{"id":229,"date":"2026-10-29T06:33:36","date_gmt":"2026-10-29T06:33:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/blogs\/?p=229"},"modified":"2026-10-29T06:33:37","modified_gmt":"2026-10-29T06:33:37","slug":"amazon-shop-direct-expansion-sellers-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/blogs\/amazon-shop-direct-expansion-sellers-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Amazon Shop Direct: What the Expansion Means for Sellers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!DOCTYPE html>\n<html lang=\"en\">\n<head>\n<meta charset=\"UTF-8\">\n<meta name=\"viewport\" content=\"width=device-width, initial-scale=1.0\">\n\n<title>Amazon Shop Direct: What the Expansion Means for Sellers<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Amazon Shop Direct now lists about 250 million products from other sites. 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border: 1px solid var(--rule); }\n.post-figure figcaption { font-size: 13px; color: var(--ink-3); margin-top: 8px; text-align: center; line-height: 1.5; }\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n<div class=\"page-wrap\">\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"breadcrumb\">\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\">Home<\/a>\n  <span>\u203a<\/span>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/blogs\/\">Blog<\/a>\n  <span>\u203a<\/span>\n  <span>Amazon Shop Direct Guide<\/span>\n<\/nav>\n\n<div class=\"summary-box\" role=\"note\">\n  <div class=\"sb-row\"><span class=\"sb-label\">Covers<\/span><span>What Amazon Shop Direct is, how big it has grown, and how to audit your exposure this week.<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"sb-row\"><span class=\"sb-label\">For<\/span><span>Amazon sellers and DTC brands whose products appear in Amazon search.<\/span><\/div>\n  <div class=\"sb-row\"><span class=\"sb-label\">Takeaway<\/span><span>Audit your own search results now, and keep prices and data consistent across channels.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<nav class=\"toc-box\" aria-label=\"Table of contents\">\n  <div class=\"toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n  <ol class=\"toc-list\">\n    <li><a href=\"#why-it-matters\">Why Amazon Shop Direct Matters for Sellers Right Now<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#what-it-is\">What Is Amazon Shop Direct?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#how-big\">How Big Is Amazon Shop Direct Now?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#why-now\">Why Is Amazon Expanding Shop Direct Now?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#impact\">How Could Amazon Shop Direct Affect Your Marketplace Listings?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#unknowns\">What Is Still Unknown About Amazon Shop Direct?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#join-or-wait\">Should Your DTC Brand Join Amazon Shop Direct?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#audit\">How Do You Audit Your Exposure This Week?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#tracking\">What Should Sellers Track Over the Next 30 Days?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#accuracy\">Why Does Data Accuracy Matter So Much?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#multichannel\">What Should Multichannel Sellers Watch?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#mistakes\">What Mistakes Should You Avoid?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#human-ai\">Where Does Human + AI Fit in Channel Monitoring?<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#checklist\">Amazon Shop Direct Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts on Amazon Shop Direct<\/a><\/li>\n    <li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li>\n  <\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n\n<article class=\"post-content\">\n\n<div class=\"definition-box\">\n  <strong>Definition:<\/strong> <strong>Amazon Shop Direct<\/strong> is an Amazon program that lists products from other brands\u2019 websites inside Amazon search and shopping features. Shoppers can find items from stores that do not sell on Amazon.\n  <p class=\"plain-english\">In plain English: Amazon now shows products you can buy from other websites right next to its own listings.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-it-matters\">Why Amazon Shop Direct Matters for Sellers Right Now<\/h2>\n<p>Amazon Shop Direct just grew much larger, and sellers should pay attention. A report on October 28, 2026 said the program now lists about 250 million products from other sites. This guide explains what Amazon Shop Direct is, why Amazon is expanding it, and how to prepare.<\/p>\n<p>The change matters because shoppers see these listings inside Amazon search. As a result, your products may share the page with items from stores you have never heard of. Meanwhile, Amazon is also restricting outside AI shopping agents from its store.<\/p>\n<p>Both moves point in one direction. Amazon wants to remain the place where product discovery starts. Therefore, brands that sell on Amazon and on their own sites need a clear plan for both channels.<\/p>\n<p>This article is current as of October 29, 2026. Because the report is new, Amazon may share more details soon, so check official sources for updates.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"what-it-is\">What Is Amazon Shop Direct?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Amazon Shop Direct lists products from brands that do not sell on Amazon.<\/strong> Shoppers find them in Amazon search and can buy through the merchant\u2019s site.<\/p>\n<h3>How Shoppers See It<\/h3>\n<p>Shop Direct items appear in Amazon search results alongside regular listings. When a shopper chooses one, Amazon directs them to the merchant\u2019s site. In some cases, according to industry coverage, Amazon\u2019s Buy for Me feature completes the purchase for the shopper. Therefore, the shopper may never feel they left Amazon.<\/p>\n<h3>How Brands Join<\/h3>\n<p>Amazon says merchants can sync catalog data, pricing, and inventory using product feeds they already provide to feed providers. Industry coverage names several approved providers. In addition, a brand does not need an Amazon seller account to take part. Meanwhile, brands that want out can request removal.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"how-big\">How Big Is Amazon Shop Direct Now?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Amazon Shop Direct has grown about 2.5 times since March 2026.<\/strong> The October figure comes from a report, not from Amazon itself.<\/p>\n<table class=\"compare-table\" aria-label=\"Amazon Shop Direct size and reach\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr><th>Measure<\/th><th>Figure<\/th><th>Source note<\/th><\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr><td>March 2026<\/td><td>100M+ products, 400,000+ merchants<\/td><td>Stated by Amazon<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>October 2026<\/td><td>About 250M listings<\/td><td>Reported October 28<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Growth<\/td><td>About 2.5 times<\/td><td>Compared with March<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Search reach<\/td><td>Hundreds of millions of searches monthly<\/td><td>Amazon spokesperson, via coverage<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Fees<\/td><td>No referral fee reported today<\/td><td>One analysis; confirm with Amazon<\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Note the difference between products and listings. The March figure counts products, while the October figure counts listings that link to products sold elsewhere. Therefore, treat the growth rate as a rough guide.<\/p>\n<div class=\"tool-callout\">\n  <div class=\"tool-callout-text\">\n    <strong>Keep your catalog under control<\/strong>\n    <span>GlancePeak\u2019s catalog service runs a 12-point health audit every week.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/services\/amazon-catalog.html\" class=\"tool-callout-btn\">See Catalog Management \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"why-now\">Why Is Amazon Expanding Shop Direct Now?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Coverage ties the expansion to competition from outside AI shopping assistants.<\/strong> Amazon wants shoppers to keep starting their searches on Amazon.<\/p>\n<p>Amazon has blocked outside AI shopping agents from its store, according to industry coverage. At the same time, rivals are building tools that gather products from many retailers in one place. For example, Google recently launched a Universal Cart that lets shoppers save items from several stores.<\/p>\n<p>Shop Direct answers that threat. If Amazon search also shows products from other sites, shoppers have less reason to leave. In addition, Amazon gains more data about what people want. As a result, the program may keep growing.<\/p>\n<p>Analysts have also noted a tension. Amazon cited accuracy concerns when it blocked outside agents. Meanwhile, it now features products from many external sites. Therefore, data accuracy will likely stay a live issue.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"impact\">How Could Amazon Shop Direct Affect Your Marketplace Listings?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The most likely effect is more competition on the search page.<\/strong> Amazon has not published category-level results, so treat any prediction as a hypothesis.<\/p>\n<h3>Search Results<\/h3>\n<p>More listings can appear for the same query. Consequently, your product may sit beside items that do not follow Amazon\u2019s fee structure. Some of those items may carry different prices. Therefore, watch your impressions and click-through rate on top keywords.<\/p>\n<h3>Pricing and Trust<\/h3>\n<p>Shoppers can compare your Amazon price with prices on other sites. For example, a brand that sells on Amazon and on its own site could show two prices on one page. If they differ sharply, trust may drop, and channel conflict may follow.<\/p>\n<h3>Advertising<\/h3>\n<p>Sponsored placements still sit in the same results. Meanwhile, organic positions may shift. Review your ACoS and TACoS weekly for the next month, and compare them with your baseline.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"unknowns\">What Is Still Unknown About Amazon Shop Direct?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Several key questions remain open.<\/strong> Sellers should plan around the gaps instead of guessing.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"signal-list\">\n  <li class=\"down\">How Shop Direct listings rank against regular listings.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Whether results differ by category or price band.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Whether fees will change as the program grows.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">How consistent the opt-out process is in practice.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">How many shoppers will use Buy for Me.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Until Amazon answers these, measurement is your best tool. Therefore, record a baseline now and compare it every week.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"join-or-wait\">Should Your DTC Brand Join Amazon Shop Direct?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Join only if the trade-offs fit your channel strategy.<\/strong> The decision depends on margin, pricing, and control.<\/p>\n<h3>Reasons to Join<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"signal-list\">\n  <li>You reach shoppers who start on Amazon.<\/li>\n  <li>One analysis reports no referral fee today.<\/li>\n  <li>You can reuse product feeds you already provide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Reasons to Wait<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"signal-list\">\n  <li class=\"down\">Prices can conflict across channels.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Feed errors can show wrong prices or stock.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Terms may change after you join.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">You have less control over how products appear.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Reports differ on how a brand can opt out. Therefore, read Amazon\u2019s current terms before you decide.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"audit\">How Do You Audit Your Exposure This Week?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>A one-hour search audit shows where you stand.<\/strong> You need only a browser and a spreadsheet.<\/p>\n<ol class=\"workflow\">\n  <li><strong>Search your brand.<\/strong> Type your brand name into Amazon and scan the results.<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Search your top keywords.<\/strong> Repeat the check for your five best keywords.<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Spot outside links.<\/strong> Look for results that link to other websites, including yours.<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Record the details.<\/strong> Note the price, title, and image for each result.<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Compare channels.<\/strong> Match them against your marketplace listing and your website.<\/li>\n  <li><strong>Choose a path.<\/strong> Decide whether to join, opt out, or wait.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"tool-callout\">\n  <div class=\"tool-callout-text\">\n    <strong>See where your account stands<\/strong>\n    <span>GlancePeak\u2019s GP Account Score rates your account across 12 dimensions within 48 hours.<\/span>\n  <\/div>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/how-it-works.html\" class=\"tool-callout-btn\">See How It Works \u2192<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 id=\"tracking\">What Should Sellers Track Over the Next 30 Days?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Track a few numbers every week.<\/strong> Small, steady records reveal real changes faster than headlines do.<\/p>\n<table class=\"compare-table\" aria-label=\"Weekly metrics to track\">\n  <thead>\n    <tr><th>Metric<\/th><th>Why it matters<\/th><th>How often<\/th><\/tr>\n  <\/thead>\n  <tbody>\n    <tr><td>Impressions on top keywords<\/td><td>Shows if results are crowding you out<\/td><td>Weekly<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Click-through rate<\/td><td>Shows if shoppers still choose you<\/td><td>Weekly<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Conversion rate<\/td><td>Shows if price gaps hurt trust<\/td><td>Weekly<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>ACoS and TACoS<\/td><td>Shows if ad costs are rising<\/td><td>Weekly<\/td><\/tr>\n    <tr><td>Price gap between channels<\/td><td>Flags channel conflict early<\/td><td>Weekly<\/td><\/tr>\n  <\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>Compare each week with your four-week baseline. If impressions fall while other sites show lower prices, investigate. Otherwise, keep monitoring.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"accuracy\">Why Does Data Accuracy Matter So Much?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Shop Direct depends on product feeds.<\/strong> A wrong feed puts wrong information in front of Amazon shoppers.<\/p>\n<p>Imagine an illustrative feed that still shows a <strong>$30<\/strong> price after a <strong>$25<\/strong> sale starts. Shoppers see the old price and may leave. Likewise, a feed that shows an item as in stock after it sells out creates a poor experience.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, a feed error can cost sales and trust at once. Therefore, check three fields first: price, availability, and title. Then review them every week, not once a quarter.<\/p>\n<p>Feed providers add another layer. Ask each provider how often it syncs data and how it handles errors. In addition, ask who fixes a mistake and how quickly. Clear answers now save time later.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"multichannel\">What Should Multichannel Sellers Watch?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>Amazon blocks outside AI shopping agents, while other retailers work with them.<\/strong> Coverage of an October 19 analyst note says Walmart partners with such agents.<\/p>\n<p>This split matters for brands that sell in several places. First, shoppers may find your products through outside AI tools that Amazon does not control. Next, those tools may read your website data, not your marketplace data. Therefore, your website needs clear titles, accurate prices, and clean product details.<\/p>\n<p>Meanwhile, consistency still wins. If your website, your Amazon listing, and any feed all say different things, every channel suffers. As a result, a single source of truth for product data is worth setting up now.<\/p>\n<p>For example, keep one master spreadsheet with title, price, pack size, and availability. Then update every channel from it. This simple habit prevents many mismatches.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"mistakes\">What Mistakes Should You Avoid?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>The biggest mistakes come from assuming the change does not apply to you.<\/strong> Marketplace-only brands can still feel the effects in search.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"signal-list\">\n  <li class=\"down\">Ignoring the program because you sell only on Amazon.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Joining without checking current terms and fees.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Letting feed data go stale.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Letting website and marketplace prices drift apart.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Assuming results will look the same in every category.<\/li>\n  <li class=\"down\">Skipping a weekly review of your search results.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Each mistake has a simple fix. First, run the audit above. Next, set a weekly review. Finally, keep a short record of what you change.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"human-ai\">Where Does Human + AI Fit in Channel Monitoring?<\/h2>\n<p><strong>AI watches the data, and people make the strategy calls.<\/strong> That split works well when search results change often.<\/p>\n<p>AI can scan search results and feeds for price, title, and stock mismatches. It can also flag keyword-level changes every week. However, only a person can decide whether to join, opt out, or wait.<\/p>\n<p>GlancePeak follows the same model. GP Intelligence handles the data work, and human specialists review every output before action. In addition, the GP Account Score rates account health across 12 dimensions within 48 hours. The Full Service plan starts at $1,500 per month, according to GlancePeak\u2019s pricing page.<\/p>\n\n<h2 id=\"checklist\">Amazon Shop Direct Checklist<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"checklist\">\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">1<\/span><span><strong>Search your brand<\/strong> \u2014 scan Amazon results for outside links.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">2<\/span><span><strong>Search top keywords<\/strong> \u2014 repeat for your five best terms.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">3<\/span><span><strong>Record the details<\/strong> \u2014 note price, title, and image shown.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">4<\/span><span><strong>Compare channels<\/strong> \u2014 match marketplace and website data.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">5<\/span><span><strong>Fix mismatches<\/strong> \u2014 correct stale prices and stock first.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">6<\/span><span><strong>Read current terms<\/strong> \u2014 confirm fees and opt-out steps with Amazon.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">7<\/span><span><strong>Decide your path<\/strong> \u2014 join, opt out, or wait.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">8<\/span><span><strong>Track your baseline<\/strong> \u2014 log impressions, click-through rate, and conversion.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">9<\/span><span><strong>Review ad metrics<\/strong> \u2014 watch ACoS and TACoS weekly.<\/span><\/li>\n  <li><span class=\"cl-num\">10<\/span><span><strong>Repeat monthly<\/strong> \u2014 rerun the audit as the program grows.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 id=\"final-thoughts\">Final Thoughts on Amazon Shop Direct<\/h2>\n<p>Amazon Shop Direct is growing fast, and its effects will reach beyond brands that join. However, the full impact is still unknown. Therefore, a short audit now beats guessing later.<\/p>\n<p>Start by looking at your own search results. Then compare prices and data across channels. Meanwhile, read the current terms before you join or opt out.<\/p>\n<p>Q4 raises the stakes. Shoppers compare quickly, so mismatched prices cost more during the holidays. As a result, brands that review early can protect trust and conversion.<\/p>\n<p>Keep the long view in mind as well. Programs like this one tend to change as Amazon learns what shoppers do. Therefore, review your plan every month, and adjust it as new facts arrive.<\/p>\n<p>Finally, remember that tools only help when listings, pricing, and data work together.<\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n\n<div class=\"cta-block\">\n  <h2>Want Help Preparing for Amazon Shop Direct?<\/h2>\n  <p>Get a free GP Account Score and see how your account health compares across 12 account dimensions.<\/p>\n  <p>A specialist reviews every finding, so you receive a plan you can act on.<\/p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/contact.html\" class=\"cta-btn\">Get Your Free GP Account Score \u2192<\/a>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/glancepeak.com\/pricing.html\" class=\"cta-btn-secondary\">See Pricing<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n<section class=\"faq-section\">\n<h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Basics<\/h3>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>What is Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Amazon Shop Direct is a program that lists products sold on other brands\u2019 websites inside Amazon search. When a shopper picks one, Amazon sends them to the merchant\u2019s site or, according to industry coverage, can complete the purchase through its Buy for Me feature. Brands do not need to sell on Amazon to appear.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>How big is Amazon Shop Direct now?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">A report on October 28, 2026 put Amazon Shop Direct at about 250 million listings that link to products sold elsewhere. That is roughly 2.5 times the March figure. In March, Amazon said the program covered over 100 million products from more than 400,000 merchants.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>When did Amazon expand Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Reports on October 28, 2026 described a significant expansion of Amazon Shop Direct. Amazon had already made joining easier in March 2026. Because details can change quickly, check Amazon\u2019s official Shop Direct merchant information for current terms before you make any decision.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Impact on Sellers<\/h3>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>Will Amazon Shop Direct hurt my marketplace sales?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">No one can say yet. Amazon Shop Direct results appear in Amazon search, so more listings may compete for shopper attention. However, Amazon has not published results by category. Therefore, track impressions, click-through rate, and conversion rate on top keywords, and compare them with your recent baseline.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>Do I pay fees to appear in Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">One industry analysis reports that Amazon charges no referral fee today, but terms can change. Merchants typically join through approved product feed providers. Confirm current fees and terms with Amazon before you join, and review your agreement with any feed provider carefully.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>Can I opt out of Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Industry coverage reports that brands can opt out through a Shop Direct merchant page, and one analysis says removal requires an email request. Because reports differ, check Amazon\u2019s current instructions. Brands that want control over how their products appear should review this early.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<h3>Preparation<\/h3>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>How can I check if my products appear in Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Search Amazon for your brand name and your top product keywords. Look for results that link to other websites, including your own. Record the price, title, and image shown. Then compare them with your website and marketplace listings, and note any mismatches.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>Why does price consistency matter with Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Shoppers can compare your marketplace price with your website price inside Amazon search. If the two differ sharply, trust and conversion can suffer, and channel conflict can follow. Therefore, review pricing across channels, and decide whether your website and marketplace prices should match.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details class=\"faq-item\">\n<summary>Can an agency help me prepare for Amazon Shop Direct?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"faq-a\">Yes. An agency can audit how your brand appears in search, compare marketplace and website data, and recommend whether to join or opt out. Choose a partner that pairs AI analysis with human review, because feed errors and pricing choices need careful judgment.<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n\n<hr class=\"section-rule\">\n<div class=\"author-bio\">\n  <div class=\"author-avatar\" aria-hidden=\"true\">GP<\/div>\n  <div>\n    <div class=\"author-name\">GlancePeak<\/div>\n    <div class=\"author-role\">Amazon Growth Agency<\/div>\n    <div class=\"author-desc\">\n      GlancePeak is an AI-powered Amazon growth agency. 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