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Amazon Connection Test: How to Validate Credentials Before You Publish

Settings / Amazon

Run this test before campaigns so you catch credentials and tag issues early.

When to Use This Guide

Use this before publishing new monetized content, changing integrations, or troubleshooting connection issues.

Before You Start

  • You are logged into WordPress with an Administrator account.
  • You can access PassiveWP -> Settings.
  • You have any required keys or partner credentials ready.

Exact Menu Path

WordPress Admin -> PassiveWP -> Settings -> Amazon

Step-by-Step Walkthrough

Step 1: Open Settings > Amazon and run the built-in test.

Where to click WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon

What to do In WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon, click "Check API Connections" and wait for the status table to finish.

How to verify Check API Connections should show successful status with no country-level errors.

Step 2: Review whether the response confirms access for your selected mode.

Where to click WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon

What to do In WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon, set "Amazon API Mode" to the mode you need, then click Save Changes.

How to verify No blocking error banner appears, and the next step is available.

Step 3: If any country fails, add or correct partner tags for that country.

Where to click WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon

What to do In WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon, set "Default Country" and "Default Partner Tag", then confirm each marketplace row has the correct partner tag.

How to verify New rows should appear in the list and be editable.

Step 4: Retry after updates and save a screenshot of successful status.

Where to click WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon

What to do Complete the field changes in WordPress Admin→PassiveWP→Settings→Amazon, then click Save Changes and do not leave the page until the success notice appears.

How to verify Reload the screen once and confirm your values are still saved.

Quick Troubleshooting Checks

  • Re-open the same settings tab and confirm values are still present.
  • Run the built-in test for that integration (Amazon/OpenAI/MaxMind).
  • If a key is defined in wp-config, update it there instead of the UI field.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Leaving defaults in place without checking if they match your niche.
  • Ignoring failed connection tests before publishing monetized content.
  • Using invalid or expired credentials and expecting background jobs to recover.

Success Checklist

  • Connection test returns success.
  • Defaults match your target country and monetization style.
  • A test post renders correctly on desktop and mobile.

Pro Tips for Affiliate Marketers

  • Re-test credentials after rotating keys.
  • Keep credentials in one secure document so your team stays synced.
  • Review settings monthly, especially before seasonal campaigns.

If You Get Stuck

Open the matching troubleshooting article in this help center and repeat one step at a time instead of changing multiple settings at once.

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