How to Delete a Credit or Debit Card From Your Amazon Account?

Amazon makes online shopping convenient, but sometimes you need to adjust your payment methods. Whether your card is expiring, you’ve decided to use a different card or any other reason, it’s easy to remove a credit or debit card from your Amazon profile.

Steps to Delete a Credit or Debit Card From Your Amazon Account on the Amazon App

1. Open the Amazon app and tap the three horizontal lines (the menu button).
2. Select “Your Account.“
3. Tap “Manage payment options.“
4. Locate the card you want to remove and tap the down arrow next to it.
5. Select “Remove” and confirm your choice.

Steps to Delete a Credit or Debit Card From Your Amazon Account on Your Computer

1. Go to Amazon.com and sign in to your account.
2. Hover your cursor over “Accounts & Lists” and select “Your Account” from the dropdown menu.
3. Click on the “Payment options” section.
4. Find the card you want to delete and click the down arrow next to it.
5. Select “Remove” and then click “Confirm remove.”

• Outdated Cards: Expired or canceled credit and debit cards are a security risk. Removing old cards from your Amazon account prevents fraudsters from charging them if your old card details are stolen.
• Lost or Stolen Cards: Notify your card issuer immediately, but don’t forget about your Amazon account! Proactively removing the card minimizes potential fraudulent charges.
• Security Best Practices: Financial experts recommend regularly reviewing the payment methods attached to online accounts for unauthorized activity. Deleting unused cards simplifies this process.

Note: Removing unused cards makes it easier to find the right one when you’re ready to check out. Knowing you’ve taken proactive measures to protect your finances offers a sense of security in an increasingly online world.

Regularly reviewing your payment methods on Amazon is a good security practice. By removing outdated cards, you reduce the risk of unauthorized charges if a card is lost, stolen, or compromised.