In this episode, we talk about how to get real Amazon reviews without breaking the rules.
Our guest is Adam Melenkivitz, founder of Test Squared, a platform that helps Amazon sellers grow with FTC-compliant reviews.
He shares how sellers can earn trust, avoid fake reviews, and stay on the right side of the law—while also getting real feedback that helps improve their products.
Topics discussed in this episode:
- Why authentic Amazon reviews are more critical than ever for building consumer trust.
- What the new FTC rule means for Amazon sellers.
- How TestSquared's matching system works without breaking Amazon's rules.
- Why most reviews aren't five-star ratings and that's actually beneficial.
- What product categories work best for authentic review programs.
- How the 35-day review timeline varies by product type.
- Why 20 authentic reviews is the magic number for Amazon's algorithm.
- How proper vetting prevents fake testers from gaming the system.
- What the affiliate program offers for referral partners.
- Why being unconventional in marketing helps generate organic reviews.
Links & Resources
Website: https://www.testsquared.com/
Affiliate link: https://www.testsquared.com/affiliate
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adammelenkivitz/
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