Reinstate “Prohibited” Products on Walmart (Hacker Tutorial)

Walmart sellers, listen up. Did you know there’s a way to bring back products that are marked as prohibited on Walmart? Today, I’m showing you two methods: a slow and ethical method and a fast and “hacker” style method to get your listings reinstated.

If you’re trying to make money on Walmart or looking for help selling on Walmart, this tutorial is a must-read. And if you want professional assistance, EHP Consulting Group specializes in Walmart account management and can help you maximize your sales and prevent issues before they happen.

Video Overview:

Method 1: The Slow and Ethical Way

The first way to get a prohibited product reinstated is by working directly with Walmart support. This method may take some time, but it’s fully compliant and safe.

Step-by-Step:

Log into your Walmart Seller Center account.
Identify the product with the error or prohibited status. Take a screenshot for documentation.
Note the SKU and Item ID.
Go to Support → Contact Walmart and submit a case.
Clearly explain that your product is legitimate. Submit invoices if possible, or provide proof of authenticity.

Walmart may request you to remove the brand name or update product images to comply with policies. It’s important to contact multiple support agents, as some will be more helpful than others. Opening three separate cases can improve your chances of success.

This method aligns with best practices from Walmart experts and is similar to advice from top Amazon consultants on handling prohibited or counterfeit products.

For sellers needing professional guidance, EHP Consulting Group can help streamline this process, manage your listings, and ensure your account stays compliant.

Method 2: The Fast and “Hacker” Way

If time is critical and you need same-day reinstatement, there’s a faster method—but it comes with risks. This involves temporarily modifying your listing to a generic product so Walmart will approve it quickly.

Step-by-Step:

Edit your listing:
- Change the title to something generic (e.g., “Generic 100-Piece Chinese Cup”)
- Replace all images with neutral, generic photos
- Remove videos and brand identifiers
Submit the changes and contact Walmart, explaining that the original error was a mistake.
If necessary, push updates by referencing the Feed ID to ensure Walmart processes the changes.
Once reinstated, you can slowly revert to your original listing, updating images and titles carefully to avoid triggering another error.

This method is faster (same-day reinstatement possible) but should be used sparingly. Doing it too often may flag your account for violations.

Tips for Avoiding Future Prohibited Product Issues

Keep invoices ready: Always have proof of authenticity for branded items.
Check brand names: Typos can lead to automatic suspensions.
Stay on top of Walmart’s policies: Regularly review Walmart’s Prohibited Products Policy.
Use WFS (Walmart Fulfillment Services): Helps reduce errors from returns and refunds.

If you want expert help navigating Walmart’s complex policies, contacting a Florida Walmart consultant or a Walmart sales expert like EHP Consulting Group can save you time, prevent suspensions, and help increase Walmart sales.

Why Professional Help Matters

Walmart suspensions, terminations, and listing errors are happening more frequently due to AI enforcement and stricter policies. Having a team of Walmart experts and consultants ensures:

Your account remains in good standing
Listings are optimized for maximum visibility
Counterfeit or fake product issues are avoided
Advertising and Walmart PPC campaigns are properly managed

Learn more about full Walmart account management services to streamline your operations and focus on growing your business.

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Written By: Joshua Hackett