forced you to read the post. At least I am doing something productive with my spare time rather than spending my spare moments being a troll online.

I’m actually here for the comments. Affiliate marketing is as simple as you make it sound, but patience is the key. A lot of folks get on here and burn out from the negativity they get from people they tell about it. Most family and “friends” call it a scam. Why? Because they don’t want you to get out of their comfort zone, or beyond the limitations they have put upon you in their minds. This is it. This is the only life you will have. Either you tell them to leave you alone, or you say nothing until you get where you want to be. The surprise on their faces will tell you everything you need to know about their opinion of you and your limitations. There is no cavalry, nor is there a white knight going to ride in and save the day. You are on your own. DO what makes you happy, because you will die alone, and you know you’d rather not have to say,”If only I’d done this or that.” Be true to yourself and trust in your abilities to make your dreams come true, because you are the only one who can. That’s my rant. My name is Ben. I am a writer, Courier, Songwriter and musician, a dog dad, and a dreamer- but in the end-I still understand it’s all up to me how I will be remembered. Take the chance. Win, lose, or draw-you can still look back with pride that you did that. You made the decision, and you followed through. The only opinion that matters at the end of the day is the one you have of yourself. Make it a good one.

I agree. That’s why I actually run weekly hangouts as part of the Commission Academy course , to help people stay motivated & keep on track.

I just read this page and appreciate the well-rounded reviews and comments that you posted. I’m strongly considering beginning the process because what I read all rings true, ( including the angry skeptical one.) I found this page organically because after writing a review for a product I had purchased on Overstock I thought, ‘I like writing reviews. Is there a way I could make money doing this?’ I’ve written on and off all my life, hometown interviews, critiquing movies, and many reviews of products. But never knew the breakdown of legitimately making money reviewing products. Thanks for the information. I intend to research further and give it a try.

Sounds awesome, Margaret. I’m glad you found my post insightful & I hope you take action on it as I’m confident you’ll find it rewarding 🙂

l agree that this Affiliate marketing is the best way to go because you can know how to send links of the desired company and get paid for it over time.

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How to Write Book Reviews on Amazon That People Will Read

With so many titles available on Amazon, it can help to leave book reviews. Here's how to write ones that people will actually read.

Amazon has almost a quarter of a billion titles in popular demand. A good review can help spread the word about great titles and best-selling books.

Writing book reviews on Amazon can help readers find the perfect matches for their book lists. It's also one of the best ways to show readers that you're an experienced and knowledgeable person who can provide valuable insights into a book.

Here, we share some tactics you can use to write book reviews on Amazon that people will want to read.

1. Carry Out Thorough Research

If you're going to write a book review, it's important to know what you're talking about. Consider doing some research on the book itself, and the author's overall body of work.

There are plenty of books out there, so you'll need to convince readers what they're missing out on by not reading them. The more familiar you are with the content of the book and its author’s other work, the more credible your opinions will be.

Read up on the author's background and reputation to get a sense of their writing style. Doing so will help you understand the author's perspective, and you'll be able to make an informed decision on whether to recommend the book.

2. Use Correct Keywords and Active Voice for Your Target Audience

The next step is to identify who your audience is and what they want from your review. Do they want advice on how to improve their business? Do they want information on how to use technology in their daily lives? Or do they just want an entertaining read that makes them laugh?

Once you know who your audience is, it's time to start thinking about how exactly you'll address their expectations from a book. We recommend writing in an engaging tone and using real-life examples from the story so that everyone can relate easily with what you're saying.

3. Stay Up-to-Date With Amazon's Community Guidelines

You should make it a point to adhere to Amazon's Community guidelines while posting book reviews on the site. To be eligible for reviewing a book or product, you would have to spend at least $50 on Amazon.

Make sure your views are informative and constructive. These must be genuine and reflect your honest opinion of the book you've read. That said, they should not contain spoilers or excessive promotion for other products or services that are unrelated to the original content.

4. Use Appropriate Headlines

A key aspect of a book review on Amazon, or any other platform for that matter, is to craft an appealing headline. This should be short, sweet, and catchy.

You'll also need to make sure that you have a strong introduction before diving into the main body of your review. It's tempting to just touch upon the points in the blurb from the back cover, but that's not going to work.

A compelling introduction should grab the reader's attention with a powerful hook or an interesting fact about the book. Take a moment to think about what makes this book unique. What makes it worth reading?

For instance, you can try and highlight in a sentence how their life will change if they read this book, or by explaining why they need to read it in order to accomplish something important in their life today or tomorrow (like improving their career).

5. Apply Proper Formatting and Include Images or Videos

Book reviews go a long way in helping potential readers decide whether they want to buy a book or not.

Make sure your review is informative, not promotional. Readers should have all the information they need to decide whether that book is for them. You can include at least one quote or fact from the book, if you need to, but don't overdo it.

Use bullet points and bolded letters or italics to highlight key points in the text. You can also try doing a video review if that is something you're comfortable with. Use appropriate images or videos that may be helpful.

Given the huge sea of content on the Internet, you should exercise caution when it comes to reading others' reviews or doing your own research. We recommend checking tips to spot fake reviews online .

6. Give an Insightful and Unbiased Opinion

Follow up your introduction with your unbiased opinion or analysis. Talk about the best parts of the book and explain why you feel so.

You can also mention any issues that may come up while reading the book. You can talk about them in terms of how they affect your understanding of the story, or how they impact your ability to connect with characters (in fiction) in some way or another.

Your reviews might vary with genres, such as fiction or non-fiction. When reviewing nonfiction titles, your review should consider the author's writing style, accuracy and clarity, structure, and logic.

In the case of fiction books, it all comes down to a compelling plot, characters who are memorable, and an ending that leaves readers wanting more. Your review should look at the characters, setting, and plot. It should also consider whether there were any significant flaws in these areas.

For example, if you're reviewing a fantasy novel, you might discuss how well its characters were developed and how convincingly they interacted with each other. You might also comment on whether there were any plot holes or inconsistencies in the narrative.

You should include what you liked or disliked about the book. You may mention whether you agree with the author's point of view. Reedsy recommends using an appropriate tone and style for note-worthy bestseller reviews.

7. Assign Star Ratings Wisely

Reviews are a great way for you to share your opinions on what you read, but star ratings are the first touchpoint where readers often decide whether to go for a purchase, so you should assign your star rating wisely.

The ratings you give your reviews carry distinct persuasive weight and can either make or break a book. Reviewers who write three-star and four-star reviews with honest, constructive criticisms are more likely to be read than reviewers who write very brief one-star reviews, which are often unconstructive rants.

8. Use a Book Review Template

You can always start off with a book review template to help you get started. You can find them for free on sites like Sample Templates, which will give you a basic outline of everything that needs to go into each book review.

Use them to submit a well-structured and readable review. It will help you focus on the most important aspects of the book.

Download: Sample Templates (Free)

9. Feel Free to Provide a Recommendation

You can leave a recommendation if you found a book extremely engaging and helpful. Consider if the book is something that would interest your target audience. While this is by no means necessary, reviews which include recommendations are more likely to be read by others.

If you're a new or experienced author, here's a list of tips on how to get positive reviews for your book .

Make Your Reviews Stand Out

Writing book reviews can be rewarding and fun, but it's also very hard to write them well. In order to get people to read your reviews, you have to ensure they're good.

And that means maintaining both a consistent level of authority and clarity in your reviews—no easy feat! With some practice, however, you should be able to take your reviews from average to outstanding by playing off the elements mentioned above. And there are other platforms for you to take your love of reading to as well.

How to Write a Good Book Review on Amazon

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Last Updated on October 10, 2023 by Sarah McCubbin

Write a book review on Amazon in just a few easy steps. For new and established authors, Amazon is the biggest seller and most common source of reviews. Reviews are a valuable resource for consumers both on and off Amazon as they help us know whether a product is right for our needs.

(Disclosure: If you make a purchase through links in this post, I may earn an affiliate commission. Thank you!)

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Why Are Book Reviews Important?

As a consumer, book reviews are important because they tell me whether a book actually provides what I am looking for. For this reason, book reviews should accurately reflect the reader’s opinion of a book as well as offer helpful insight as to why it was helpful (or not helpful) for their situation.

Sometimes books have something that is helpful to one audience but offensive to another audience. When you write a book review, you have the chance to include details that help consumers save time and money. Thank you for taking the time to write a good review!

Sample Book Review Template

I learned this first hand in 2021 when my brother and his friend wrote the book, REAL Experience: A Tactical Field Guide for Buying & Selling Homes. We were working down the “checklist” of promoting a new book and of course one of the items is asking people to write reviews for the book. This post came about as I was helping people who bought the book know how to write a review that was genuinely helpful. If you think this guide should have something else in it, please send me an email at [email protected] and let me know!

How to Review Books on Amazon

Whether a book is fiction or non-fiction does play some significance in what you share on Amazon.

5 Tips for Fiction Book Reviews on Amazon

Fiction reviews may include the following elements:.

• A brief summary of the story.
• An analysis of the characters, plot, and genre
• Description of the writing style of the author
• If the reviewer is familiar with the author’s other writing, they may offer helpful comparisons that will help potential buyers know if they would enjoy this book.
• A comparison to other books in the same genre to give the reader an understanding of whether they might enjoy this work as well

6 Tips for Non-Fiction Book Reviews

Non-fiction is a pretty broad category that may share some similarities with fiction especially if the work is a biography or other true account.

However, most non-fiction should be reviewed based on other elements. For example:

• What was the books purpose? (This is usually stated in the introduction or first chapter. It is also usually on the back cover or inside flap)
• Why did you buy or read the book? What were you hoping to learn?
• Did the book meet your expectations?
• What did you learn from the book?
• Who would you recommend read this?
• Did the book accomplish it’s purpose?

How to Give Stars on Amazon for book reviews?

In your book review on Amazon, you can rate your purchase as anything between 1 and 5 stars. Before you do a book review on Amazon, make sure you are actually rating the book and not things like the shipping time. You want your review to reflect the product. You can rate shipping times under seller profiles instead.

Additionally, be aware of your own biases when reading a book. If you strongly dislike science fiction…but you are for some reason reviewing a science fiction book, it would be unfair to give a low review based on your dislike of science fiction. Do not intentionally give low reviews on books that don’t line up with your personal preferences in the first place.

Here is a general guide to help do your book review on Amazon:

1 star: In book terms, this book was poorly written, not cohesive and does not meet its defined purpose in any way. Or, it could be that the book is a perhaps a bait and switch…the book’s purpose was not the focus of the book but more of a hook in order to push another agenda. 1 star is pretty rare. I did book reviews for years and as a reviewer, I can remember giving one star only 1 time. It was a very poorly written self-published book written by 3 nurses. Nothing about this book added up…so it was a 1 star book.

2 stars: The author of this book had a good idea but it was poorly executed. Maybe they have poor writing skills. Maybe the book needed an editor. Maybe the ideas didn’t flow…or they flat out contradicted each other. Additionally, if the book failed to meet its own purpose, this would also warrant a low rating.

3 stars: This book is neither great nor terrible. It is neutral. The author had some good ideas. Maybe the story was ok. But the book is incomplete and lacked important details that would lead to a satisfying ending. Perhaps the writing was average and it did not hold your attention well.

4 stars: This work was a very good book. You would recommend it to a friend with perhaps a single reservation…or two. Maybe you liked the whole book but you strongly disagreed with a position or two taken by the author. The book is well written, kept your attention, demonstrated a good though process or story line, but had one or two glaring things you just can’t forget.

5 stars: This is as good as it gets on Amazon. The author of this book clearly put in a lot of time and effort to make sure that the details lined up just perfectly. They must have had a team of editors double-checking for errors as well because this book flowed. You can recommend this book without reservation knowing that the next person will likely appreciate it as much as you.

You are of course welcome to review a book however you would like. Maybe there are factors important to you that are unique but other buyers might find helpful. Writing your reviews to help other buyers is the key!

Guidelines for a Book Review on Amazon (as well as for other products).

As it turns out, Amazon has some specific requirements for writing reviews. Before your review goes live, they do actually have someone check the reviews to make sure they meet the necessary criteria.

1. In order to leave a review on Amazon, you have to have an active account.

They define that as an account that has $50 spent on it on a credit card in the last 12 months. There is a limit of one review per product per account. This means that multiple individuals sharing an account CANNOT all post reviews to the same account. They would need to open a separate account…spend $50…and then be allowed to post a review. Fun right?

The good news is, there are other places you can post book reviews that don’t have any spending requirement. Goodreads is a popular place to leave reviews when one does not have an Amazon account.

2. Amazon wants Genuine Reviews

When you do a book review on Amazon, know that they want reviews that share both positive and negative opinions and are helpful to customers trying to decide whether a product is a good fit for them. They do not allow manipulative or misleading reviews.

Among other things, Amazon does not allow the following and will remove reviews that break their rules:

• Reviews that are a promotion
• Reviews by someone who has a financial interest in the product. (either directly or indirectly)
• Reviews that say they are written by someone closely affiliated (family, friend, co-worker) with the author or product owner. It is fine for these people to write the reviews…just not announce it in the actual review.
• Product Manufacturers
• Paid Reviews

Check here for a complete list of Amazon Rules .

3. Amazon Recognizes Verified Purchases

Have you ever looked through Amazon reviews after an unhappy purchase of a product that was clearly a dud? I know I have. I usually look at reviews before I buy, so it is very frustrating when something is clearly misadvertised. It is even worse when all the reviews are raving about a purchase I now realize is junk. Amazon wants to prevent buyers from having those frustrating purchases, so they identify some product reviews as “Amazon Verified Purchases.”

Can I Write a Review a Bookon Amazon without Purchasing?

Yes, as long as your Amazon has had $50 in purchases in the last year, you can review anything on Amazon without purchasing. However, these reviews will not be marked “Verified Purchase.”

While all reviews are valuable, buyers often look at Verified Purchase reviews with more confidence knowing that at actual person spent their own money to buy this. If they are happy with the purchase, then there is a higher chance that the next customer will be happy too. For this reason, when someone is launching a new book, they will often promote their book on Kindle for a very low price so that customers will “buy” the book and then submit a review on their new book.

The Most Important Key to Book Review on Amazon

If writing a book review seems overwhelming, know that there is really one important key. The key is to be honest in your review. If your motivation is to help others…you will be a success!

Need a Sample Review Template? I have one here!

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How to View Your Own Amazon Reviews

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There are many benefits to shopping on Amazon: a vast selection of products, fast and affordable shipping, and prices that are often the best available. Amazon is not only the most prominent e-commerce platform but one of the most trusted.

One crucial reason for this is Amazon reviews. As a shopper, you can leave an honest review for a product you’ve purchased that can benefit others.

You can also always check the reviews you’ve left, edit them, or delete them when necessary. But is there a way to see all your Amazon reviews in one place? Yes, there is, and we’ll show you where to find them.

How to View Your Own Amazon Reviews on a PC

If you’re a prolific Amazon shopper, you likely have written many reviews over time. It’s also possible that after leaving a review, you likely haven’t viewed it ever again.

If you were to check the product you purchased and look for your review, it might be challenging to find it as many newer reviews have been likely added. But what if you want to review what you’ve written about the specific product and you’re not sure how to go about it?

That’s not a problem at all, as Amazon gives you easy access to all your opinions. If you’re using your computer to view the reviews, here is what you should do:

The final step will give you immediate access to all the reviews you’ve left on Amazon. You can scroll through them or locate a specific review you want to read again.

You also have the option to edit, delete, or hide any of the reviews. Here’s how that works:

This is a helpful feature as it gives you the chance to show you’ve changed your mind about a product or delete a review that now might feel unnecessary.

How to View Your Own Amazon Reviews on the iPhone App

Let’s face it – many shoppers these days buy while using their mobile devices. Fortunately, Amazon has created a user-friendly mobile app for iOS devices. So if you’re an iPhone user, you can shop and leave reviews for products easily.

You can also view your existing reviews by using the iPhone Amazon Shopping app. Follow these steps you find your own reviews:

• Launch the Amazon Shopping app on your iPhone and log in if necessary.

If you need to change, delete, or hide any of the reviews on your profile, tap the three dots next to the review date and choose the desired action.

How to View Your Own Amazon Reviews on the Android App

Amazon has made sure their mobile app for shopping works equally well on Android as it does on iOS devices.

It’s an easy-to-use mobile app , but to make sure it’s efficient, have the latest version of the app at all times. If you’re an Android device user, you can find all your Amazon reviews by following these steps:

You can scroll through your reviews and view products you’ve purchased or opinions you’ve had.

Also, you can choose to edit any review, hide it, or even delete it if you no longer think it offers value. To do that, simply tap on the three dots next to the review. Then select an option from the list of actions.

Understanding Amazon Customer Review Eligibility

If you don’t have a lot of experience writing Amazon reviews, you might not be familiar with their eligibility guidelines. Not everyone can contribute reviews on Amazon, and there are clear rules about how it works.

As a shopper, you need to spend at least $50 on Amazon using a valid debit or credit card for a year. In this way, only active shoppers can leave reviews they can check out later on their profile.

Reading and Editing Your Amazon Reviews

Leaving a review might seem an inconsequential step in the shopping process, but that’s not quite the case. Reviews can make all the difference in someone else’s shopping experience.

Whether you’re buying a clothing item or a kitchen gadget, you may want to read what other people say about the same product.

But sometimes a review isn’t well-thought-out or doesn’t contain sufficient value for others. Thankfully, you can go back and edit or delete it and can easily do that using your browser or via the Amazon Shopping mobile app.

How often do you leave reviews on Amazon? Would you ever go back and change any of them? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Amazon Editorial Reviews: Are You Using This Incredible Section?

Today’s guest post is by Dave Chesson ( @DaveChesson ) of  Kindlepreneur .

Amazon editorial reviews are one of the most underrated tools in a self-publishing author’s arsenal—that’s because most authors either don’t know what they are or how to access them. Editorial reviews are book evaluations that are usually written by an editor or expert in the book’s genre or field. You can find them on your book’s sales page, just above the About the Author section.

Why are these editorial reviews so important? 

• They’re a legit form of social proof on your book’s sales page.
• Editorial reviews are NOT Amazon reviews and thus do not follow Amazon review rules.
• You can reach out to just about anyone to get an editorial review.
• As you’ll see a little later on in this article, a lot of readers check out the editorial reviews before they decide to buy—along with your blurb, cover and look inside, editorial reviews are one of the factors that help readers decide whether your book is worth their time or not.

With all that said, it’s pretty surprising that more authors aren’t taking advantage of this editorial review section. Let’s take a look at how you can access the editorial review section and upload your reviews.

How to Create an Editorial Review

To access your editorial review section and enter your editorial reviews, simply follow these steps:

• Head over to Author Central and login to your account.
• Navigate to the Books tab.

• Select the book for which you want to edit the review section.
• Here, you’ll find you can edit several areas: Review, Product Description, From the Author, From the Inside Flap, From the Back Cover, and About the Author.

• Hit the Add button.
• You’ll be given a text box to add reviews and general guidelines for adding them according to Amazon’s specifications. You can add them in the text editor or use the HTML tab to make your reviews look smart using HTML codes.

• Once you’ve added your review, simply hit Preview, then Save Changes and you’re all set!

Now that you know how to upload your editorial book reviews, you might be wondering where to get reputable reviews. It’s no use entering editorial reviews that don’t make sense or don’t offer good social proof for the reader.

Where to Get Editorial Reviews

You might be a little worried about where to source your editorial reviews. Well, I’ve got some good news for you. Pretty much anything and everything is allowed in the editorial reviews section.

That’s because editorial reviews and customer reviews are two completely separate things. Customer reviews are written by people who have bought your book and is thus a fiercely guarded component of Amazon. Whereas editorial reviews are written by people who’ve received your book and agreed to do a review for you. A really nice one because you can choose what you put there.

The only things Amazon lists to avoid in Editorial Reviews are:

• Phone numbers, addresses, or URLs
• Time-sensitive statements or statements specific to one edition or listing
• Advertisements or promotional material
• Availability, price, or alternative ordering/shipping information
• Profanity or spiteful remarks
• Obscene or distasteful content

They’re basically testimonials, and you’re allowed to ask just about anyone to give one for your book—from professional reviewers to your own family members.

Obviously, you’ll want the best possible editorial reviews. I’d advise that you get reputable bloggers or websites to offer you a review, and to ensure that they’re in-line with your genre.

Here are a few tips for finding editorial reviewers: 

• Look for recognizable domain names in your genre like TopSciFiBooks.com if you’ve written a sci-fi book, for instance—and reach out for a review.
• Find other authors in your genre or niche and ask them to read your book and give a testimonial.
• Approach reputable online magazines.
• Pay a professional reviewer to read your book and give you a testimonial—you could even use Fiverr for this.

Remember to grab a 1–2 sentence snippet from each of these sources and to credit them when uploading them to your review section.

Once you have your reviews, you might be tempted to put them up right away–but the design of your review actually matters. So, let’s take a look at how your review should be structured so you can better take advantage of them.

How to Design Editorial Reviews on Your Page

Below, you’ll find a heat map image that was taken from shoppers on Amazon using a camera that tracked exactly where their eyes would go on the page and where they clicked. The results are pretty amazing and give some great insight into how shoppers make their buying decisions and which information is most important to them.

Check it out:

We noticed the following important fact about these shoppers:

Most people don’t actually read the quote. Instead they focus more on who said it, or their qualifications .

What does that mean for authors?

Well, that they should probably be italicizing their quote and bolding the qualifier. What I mean about a “qualifier” is what would the shopper know. If the person is famous, then bold their name. However, if they aren’t then bold that which makes them pertinent or “qualified” to speak on your book.

For example, if the person who’s given you your editorial review is an author in your genre but isn’t super famous, then the qualifier that you would bold would be “ Bestselling author in [genre] .” That statement would mean more than the author’s name. If you used a review blog, however, the qualifier is the domain name, not the individual reviewer, especially if that domain name applies to your genre. Like TopSciFiBooks.com applies to sci-fi or Tor.com applies to fantasy.

So, if you want to stand out, you need to design your reviews for success. But how do you do that? By using the HTML tab in your review section and using a handy tool I designed for just this purpose.

The Kindlepreneur Book Description Generator allows you to design your editorial reviews and download the HTML code you’ll need to input directly into your HTML tab of the review section for your book in Author Central.

Check it out.

I simply navigate to the Editorial Review Generator, input my text, and play around with it until I have exactly what I want. After that, I simply hit Generate My Code.

And there you have it. I can take this code and upload it directly to Author Central.

So, remember to source those editorial reviews, format them, and take advantage of this section that too many authors ignore.

Hi, I’m Dave Chesson, and when I’m not chasing little Jedi around the house, I run Kindlepreneur.com , a website devoted to the technical side of book marketing. I love digging deep and analyzing the latest book writing tools and tactics of the trade. I’m also the creator of KDP Rocket , a software that helps to peel back the curtain on Amazon and see the wizard (or book data) behind it.

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This is such good information to have. Thank you!

Awesome and glad you liked it.

Thank you for the helpful post! I actually thought that section was only for trad pubbed writers. It’s good to see indies can put it to use, too.

Awesome and glad you found it then – that section can really help.

Yep. Been doing this from the beginning. But notice that some Indie authors go overboard putting in Stars, Customer Reviews, all kinds of crazy stuff.

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Isn’t this what you would put in the book’s front matter? So, on a preview, wouldn’t the reader see it again? Also – doesn’t Amazon do an automatic import of reviews for top reviewers like Kirkus?

Publishers (and authors) have different approaches to featuring blurbs (or editorial reviews). Some put them on the front or back cover, some put them in the front matter, and sometimes they’re used primarily in marketing materials. Or all of these.

But there’s a larger point here that’s more important: Putting them on the Amazon product page allows them to be seen immediately. It’s a much smaller percentage of readers who look at a preview. If they see the same material twice, it’s not going to be a surprise—or unprofessional.

Amazon does not do automatic imports of all editorial reviews or top review outlets; it depends on whether the review source has a content feed and where it is sent and who accepts it. For Kirkus, their FAQ stipulates you need to contact Amazon.

Dave, a huge thank you for sharing your book description generator. The text box in Amazon’s editorial review seems glitchy. I never know how the text will actually appear until it goes live. Even though I paste a plain text file into the box, the bold, italics, and spacing between paragraphs often vanish. I’ve done workarounds like using a tilde to indicate spaces between several reviews. Your system sounds much cleaner and easier, esp. since I’m not techie.

I will share with many author friends who’ve struggled with this.

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Thank you so much for this. With your guidance I’ve just posted my first editorial review on Amazon.

I’ve just tried this – however, I don’t get the two tabs – Editorial Reviews / Book Details. I just get Book Details. I’m fully logged in, can see all my books listed and when selecting one, only see Book Details.

There’s no ADD button at all.

Hi David: Strange – maybe Dave Chesson could advise, but I wonder if it has something to do with the book being for sale at Amazon.co.uk (is it available on the US site)?

I was told I could not publish my editorials as I am a UK author, and it is only available for the US authors

This is very good – a great follow-up would be a list of reviewers who do “sponsored reviews” – where the review is completely unbiased and honest, but you pay a small fee to move up in (or to enter) the queue.