You can delete a credit card from Amazon in about two minutes through your account settings

To remove a credit card from Amazon, sign into your account, go to Your Account in the top right, select Login & security, then scroll to Manage payment methods. Find the card you want to remove and click the Delete button next to it. Amazon will ask you to confirm — click Delete again, and the card is gone.

The process is the same whether you're using a computer or the Amazon mobile app. If you're on the app, tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines), go to Your Account, then Login & security, and follow the same steps.

You can only delete a card if you have at least one other payment method on file — Amazon requires every account to have a way to process charges. If you're trying to delete your only card, you'll need to add a different payment method first (another credit card, debit card, or gift card balance).

Key Takeaways

  • Go to Your Account, then Login & security, then Manage payment methods to find the delete option for any card.
  • Amazon will not let you delete your only payment method, so add a replacement card or gift card balance before removing the last one.
  • Deleting a card from Amazon does not close the card itself or affect your credit — it only removes it from your Amazon account.
  • If you delete a card by mistake, you can add it back when ready using the same card number and expiration date.

Why you might want to delete a card from Amazon

The most common reason is security. If your card number was compromised, lost, or stolen, removing it from Amazon stops anyone with access to your account from using that card to make purchases. Even if your Amazon password is strong, deleting the card adds a layer of protection while you wait for your bank to issue a replacement.

You might also delete a card if you're closing it or switching to a new one. Removing old cards keeps your account clean and makes it easier to find the payment method you actually use. Some people delete cards before sharing their Amazon account login with a family member, to prevent accidental charges on a card they want to keep private.

Deleting a card from Amazon is purely about your Amazon account — it does not close the card, report anything to your bank, or change your credit. Your bank still has the card active unless you close it separately with them.

What happens to orders placed with that card

Deleting a card does not affect orders you've already placed. Amazon keeps a record of past transactions even after you remove the payment method, so your order history stays intact and your refunds will still go back to the original card if needed.

If you have a pending order that hasn't shipped yet and you delete the card used to pay for it, the order will still go through — Amazon has already charged your card. You only run into a problem if you delete a card and then try to place a new order before adding a replacement payment method.

How to add a new card before deleting the old one

If you want to switch cards, add the new one first so you don't accidentally leave your account without a payment method. Go to Your Account, select Login & security, then Manage payment methods. Click Add a payment method and enter the new card's number, expiration date, and CVV.

Amazon will ask for the cardholder's name and billing address. Make sure the address matches what your bank has on file — if it doesn't, the card may be declined when you try to use it. Once you've added the new card, you can delete the old one without any interruption to your account.

You can also set a default payment method — the card Amazon will use first when you place an order. After adding a new card, go back to Manage payment methods and click Set as default next to the card you want to use. Then delete the old card.

If you need to delete a card from a joint or family account

If you share an Amazon account with a partner or family member, either of you can delete any card on file. There's no permission system — whoever has the account password can manage payment methods. If you want to keep a card private, don't add it to the shared account in the first place.

Amazon Household accounts (where you link multiple adult accounts together) work differently. Each adult has their own payment methods and can only see and manage their own cards. If you're part of a Household, deleting a card only removes it from your individual account, not from other adults' accounts.

Troubleshooting: card won't delete or delete button is missing

If you don't see a delete button next to a card, it's almost always because it's your only payment method. Add another card, gift card balance, or bank account first, then try again. Amazon requires at least one way to charge your account at all times.

If the delete button appears but clicking it doesn't work, try clearing your browser's cache and cookies, then sign back in. If you're using the app, try closing it completely and reopening it. If the problem persists, sign out, wait a few minutes, and sign back in — sometimes Amazon's servers need a moment to sync.

In rare cases, a card might be locked from deletion because it's tied to an active subscription or a pending refund. Check your Subscriptions page to see if any services are charging that card. If there's a refund in progress, wait for it to complete before trying to delete the card again.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does deleting a card from Amazon hurt my credit score?

No. Deleting a card from Amazon is an action on your Amazon account only — it has no connection to your credit report or credit score. Your bank and credit bureaus have no way of knowing you removed the card from a shopping website.

Can I delete a card if I have an active subscription?

You can delete the card, but your subscription will fail the next time Amazon tries to charge it. Before deleting, go to Your Account, select Subscriptions, and update any active subscriptions to use a different payment method. Then delete the old card.

What if I accidentally delete a card I still need?

Add it back when ready. Go to Manage payment methods, click Add a payment method, and enter the same card number, expiration date, and CVV. Amazon will recognize it as the same card and restore your saved information.

Can someone else delete my cards if they have my Amazon password?

Yes — anyone with your password can manage your payment methods, including deleting cards. If you think someone has accessed your account, change your password right away and review your recent orders. You can also enable two-factor authentication in Login & security to add a second layer of protection.

Do I need to tell Amazon why I'm deleting a card?

No. Amazon does not ask for a reason when you delete a payment method. You straightforward confirm the deletion and it's done.