How to find out if Amazon thinks you have ‘flat buttocks’
By Amanda Silberling · Oct 6, 2026, 5:55 PM CDT
"I stumbled upon a page of assumptions that Amazon has made about me based on my purchases and I’m literally speechless," one shopper wrote on Threads.
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AI analysisSensationalismThe headline uses provocative language to attract attention, implying a hidden, possibly invasive analysis by Amazon that is not substantiated in the text.
Anecdotal EvidenceRelies on a single, unnamed shopper’s personal experience without verification, which does not constitute reliable reporting.
Context
AI analysisMissing context
The article does not explain what specific Amazon data or algorithms are being referenced, how the shopper accessed the alleged "page of assumptions," or whether Amazon actually categorizes users by physical attributes such as buttock shape. It also lacks any expert commentary, official statements from Amazon, or links to the purported page.
Important context
Amazon’s recommendation systems and personalization features are based on purchase history, browsing behavior, and demographic data, but there is no publicly documented practice of labeling users by body shape. Without confirmation from Amazon or technical evidence, the claim remains speculative.
Opinion vs. reporting
AI analysisThe piece leans heavily toward sensationalism and anecdotal reporting, presenting a single user’s reaction without investigative reporting or corroborating evidence.