Change KDP Categories After Launch
Use exact browse paths and two or three ASIN examples. File a short request, then monitor rank and conversions for a week.
Overview
You can request category updates after your book is live. Bring the exact browse paths and proof that your title belongs there. Proof means comparable ASINs already ranking inside those paths.
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Step by step
- Open your live detail page and copy the ASIN.
- Pick two to three target browse paths that match your reader intent.
- Collect two or three example ASINs in each path that match your book.
- Write a short request that lists paths and examples. Keep it factual.
- Submit to support. Record the date in your launch log.
Examples
| Item | Example |
|---|---|
| Browse path | Books › Science Fiction and Fantasy › Fantasy › Romantic Fantasy |
| ASIN examples | B0ABC12XZ3, B0XYZ34KLM, B09QWE1234 |
| Reason | Primary readership aligns with romantasy. Comparable tropes and tone. Cover and blurb signal the same subgenre. |
| Browse path | Kindle eBooks › Mystery, Thriller and Suspense › Crime Fiction › Police Procedural |
| ASIN examples | B08AAA1111, B0BBB22222 |
| Reason | Plot follows an active investigation led by police. Comparable pacing and reader expectations. |
Copy and paste request template
Replace each placeholder with your data. Keep it short and specific.
Track results
- Record the submission date and the paths you requested.
- Check your detail page categories after two to three days.
- Watch rank movement and conversions for one week.
- Refine paths if results do not improve. Repeat the request with better matches.
FAQs
How long do changes take
Most requests resolve within a few days. Peak periods take longer.
How many paths should I request
Two to three focused paths with clean proof works best.
Does placement affect rank
Placement does not reset rank. Visibility changes can move rank up or down as traffic shifts.