3 - Locate the subscription that you want to cancel.
4 - Select Manage Subscription.
5 - Select Cancel Subscription under Advanced Controls.
How to Cancel Amazon on Subscribe & Save
1 - Log in to your Amazon account.
2 - Go to Your Subscribe & Save Items.
3 - Select the Subscriptions tab.
4 - Select the product image or Edit to view Subscription details.
5 - Select Cancel Subscription.
6 - Optionally, select a cancellation reason.
7 - Select Cancel my subscription.
How to Cancel Amazon on Prime Video Add-Ons
1 - Log in to your Amazon account.
2 - Go to Account & Settings.
3 - Select Your subscriptions from the top menu.
4 - Find the add-on subscription you want to cancel.
5 - Select Unsubscribe and confirm.
How to Cancel Amazon on Amazon Prime
1 - Log in to your Amazon account.
2 - Go to the Prime membership page.
3 - Select End Your Prime Membership.
4 - Follow the on-screen instructions to proceed.
Overview
Amazon is an online store where you can buy almost anything, from everyday items to tech gadgets. They offer Amazon Prime, a subscription that gives you fast, free delivery and access to movies, music, and exclusive deals. You might see charges from Amazon if you subscribe to Prime or other services like Amazon Music, Audible, or Prime Video. They also sell smart devices like Alexa and Ring. Basically, if you're getting billed by Amazon, it's probably for a subscription service or items you ordered.
The cancellation process on Amazon involves straightforward navigation through the 'Your Memberships and Subscriptions' page, selecting the subscription, and then opting to cancel. The process is clearly guided but requires a few steps which might be slightly cumbersome for less tech-savvy users, hence a difficulty score of 3 out of 10.
Estimated Time
On average, it takes 15 minutes0015 minutes to cancel a Amazon subscription.
How to Contact Amazon
If you need assistance, here's how you can get in touch with Amazon's support team.
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Amazon Refund Policy
Amazon's membership cancellation policy allows you to end your Prime membership at any time via the Prime membership page. If you haven't used any Prime benefits during the current membership period, you are eligible for a full refund, which Amazon processes within three to five business days. After cancellation, associated subscriptions won't renew, and if your membership was through other platforms like Google Play, you need to cancel through those services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Amazon Prime allows cancellation at any time, but full refunds are tricky: you get a full refund only if you cancel within 3 business days of signing up (minus the value of benefits used), or later only if you haven't used any eligible purchases or Prime benefits since your last charge. Be aware that membership fees are mostly non-refundable, and if you signed up via a third party, you must cancel with them. Amazon also tends to make you go through multiple steps to cancel and may push reminders instead of straightforward cancellation. There are no early cancellation fees or lock-in contracts, but the membership auto-renews unless you actively cancel.
High cost of Amazon Prime or other memberships.
Expensive pricing compared to other retailers or competitors.
Rarely shopping on Amazon or not using the membership benefits enough.
Long delivery times which reduce the value of the subscription.
Free shipping is often available without a membership.
Better alternatives available for services like ebooks and video streaming.
Desire to cut expenses and save money by reducing subscriptions.
Shipping costs cheaper without Prime in some cases.
Price increases of the membership over time.
Amazon account login credentials (email and password)
Access to Two-Factor Authentication (if enabled, e.g., phone or authenticator app)
Knowledge of which subscription, membership, or bill you want to cancel (e.g., Prime, Kindle Unlimited, a specific Subscribe & Save order, or a third-party Amazon Pay agreement)
Access to the "Your Memberships and Subscriptions" or appropriate Amazon Pay portal
Ability to locate the specific subscription or service in your account list
Ability to select "Manage Subscription" or "Details & Support" for the relevant service/agreement
Click "Cancel Subscription" ("Cancel Agreement" for Amazon Pay) and confirm cancellation in dialog box
Email access to receive cancellation confirmation
Billing details (optional; sometimes required for verification or contacting support)
Communication with vendor/support if the subscription is managed through a third party or if a refund is needed
Before cancelling your Amazon subscription or membership, such as Amazon Prime, it's important to know that you will lose access to several benefits tied to the membership. These include Prime Video streaming, Amazon Music, Amazon Photos storage, Audible access, and Prime Reading with borrowed Kindle books. However, you will retain access to any Kindle books you have purchased. Additionally, cancelling your Prime membership does not close your Amazon account; you will still be able to shop on Amazon but without the Prime perks. If you cancel during a free trial, access to benefits ends immediately.
Amazon's membership cancellation policy allows you to end your Prime membership at any time via the Prime membership page. If you haven't used any Prime benefits during the current membership period, you are eligible for a full refund, which Amazon processes within three to five business days. After cancellation, associated subscriptions won't renew, and if your membership was through other platforms like Google Play, you need to cancel through those services.
Yes, you need your Amazon account password to cancel your subscription on amazon.com because you must sign in to access and manage your subscriptions. If you don't remember your password, you can reset it at this URL: https://www.amazon.com/ap/forgotpassword. There is no option to cancel a subscription without signing in, although you can contact customer service if you need immediate cancellation and cannot access your account.
We've actually written a step by step guide on how to get a refund from Amazon. Check it out!
The cancellation process typically takes about 15 minutes to complete. However, the actual time may vary depending on your account settings and whether you need to contact customer service. Most cancellations are processed immediately, but some may take up to 24 hours to take effect.
After canceling your Amazon subscription, you'll typically have access to the service until the end of your current billing period. You won't be charged for the next billing cycle, and your account will be deactivated once the current period ends. Make sure to download any important data before cancellation.
Yes, you can usually reactivate your Amazon account by logging back into your account and resubscribing. However, you may need to go through the sign-up process again and provide payment information. Some services may offer special reactivation deals for returning customers.
If you're unable to cancel Amazon online, contact their customer service directly using the phone number, email, or website provided above. You can also use our refund script to help you communicate effectively with their support team. In some cases, you may need to provide additional verification or documentation.
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