An Amazon seller stumbled across something strange online. At first, it looked like a joke—maybe even harmless.
But the more they watched, the more something felt off. What they found raised serious questions about who’s really paying for viral content.
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An Amazon seller (OP) asked: Is this targeted abuse against small businesses on Amazon?
OP spotted a serial return abuser on Instagram—someone proudly posting videos of himself buying and returning heavy Amazon items just for laughs.
But the joke’s on someone else: he appears to be ordering from third-party sellers, not Amazon. Which means a small business is likely eating the return costs for every “bit.”
👎 The scam, explained
OP says the guy’s been pulling this stunt for months with no ban in sight, probably because Amazon isn’t the one losing money.
Here’s how it works:
If it’s FBA, you'd think Amazon would absorb the costs. But nope—sellers still get hit with fees, shipping charges, and restocking pain.
OP’s already reported it to [email protected] and is urging other sellers to do the same.
😤 Sellers speak out
As the return prank gains traction, Amazon sellers are sounding the alarm—with receipts, frustration, and a few conspiracy theories to boot:
It’s unclear whether Amazon will take action against the scammer, or if the seller will ever recover the losses. But one thing’s certain: the community isn’t staying silent.
THOUGHT OF THE DAY
Return abuse doesn’t just hurt Amazon—it quietly drains third-party sellers.
Behind every viral “prank” is a real business stuck with the bill.
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