How to Delete Your Amazon Account and Cancel Memberships

Introduction

Are you thinking about leaving Amazon for good? Whether it’s for privacy concerns, reducing online spending, or switching to other platforms, deleting your Amazon account isn’t as simple as clicking a button. Amazon makes it a multi-step process to ensure you understand the consequences before permanently removing your account.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to delete your Amazon account and cancel all associated memberships like Amazon Prime, Kindle Unlimited, and other subscriptions.

Things to Consider Before Deleting Your Amazon Account

Before we jump into the steps on how to delete your Amazon account, let’s review what happens when you delete it permanently:

✔ You lose access to all Amazon services, including Prime, Kindle purchases, and Audible.
✔ All digital content, including eBooks, movies, and music, will be lost.
✔ Pending orders will be canceled, and you won’t receive refunds.
✔ You can’t use the same email to create another Amazon account in the future.

If you still want to proceed, follow the steps below.

Step 1: Cancel Active Subscriptions and Memberships

Before you can delete your Amazon account, you need to cancel any active memberships linked to your account. Here’s how:

Cancel Amazon Prime Membership

Log in to Amazon and go to Accounts & Lists > Your Prime Membership.
Click Manage Membership > End Membership.
Follow the steps to confirm cancellation.

Cancel Kindle Unlimited & Other Subscriptions

Navigate to Accounts & Lists > Memberships & Subscriptions.
Locate Kindle Unlimited, Audible, or other subscriptions.
Click Manage Subscription and Cancel.

💡 Tip: If you have an Amazon Gift Card balance, use it before deleting your account because it will not be refunded.

Step 2: Delete Payment Methods

To ensure no further charges are made, remove all saved payment methods from your Amazon account:

Go to Accounts & Lists > Your Payments.
Click on each saved credit card or bank account and remove them.

Step 3: Download Important Data

Once you delete your Amazon account, you can’t recover past purchases, invoices, or customer support records.

🔹 To download your order history:

Go to Accounts & Lists > Your Orders.
Click Request Order History Report and save a copy.

Step 4: Delete Your Amazon Account

Now that you’ve canceled your memberships and downloaded important data, you’re ready to delete your Amazon account permanently.

How to Delete Your Amazon Account:

Go to Amazon’s Help Page – Visit Amazon’s Close Your Account page.
Sign in & Verify Identity – Amazon will ask for your password and 2FA code (if enabled).
Select a Reason for Closure – Choose a reason for deleting your account.
Request Permanent Account Deletion – Click Submit Request to begin the process.
Wait for Amazon’s Confirmation Email – Amazon will send a confirmation email within 12 to 48 hours.

📌 Important: Once Amazon confirms your account closure, there’s no way to recover it.

Step 5: Remove Your Personal Data from Amazon

Even after deleting your account, Amazon may still have your personal data stored. If you want to remove everything, you can request Amazon to delete your personal information permanently.

Go to Amazon Privacy Settings (under Your Account).
Submit a Data Deletion Request under the GDPR/CCPA Privacy Rights section.
Wait for confirmation – Amazon typically processes this within 30 days.

💡 Pro Tip: If you have Alexa devices or Ring cameras linked to your account, reset them before deletion to remove all voice recordings and data.

Common Issues & Solutions When Deleting Your Amazon Account

1. Can’t Delete Account Due to Active Orders?

Amazon does not allow account deletion if there are pending or unshipped orders.

✔ Solution: Wait for all orders to be delivered or cancel them manually before proceeding.

2. What If I Want to Create a New Amazon Account Later?

If you delete your account, you cannot use the same email or phone number to create a new one.

✔ Solution: If you may want to return to Amazon in the future, consider disabling your account instead of deleting it.

3. How Long Does It Take for Amazon to Delete My Account?

Amazon processes account deletion requests within 12 to 48 hours, but it may take up to 30 days to remove all data.

✔ Solution: Be patient and check your email for final confirmation.

Alternatives to Deleting Your Amazon Account

If you’re unsure about deleting your account permanently, here are some alternatives:

🛑 Pause Amazon Prime Instead of Deleting – You can pause your Prime Membership instead of canceling it completely.

🛑 Use Guest Checkout Instead – If you’re worried about privacy, use guest checkout for future purchases instead of keeping an active account.

🛑 Change Personal Information – Update your email, phone number, or address if you want to remove personal details without deleting your account.

Final Thoughts

Deleting your Amazon account is a serious decision, especially since it removes all access to Amazon services, purchases, and memberships. If you’re 100% sure, follow the step-by-step guide above to cancel subscriptions, remove payment details, and submit your deletion request.

For the best results, make sure to download your order history and use any remaining gift card balances before finalizing your account closure.

FAQs

1. How long does it take to delete my Amazon account?

Amazon typically processes account deletion within 12-48 hours, but full data removal can take up to 30 days.

2. Can I reopen my Amazon account after deleting it?

No. Once you delete your Amazon account, you cannot recover it. You would need to create a new account with a different email address.

3. Will deleting my Amazon account cancel my Prime Membership?

Yes. Deleting your account automatically cancels all Amazon services, including Prime, Kindle Unlimited, and Audible.

4. Can I delete my Amazon account without contacting customer support?

Yes! You can delete your account directly from the Amazon website without calling customer service.

5. What happens to my Amazon gift card balance if I delete my account?

You lose any remaining gift card balance when you delete your account. Make sure to use it before closing your account.

6. Can I delete my Amazon account if I have an open return or refund request?

No, Amazon does not allow account deletion if there are pending returns or refunds. You must wait for all returns to be processed and refunds to be completed before submitting a deletion request.

7. What happens to my Amazon reviews and wish lists after I delete my account?

Once you delete your Amazon account, all reviews, ratings, wish lists, and order history will be permanently erased. This data cannot be recovered.

8. Will my Amazon Associates account be deleted too?

Yes, if you have an Amazon Associates (affiliate) account, it will also be permanently closed along with your Amazon account. Any pending commissions may be forfeited, so be sure to withdraw your earnings before deleting your account.

9. Can I delete my Amazon account if I have an active Amazon Business account?

If your personal Amazon account is linked to an Amazon Business account, you must first close the business account before you can delete your personal account.

10. How do I delete my Amazon account if I forgot my password?

If you cannot log in, reset your password by clicking “Forgot Password” on the Amazon sign-in page. Once you regain access, follow the steps to delete your account.

11. Can I delete my Amazon account from the mobile app?

No, Amazon does not currently allow account deletion from the mobile app. You must log in from a web browser on a computer or phone to request account deletion.

12. Will deleting my Amazon account remove my Alexa and Echo device history?

Yes, deleting your account will remove your Alexa voice recordings, smart home device settings, and linked Echo devices. However, it is recommended to manually reset all Alexa devices before account deletion.

13. Can I use the same phone number for a new Amazon account after deleting my old one?

No, Amazon does not allow a previously registered phone number to be used for a new account once the original account is deleted.

14. Will deleting my Amazon account cancel my Subscribe & Save orders?

Yes, all active Subscribe & Save orders will be canceled immediately when your account is deleted.

15. How do I know when my Amazon account is officially deleted?

You will receive an email confirmation from Amazon Customer Service once your account has been permanently closed.