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Answer a review removal request

Sellers hate bad reviews and often ask to remove them. A clear rule about what is removable keeps trust on both sides.

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Acknowledge the frustration

Thank them for raising it and show you take reviews seriously.

Check the review against the rules

Look for abuse, personal data or off-topic content.

Say no to fair negative reviews

Explain that honest reviews stay, even when they are negative.

Offer the right options

Suggest a public reply or a way to resolve the issue with the buyer.

Remove what breaks the rules

If the review breaks policy, remove it and tell the seller why.

Share the review policy

Link the rules so expectations are clear.

Questions

Can sellers pay to remove reviews?

No. Say that clearly, since it protects the whole marketplace.

What if the review is fake?

Ask for proof such as no matching order, then follow your policy.

Can the AI answer this?

It can explain the policy. Removal decisions go to a person.

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