10 Tips for Using Amazon Brand Registry

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10 Tips for Using Amazon Brand Registry

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10 Tips for Using Amazon Brand Registry

Amazon Brand Registry offers powerful tools for brand protection and growth on the e-commerce giant’s platform. This article presents expert-backed strategies to maximize the benefits of Brand Registry for your business. Discover how to boost conversions, optimize listings, and create a compelling brand presence that resonates with customers.

  • Secure Brand Gating for Conversion Boost
  • Optimize Listings and Leverage Brand Analytics
  • Create a Brand Embassy in Your Store
  • Enhance Listings with A+ Content
  • Maintain Consistent Brand Voice Across Platforms
  • Design Segmented Storefront for Customer Journeys
  • Utilize Vine Program for Credible Reviews
  • Remove Counterfeits and Analyze Search Terms
  • Protect Your Brand’s Authenticity Story
  • Craft Brand Story Addressing Customer Needs

Secure Brand Gating for Conversion Boost

One of the most strategic plays we’ve used through Amazon Brand Registry is securing Brand Gating, not just in Premium Beauty, but across multiple high-risk categories like skincare, supplements, and luxury accessories. Most sellers assume brand gating is exclusive to beauty or fashion, but if you can demonstrate MAP violations, unauthorized resellers, or IP infringement, Amazon will often approve gating, even in non-luxury categories. We used this to clean up our PDPs, regain Buy Box control, and protect pricing integrity. The result? A 30-40% boost in conversion and media efficiency across our gated SKUs. For brands scaling on Amazon, gating isn’t just protection—it’s positioning.

Malia LeongMalia Leong
VP, Digital | Fractional CMO, Astral Health & Beauty


Optimize Listings and Leverage Brand Analytics

Getting into Amazon Brand Registry gave me the control I needed to treat product listings like optimized landing pages. I focused on tight images, clear copy, and protection from listing hijackers. That control made it easier to test different headlines and A+ Content layouts because I could use AI tools to speed things up. After updating the creative, conversion rates increased by 17% in about a month. In categories where CPCs are rising, that kind of lift makes a real difference.

One part of Brand Registry that doesn’t get enough attention is Brand Analytics. The search term reports helped uncover high-intent keywords that weren’t showing up in my campaigns or listings. I reverse-engineered the top clicked ASINs in the category and found gaps in keyword targeting that competitors missed. This strategy reduced ACoS by 9% over the quarter just from cleaning up the keyword strategy.

Brand Registry also made it easier to lock in a consistent brand story. I added short video content inside the listings. These were simple visuals with light music and no voiceover. They didn’t drive huge click spikes, but they improved dwell time and reduced bounce rate. These subtle changes added up over time.

Brand Registry didn’t do the work for me, but it removed roadblocks. Once the tools were in place, it was easier to execute ideas that had been sitting on the shelf.

Josiah RocheJosiah Roche
Fractional CMO, JRR Marketing


Create a Brand Embassy in Your Store

For our personalized jewelry store on Amazon, the most effective tip for using Brand Registry has been to treat our Brand Store not as a product catalog, but as a true brand embassy.

Instead of a simple grid of our pieces, we used the Brand Store modules to tell our story. We built out dedicated pages detailing our family’s history in craftsmanship, a “From Sketch to Sparkle” page showing our design process and ethical gemstone sourcing, and created curated, shoppable edits like ‘The Anniversary Collection.’ The goal was to replicate the high-trust, bespoke feeling of our own website within the Amazon ecosystem.

The impact for us was twofold. First, it allowed us to build significant brand equity and trust in a typically transactional marketplace. More tangibly, it directly increased our Average Order Value (AOV). We found that shoppers who visited our Brand Store and engaged with our story spent, on average, 20-25% more per order than those who just purchased from a single product page. They weren’t just buying a piece of jewelry; they were buying into our brand’s story.

Aviad FaruzAviad Faruz
CEO, FARUZO


Enhance Listings with A+ Content

One tip I’d share for using Amazon’s Brand Registry effectively is to fully leverage the A+ Content feature. This allows you to enhance your product listings with richer images, detailed descriptions, and comparison charts that really showcase your brand story and product benefits.

When we implemented A+ Content, it made our listings stand out and gave customers a clearer, more engaging picture of what we offer. This not only improved the overall shopping experience but also led to higher conversion rates and fewer returns, since buyers had a better understanding before purchasing.

For our brand, this translated into a stronger presence on Amazon and increased sales – plus, it helped build brand loyalty by reinforcing our identity consistently across all listings. Using Brand Registry tools like A+ Content is a great way to take control of your brand narrative on the platform.

Peter WoottonPeter Wootton
Co-Founder, Olivia Croft


Maintain Consistent Brand Voice Across Platforms

I’ll be honest – as COO at Underground Marketing, we focus on white-label digital marketing fulfillment rather than Amazon Brand Registry directly. However, I’ve observed how brand consistency principles from our branding work translate seamlessly to Amazon’s platform.

The most significant tip I’d share is utilizing Brand Registry’s improved brand content features to maintain that distinctive brand voice we always emphasize. Just as we assist agencies in crafting consistent messaging across all touchpoints, Amazon’s A+ content allows you to control your product storytelling beyond basic listings. Consider it as your brand’s personality shining through even in a crowded marketplace.

From our content marketing experience, I know that brands with consistent voice and visual identity experience significantly better engagement. The same principle applies on Amazon – when you can control your brand presentation through Registry’s tools, you’re not just another generic listing. You become memorable, which directly impacts conversion rates.

The key is treating your Amazon presence like any other branded touchpoint. Employ the same tone, visual elements, and value propositions that work elsewhere in your marketing. Brand Registry simply provides you with the tools to execute that consistency at scale.

Karen CleaverKaren Cleaver
COO, Underground Marketing


Design Segmented Storefront for Customer Journeys

Having built Stout Tent into a globally recognized brand with over 200 wholesale clients across six continents, I’ve learned that Amazon’s Brand Registry storefront customization is incredibly underused by most sellers.

We used the custom storefront feature to create dedicated sections for our different customer segments – recreational campers, glamping business owners, and event planners. Instead of dumping all our bell tents into one generic page, we built separate “shops” within our brand store that spoke directly to each audience’s specific needs and use cases.

The segmented approach increased our average order value by 41% because customers could easily find tent packages and accessories customized to their intended use. Business customers especially appreciated seeing wholesale pricing tiers and bulk options prominently featured in their dedicated section.

The key is treating your brand store like a real showroom floor rather than just a product catalog. Map out your customer journey for each segment and design dedicated pathways that guide them from browsing to purchasing the right solution for their specific situation.

Caitlyn StoutCaitlyn Stout
Owner, Stout Tent


Utilize Vine Program for Credible Reviews

My top tip is to actively manage reviews and customer experience through Amazon’s tools, like the Amazon Vine program. I signed up for Brand Registry and employed Vine to ship 50 free urns to trusted reviewers, an expense of $2,000, which yielded 45 genuine five-star reviews for our $99 pet urns. Our product page conversion rate skyrocketed 20% and led to a 15% sales uplift of $5,000 a month on top of the $50,000 we used to make. I also reply to customer reviews on the Brand Registry review tracking dashboard within 24 hours, and I resolve 90% of negative reviews, which in turn builds confidence and brand identity.

To execute on this, you should sign up for Brand Registry with a registered trademark and utilize Vine for new products to create early credibility. Monitor reviews weekly and address concerns promptly to maintain a positive image. You should consider investing in the real reviews that come from the Vine program and combine it with A+ Content for fuller listings. It is a great way to build trust with customers, increase conversions, and establish your brand on Amazon.

Aleksa MarjanovicAleksa Marjanovic
Chief Marketing Officer | Founder, Eternal Urns


Remove Counterfeits and Analyze Search Terms

With my e-commerce business GoldRushTradingPost.com, Brand Registry’s most powerful feature has been the improved brand protection against counterfeit listings. We were getting hit by sellers pushing fake gold testing kits and knock-off metal detectors that could seriously mislead prospectors about their finds.

After enrolling, I used the automated brand protection tools to remove 47 infringing listings in our first quarter alone. This cleaned up search results so customers could find our legitimate Garrett metal detectors and genuine testing equipment without getting confused by imposters.

The bigger win came from Brand Registry’s search term reports showing us that customers were searching “professional gold testing acid” instead of just “gold testing kit.” We found prospectors wanted to feel like serious miners, not hobbyists. Adjusting our product titles and backend keywords around this insight boosted our testing kit sales by 31%.

From my banking background, I know data drives decisions. Brand Registry gave us search analytics we never had before, revealing that “black sand separation” was a huge search term we weren’t targeting. We quickly optimized our magnet listings around this insight and saw immediate traffic increases.

Michael SchlazerMichael Schlazer
Owner, Gold Rush Trading Post


Protect Your Brand’s Authenticity Story

I haven’t used Amazon Brand Registry specifically since Midwest Amber focuses on our direct-to-consumer website and wholesale partnerships. However, I’ve learned similar brand protection lessons working with our Baltic amber suppliers in Poland and Lithuania over the past 20+ years.

The biggest mistake I see jewelry businesses make is not protecting their authenticity story early enough. We invested heavily in our Certificate of Genuine Baltic Amber documentation because customers were getting burned by fake amber flooding online marketplaces. When you control your brand narrative from day one, you don’t have to fight uphill battles later.

What transformed our business was creating detailed product stories that our wholesale partners could use. Instead of just selling “amber jewelry,” we gave retailers complete backgrounds – the 40+ million year history, the specific Baltic region sourcing, and even photos of our Polish artisans at work. Our wholesale partners saw 30% higher conversion rates when they used our branded content versus generic descriptions.

The lesson applies everywhere: don’t just protect your trademark, protect your entire story. Whether it’s Amazon Brand Registry or your own website, customers buy the narrative behind authentic products, not just the product itself.

Gabriel CiupekGabriel Ciupek
Owner, Midwest Amber, Inc.


Craft Brand Story Addressing Customer Needs

I didn’t truly delve into Amazon’s Brand Registry until I launched my supplement line through Hush & Hush products at Dermal Era. What completely transformed our approach was utilizing their Brand Story feature to connect our holistic wellness philosophy with actual customer pain points.

I focused on our MindYourMind sleep supplement and created brand content that directly addressed exhausted mothers and stressed entrepreneurs – my core audience. Instead of merely listing ingredients, I shared how poor sleep was affecting their skin, energy, and decision-making abilities. Our conversion rate for that product increased by 43% within two months.

The real breakthrough occurred when I used Brand Registry’s customer review insights to identify that people were purchasing our products for reasons we hadn’t even considered. Customers frequently mentioned “hormone balance” and “stress relief” in reviews for our beauty supplements. I adjusted our brand messaging to address these specific needs, which led to a 30% increase in repeat purchases.

Most wellness brands treat Amazon like a catalog, but Brand Registry allows you to tell your authentic story. As someone who has been meditating since the age of 10 and building businesses as a single mother, I used that authenticity to create content that felt more like mentorship than marketing.

Jessie EliJessie Eli
Owner, Dermal Era Holistic Med Spa


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