What it is
Independent sellers offer new or used products on Amazon’s storefront using plans and tools described in Amazon’s seller documentation. You may fulfill yourself (MFN) or use Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) where available—each model has different fees and compliance duties.
Who it is for
Businesses and individuals who can source inventory, meet category requirements, and handle taxes, customer service expectations, and Amazon’s performance metrics. This is retail work, not passive income.
How earnings typically work
Profit is sale price minus Amazon referral and fulfillment fees, returns, ads, and your cost of goods. Amazon publishes fee schedules by category; read the current tables in Seller Central help rather than copying numbers from forums.
Risks and limits
Account suspensions, counterfeit claims, storage limits, and policy changes can erase expected margin. This entry is not legal or tax advice.