Amazon is overhauling how third-party service providers, developers, and agencies interact with its ecosystem. By August 31 2025, all SP-API developers must migrate to the Amazon Solution Provider Portal (SPP) to maintain access.
This shift is more than a platform upgrade. It’s a major change in how Amazon enforces security, compliance, and account control.
What Is the Amazon Solution Provider Portal (SPP)?
The Solution Provider Portal is Amazon’s new centralized hub for third-party developers and service providers. It replaces Service Provider Central and consolidates tools for onboarding, compliance, integration, and access management.
SPP is Amazon’s response to increasing demands for secure, scalable, and controlled third-party access. Through it, developers and agencies can:
- Register their services and SP-API applications
- Monitor API performance and error rates
- Manage partner access and user permissions
- Ensure compliance through continuous monitoring tools
Why Amazon Is Requiring Migration to SPP
Amazon’s move to SPP is driven by three primary goals:
- Strengthen security: Reduce risks from unauthorized logins and outdated permissions.
- Standardize compliance: Enforce consistent rules for all third-party providers.
- Streamline integrations: Simplify onboarding, monitoring, and role-based access.
Key Features of SPP
- One Account for Everything: Developers can manage all their apps and tools from one place, instead of juggling multiple accounts.
- Faster Setup: Amazon provides ready-made tools to help you test and launch your services quickly.
- Monitor Your Software’s Connection: See how smoothly your service is running. Check if it’s connecting to Amazon correctly, how fast it’s working, and if there are any issues to fix.
- Built-In Security: Amazon includes tools to help you follow their rules and keep customer data safe.
- Easier Permissions: You can control who gets access to your services across different Amazon programs, all from one dashboard.
Who Needs to Migrate?
The SPP rollout impacts a wide range of third-party entities:
- SP-API Developers: SaaS tools, automation providers, and backend systems integrating with Amazon.
- Agencies & Consultants: Account managers, marketing agencies, freelance providers.
- Marketplace Solution Providers: Inventory, pricing, and analytics platforms.
- Business Buyers & Supply Chain Tools: External partners leveraging Amazon’s data infrastructure.
What Happens If You Don’t Migrate?
Failure to migrate means:
- Loss of API Access: Core functions like inventory sync, reporting, ad management, and order processing will break.
- Client Disruption: Agencies and freelance providers could lose clients due to lack of access.
- No New Integrations: Future access to Amazon programs will be blocked without SPP registration.
In short, your Amazon business could grind to a halt.
How Sellers Should Prepare
✅ Audit Current Providers
Ask your vendors and agencies if they’re SPP-registered. Confirm their migration plans.
✅ Understand the New Access Flow
In SPP, providers will request access. You approve it via Seller Central—no more broad, manual role assignments.
✅ Clean Up Permissions
Remove outdated tools, old user logins, and unnecessary roles. Only keep what's active.
✅ Use Role-Based Access
Under SPP, access is precise and revocable. Grant only what’s essential, never full admin access by default.
✅ Stay Informed
Watch for updates from Amazon and ensure your internal stakeholders understand the implications of SPP.
Takeaway
Amazon’s Solution Provider Portal isn’t just a new interface, it’s a security-first evolution of how third-party providers interact with Seller Central. By centralizing API access, onboarding, and permissions, Amazon is improving reliability, accountability, and data protection for all users.
Don’t wait. Whether you’re a developer, agency, or brand, migrating early ensures continuity, and protects your operations from last-minute emergencies.
