Offering money for reviews is a fast track to suspension.
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1. What IS Allowed?
- Amazon Vine: The only official program.
- Early Reviewer Program: (Discontinued, relying on Vine now).
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2. What IS Banned?
Rebates, refunds via PayPal after review, and "free gift" inserts that require a 5-star review.
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