The Basics You Need, to Start Selling on Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon)

Starting your journey as an Amazon seller can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you're looking for financial freedom, a side hustle, or a full-time business, Amazon FBA (Fulfillment by Amazon) offers an incredible opportunity to build a profitable brand from anywhere.

This guide is designed to help beginners understand the essential steps and concepts needed to launch a successful Amazon FBA business. From setting up your account and finding products to shipping inventory and scaling your brand, you’ll find everything you need to start with clarity and confidence.

Let’s turn your idea into income and your hustle into a business.

Follow these steps to get started with confidence.

1. Set Up Your Amazon Seller Account

·        • Visit https://sell.amazon.com and click 'Sign Up'.

·        • Choose the Professional Plan ($39.99/month) for full features.

·        • Prepare: business email, government ID, bank account, credit card, and tax info (EIN if using an LLC).

2. Choose Your Business Model

·        • Retail Arbitrage: Buy in-store, sell on Amazon.

·        • Online Arbitrage: Buy online, resell.

·        • Wholesale: Buy in bulk from authorized distributors.

·        • Private Label: Brand your own products.

·        • Dropshipping: Not ideal long-term due to lower control.

3. Understand Product Research

·        • Use tools like Jungle Scout, Helium 10, SellerrAmp or Keepa.

·        • Look for high demand, low competition, and 30%+ profit margin.

·        • Avoid gated/restricted categories when starting out.

4. Get Familiar with FBA

·        • Amazon stores, packs, and ships your products.

·        • You send inventory to Amazon warehouses.

·        • Amazon handles customer service, returns, Prime shipping.

5. Source Products

·        • Start with small batches (10–50 units).

·        • Buy from retail stores or authorized wholesalers.

·        • Keep all receipts and invoices for authenticity and ungating.

6. Create a Product Listing

·        • Use 'Add a Product' in Seller Central.

·        • Write a clear title, bullet points, and description.

·        • Upload high-quality images and use relevant keywords.

7. Ship Inventory to Amazon

·        • Use 'Send to Amazon' workflow in Seller Central.

·        • Follow packaging and labeling requirements.

·        • Use Amazon-partnered carriers like UPS or FedEx.

8. Monitor and Manage Your Business

·        • Use the Seller Central dashboard to track sales and inventory.

·        • Respond to customer messages within 24 hours.

·        • Maintain good account health and respond to notifications.

9. Plan for Taxes & Accounting

·        • Track expenses and revenue with tools like QuickBooks or GoDaddy.

·        • Consult an accountant familiar with eCommerce.

10. Keep Learning and Scaling

·        • Join the Seller Circle.

·        • Take advanced Amazon FBA courses if needed.

·        • Explore Amazon PPC and Brand Registry as you grow. Join the Seller Circle today and start your journey towards Amazon selling success. Remember, with the right guidance and support, the sky's the limit for your online business.