Remove a card by going to Your Account, then Payment Options, then Delete
To remove a credit card from Amazon, sign into your account on Amazon.com, go to Account in the top right corner, select Your Account, then choose Login & security or Payment options depending on your device. Find the card you want to remove, select it, and choose Delete. Amazon will ask you to confirm. The card is then removed from your account and cannot be charged.
You can remove any card except the one set as your default payment method. If the card you want to delete is your default, you must first set a different card as default, then delete the original one. Amazon requires at least one valid payment method on file to complete purchases.
The process takes less than a minute. Removing a card from Amazon does not close your Amazon account, change your Prime membership, or affect any past orders. It only stops Amazon from being able to charge that specific card in the future.
Key Takeaways
- You can delete any card from your Amazon account except the one currently set as your default payment method.
- If you want to remove your default card, first choose a different card as your default, then delete the original one.
- Amazon requires at least one valid payment method on file at all times to process purchases.
- Removing a card takes about one minute and does not affect your account, Prime membership, or order history.
- Deleted cards cannot be re-added automatically — you will need to enter the card details again if you want to use it later.
Why you might want to remove a card from Amazon
You may want to remove a card because you lost it, it expired, or the issuer closed the account. You might also remove a card if you no longer want a particular card linked to your shopping account for security reasons, or if you are sharing an account and want to prevent someone else from using that payment method.
Removing a card is different from disputing a charge. If Amazon charged you incorrectly or you did not authorize a purchase, contact Amazon customer service instead of deleting the card — they can investigate the charge and issue a refund if warranted. Deleting the card stops future charges but does not reverse past ones.
Steps to remove a card on desktop or laptop
Open Amazon.com and sign into your account. In the top right corner, click on Account, then select Your Account from the dropdown menu. On the Your Account page, look for Login & security or Payment options — the exact label depends on whether you are in the US or another country, and which version of the site you see.
Click on Payment options. You will see a list of all cards saved to your account. Find the card you want to remove and click on it to open its details. Look for a Delete button or link, usually near the bottom of the card's information. Click Delete, and Amazon will ask you to confirm by clicking Delete again. Once confirmed, the card is removed.
If the card you want to delete is marked as your default or primary payment method, you cannot delete it until you set a different card as default. To do this, find another card in your payment options list, click on it, and look for a Set as default or Make primary option. After you set a new default, go back and delete the original card.
Steps to remove a card on mobile or tablet
Open the Amazon app or go to Amazon.com in your mobile browser and sign in. Tap the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the bottom right corner, then tap Account. Scroll down and tap Login & security or Payment options.
Tap Payment options to see your saved cards. Tap the card you want to remove. On the card details screen, scroll down to find the Delete button and tap it. Confirm the deletion when Amazon asks. If the card is your default payment method, you will need to set a different card as default first by tapping it and selecting Set as default.
What happens after you delete a card
Once deleted, the card is no longer stored on your Amazon account. Amazon cannot charge it, and it will not appear in your payment options list. If you later want to use that card again, you will need to enter all the card details from scratch — Amazon does not save deleted cards or offer a way to restore them.
Your Amazon account itself remains active. Your order history, Prime membership, saved addresses, and wish lists are not affected. Any subscriptions tied to your account, such as Prime Video or Subscribe & Save orders, will continue to use your current default payment method.
If you deleted the card because it was compromised or stolen, you do not need to do anything else in your Amazon account. However, you should contact your card issuer directly to report the card as lost or stolen, and they may issue you a replacement card with a new number.
If you cannot delete a card
The most common reason you cannot delete a card is that it is set as your default payment method. Amazon requires at least one valid payment method on file. To fix this, set a different card as your default first, then try deleting the original card again.
If you see an error message when you try to delete a card, or if the delete button does not appear, try signing out of your account and signing back in. Clear your browser cache if you are on a computer, or close and reopen the Amazon app if you are on mobile. If the problem continues, contact Amazon customer service through the Contact Us link at the bottom of any Amazon page.
In rare cases, Amazon may prevent you from deleting a card if there is a pending charge, refund, or dispute associated with it. If this happens, you will see a message explaining why. Wait for the transaction to complete, then try deleting the card again.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I remove a card if I have an active subscription or Prime membership?
Yes. Your subscription or Prime membership will continue using your default payment method. Removing a non-default card does not affect subscriptions. If you remove your default card, make sure you have set another card as default first, or your subscriptions may fail to renew.
What if I delete a card by mistake?
You cannot restore a deleted card. You will need to add it back by entering the card number, expiration date, and security code again. There is no "undo" option, so take care when confirming the deletion.
Does removing a card from Amazon affect my credit score?
No. Removing a card from Amazon is just removing it from your account on their website. It does not close the card itself, report anything to credit bureaus, or change your credit history. Your card issuer still owns the account.
Can someone else remove my cards if they have access to my Amazon account?
Yes. If someone else knows your Amazon password, they can remove your cards. To protect your account, use a strong, unique password and enable two-factor verification in your Login & security settings. Change your password when ready if you think someone else has accessed your account.
Do I need to remove a card before closing my Amazon account?
No. If you close your Amazon account, all payment methods are automatically removed. However, you cannot close an Amazon account through the website — you must contact Amazon customer service to request account closure.