Most sellers don’t get banned because they’re scammers. They get banned because they don’t understand how platforms actually work. This conversation could save you months or even years of lost progress- whether you’re selling on Amazon, expanding into TikTok Shop, or building a brand on Instagram. 

In this episode of the Online Hustle Podcast, Lewis sits down with Assaf Sternfeld, e-commerce lawyer and CEO of Cabilly, to break down the legal and compliance mistakes destroying Amazon, TikTok Shop, and Instagram businesses, often without warning. From AI moderation and innocent posts getting flagged, to trademarks, IP protection, counterfeit listings, and why you don’t own your audience, this episode explains what every online seller and creator needs to know before it’s too late. 

What You’ll Learn in This Episode

• Why platforms over-ban instead of under-ban
• How AI moderation flags content without understanding context
• The most common legal mistakes Amazon sellers still make
• Why TikTok Shop & Instagram sellers are getting banned for “innocent” posts
• How trademarks and IP really work across countries
• What to do before expanding into the UK, EU, or international markets
• How platforms handle counterfeit products and listing hijackers
• Why launching imperfectly beats waiting for “perfect”
• How to protect your business before scaling

Don’t wait until you’re banned to take action. Listen now to learn how to safeguard your account, scale smarter, and avoid the mistakes that cost sellers everything.

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